Axbridge, Somerset

Whitegates Badgworth Lane | Badgworth | Axbridge | Somerset | BS26 2QW

WHITEGATES

KEY FEATURES

A quintessential period cottage, situated in the pretty Somerset village of Badgworth. Beautifully updated and presented by the owners, this cottage has lost none of its period charm and is a welcoming and spacious family home. Features include beamed ceilings, latched doors, deep sills and a stunning inglenook fireplace in the snug. Most of the rooms are dual aspect and with the use of Velux windows and French doors, the cottage is remarkably light and bright. The delightful rear gardens include a private and sunny sheltered courtyard, an expanse of lawn with a wide selection of trees, attractive flower beds and a heated swimming pool. There is a double garage/gym and further stone workshops and garden shed.

Description

Double wooden gates open to a tarmac driveway at the side of the property which leads parking area to the front of the double garage, ample for several vehicles. The side entrance to the cottage leads to a reception lobby, off which the kitchen can be found. This light and bright room is dual aspect with double French doors opening out onto the paved rear courtyard. There is a good range of wooden cupboards, a one and a half bowl sink, tiled splashbacks, an oil fuelled Aga and tiled flooring.

The cosy snug room off has a magnificent inglenook fireplace with log burning stove and feature bread oven.

Of the snug is a dual aspect dining room which in turn leads into a study with oak floorboards. This leads into the sitting room, complete with pretty cast-iron Victorian fireplace. Off this room is an oak conservatory with fitted blinds, looking out over the rear gardens.

The property has a very generous amount of storage space. Off the kitchen is a spacious utility room with sink and cupboards, plumbed for washing machine, with a second oven with hob and extractor and further space for dryer and fridge/freezers. There is a further storeroom which houses the hot water tank, with butler sink and more cupboard storage.

A staircase leads from the snug to a landing. Upstairs are three generous sized double bedrooms, particularly the principal bedroom, which was previously two rooms. With Velux roof lights and windows to either side, this room is flooded with natural light. It has a dressing area with fitted wardrobes and a luxury en suite shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC. At the end of the room are double doors to a balcony, with room for a table and chairs and which offers a wonderful view over the rear gardens.

There are two further good-sized bedrooms and a family shower room on this floor. Plenty of storage space is accessible in the attic.

Outside

To the immediate rear of the property is a sunny south-east facing paved courtyard with room for outdoor dining and entertaining, with flowerbeds and borders below. This is a private and peaceful spot from which to enjoy views of the magnificent garden below, and from which a paved pathway and a wisteria covered pergola lead down to the swimming pool area. This is approx. 45 ft x 15 ft with cover. Beyond the pool is the lawn, with an array of mature trees which include oak, fir and willow. The garden is completely bordered by hedging. The total area of the plot is 1.13 acres.

Outbuildings

The garage has double up and over doors and is currently used as a home gym. There 2 are also a stone storage sheds off the drive and a timber shed behind the garage.

Location

Whitegates is situated on a quiet country lane in the village of Badgworth on the south side of the Mendip Hills. It is within easy reach of larger villages of Weare, Mark and Stone Allerton, with a wider array of amenities in Wedmore, which is approx. 4 miles away. It is close to the attractive and thriving mediaeval market town of Axbridge. Weare

First School, which is under a mile away, is rated Outstanding by OFSTED, as is Axbridge Church of England First School. Local secondary schools include The Kings of Wessex and Hugh Sexey’s Middle School is 3 miles away and in the independent sector, Sidcot School and Millfield. Bristol and Bath are within easy commuting distance. The area is popular for outdoor activities such as walking in the Mendip Hills and horseriding. The property is well placed for access to the City of Bristol, Cheddar and Wells. There is easy access to the M5 motorway and Bristol International Airport is 12.5 miles away.

Further information

• Tenure: Freehold

• Council: Sedgemoor (Band G)

• Mains water

• Oil central heating (pool heated by LPG gas)

• Private drainage

• Double glazed throughout

• EPC rating E

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 10.10.2023

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