Welcome to 40 Sidcot Lane, Winscombe, a charming and spacious detached type home with 5 bed in the BS25 1LP area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band F.
This classic property was built before 1900 and has a reported internal area of 191 internal square metres
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £474,500 and a rental potential of £3,084 per month,
,
it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Dec 9, 2010. It's possible the property has changed since then,
but we are dedicated to giving you everything you need to make smart property decisions. Here's a snippet, and if you'd like to view the full thing, just click to expand.
"A rare opportunity to purchase a former toll house currently being offered as a five bedroom detached home with generous family accommodation, views and character.
* Entrance Hall * Sitting Room * Dining Room * Feature Living/Family Area * Split Level Kitchen Breakfast Area * Utility Room * Rear Porch * First Floor Offering Master Bedroom with En Suite * Four Further Bedrooms * Family Bathroom * Garage * Outbuilding/Workshop * Oil Fired Central Heating * Garden and Parking
DIRECTIONS
From our office in Woodborough Road Winscombe turn left, continue straight up Sidcot Lane until you reach the Sidcot traffic lights where the property can be found situated on the right hand corner.
LOCATION
Winscombe is set just off the A38, south west of Bristol. The village offers an excellent range of facilities and shops, including branches of the major banks, post office, library, doctors, dentists, opticians, vet, chemist, gift/china shop, small supermarket, grocers, newsagents, hairdressers, butchers/fishmonger, two charity shops, florists, bakery, clothes shops, travel agents, garage, pub, Church, Chapel, etc. There is a primary school in the village and Churchill Community School, with public sports centre adjacent, is about three miles distant. There are independent schools in the area, including Sidcot School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield, plus a selection in Bristol. There is a Montessori nursery school in the village. Sports facilities in the village include tennis, bowls, cricket, rugby, football and a small gym. In the general area there are lakes for fishing and sailing, golf courses, other sports centres, riding stables, dry skiing in Churchill and many walks in the surrounding countryside, including direct access to footpaths from the village. There are many well-known tourist attractions in the area, with Bath and Bristol providing many cultural activities. Buses run to Weston-super-Mare, Bristol, Cheddar and Wells, calling in at villages on the way. The nearest M5 access is at Junction 21, near Weston-super-Mare and useful is Junction 22, near Burnham-on-Sea. Trains run from Weston-super-Mare connecting in Bristol with fast services to London and other regions.
DESCRIPTION
It is understood that this good size family home dates back in parts to the 1700s and was a former toll house. After many alterations, extensions and refurbishments it now offers a generous family living space with views across the adjacent Sidcot school playing fields with the Mendip Hills as its backdrop. It is very conveniently located in close proximity to Winscombe village and its amenities, Sidcot School and the A38. We would strongly advise viewing to fully appreciate what is on offer with this property.
ACCOMODATION
ENTRANCE DOOR to
ENTRANCE HALL
10' x 9'3" (3.05m x 2.82m) including stairs to first floor and additional useful storage cupboard
Understairs cupboard, radiator, two windows to front aspect, door to dining room, door to
SITTING ROOM
21'9" x 12'8" (6.63m x 3.86m)
Feature period fireplace with wooden mantle over and stone hearth, single radiator, two further double radiators, window to side, window to rear offering views across Sidcot school playing fields and beyond towards the Mendip Hills.
DINING ROOM
17'8 x 10' (5.38m x 3.05m)
Decorative stone fireplace with wooden mantle over, telephone point, feature window to sitting room, double radiator, window to rear with views across Sidcot school playing fields and towards the Mendip Hills, door to
LIVING/FAMILY ROOM
16' (4.88m) widening into bay to 22'5" (6.83m) by 16' (4.88m) widening to 23' (7.01m)
Feature wood burning stove, a combination of exposed varnished floorboards and carpet, two bay windows to side one of which forms a delightful window seat come breakfast area, additional window, built in cupboard providing additional shelving and pantry space, steps lead to
SPLIT LEVEL KITCHEN/BREAKFAST AREA
L Shaped measuring 16'7" x 11'7" (5.05m x 3.53m)
Some exposed stone and beam work and offering a country feel fitted with a range of wall and base units with working surfaces over, inset one and a half bowl stainless steel drainer sink unit with central mixer taps, tiled to splash backs, plumbing for dishwasher, space for range master gas cooker, tiled flooring, fitted character wooden dresser, window to side, window to rear with views across Sidcot school playing fields and the Mendip Hills. Door to rear porch and doorway to
UTILITY ROOM
7'1" x 5'3" (2.16m x 1.6m)
Tiled flooring, plumbing for washing machine, space for condenser tumble drier, space for tall American style fridge freezer, boiler providing oil fired central heating supply, dual aspect windows
REAR PORCH
8'2" x 3' (2.49m x 0.91m)
Ideally suited to everyday entrance porch, space for coats boots and shoes, far reaching views across Sidcot school playing fields and the Mendip Hills in the background
Return to Entrance Hall, stairs to
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Radiator, door to
MASTER BEDROOM
16'2" x 12'11" (4.93m x 3.94m) measurement includes built in wardrobes providing hanging space and shelving
Exposed varnished wooden flooring, telephone point, two radiators, window to side, split level leads down to
ENSUITE BATH AND SHOWER AREA
13'2" x 4'4" (4.01m x 1.32m)
Inset feature corner bath with electric shower over, low level WC, bidet, wall mounted wash hand basin with vanity storage under, radiator, useful vanity storage cupboard providing shelving, spotlights, obscured circular window to side, window to rear providing views across Sidcot school playing fields and towards the Mendip Hills.
BEDROOM TWO
16'11" (5.16m) into bay x 11'7 (3.53m) narrowing to 8' (2.44m) measurement excludes a built in airing cupboard housing tank providing hot water supply
Radiator, bay window to side, window to rear overlooking Sidcot school playing fields with views towards the Mendip Hills
BEDROOM THREE
17'10" x 11' (5.44m x 3.35m)
Double radiator, dual aspect windows to front and side
BEDROOM FOUR
13'10" (4.22m) x 6'6" (1.98m) widening to 8'1" (2.46m)
Telephone point, radiator, built in wardrobe providing hanging space, further cupboard providing additional storage and shelving space, window to front aspect
BEDROOM FIVE
10'7" x 8'3" (3.23m x 2.51m)
Radiator, window to rear providing views across Sidcot school playing fields and towards the Mendip Hills
FAMILY BATHROOM
8'1" x 5'7" (2.46m x 1.7m)
Fitted with a full suite comprising panel bath with Mira electric shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, partially tiled, picture and dado rails, real wood oak style flooring, obscure window to rear
OUTSIDE
STORAGE ROOM
6'10" x 6'7" (2.08m x 2.01m)
Electric light and power, tiled flooring
OUTSIDE TOILET
Low level WC, wash hand basin, water tap
FURTHER STORAGE ROOM
9'9" x 5' (2.97m x 1.52m)
GARAGE
14' (4.27m) x 7' (2.13m) widening to 8'5" (2.57m)
Door to garden, window to rear aspect, doorway to
WOODSTORE
13'5" x 4'7" (4.09m x 1.4m)
Providing light
MAIN GARAGE
16'2" (4.93m) x 8'9" (2.67m) widening to 10'10" (3.3m)
Double doors, power and light
GARDENS
There are gardens situated to both sides and the rear of the property. Initially you are met by a five bar gate leading to a block paved area, providing parking for two to three vehicles. Immediately adjacent to this is an area of lawn fringed with a variety of flower and shrub borders and two small patio areas. Stone pathway leads between further mature flower beds to the rear of the property providing access to the house and the additional side garden. The side garden is laid to attractive chippings with raised flower beds, mature hedged borders and a gate providing access to the front of the property and a further gate providing access to the rear. These gardens are fully enclosing the property with a combination of stone wall, panelled fencing and mature hedging. We would strongly recommend viewing this property to fully appreciate the generous family sized accommodation that is on offer.
THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property."
Tax band F
434 sqm plot
