4 bedroom detached house for sale

BROOK HOUSE,FAYREWAY, CROSCOMBE, WELLS, SOMERSET, BA5 3RQWells 3 miles, Castle Cary 10 miles, Frome 14 miles, Bath 20 miles, Bristol Airport 20 miles.
The house has a covered entrance porch, hall, sitting room, 3 bedrooms and a shower room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, family bathroom, dining room/bedroom 4 and mezzanine study/bedroom 5. Outside there is parking and a double car port. Steps rise to a delightfully well planted, Mediterranean style garden, with floral beds and paved terraces. LocationSituated close to Wells, nestled in the lee of the Mendips, Croscombe is an ancient village, known to date back to at least 706. It developed in the 16th and 17th centuries with the boom in the wool trade. During this period many houses, cottages and inns were built, and the church was reconstructed. Today Croscombe is a popular and vibrant residential area with a very friendly and active community (of about 600) with a Church, excellent primary school, active village hall, with adjacent children’s play area and The George pub. There is a regular bus (174) connecting Croscombe to Wells and Bath. The house is in an elevated position, away from the main road and it has attractive views and backs onto farmland. DescriptionAn appealing, predominantly single-story, barn, on the periphery of the village, repurposed in 1995 for residential use. The house celebrates its agricultural heritage with original beams, vaulted ceilings and attractive redbrick with tile dressings. The current owner has recently professionally landscaped and planted a fabulous garden which complements the house and provides a delightful backdrop to all the main rooms. The building forms an ‘L’ shape, sheltering the courtyard garden which captures all the best light, right through to sunset.The extremely flexible accommodation lends itself, if required, to an independent annexe, or a superb principal bedroom suite, although currently used as a dining room and mezzanine study.The interiors have been finished to a high standard including a new ‘paintable’ kitchen and two new, Fired Earth bathrooms. AccommodationA covered porch leads to a hallway where there is space for coats and boots. An internal door opens to an impressive sitting room with vaulted ceiling and wood burning stove as a focal point. This room forms the central heart of this home. To the right is the new, fresh and bright kitchen, with a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams echoing the past. Stylish units, a gas Aga, integrated, eyelevel, electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher and fridge ensure this is a well-equipped workspace and the superb island, with oak worktop, forms a breakfast bar for casual dining.The view from the kitchen, over the exceptionally attractive garden, to the traditional orchard beyond, is enchanting and a door leads out to the garden.Steps descend to the utility room which has fitted units, a sink and plenty of space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and a fridge/freezer.Steps continue past the family bathroom on the left to the dining room which is a double height room with elegant proportions. Painted, timber stairs rise to the mezzanine above. To the left of the sitting room there are 3 bedrooms and a family bathroom. OutsideA double car port and gravel drive provides parking. Steps rise to the garden level which has an attractive retaining wall as a boundary. A covered walkway with climbers, leads you into the garden which is a combination of paved and brick terraces, gravel walkways, and floral beds. Considered, seasonal planting creates a sea of dancing heads, mature shrubs and fragrant blooms. The property overlooks an orchard, farmland and the beautiful everchanging, Cliff Wood and the orientation of the low maintenance, established garden, ensures it benefits from the best light, right through to the end of the day, perfect for glass of Rosé. Tenure and other pointsFreehold. Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. Council Tax Band E. EPC rating E. DirectionsFrom Wells take the A371 east toward Shepton Mallet. As you enter the village of Croscombe, turn sharp left onto Fayre Way. The house is on the right. About the areaJust a few miles west is Wells, the smallest city in England (population about 11,000) lying in beautiful countryside between the Somerset Levels and the Mendip Hills – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Wells medieval centre has local markets twice a week, good restaurants, a thriving high street and many important ancient buildings, including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace and gardens. There are four major supermarkets on the edge of the city. Wells Leisure Centre has the usual facilities of gym and swimming pool to add to Wells Rugby Club, Tennis club, Bowling club and Golf course. Throughout the year Wells hosts festivals for Music, Literature, Art and Food, and has twinned links with Burgundy, the Rhineland and Northern Italy. There are many societies and clubs for those who would like to join a diverse social community.To the east of Croscombe is Shepton Mallet, a historic, small market town with many medieval houses and buildings and a wide range of facilities.The major towns of the area, Bristol, Bath and Frome are all within commuting distance. There are excellent state & independent schools in the area which include several good primary schools, Wells Blue School, Strode College, Wells Cathedral School, Downside, All Hallows and Millfield.Wells is a transport hub for bus services, including daily services to London. Main line trains run from Castle Cary and Bristol International Airport is 35 minutes drive away. Important NotesRoderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS. Interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.All viewings are by appointment with the Agents.Roderick Thomas, 1 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SR.