SITUATION Positioned just south of Taunton, 196 Thurlbear offers the tranquillity of rural living with the convenience of town access. The property is near the Taunton Polo Ground and popular countryside walking routes, including the Herepath trail. Taunton itself offers a wide array of amenities, access to the M5 (J25), and a mainline rail station with direct routes to London, Exeter, and Bristol.
DESCRIPTION Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Somerset countryside, this beautifully presented two-bedroom semi-detached cottage blends period elegance with modern comfort. Set on approximately 0.30 acres, the home enjoys a generous garden, with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside, and excellent access to both Taunton town centre and countryside walks.
ACCOMMODATION Enter through the enclosed porch into a light sitting room with original pine flooring and a wood-burning stove. This leads through to the the dining area with door to the study and featuring staircase access to the upper floor and opens into the stunning, recently fitted kitchen extension with an orangery feel, Corian worktops, and bi-fold doors opening out to the garden with high skylight. The integral appliances include an induction hob with extractor hood over, oven, microwave, and dishwasher.
A separate utility room offers further functionality, with sink, plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer and American style fridge/freezer, and rear garden access. A door leads through to a cloakroom/WC.
On the first floor the landing leads to a dual-aspect master bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe, alongside a second double bedroom and a modern shower room featuring a walk-in shower, WC, and basin.
There is scope for a loft conversion, if desired, subject to planning permission, with a generous attic with dormer window to the front and window to the gable end.
OUTSIDE The generous and versatile garden is securely fenced and mainly laid to lawn with mature shrub and herbaceous planting and raised beds. There is a pond, concrete hardstanding & log store. The garden enjoys views to the rear over the neighbouring fields and beyond.
The driveway provides ample parking and leads to double garage and workshop, ideal for hobbies or storage.
SERVICES Mains electricity, water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating throughout - underfloor heating in the extension. Standard broadband available (Ofcom), Mobile signal good outdoors (Ofcom). Please note the agents have not inspected or tested the services.
DIRECTIONS Leaving Taunton on Shoreditch Road continue over the motorway and take the first left, follow this road past Taunton Polo Club and the property can be found after a short distance on the left hand side identifiable by a Stags For Sale board.
