Albecq Cottage Sparrow Hill Way, Weare, BS26 2LA

DESCRIPTION

Set in a tucked away spot on the edge of open fields in a glorious large

plot is Albecq Cottage, a beautiful five bedroom detached country

property of singular character and space with parts dating (we think) from

1790. The property has been extended and improved significantly over

the years, not least by our vendors who have been in situ for 34 years, and

it now represents an immaculately presented and versatile

accommodation of over 2,000 sq ft. The beauty of it is that because of its

age it offers the associated period features one would expect, including fireplaces and exposed beams, yet in our view, it offers all of the

contemporary characteristics demanded by the discerning modern family.

The living space is set over two floors with a lovely balance of bedrooms

to reception rooms. On the ground floor it briefly comprises; entrance

porch leading to a good sized snug with wood burning/multi fuel stove,

separate dining room, large living room (again with open fire), fitted

kitchen, utility room, large study and downstairs WC. Upstairs there is an

impressive master bedroom with en suite shower room, four further good

sized bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property is warmed by

double glazing and oil fired central heating (we are informed that the

boiler is 5 years old) although there is also electric under floor heating in

the en suite shower room.

Albecq Cottage is set back from the quiet road accessed via a gated

entrance way in to a large parking and turning area where our vendor has

stored a boat and caravan, and where there is a good sized detached double garage. There is a front garden with a greengage tree, and access

on both sides of the property to the absolutely stunning rear garden

which borders open fields to the rear and has real privacy, a lovely open

aspect and some fantastic views stretching to Crook Peak in the distance.

It really is a delight, with space enough for the children to have a five aside

football game, there is an orchard area with apple, pear and walnut trees,

and also a fantastic sunny patio. For a buyer with green fingers there are a

plethora of possibilities, and of course this sizeable outside space would

be able to absorb any future extensions that a buyer may wish to

undertake (subject to planning).

Sparrow Hill Way is an idyllic and sought after road in the popular village

of Weare with beautiful country walks right on the doorstep but real

convenience for everything. Indeed it is part of the community, yet with a

country feel, it is in a great catchment area for schools, and is suitable for

commuters, it has Wedmore and Cheddar close by but is also handy for larger amenities in Bristol, Bath, Wells and Weston. For a family looking for

country living at its best, with space to grow, and character in spades, we

would highly recommend an early viewing.

SITUATION

The village of Weare is situated in area of outstanding natural beauty

beyond the south side of the Mendip Hills in a popular part of Somerset.

The general area is well known for its leisure opportunities which include;

walking and riding on the Mendips, sailing on Axbridge reservoir, local golf

course outside Wedmore and sports centre in Cheddar. Coupled with these facilities there is also a church in the village and a selection of

country pubs in neighbouring villages. The senior school in this area is

Kings of Wessex (www.kowessex.co.uk), in Cheddar, with the middle

school at Hugh Sexeys, Blackford (www.hughsexey.somerset.sch.uk) and

the first school at Weare School (www.weareschool.com), in the village. In

addition, Wedmore, Cheddar, Winscombe and Axbridge are all within

convenient driving distance, where there is more shopping, social and

recreational facilities. The cities of Bristol, Bath and Wells are all within daily

driving distance, Bath and Bristol providing excellent cultural activities. The

coastal towns of Burnham-on-Sea and Weston-super-Mare are also

conveniently accessible and there is access to the M5 at Edithmead

(Junction 22, outside Burnham-on-Sea) and St. Georges (Junction 21,

outside Weston-super-Mare). Bristol International Airport is along the A38,

towards Bristol and this road is a popular route for commuting to Bristol.

DIRECTIONS Travelling south on the A38 from Bristol, go down Shute Shelve Hill and

proceed on the A38. Turn left into Notting Hill Way and left again into

Sparrow Hill Way. Albecq Cottage is a little way down on your left hand

side with a Debbie Fortune Estate Agents' For Sale board.

PROPERTY DETAILS

Upvc double glazed entrance door to:

ENTRANCE PORCH

6' 03" x 3' 02" (1.91m x 0.97m)

Dual aspect upvc double glazed leaded light inset panels, tiled flooring.

Inner entrance door to:

SNUG

16' 01" (4.9m) narrowing to 13' 03" x 13' 02" (4.04m x 4.01m)

Two upvc double glazed leaded light inset panels to side aspect, upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to front aspect, feature fireplace

with stone surround and paved hearth housing wood burning/multi fuel

stove with back boiler, TV and telephone point, exposed ceiling beam,

two radiators. Doors to dining room and:

Our vendor says ... When we moved in, our children were 3, 7 and 9 and they absolutely loved the garden, with trees to climb and space for

football. It really is a delightful peaceful location with lovely views but real

convenience for the work commute to Bristol. It's a pretty and characterful

cottage with none of the drawbacks of an older house, it is light and airy

with lovely rooms, it is versatile, and for parties we have parked 13 cars on

the drive and in the garage! We are only moving as now that our children

have long left home, it is just a bit big for us.

We have noticed ... Originally three cottages and dating (we understand)

from 1790, this idyllic country residence took our breath away here at

Debbie Fortune's on first viewing. It really is a wonderful setting, with

open fields behind and extensive, sizeable mature gardens. Internally the

accommodation is highly versatile and spacious with real character, yet

there is still, in our view, scope for a buyer with vision to put their own

stamp on things. Imagine summer weekends pottering around and

entertaining in the garden, and winter evenings warmed by the open

fires... Trust us, an early viewing will be essential.

Albecq Cottage

Sparrow Hill Way

Weare

BS26 2LA

Country living at its best! A beautifully presented

and spacious five bedroom detached period

cottage with impressive accommodation, set in

glorious gardens, on the edge of open fields in

the popular village of Weare.

• Detached country cottage set in idyllic gardens

• Set on the edge of open fields with stunning views

• Three good sized reception rooms, study

• Fitted kitchen, utility and downstairs WC

• Five good sized bedrooms, bathroom and en suite

• Stunning large plot

• Double garage and substantial off street parking

• Viewings highly recommended

Price £645,000

STUDY

18' 10" (5.74m) narrowing to 16' 06" x 9' 10" (5.03m x 3m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to rear aspect

with stunning garden views, upvc double glazed leaded light

inset panel to side aspect, upvc double glazed door to rear

garden, under stairs storage cupboard, further store cupboard,

telephone point, exposed ceiling beams, radiator. Stairs to first

floor landing. Door to:

DOWNSTAIRS WC

4' 07" x 2' 05" (1.4m x 0.74m)

Obscure upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to

rear aspect, low level WC, corner wash hand basin with mixer tap, tiled flooring, ladder style radiator.

DINING ROOM

12' x 11' 07" (3.66m x 3.53m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to front aspect,

fireplace with stone surround and paved hearth (currently not

in use), radiator. Doors to living room and kitchen.

LIVING ROOM

17' 01" (5.21m) widening to 20' 02" into bay x 16' (6.15m x

4.88m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset bay style window with

window seat to front aspect, upvc double glazed leaded light

inset windows to side and front aspects, feature stone built

fireplace with hearth housing open fire, TV point, exposed

ceiling beams, two radiators.

KITCHEN

11' 06" x 9' 05" (3.51m x 2.87m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset windows to rear aspect

with stunning garden views, range of base and eye level units

with 'Silestone' work surfaces and tiled splashbacks, soft close

drawers, integral electric hob with extractor filter hood,

integral electric oven and integral microwave/oven/grill,

integral dishwasher, integral fridge, stainless steel double sink

and swan neck mixer tap with shower attachment, base level

heater, ‘Karndean’ flooring, stainless steel ladder style radiator,

telephone point, TV point. Door to:

UTILITY ROOM

12' 07" x 5' 05" (3.84m x 1.65m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to rear aspect, upvc double glazed door to rear garden, stainless steel sink

and drainer with mixer tap and under sink cupboards, eye

level and base level units plus some work surfaces, plumbing

for washing machine, space and venting for tumble dryer,

tiled flooring.

debbie fortuneThe Clock House, High Street, Wrington,

North Somerset BS40 5QA

Tel 01934 862370 www.debbiefortune.co.uk

1. These particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of a contract.2. No person in the employment of or agent of or consultant to Debbie Fortune estate agents has any

authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.3. Measurements, areas and distances are approximate, floor plans and photographs are for guidance purposes only and dimensions, shapes and precise locations may differ. 4. It must not be assumed that the property has all the required planning or building regulations consent and that appliances referred to in the details are in safe and working order.

Stairs with upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to rear aspect offering stunning garden views, FIRST

FLOOR LANDING with radiator. Doors to:

BEDROOM FIVE

12' 11" x 7' (3.94m x 2.13m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to rear aspect with garden and countryside views, access to loft,

radiator.

BEDROOM FOUR

10' 02" x 9' 11" (3.1m x 3.02m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to rear aspect with garden and countryside views, inset wash hand

basin with vanity surround and fitted drawers, fitted storage wardrobe, shaver point, tiled splashbacks, radiator.

BEDROOM THREE

15' 02" (4.62m) narrowing to 12' 11" x 13' (3.94m x 3.96m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to front and side aspects, wash hand basin with swan neck mixer

tap, under sink cupboards and tiled splashbacks, fitted storage wardrobe, TV point, exposed ceiling beams, access to

loft, radiator.

BEDROOM TWO

12' 01" x 11' 11" (3.68m x 3.63m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to front aspect, exposed ceiling beams, access to loft, radiator.

BATHROOM WC

12' (3.66m) narrowing to 10' 09" x 5' 09" (3.28m x 1.75m)

Obscure upvc double glazed window to side aspect, low level WC with concealed cistern, inset wash hand basin

with mixer tap, panel bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, tiled surround, shaver point, heater towel rail,

radiator, airing cupboard with shelving housing tank. Door to:

BOX ROOM

13' (3.96m) narrowing to 12' 04" x 3' 11" (3.76m x 1.19m)

Upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to rear aspect.

MASTER BEDROOM ONE

16' 05" x 13' 08" (5m x 4.17m)

Dual aspect upvc double glazed leaded light inset windows with lovely

countryside views, TV point, telephone point, radiator. Door to:

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM WC

10' 02" x 6' 01" (3.1m x 1.85m)

Obscure upvc double glazed leaded light inset window to side aspect, low level WC with concealed cistern, corner

shower cubicle housing stainless steel rain style shower and shower attachment, wash hand basin with swan neck

mixer tap, under sink cupboards, demisting touch sensitive lit mirror, shaver point, tiled flooring, tiled surround,

ladder style radiator, airing cupboard housing tank plus underfloor heating controls, underfloor heating.

Floor Plan

OUTSIDE

As mentioned Albecq Cottage has large mature gardens with a plethora of possibilities for a buyer with

vision. The property is approached via a five-bar gated brick paved drive which provides substantial off

street parking for numerous vehicles (indeed quite apart from multiple cars, our vendors have parked a

caravan and a boat!). This has a fenced and hedged surround and leads to a large:

DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE

18' 10" x 17' (5.74m x 5.18m)

Two metal up and over doors, two glazed windows to side aspect, obscure upvc double glazed door to rear, roof storage, power and light.

To the rear of the garage is the oil tank and there are two water butts which serve a tap at the front.

There is access to the rear garden at the side where you will find an entrance door to a:

BOILER ROOM

5' 09" x 3' 03" (1.75m x 0.99m)

Housing oil fired central heating boiler, electric fuse box, meter point, pump for shower, power and light.

The rear garden as explained is an absolute delight, bordering open fields to the rear, with stunning

countryside views and many mature hedges and trees surrounding it.

To the immediate rear of the property is a paved area with pond, leading to a good sized paved patio, the

perfect place for al fresco dining with a summerhouse close by. The majority of the rest of the garden is

laid to lawn and represents a wonderfully open and level outside space with more than enough square

footage for the children to run around in. There is a small orchard area with apple, pear, walnut and fig trees, and both black and redcurrant and gooseberry bushes. There is a tap, a greenhouse and in total

three further storage sheds serving different area of the garden. There is also a decorative well that has a

water tank below for rainwater run-off and our vendor uses the old pump to water the garden with this

rainwater.

EPC rating E