South Cary Lane, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7

This wonderfully located, detached, 1930's built freehold house, with fabulous far reaching views on the edge of Castle Cary is now in need of some modernisation. Offering an enormous amount of potential, the property sits in an elevated position surrounded by its own land. The house has been designed to make the most of its enviable position, with the principal reception rooms taking in the views and south westerly aspect. The light and bright sitting room, with its large bay window along with the French doors that lead from the dining room out onto the terrace, work well to bring the outside in. The south facing double glazed conservatory, with beautiful and exotic purple Bougainvillea and Passionflower climbers on one wall, provides a tranquil sanctuary from where the beautiful gardens can be enjoyed. A well positioned kitchen, utility, larder, wc/cloakroom and plenty of storage ensure that this is also a very practical property. There is even a conveniently sited large principal bedroom on the ground floor, with impressive dressing area and ensuite shower room that offers flexible accommodation. Stairs rise from the large hallway to the first floor where there are three further double bedrooms, two of which have wonderful views over the gardens, paddock and beyond to Glastonbury Tor. There is a family bathroom with bath and shower over along with an airing cupboard and recessed storage cupboards on landing. A notable asset of this property is the extended, tandem garage with inspection pit, workshop, boiler room (boiler installed in 2017) and space above which is ripe for conversion, subject to any necessary planning consents. Private access from the lane leads to a gravelled driveway with parking for several cars. Much of the garden is laid to lawn, however, this is an enchanting and well-designed space full of intrigue that includes paved terracing, various paths, two ponds, a water feature and a fountain. Privacy is provided by plenty of established hedging. Various mature trees such as Junipers, Magnolia, Prunus, Conifers, Acer and Cherry along with a variety of shrubs including Choisya, White Jasmine, Camellia and grasses provide year round colour and interest. The gardens are in fact filled with plants and Geraniums, Irises, Cyclamen, Salvia, Euphorbia and Spring Bulbs to name a few all have their moment to shine. Climbers on house include Pyracantha, Clematis and Roses. The paddock, which abuts the rear of the garden, has stock fencing to two sides and benefits from a trough with mains water supply and separate vehicular access from the lane. The grounds extend to c.1.73 acres in total. It is small wonder that Sir Nikolaus Pevsner, the eminent architectural historian, described Castle Cary as Somerset's prettiest town. Its centre is dominated by period buildings constructed, in the main, of the distinctive honey coloured stone for which the area is well known and of which its focal point is the duck pond. The house is but a short walk from the centre of Castle Cary which has carefully preserved its status as a market town and has a number of traditional shops and excellent boutiques within the Conservation Area in which a policy of strict planning control operates to prevent inappropriate development. Surrounding the town is unspoilt and lightly wooded undulating farmland where dairying predominates interspersed with delightful villages. The area is well provided for with bridleways, quiet lanes and footpaths suitable for bicycling, riding and walking. The Newt, now well renowned for its many first class attractions, is nearby. The town of Bruton, which plays host to a plethora of restaurants, cafes and attractions such as the popular At The Chapel and Hauser and Wirth, is a short drive. Sailing and water sports on the Bristol Channel, Dorset coast or Sutton Bingham and Chew Reservoirs. Racing at Wincanton, Salisbury and Taunton. Numerous golf courses. Theatres at Bath, Yeovil, Bristol and Salisbury. There is a primary school and Ansford Academy (secondary education) in Castle Cary. Nearby, Bruton is well known for its schools, most notably King's Bruton and Sexeys School - a state day/boarding school. Hazlegrove Prep School at Sparkford offers further well-regarded private education.