Property Description: Hazel Mount is believed to be one of the oldest cottages in this thriving and picturesque Somerset village, occupying an elevated position with delightful views towards the church. Rich in character, the property showcases period features including exposed beams and wooden flooring, and has been extended over time. While offering considerable charm, it would now benefit from a programme of updating.
Located in a wonderfully private and tucked-away setting, the cottage nevertheless remains conveniently located within easy walking distance of the village amenities, including a shop, post office, public house and village hall.
The front door opens into the living room which is has both south and north facing windows and on a sunny day the light floods in. To one end of the room is a wood-burning stove and French door that opens out onto the large terrace at the rear of the cottage. The kitchen/dining room has a rustic feel with a wooden floor and is the hub of the home with space for a large dining table and a beautiful pale blue Aga. The kitchen as it stands is functional but would benefit from some modernisation. This room is triple aspect with a stable door that opens out to the west facing garden. At the other end of the cottage you step down into a further reception room which would make the perfect study or snug room. This room is also triple aspect and has a door out to the front garden.
The stairs ascend from the living room to four bedrooms and a family bathroom. The upstairs is equally as charming with wooden boarded floors and beams. The two double bedrooms at the far end of the cottage both have stunning views over the village towards the Church.
Outside: The gardens at Hazel Mount wrap around the cottage and are as charming as the property itself. To the front is a stone wall with a picket gate and a path that leads to the front door, which also then continues around the cottage. To the east is a lawned area with mature shrubs and small trees and a parking space for one car. There is potential to create more parking and subject to the necessary consents a car port or garage could be added. To the west, the garden extends with a level lawned area and a summer house from which the views across the village to the church open out - a quintessentially English view! To the north of the property is a large terrace and then the garden continues down towards the valley.
Location: The house is situated in the heart of the Pilton and within walking distance of all the village amenities. Pilton lies between the towns of Glastonbury, Wells and Shepton Mallet and is known for its green spaces and pretty stone cottages, as well as the world famous Glastonbury Festival (for which the lucky purchaser of this property will get free tickets). This thriving village has a shop, a fabulous pub with venue and garden, community run coffee shop, post office, playing fields (including skate park and tennis courts), church, chapel, playgroup, allotments, a community orchard and numerous clubs. The village is also home to The Pilton Stage and Village Hall which acts as a community venue for music, events & functions. Throughout the year the village hosts several well attended events including the village flower show and fete not to mention the Glastonbury Festival. The village is steeped in history with almost 70 listed buildings including the 11th Century Church and the restored 14th Century tithe barn which is now used for a variety of village events. For more information visit
The historic cathedral city of Wells is just five miles away and is the smallest city in England (population 10,000). It’s centre has the market place (local markets held twice a week) surrounded by many medieval buildings including the cathedral and the moated Bishops Palace as well as its bustling high street. Glastonbury is a small but busy town and a major tourist venue, welcoming thousands of visitors each year. Medieval Glastonbury - designated a conservation area - clusters around the majestic ruins of the Abbey. There are regular farmer’s markets in Wells, Glastonbury and Shepton Mallet (just three miles away) and these locations offer a variety of coffee shops, restaurants and independent shops. All the usual supermarkets can be found in any of these three locations and there are great local farm shops including Jon Thorner’s or maybe try the local producer Brown Cow Organics. There are fabulous walks on your doorstep over the surrounding countryside. Just 20 minutes away is the town of Bruton with its boutique shops, famous restaurants and world-renowned Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery. Bristol and Bath and Frome are all within approximately an hour’s drive and a mainline station with trains to London Paddington, is situated less than five miles away at Castle Cary, with further mainline stations at Yeovil, Bristol and Bath. Bristol International Airport is just sixteen miles away.
There is an excellent range of both state and independent schools in the area including the well-respected West Pennard Primary School in the next-door village that has a school bus from Pilton. Millfield School, Wells Cathedral School, The Blue School in Wells, Strode College in Street, All Hallows, Downside School and numerous local primary schools are all accessible from the area.
Directions: SatNav = BA4 4BG / What3words = curvy.moderated.dunk
Council Tax: Band E (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.
Local Authority: Somerset Council
Services: Mains water, drainage and electricity, oil heating. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker.
Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession.
Additional Property Notes: This property is of traditional construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility. New UPVC windows and French doors to rear aspect. Heating system installed 01/01/2016. Parking for one car with the potential to create further parking and space for a garage/carport (STPP).
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