The Old Rectory, St Mary's Street, Axbridge, Somerset

THE OLD RECTORY, ST MARY’S STREET, AXBRIDGE, SOMERSET, BS26 2BN The Old Rectory is believed to date back to the 17 th Beautiful Georgian character property situated century with 18 th and 19 th century additions and was in in the centre of this historic market town in a use as the rectory to Axbridge church until 1989. conservation area Now a beautiful family home, full of c haracter and charm retaining many original period features, though Completely renovated yet retaining a wealth of sympathetically updated by the present owners. The period features including working shutters, property enjoys lovely views towards Glastonbury Tor picture rails, original doors etc. and Axbridge Church and is within walking distance of most amenities. Many recent improvements, including re- roofing, new uPVC windows and doors, new The beautifully presented accommodation of some boiler and woodburner, plus renovation of the 3100 sq ft includes a two storey, one bedroom annexe annex which has its own separate staircase and could be separated for occupation as a granny flat or let out Spacious accommodation of 3100sq ft in total, independently. suitable for dual occupation The front entrance porch with inner door, provides Sitting room with open fireplace and French access to the ‘L’ shaped reception hall and from here doors to the rear gardens are located the spacious sitting room with an attractive feature open fireplace with woodburner and French Elegant dining room, also with open fireplace doors on to the garden, study with extensive range of shelving and cupboards (one can imagine many a sermon being written here), elegant dining room, Study with range of fitted bookshelves and again with open fireplace and a downstairs cloakroom. cupboards The kitchen/breakfast room can also be accessed from the dining room and is well fitted with an extensive Well fitted kitchen/breakfast room including a range of cabinets and walk in pantry, also included is range cooker a range style cooker with extractor canopy over. There is a utility room off the kitchen. Utility room and cloakroom The main staircase rises from the hallway to the first 3 double bedrooms, master with ensuite, family floor spacious landing with access to the main bathroom and cloakroom in the main part of the bedroom, which has an unusual vaulted ceiling which house. is carried through to the ensuite, and two large double bedrooms and family bathroom. One bedroom annexe with separate staircase Another part of the landing leads through to the Lovely 185’ long south facing walled garden annexe with a first floor sitti ng room, double bedroom and shower room. The staircase leads down to the Double garage and off street parking annexe kitchen area.

The gardens ar e a delightful feature of this property being completely enclosed by natural stone walling and measuring approximately 185’ in length. Beautifully and professionally landscaped and planted with an abundance of mature shrubs, herbaceous plants and trees, i ncluding a walnut tree. Leading out from the rear of the house is a paved terrace and a pathway leads to the bottom of the garden. At the end lies a productive vegetable garden with soft fruit bushes, apple, pear, Victoria plum and fig trees. A greenhou se is also included in the sale. From here a gateway provides access to the DOUBLE GARAGE – with light, power and eaves storage plus off street parking. The garage has a service door from the garden. Adjoining the property to the rear are 2 useful outbuil dings providing garden storage and log store. Access to the garage and parking is via a tarmac lane leading off Moorland Street.

Directions – From Robin King’s turn right onto the High Street and continue out of the village until reaching the A38. Turn ri ght onto this road and continue for approx. 3 miles. Branch left onto the A371, signposted Wells. After 800m turn take the left turn signed Axbridge, leading into West Street and then High Street, and continue into The Square. St Mary’s Street lies ahead, to the right of The Oakhouse and the property will be found approximately 70m further on the right.

Important Notice: Whilst we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have not carried out any form of structural survey, nor tested the services or appliances. These particulars are for guidance only and do not form any part of an offer or contract and should not be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property is not a statement that any regulations or other consent has been obtained. These matters must be verified by the intending purchaser. Floor plans, room sizes, areas and distances are intended to be approximate only, prospective purchasers are strongly advised to check measurements. If there are any important matters likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property

Axbridge is a charming medieval town nestling at the foot of the Mendip Hills with glorious country walks on the doorstep. It centres round a medieval square with a post office, chemist, local shop and a number of pubs and restaurants. The local first school is within walking distance of the property and Fairlands Middle School is in nearby Cheddar along with Kings of Wessex Upper School. The smallest town in Somerset, Axbridge is situated 10 miles from the coast, 10 miles from Wells and just 18 miles from Bristol City Centre.

SERVICES – all mains services

LOCAL AUTHORITY – North Somerset District Council – Tel 01934 888144 – Band F £2,297.66 (2016/17) * Bandings for properties altered/extended since 1st April 1993 could be subject to review.

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