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" A captivating grade II listed cottage situated in a no through lane by the church, close to the centre of the town and within a short walk of the surrounding Blackmore Vale. The cottage dates back to the late 18th century and formed one house with its neighbour being divided into two properties around 1976. The property boasts a wealth of character features such as, exposed beams, pane glass windows with deep sills and the original shutters and leaded light windows plus a gorgeous original door with black furniture. There is also flagstones floor to the dining room fireplace. The outer walls, on both ground floor and first floor curve, which we believe was to allow the horse carriages to sweep round to the stable block situated behind. Once inside, the cottage offers excellent size rooms and really does need to be viewed to be appreciated. Briefly the accommodation consists of entrance hall, dual aspect sitting room with inglenook fireplace, dining room which opens to the kitchen and a shower room. Upstairs there is a landing large enough for a study area, three double bedrooms and the main bathroom. Outside there is a single garage, pretty courtyard garden and a useful outbuilding which is also listed. The cottage also enjoys delightful views over the vale and the church.

Energy Efficiency Rating 'Exempt'
Council Tax Band D

ACCOMMODATION Ground Floor Entrance Hall Canopy with an original six panelled door below opening into the hall. Pane glass window with secondary glazing and shutters plus store cupboard beneath overlooking the church. Ceiling light. Smoke detector. Part wood panelled walls. Radiator. Power and telephone point. Built in cupboard with hanging rail and shelf. Slate tiled floor with inset coir matting by front door. Panelled doors and up one step to kitchen and shower room. Panelled door to the:- Sitting Room 6.38m'' x 4.67m'' (20'11'' x 15'4'') Dual aspect with pane glass window and secondary glazing overlooking the church and pane glass window with shutters overlooking the courtyard, both with deep sills. Inset spot lights and wall lights. Two radiators. Part wood panelled walls. Power and television points. Exposed beams. Inglenook fireplace with bressumer beam and stone hearth, log store and wood burner. Door to understairs cupboard with light. Further store cupboard with shelves and door to the staircase. Door to the courtyard with inset coir matting. One steps up and latch door to the:- Dining Room 6.83m'' x 3.71m'' (22'5'' x 12'2'') Approximate measurements. Window overlooking the rear courtyard. Ceiling and spot lights. Two radiators. Power points. Exposed beams. Curved end wall. Original fireplace with brick arch and metal canopy which conceals the gas fired boiler plus flagstone hearth. Wood flooring with inset coir matting by the original wood door which leads to the rear porch. One step down to the:- Kitchen 3.53m'' x 2.08m'' (11'7'' x 6'10'') Approximately. Pane glass window with deep sill and shutters overlooking the church. Inset spot lights. A range of kitchen units comprising: floor cupboards, separate drawer unit and eye level cupboards with open display shelves. Granite work surfaces. Enamel sink with old fashioned taps. Part tiled walls. Integrated dishwasher(new). Space for fridge/freezer. Space for range style cooker. Exposed beams and brickwork. Central heating programmer. Slate tiled floor. Shower Room Inset spot lights. Extractor fan. Pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back. Low level WC. Fully tiled shower cubicle. Radiator. Tiled floor. First Floor Landing Enclosed staircase with wood panelled walls rises to a large landing with enough space for a study area. Pane glass window with secondary glazing and deep sill overlooking the church. Ceiling lights. Smoke detector. Radiator. Power and telephone points. Strip wood door to bedroom one. Up two steps to an inner landing with ceiling light, access to loft space with pull down ladder and light, part wood panelled walls, central heating thermostat and linen cupboard with slatted shelves plus latch doors to bedroom three and panelled doors to bedroom two and the bathroom. Bedroom One 4.75m'' x 4.70m'' (15'7'' x 15'5'') Approximately. Pane glass window with secondary glazing and seat beneath overlooking the rear courtyard and with beautiful view over the Blackmore Vale. Ceiling light. Radiator. Power points. Cupboard with hanging rail. Eye level wall cupboard with shelves. An original Victorian fireplace. Bedroom Two 4.62m'' x 3.40m'' (15'2'' x 11'2'') Maximum measurements. Sash window to the side with secondary glazing. Ceiling light. Radiator. Power points. Exposed beams. An original Victorian fireplace. Fitted double wardrobe with hanging rail and shelf. Double size airing cupboard with pressurised hot water cylinder and fitted with slatted shelves. Bedroom Three 3.63m'' x 3.15m'' (11'11'' x 10'4'') Approximately. Leaded light window to rear with lovely countryside views. Ceiling light. Radiator. Power and television points. Exposed beam. Part wood panelled walls. Curved end wall with chimney breast. Bathroom Window to rear with deep sill and secondary glazing. Inset spot lights. Suite comprising of enamel bath with mixer tap and telephone shower attachment and tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin with tiiled splash back and low level WC. Part wood panelled walls. Shaver point. Combined radiator and heated towel rail. Outside Garage Situated to the rear of the courtyard and accessed from the church parking along the side of the cottage. Single garage with up and over door, power and lighting plus window into the courtyard. Garden The courtyard is accessed from the side of the cottage via a wooden gate with leads onto stone steps leading down to a paved seating area. There is also a covered seating area, pond and steps leading to the rear of the garage where there is a great viewing point to admire the Blackmore Vale. The courtyard has been attractively laid out and offers a private and sunny space to enjoy life. In addition there is also an outhouse which is used as a store/utility area where there is a new washing machine, spaces for other appliances and plenty of cupboards. "