- Substantial detached family home +
- Beautiful wraparound gardens +
- Private driveway +
- Garaging and outbuildings +
- Four ensuite bedrooms +
- Annex potential within the current footprint +
- 1.08 Acres + 0.86 Acre paddock available by separate negotiation +
- Mains Gas, Mains Electric, Mains Water & Private Drainage +
A substantial detached country home offering a huge amount of living space, four en-suite bedrooms, four reception rooms, landscaped gardens, land, outbuildings and garaging. Tucked away in a private position on the edge of Chilcompton, Hive Cottage combines period character with contemporary living in a truly idyllic setting and with an additional paddock available too.
About the Property.
Hive Cottage is an attractive period residence that has been thoughtfully extended to provide spacious and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors. The home is set within the heart of landscaped grounds, backing onto open countryside, and enjoys a superb sense of privacy.
A striking galleried entrance hall, a choice of reception rooms and a large kitchen/breakfast room create a wonderful balance of family and entertaining space. Character features blend seamlessly with modern comforts, including stone flooring, granite worktops, an Aga and a Rangemaster cooker. Upstairs, all four double bedrooms benefit from en-suite bathrooms, while the principal suite boasts a full-width balcony overlooking the gardens.
About the Inside.
The enclosed porch opens into an impressive reception hall with a sweeping staircase leading to a galleried landing. Double doors lead to a generous reception room currently arranged as a music room and study. The dual-aspect living room, with its large wood-burning stove and French doors to the garden, provides a cosy yet spacious retreat.
A snug connects the hall to the kitchen, featuring stone flooring and access to a walk-through pantry and rear hall with cloakroom and integral garage/workshop. The kitchen is a chef’s delight with its Aga, Rangemaster, granite work surfaces and classic shaker cabinetry. French doors open directly onto the garden, making this a light-filled breakfast space. A separate utility room provides practical support for family living.
Further reception space includes a large dining room, filled with natural light, which opens to a covered terrace complete with hot tub—perfect for year-round entertaining.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom enjoys a dual aspect, fitted wardrobes, a generous en-suite bathroom and access to a balcony. Three further double bedrooms, each with their own en-suite, complete the first floor.
About the Outside.
A private driveway leads to a landscaped turning circle with ample parking. The front garden, with its natural pond framed by mature trees, sets a welcoming tone. The driveway continues to the side, where further parking, garaging and a workshop can be found.
The rear gardens are a delight, offering a sheltered patio, lawns, flower borders, and a raised ornamental pond. Outbuildings and an aviary provide further versatility. Off the kitchen lies a paved courtyard garden, ideal for al fresco dining. Beyond the gardens, a paddock with field shelter offers space for animals or additional recreational use with a total plot size of 1.08 Acres.
There is also the opportunity to purchase .86 Acre paddock to the south of the property
About the Area.
Emborough sits on the edge of the nearby village of Chilcompton and enjoys a strong community. The later boasts a good range of facilities including an excellent primary school, pre-school, village shop, village hall, church and two public houses. There is a regular bus service from the stop close by into many nearby towns and cities including Bath and Wells.
The Cathedral City of Wells is a short drive away and the city, which is the smallest in England, offers a range of shopping facilities including a high proportion of independent shops and boutiques, banks, restaurants, public houses, cinema and churches. The stunning market square holds a farmer’s market every Wednesday and Saturday.
Mainline rail services to London Paddington are available from Bath, Bristol and Castle Cary. Bristol Airport is 14 miles away.
There is a wide range of good schools nearby in both the public and private sectors. Private schools locally include Wells Cathedral (a specialist music school) Downside and Millfield.
Useful Information.
Postcode - BA3 4SA
Local Authority - Somerset Council
Council Tax - Band E
Energy Performance Certificate Rating – In process
Tenure - Freehold
Viewings - Strictly by appointment with the Vendors agent Killens