An attractive grade II listed, 3 bedroom, semi-detached home dating back to the 17th century occupies a central position within the pretty village of Stawell.
The property offers spacious accommodation, south-facing cottage gardens and private off-street parking. The property is filled with immense character and charm.
THE PROPERTY
The accommodation comprises of a main front entrance with storm porch, and attractive 19th century stained glass door through to the reception hall.
Beyond the main reception hall is a spacious utility room with a range of fitted storage units, space for a washing machine/dryer, an overhead clothes airer, and a large inset butler sink.
A back door leads out to the main garden. An inner hallway with tiled flooring leads to an exceptionally attractive sitting room. Cottage windows with window seating look out to the front and side aspects of the property. A central feature of this sitting room is a Blue Lias stone-surround fireplace with bressummer beam over, housing a multi-fuel stove. An original bread oven is still present with brick surround. A full range of bespoke cabinets with book and display shelving runs along the length of the room.
Beyond the inner hall is an exceptionally expansive kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, with oak work surfaces. There is space for a dishwasher, along with an integrated fan oven and halogen hob. The Aga is oil fired, and can supply hot water to the house. The walk-in pantry provides additional storage space.
The kitchen provides access to a large boot room with a further range of cabinets, and the oil-fired boiler. Antique pine flooring continues around, with wood panelling to one side, leading to a side door into the garden.
The boot room also provides access to an impressive shower room with walk-in shower and water closet. Frosted window glass is present for privacy. The rear hall is used for day-to-day access to the house. This rear hall provides further access to the garden. There is an attractive double door entrance into the drawing room. This very spacious reception room, with triple aspect windows converted from a garage by previous owners. French doors to the rear open out onto a pretty entertaining terrace and seating area. A wood burning stove and exposed ceiling beams are present.
The first floor landing leads to the large principal bedroom, with built-in wardrobe storage, as well as two other double bedrooms. All of the bedrooms retain the original charm and character of the property.
The family bathroom is accessed from the main landing, and features a shower-over-bath with glass screen.
GARDENS
The garden to the front of the property is laid mainly to lawn, with established borders and a pretty pathway leading to the main entrance. Beyond a shared driveway entrance, there is allocated parking for several cars. Access continues to the side of the property, to both the rear hall, and a gate into the cottage garden. The garden is well established with a variety of mature fruit trees and a small kitchen garden.
SITUATION
Onaping House enjoys a private position yet set well within the heart of this exceptionally pretty Somerset village of Stawell The village offers good local amenities to include church, village hall, whilst the primary school can be found at the local village of Catcott. The town of Street offers further facilities and amenities, including the renowned Millfield School, whilst the local town of Bridgwater offers a range of day to day facilities and amenities including an M5 Motorway interchange. Taunton, the County Town, provides a comprehensive range of recreational, scholastic and shopping facilities as well as a main line railway station and M5 Motorway interchange.
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Somerset Council Tax band C
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Grade II listed - EPC rating E
Agents Note
The main entrance and driveway are shared in part with the neighbour. Contact selling agent for more infomation.