3 bedroom house for sale

An outstanding and unique opportunity to own this iconic Grade II listed, three bedroom cottage within the heart of Porlock Weir available for the first time since 1686.


DESCRIPTION
This symbolic and distinguished spacious three bedroom cottage occupies an enviable position with sweeping views over Porlock Bay sitting proudly within the Porlock Manor Estate. Steeped in history with many features throughout, this three bedroom cottage benefits from a kitchen/dining room, sitting room, electric storage heaters, parking to the front and a low maintenance garden to the rear which is mainly laid to gravel.

ACCOMMODATION
The property is approached through a timber pedestrian gate opening to the front courtyard garden, enclosed by a dwarf stone wall. The timber entrance porch provides a great area for coats and boots, with the main front door opening into the recently fitted kitchen. The light and airy dual aspect kitchen/dining room is fully tiled throughout and offers a range of integrated appliances including electric oven, electric hob with extractor fan over, work surfaces, inset stainless steel sink and drainer and a comprehensive range of storage cupboards above and below. The dual aspect sitting room is fully tiled with a fabulous inglenook feature fireplace, bread oven and inset wood burner standing on slate tiles. The window to the rear aspect benefits from a window seat with a stone step externally which is used as access to the rear of the cottage. The first floor landing is of good proportions and provides access to all rooms, a picture window to the rear overlooking Porlock Bay and stairs rise to the second floor. The spacious principle bedroom benefits from a magnificent vaulted ceiling with windows to the front and rear allowing an abundance of natural light. Bedroom three is a single bedroom with a window to the rear elevation. The recently fitted family bathroom benefits from a contemporary style suite including; a ‘P’ shape panelled bath, curved glass shower screen, main fed shower over the bath, vanity unit inset wash basin and close coupled WC, airing cupboard housing hot water boiler and wall mounted electric heated towel radiator.

AGENTS NOTES
Due to the location of the cottage we are advised that the property is liable to flooding. There is a water pump located in the sitting room given the flood risk.

Location - Please be advised that the images provided on Page 6 of the brochure show the location of Porlock Weir.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
Electric heating, mains electric, water and drainage.
EPC Rating - E
Council Tax Band - C

SITUATION
The active village of Porlock is situated within the Exmoor National Park and forms a fine base from which to indulge in a variety of rural pursuits and providing the opportunity to explore the many attractions of West Somerset and North Devon. The village boasts a useful range of everyday facilities including Post Office, General Store, Cafes/Restaurant, Public Houses, Primary School, Churches, Recreation Ground and local sports teams including Football, Cricket and Bowls. The sea is approximately two miles away at Porlock Weir and the larger seaside town and shopping centre at Minehead is about six miles distant. The County town of Taunton with its mainline railway station and access to the motorway network is approximately thirty miles away.

GARDENS & GROUNDS
To the front of the cottage is off road parking. The cottage style timber pedestrian gate give access to the good size front garden which is mainly laid to paving and cobbles. A feature dwarf stone wall encloses the front garden. To the rear of the property is an open garden to the beach. The garden is predominantly laid to chippings. A set of steps abuts the sitting room window allowing access in and out of the cottage.