Listed for £585,000
September 17, 2025
Sold for £330,000
1998
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From the inner hall, a door opens to a further hall with stairs rising to the first floor, door into the dining room and to the kitchen/breakfast room. This has a good sized breakfast area with a double aspect taking in views over the garden. For practicality and appearance the floor is laid in a tile effect vinyl that flows into the kitchen area. This is fitted with a range of floor and eye level cupboards plus separate drawer units. You will find a good amount of work surfaces with a tiled splash back and a double sink and drainer with a mixer tap. There is housing for a larder style fridge, plumbing for a dishwasher and a built in electric oven with a ceramic hob plus two gas rings (bottled) and an extractor hood.
Also on the ground floor is a rear lobby with access to the side drive, plus a storage area and utility - all offering scope for further development.
First Floor
From the main reception hall stairs rise to a half landing with a window overlooking the side garden and continue up to a spacious and bright galleried landing with an opening to an inner landing and door to a separate landing. There is a large built in storage cupboard plus the airing cupboard. Doors lead off to the bedrooms and to the wet room, which is fitted with a WC, pedestal wash hand basin and shower area with an electric shower. You will find three double bedrooms, all with a view over the main garden and countryside beyond plus built in wardrobes and two with fireplaces. There is also a fourth bedroom that is currently fitted out as a study with built in shelves and cupboards.
The other staircase rises to a galleried landing with access to a large walk in wardrobe, door to a double bedroom and to the bathroom, which is fitted with a WC, vanity wash hand basin and bath with a mixer tap and telephone style shower attachment. There is scope that with some re-configuration, this part of the building could provide separate accommodation for a dependent relative or young adult yet to leave the nest.
Outside - The Grounds
The property is approached from the lane on to a drive that leads to the main entrance of the house. The drive is laid to stone chipping and has plenty of room to park multiple vehicles plus a garage. The main garden extends from the side of the house and predominately laid to lawn, fringed by mature shrubs and trees. Central steps rise to a raised sun terrace with views down the garden to the countryside beyond. Further garden lies to the other side of the house where there is the oil tank and a stable block. The whole grounds extend to about an acre of private and sunny personal space with the option to create a garden to suit your own style.
Useful Information -
Energy Efficiency Rating F
Council Tax Band F
Original Windows and Stone Mullions
Oil Fired Central Heating
Septic Tank Drainage
Freehold
No Onward Chain
Location And Directions -
Queen Camel is a historic and attractive village in south Somerset, set on the River Cam about seven miles north of Sherborne. With roots stretching back to Saxon times, the village is known for its handsome period cottages, welcoming pub, and the impressive Church of St Barnabas at its centre. The village offers a good range of local amenities including a shop and post office, doctors’ surgery, a modern community hall hosting regular clubs and events, and a playing field with sports facilities.
Sherborne and Yeovil also provide supermarkets, healthcare, leisure centres, restaurants and rail links to London and Exeter, ensuring excellent connections. Queen Camel offers an appealing mix of village life, strong community spirit and easy access to both outdoor pursuits and quality education. The village itself has a well-regarded primary school, while nearby secondary education is available in Sherborne and Yeovil, both offering state and independent options. The property is ideally placed with easy access to the recently re-routed A303.
Postcode - BA22 7PQ
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