Ainstey Drive, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22

Ivy House is an attractive four-bedroom detached house occupying a particularly peaceful position, approached along a quiet, tree-lined driveway leading to a small collection of attractive detached houses. The peaceful setting immediately gives a sense of privacy, whilst the house itself has been thoughtfully arranged to provide excellent family accommodation with a particularly strong connection to the garden and surrounding countryside.

The property features attractive part-render, part-stone elevations beneath a clay-tiled roof and has recently been thoughtfully updated internally. The improvements include a substantial rear extension, creating an exceptional open-plan kitchen, dining and family living space, whilst the remainder of the house has been carefully enhanced to provide a comfortable and versatile home. The welcoming entrance hall provides access to the principal reception rooms and kitchen, with the staircase rising to the first floor. The separate sitting room offers a comfortable and more intimate space in which to relax, whilst the study provides an excellent environment for home working or a quiet retreat from the main living areas. The principal living accommodation is the impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and living room, created within the substantial rear extension. Designed with modern family life and entertaining in mind, this wonderfully light and sociable space enjoys a strong connection with the garden. The contemporary kitchen features an excellent range of Shaker-style wall and base units beneath quartz work surfaces, complemented by a substantial central island offering additional drawer storage and incorporating an oak-topped breakfast bar. Integrated appliances include an electric range cooker and dishwasher, whilst a useful adjoining larder provides further storage. The kitchen flows naturally into the dining and living areas, creating a generous and flexible space ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining. Extensive glazing and full-height sliding doors maximise the garden outlook, while a roof lantern above the kitchen floods the space with natural light. The glazed doors open directly onto the terrace and gardens, creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces during the warmer months. Set apart from the main living space, the sitting room provides a quieter and more intimate setting for relaxation, with ample space for comfortable seating. The adjoining study offers excellent flexibility and could also be used as a reading room, hobby space or occasional fifth bedroom, if required. A separate utility room provides space for laundry appliances and additional storage, while a cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.

Upstairs, the property offers four well-proportioned double bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes. The well-proportioned principal bedroom is positioned towards the rear of the house and enjoys a pleasant dual aspect with views over the garden and surrounding countryside and benefits from a modern en-suite shower room. Three further double bedrooms provide excellent flexibility for family and guests, with the accommodation equally suited to those requiring additional bedrooms for home working or hobbies. The modern family bathroom serves these rooms.

OUTSIDE AND GARDEN
The property is approached via a gravel driveway providing parking for two vehicles and access to the garage, which incorporates useful internal storage.
The rear garden is a particular feature, extending away from the house and backing directly onto open fields. Predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by a mixture of established hedging and fencing, it enjoys a high degree of privacy whilst taking full advantage of the property's open rural outlook. A broad terrace immediately adjoins the kitchen and provides an excellent setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. The extensive glazed doors open directly onto this area, creating a particularly attractive connection between the principal living space and garden. The garden enjoys a westerly aspect, making the most of the afternoon and evening sunshine. Beyond the lawn, the open fields provide a pleasant rural backdrop and create a wonderful sense of space and tranquillity. The garden is well suited to family life, providing ample space for children and pets, whilst the established boundaries give a mature and sheltered feel. The combination of privacy, open views and excellent entertaining space makes the garden a significant asset to the property.

Combining generous family accommodation, stylish open-plan living and a peaceful position adjoining open countryside, Ivy House provides an excellent home where you can enjoy a rural Somerset lifestyle whilst remaining within easy reach of Sherborne, Castle Cary and the wider South-West.

LOCATION
Sparkford is a pretty village lying at the southern end of the Sparkford Vale. There is a church, public house and filling station/store. The neighbouring village of Queen Camel has a highly regarded general store and post office, primary school, public house and medical centre. There is also a very active village hall, playing fields and equestrian facilities. The more extensive facilities, found in the Abbey town of Sherborne and the larger commercial centre of Yeovil, are within close proximity. Sparkford is well positioned for access to the A303, a dual carriageway most of the way to the M3 and London. The A37 Bristol and Bath to Weymouth and Lyme Regis road and the M5 connect with the A303 and the high speed rail services from Castle Cary take a little over an hour and a half to London Paddington. There is also good accessibility to Bristol and Exeter airports. Devon and Cornwall are also only 2½-3 hours away.

SPORT AND RECREATION
Racing at Wincanton and Salisbury. Golf at Sherborne and Yeovil. Leisure Centre, cinemas and swimming pool at Yeovil, regular concerts at Sherborne and Salisbury. There is also easily accessible cycling, horse riding, fishing, clay pigeon shooting and local countryside walks and pubs close by as well as social groups within the community. Larger shopping centres at Yeovil and Street, near Glastonbury and Wells. The Royal Bath and West Showground is also accessible in approximately 20 minutes.

EDUCATION
The area is well known for the variety and standard of independent schools available. In particular Hazlegrove is within ¼ of a mile, whilst the Sherborne schools are also a short drive away. There are also a large number of state and independent schools that are highly regarded within close proximity in Bruton and Castle Cary.