4 bedroom detached for sale

A charming and most attractive detached period house, desirably situated in a semi-rural position within the sought-after village of Barton St. David. This superb property includes four bedrooms, two reception rooms, master en-suite, gardens to the front and rear, driveway parking and a garage. EPC Rating F. No onward chain.


A door to the front of the property opens into a glazed entrance porch, which has an inner door leading through to the first of two reception rooms. Incorporating the staircase to the first floor accommodation with a storage cupboard beneath, and a beautiful inglenook fireplace with an inset stove, this comfortable room includes exposed beamed ceilings (continued throughout the adjoining rooms) and gives entry into the kitchen/breakfast room and sitting room.

The sitting room is finely proportioned and triple-aspect, also benefiting from an abundance of natural light. Another impressive Bue Lias inglenook fireplace is undoubtedly the main feature of the sitting room with a feature bread oven and a large Villager wood burning stove providing a superb focal point. At the rear of the room, bi-folding doors open out to the rear garden.

The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of matching floor and wall units providing ample storage. This dual-aspect room has a large double glazed window to the rear and a set of double glazed patio doors opening to a sunny terrace at the front. There is space at one end of the kitchen for a good size dining table and chairs.

Adjoining the kitchen is a useful utility room, which offers a continuation of the same floor and wall units as well as an additional sink unit. The utility room provides space and plumbing for a freestanding washing machine, dishwasher and a large fridge/freezer. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a downstairs WC, with a vanity wash hand basin.

On the first floor, a central landing gives access to four bedrooms (three of which have built-in storage) and a well-appointed family bathroom. The master bedroom is situated at the back of the cottage, with the advantage of an en-suite shower room. Very pleasant rural views can be enjoyed from the first floor, across neighbouring countryside and beyond.

OUTSIDE
A gated driveway accessed from Mill Road provides off-road parking for numerous vehicles and leads to a single garage with an up and over door, light and power. To the front of Marshfield House is a generous garden, enclosed to all sides by fencing and mature hedging. Predominantly laid to lawn with stone pathways, the garden to the front faces south and enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the day and into the evening, providing an idyllic spot for outdoor seating.

To the rear of the house is a further section of garden, also enclosed by fencing and benefitting from a good amount of privacy. Laid to patio and stone chippings for lower maintenance, with established borders, the garden includes ample space for an outdoor dining table and chairs. In addition, there is a fantastic brick-built, wood-fired pizza oven, as well as side and rear access from the garden leading directly into the garage.

AGENTS NOTE - BUILDING PLOT BY SEPARATE NEGOTIATION:
Full planning permission was granted on 07/04/2025, planning reference number 24/00406/FUL, on the parcel of land opposite Marshfield House, for the erection of a detached new build dwelling (self-build). This building plot extends to approx. 1.40 acres and is available by separate negotiation, with a Guide Price of 200,000. Please contact our office for more information.

The property is situated in the pretty village of Barton St David, which has local amenities including a church, an excellent public house, a village hall and a playing field. More comprehensive facilities can be found in the neighbouring villages of Keinton Mandeville and Butleigh, both of which have primary schools and Post Office/stores.

The historic town of Glastonbury is 6 miles away; The Cathedral City of Wells is 8.5 miles and the renowned Millfield Senior School on the outskirts of Street is just 5 miles away. Castle Cary mainline railway station (to London Paddington) is 7 miles as is the A303 at Podimore.

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