Listed for £685,000
April 6, 2024
Sold for £567,000
2019
Sold for £445,000
2008
Sold for £200,000
2005
Millstream Cottage is delightfully situated in this picturesque historic village close to all the local attractions including the magnificent Dunster Castle, Yarn Market, Dovecot, Old Mill and is also within three miles of the sea.
The property, which is steeped in history is believed to have been the parish workhouse up to 1840. The cottage offers beautifully presented accommodation of great character and charm with features including fireplaces, window seats, exposed beams and timbers. During 2019 the property was the subject of considerable improvement and renovation works which included the installation of a superb custom built fitted kitchen, matching utility room and master bathroom. Although run as a bed and breakfast it is equally suitable as a family home or for those wishing to house a dependant relative
ACCOMMODATION
Equipped with gas fired central heating, double glazed windows in timber frames the accommodation is arranged over two floors and in brief comprises;
Canopy Entrance Porch Door to -
Reception Hall/Sitting Room Overlooking the front garden, Victorian feature fireplace, exposed beam, recessed book shelving, fitted cupboard, radiator, tiled floor and airing cupboard with factory insulated cylinder.
Sitting Room Again overlooking the front garden, stone fireplace with heavy beam over and inset woodburner, exposed beams and timbers, window shutters, two radiators, fitted carpet and connecting door to -
Family Room Double glazed doors into the garden, exposed beam, radiator, skylight and fitted carpet.
Dining Room Feature fireplace, exposed beam, window seat, two radiators, cupboard and tiled floor.
Cloakroom Fitted with a two piece white and chrome suite comprising low level WC, wall mounted wash hand basin and tiled flooring.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room A double aspect room beautifully finished with a modern range of base and wall units, matching island unit all with Silestone working surfaces, one and a half bowl inset sink with chrome mixer tap, integrated combination oven and dishwasher, exposed beam, recessed spotlights, radiator and tiled floor.
Study A double aspect room with under stairs cupboard, radiator and fitted carpet.
Off the kitchen a door gives access to -
Rear Hall Stable door to outside, tiled floor, staircase to first floor bedroom and bathroom and opening to
Utility Room Fitted with an excellent range of base, wall and tall cupboards to match the kitchen, stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine, recessed spotlights, radiator and tiled floor.
A carpeted staircase from the reception hall/sitting room leads to -
First Floor Landing Radiator, cupboard housing wall mounted gas boiler heating the central heating and domestic hot water system, fitted carpet and access hatch to roof space.
Bedroom 1 Overlooking the front gardens with views towards the Church. Feature fireplace, radiator, exposed beam, and fitted carpet.
En-Suite Shower Room Tiled and fitted with a three piece white suite comprising; low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle, extractor fan and tiled floor.
Bedroom 2 Enjoying pleasant woodland views, window seat, radiator and fitted carpet.
En-Suite Bathroom Tiled and fitted with a three piece white and chrome suite comprising; panelled bath with mixer tap, hand shower attachment and screen, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, shaver light, extractor fan, radiator and vinyl floor covering.
Bedroom 3 Overlooking the rear gardens. Window seat, radiator and fitted carpet.
En-Suite Shower Room Tiled and fitted with three piece white and chrome suite comprising; low level WC, corner wash hand basin, shaver light, corner shower cubicle, extractor fan, radiator and vinyl floor covering.
Bedroom 4 Overlooking the front garden with views towards the church. Radiator, window seat and fitted carpet.
En-Suite Shower Room Tiled and fitted with a three piece white and chrome suite comprising; low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle, shaver light, extractor fan and vinyl floor covering.
A carpeted staircase from the rear hall leads to -
Small Landing Built in cupboard and fitted carpet.
Bedroom 5 Enjoying pleasant woodland views, two radiators, Velux windows and fitted carpet.
Bathroom Beautifully finished with a four piece white and chrome suite comprising; bath with mixer tap and hand shower attachment, circular shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin set in a roll edged top with cupboards and drawers under, low level W.C with concealed cistern, recessed spotlights, chrome radiator/rail, Velux window, extractor fan and vinyl floor covering.
OUTSIDE
To the front are enclosed walled gardens laid predominantly to lawn with flower and shrub borders and central pathway to the front entrance. At the rear are pretty enclosed gardens laid to lawn with inset trees, shrubs and flower borders. There is a paved patio immediately outside of the family room with a gravelled path leading down one side of the garden to a further paved patio and renovated stone built outbuilding (16'3 x 8'7)with light and power. At the foot of the garden there is a pedestrian gateway giving access out into West Street over which the adjoining neighbour right of way for coal and logs if and when required.
AGENTS NOTE
The furniture and equipment associated with the business is available by separate negotiation.
Dunster is served by a local post office, newsagents, delicatessen and various other shops, inns, tea rooms and restaurants to help cater for the many tourists that are attracted to this popular village. There is also a primary school, village church and a number of attractions to include magnificent Dunster Castle, Yarn Market, Dove Cote and Conygar Tower. West Somerset's premier resort of Minehead is approximately two and a half miles away and has a good range of everyday facilities, whilst the County town of Taunton which has mainline rail connections and access to the motorway network is approximately twenty two miles to the east. For those who enjoy exploring the countryside Dunster is situated within the Exmoor National Park and there are footpaths leading onto the surrounding hills of Grabbist and walks into Dunster's Deer Park at the foot of the castle.
SERVICES
Mains water, drainage, electric and gas.
TENURE
Freehold
COUNCIL TAX
Band A (owner accommodation)
BUSINESS RATES
Rateable value £2,700
From our office in Minehead proceed on the A39 towards Williton. After approximately two and a half miles turn right at the traffic lights into Dunster village. Proceed into the village through the traffic lights into West Street where the property will be found after a two hundred yards just after the left hand turning into Mill Lane.
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