5 bedroom detached house for sale

A very spacious 5-6 bedroom contemporary property with exemplary style and a large garden, set within the sought after village of Long Sutton.

ORCHARD HOUSE, SHUTE LANE, LONG SUTTON, LANGPORT, TA10 9LU 

Accommodation
Orchard House was built in 2012 having been meticulously designed BoonBrown architects and the current owners to create their family home. Since then, the property was remodelled in 2020 with various aspects altered to maintain its cutting edge presence. The owner's links to Sandbanks are showcased in the design with a mix of rendered and cedar clad elevations with a prominent facade, as well as an abundance of glass and a real onus on inside/outside living to enjoy the landscapes.Complimenting the contemporary design, there are plenty of modern conveniences within the property including underfloor heating throughout the grounds floor, excellent insulation, aluminium double glazed windows, and solar photovoltaic panels on the slate roof which feed into a battery at the property.

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It is worth noting that the owners's are open to negotiating on almost the entirety of the fixtures, fittings and furnishings which may appeal to an overseas buyer looking to set up in the area. The property is within easy reach of a good number of excellent local schools including Millfield and Hazlegrove.

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The front door enters an impressive reception hall with a magnificent central staircase, LED spotlights and a cloakroom on the left hand side. Polished concrete flooring continues into the kitchen dining and living room. This is an elegantly deigned room with light pouring in through the floor to ceiling sliding glass doors which are tinted to keep the room cool. The kitchen is fitted to the highest standards with Rot Punkt wall and based units, incorporating integral applicants including a Bosch dishwasher, ATAG coffee machine, microwave combi electric oven, compact steam oven, electric oven and grill with warming drawer below, full height fridge, plus a Leibherr freezer and an additional drinks fridge. Quartz work surfaces wrap around the kitchen, with a stainless steel sink, waste disposal unit, Quooker boiler water tap, and a breakfast bar set within. By the glass doors, there is a seating area in front of the remote control Faber gas fire and there is further space within this large sociable room for a dining table and even pool table as demonstrated.

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Adjoining the kitchen, there is a utility room housing the Viessman Vitodens 100 gas boiler, further units, a Franke ceramic sink and a cupboard neatly storing the electrical equipment. There is also a snug room/study leading off the kitchen which has smart fitted cupboards which can open to offer desk space or shut to keep the property looking minimalistic. Double glass doors leading from the reception hall connect into the sitting room which has Walnut floorboards, beautiful recessed niches with clever lighting ideal for showcasing art, and another Faber Glance gas fire.

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The gym is also on the ground floor, and being located to the northern side of the property, it remains cool. All of the equipment within the gym could be made available by further negotiation. On the first floor, there are three suites all comprising large double bedrooms, extensive storage and high quality en-suite bath/shower rooms, and a large linen cupboard. The master bedroom enjoys the best garden view, as well as remote controlled blinds and a projector screen for evening entertainment. In addition to the large bedroom, there are two fully fitted dressing rooms with ample hanging space, and a sublime en-suite bathroom with an Oval Victoria & Albert bath, twin basins, a walk-in shower with rainfall shower head, heated towel rail and a glazed roof.

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The guest bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe, extensive further built-in storage, and another beautifully fitted en-suite with marble floor and wall tiles, a walk-in shower unit, w/c, basin, and separate bath. Competing the first floor, there is another double room enjoying plenty of wardrobe space, and en-suite of it's own individual design, this time having slate wall tiles, a walk-in shower, basin, w/c and heated towel rail. A further set of stairs rises to the second floor landing which has a glass walkway connecting two further double bedrooms, ample eaves storage, a wet room, and a large top floor living area which could equally be used as the sixth bedroom. Off the living room there is a sizeable airing cupboard, ideal for drying clothes.

Orchard House
From Shute Lane, a set of sliding electric gates set into high fencing offering an excellent degree of privacy open to an expansive gravel parking area in front of the house which is surrounded by mature hedging. There is a large garage with electric roller door and light and power internally. A side door opens into a lobby where there is access into the garage, a kitchenette, and a staircase rising to a neatly presented first floor studio. To the rear of the property, there is a large formal lawned garden with high fir hedging to provide privacy and a post and rail fence forming the perimeter between the neighbouring field along eastern boundary.

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Immediately outside the property there is a stunning outdoor entertainment area which comprises a sunken Japanese seating area, a large paved terrace, and an outdoor kitchen with bespoke pizza oven, grill, fridge, and units with lighting. In addition there is a wall mount for a flat screen TV. Nearby there is a stone outbuilding, and a store area for bins and recycling. In all, the gardens and grounds amount to approximately 0.93 acres.

About the area
The Parish of Long Sutton is situated in the heart of Somerset, bordered to the south by the Levels and the river Yeo and to the north by rolling hills and woods. At the centre of the village is the Green which is surrounded by a splendid XVIth century church and other interesting, listed buildings making it one of the most attractive villages in the county. The village has a church, primary school, village hall, shop and post office, golf club, an excellent gastro pub (Devonshire Arms) and a friendly vibrant community with a good number of clubs and associations. More extensive facilities are on hand in the local towns of Somerton, Street, Langport , Sherborne and Taunton with their wide range of retail and recreational facilities.

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Nearby Castle Cary station offers regular mainline services to London (Paddington) taking from 110 minutes. Alternatively, Yeovil/Sherborne junction offers services to London (Waterloo) taking from 135 minutes. The A303 (becoming the M3 to London) provides access to London and the West Country.There is an outstanding choice of state and independent schools in the area including Hazelgrove at Sparkford, Millfield at Street, Sherborne schools, Downside at Shepton Mallett, Wells Cathedral School and the Bruton schools

Services
Gas fired central heating. Mains and solar powered electricity. Mains drainage and water.Tenure: Freehold.Energy Performance Rating: B.Council Tax Band: G.

Important Notice
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.

Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold