3 Bedrooms Semi Detached House - For Sale
Chewton Mendip, Somerset Guide Price £495,000
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A charming period home in the heart of the village, with garden, outbuildings and rear access. The property has scope to extend and is offered with no onward chain.
Situated in the heart of the sought-after village of Chewton Mendip, Ickle Cottage is a delightful semi-detached period home, full of warmth, charm, and potential. Offering surprisingly generous accommodation throughout, the property includes three double bedrooms, two reception rooms, a good-sized kitchen, two modern shower rooms, and a private garden with a useful stone outbuilding. The rear driveway leads to ample parking, the cottage is offered for sale with no onward chain, making it an attractive opportunity for buyers looking for a country retreat, a project to enhance, or a character home to settle into straight away.
The rear track forms part of the ownership of the property. Next door have a right of way over the track.
About the Inside
The cottage opens into a practical boot room which leads directly into the kitchen a bright, spacious area fitted with a range of units and a large gas range cooker. Traditional flagstone floors add to the character and provide a durable surface for everyday life. Adjacent to the kitchen is a cosy reception room, filled with charm thanks to deep-set windows and a striking stone inglenook fireplace, once home to a wood-burning stove. This room connects to the original front entrance and staircase, retaining the period essence of the cottage.
At the rear of the property, a light-filled sitting room enjoys direct access to the garden through French doors, creating a pleasant connection between indoor and outdoor living. Beside this room is a sleek and modern ground-floor shower room, providing practical flexibility for guests or family living.
Upstairs, the cottage continues to impress with three good-sized double bedrooms. One overlooks the garden and features a decorative period fireplace, while another benefits from the original arched front window, adding a unique architectural touch. The principal bedroom is notably spacious, with vaulted ceilings enhancing the sense of light and openness. A second shower room serves the upper floor, completing the well thought out internal layout.
About the Outside
Outside, the front garden is neatly laid to lawn and framed by a mature hedge. The rear garden is level, enclosed, and largely laid to lawn, making it ideal for families, pets, or entertaining. A set of double timber gates provide access from the rear. The garden also includes a stone-built outbuilding, perfect for storage or potential conversion to a studio or home office, along with an additional store situated next to the back door.
About the Area
Chewton Mendip has a strong community and boasts a good range of facilities including an excellent primary school with swimming pool and pre-school, The Mendip Pantry shop and cafe, village hall, church and the Waldegrave Arms pub. There are an abundance of local countryside walks and regular bus services which run to nearby towns and cities, including Bath, Wells and Bristol. Secondary schools include The Blue School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield. Transport from the village serves these schools.
Nearby, Wells offers a range of shopping facilities including a high proportion of independent shops and boutiques, banks, restaurants, public houses, cinema and churches. The stunning market square holds a farmer’s market on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The property is within an easy commute to both Bath and Bristol with good transport links to London.
Useful Information.
Postcode - BA3 4NQ
Local Authority - Somerset Council
Council Tax - Band C
Energy Performance Certificate Rating – D
Services – Gas central heating, mains drainage and water
Tenure - Freehold
Viewings - Strictly by appointment with the Vendors agent Killens tel: 01749 671172.
