- Four Generously Sized Bedrooms: Spacious bedrooms, perfect for family living or accommodating guests. +
- Gas Central Heating: Efficient gas-fired central heating throughout the property for comfort year-round. +
- Original Features: Retains charming period details, including wide elm floorboards and feature fireplaces. +
- Energy Savings: Solar panels on outbuildings help supplement electricity costs, making the home more sustainable. +
- Versatile Outbuildings: Several outbuildings with power and light, plus a large cellar with three full-height rooms. +
- Private Garden & Parking: Enjoy a private garden area with a walled boundary and convenient off-road parking. +
- Quirky Layout: Formerly two cottages, the property features two staircases and unique living spaces. +
- Spacious Living Areas: Generous rooms with charming fireplaces, wood-burning stove, and country-style kitchen. +
- Convenient Lifestyle: Walking distance to local schools, shops, and Alcombe Combe nature trails with stunning views. +
Step into this one-of-a-kind, Grade II listed detached cottage, perfectly positioned within the charming Old Alcombe area on the outskirts of Minehead. This property, originally two separate cottages, has been thoughtfully combined to retain its historic character, featuring two staircases, wide elm floorboards, and unique living spaces. From the moment you walk through the door, you’ll be captivated by its quirky charm and sense of history.
The ground floor offers an inviting Dining Room, bathed in light from the front aspect, complete with a feature open fireplace and built-in storage. The Living Room, a double-aspect space with windows to the front and side, is perfect for cosy evenings, featuring a wood-burning stove set within a charming fireplace. The country-style Kitchen boasts wall and base units, a Belfast sink, and direct access to the garden, creating a welcoming space for home-cooked meals.
Venture below to the expansive Cellar, currently transformed into an additional living space and games room, making it the perfect spot for entertaining guests, family movie nights, or a dedicated play area for children. Accessible from both the kitchen and dining room, this versatile area includes three full-height rooms, two with windows and one with a door leading outside, offering endless possibilities for leisure and relaxation.
Upstairs, the unique layout continues with bedrooms and bathrooms accessed via two separate staircases. The first staircase leads to a charming Bedroom and a modern Shower Room, while the second staircase takes you to another Bedroom and a spacious Bathroom. The top floor reveals two additional bedrooms, one of which boasts glorious views of the surrounding countryside, providing a peaceful retreat.
Outside, the property extends its charm with several versatile Outbuildings, some featuring power, light, and even an outside WC—perfect for extra storage, hobbies, or potential workspace. The garden is a delightful blend of courtyard space and a lawned area with a traditional walled boundary, offering a private haven for relaxation or entertaining.
With the added benefits of gas central heating, solar panels to reduce electricity costs, and off-road parking conveniently accessed from Brook Street Mews, this property combines the best of old-world charm and modern convenience. Situated within walking distance to local schools, the vibrant amenities of Alcombe, and the stunning nature walks of Hopcott, this home is more than just a place to live—it’s a lifestyle opportunity waiting to be embraced.
Embrace the charm and character of a historic home in a vibrant community setting—book your viewing today to experience this unique property for yourself.