Upper Cheddon, Taunton, Somerset, TA2

A well situated detached former barn offering beautifully presented and comfortable two-bedroom accommodation in a peaceful country setting.

The Property

Situated in a peaceful yet highly convenient rural position, Alder Barn forms part of an exclusive development of sympathetically converted barns and occupies a tranquil position on the edge of the development. The property is an attractive and characterful home, constructed in local stone under a tiled roof and was developed about fourteen years ago to provide a highly comfortable and well-appointed home. A partly glazed front door, with glazed panelling on either side affording masses of light, leads into the main open plan living space which has a ceramic tiled floor and exposed stone walls, a Clearview wood burning stove and a well-designed cupboard with beautifully crafted wrought iron doors which houses the newly installed Worcester combi-boiler, which benefits from a a seven year guarantee, together with an under-counter freezer. An adjoining cupboard provides storage for the electric smart meter and fuse box. The tiled floor extends into the kitchen area, which is well fitted with a range of Howden floor mounted cupboards with wooden work surfaces and a central island also providing a breakfast bar. Fitted appliances include a Lamona dishwasher, washer/dryer and a fan assisted oven with a four-ring induction hob with extractor over. There is also an AEG larder refrigerator. The staircase leads to the first floor and leads to a spacious landing with exposed roof timbers and doors into the bedrooms. The bedroom facing east has lovely outlooks over the garden, has a built-in linen cupboard and further built-in wardrobe cupboard with double height hanging. The second bedroom has lovely views, exposed beams, built in cupboard with hanging space and a shoe rack. The bathroom is well fitted with a panelled bath, with a shower attachment, shower, wc and a pedestal wash hand basin with mirror fronted cupboard over.

Gardens and Grounds

Alder Barn is approached via a gravelled parking area providing space for two vehicles lying on the west side of the property. A garden gate leads towards the front door with areas of lawn on either side. The gardens have been designed and created over the last fourteen years and provide colour, structure and interest throughout the year. They extend round to the north side of the barn and include further lawned areas, a raised Cotswold stone bed planted with a flowering cherry tree, a lean-to log store and a useful garden store shed with light and power. A domed shaped timber pergola is adorned with mature wisteria together with a rambling rose and provides an idyllic and shaded area in which to sit and enjoy the garden. Continuing around to the rear of the property, there is a deep sitting out terrace, further Cotswold stone raised beds planted with roses and a crab apple tree. A mature yellow magnolia tree is planted between two of the raised beds. There is also a very mature potted olive tree. There is an attractive Bath stone circular water feature and a path that leads down to the eastern corner where there is a mature oak tree.

Tax Band: E