Property Description: Guide price £600,000 - £650,000. Named after the impressive Magnolia tree framing the front façade, this beautifully presented Grade II listed family home has a rich history dating back to when Magnolia House was known for housing an exclusive ladies boarding school from the 1840s to the 1880's, run by the four Mason sisters. With ample period features, impressive high ceilings, and a grand sweeping staircase, this property is a true rare find, perfect for a family looking for a private, spacious and unique home within a thriving country village.
The grand entrance hall leads to a spacious triple-aspect sitting room on one side and the kitchen/breakfast room on the other. The sitting room has striking sash windows with shutters, period coving, and a marble fireplace with gas burner. There is a side door with direct access to the sun terrace and garden. The contemporary kitchen has space for a dining table and leads into the large utility room which has an external door to the garden. There is also a shower room on the ground floor.
Up the sweeping staircase with it's vast feature window, there is a spacious light-filled landing that leads to two double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The triple-aspect principal bedroom is impressively spacious with the characteristic sash windows and shutters, and a Bath stone feature fireplace.
On the top floor, the landing is currently configured as a study area and leads to a further large bedroom, set in the eaves with wooden beams on one side and a shower room with a storage cupboard on the other.
Outside: The garden is beautiful and well cared for with areas laid to lawn with plenty of mature planting and shrubbery. There is a summer house on the lawn and a paved terrace leading from the sitting room; Both areas are perfect for enjoying the all-day sun this garden receives. The large driveway has space for at least 4 cars and the potential to build a carport (subject to planning). There is a single garage that comes with the property that is accessed via The Croft, just a few steps away.
Location: Set at the foot of the Mendip Hills, Cheddar is one of Somerset's most desirable locations. Famed for its dramatic limestone gorge and world-renowned cheese, the thriving village is far more than a tourist gem, offering a strong sense of community and a perfect mix of nature and connectivity to city life. There are a range of amenities a short walk away including independent cafés, pubs, bakeries, and boutiques as well as a supermarket and a weekly farmers market. The nearby Weston-Super-Mare offers further retail choice. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, the area is perfect for scenic walks.
There is an excellent range of both state and independent schools in the area including Kings of Wessex Academy, Fairlands Middle School, Sidcot School, and numerous local primary schools.
Excellent transport links connect you to Wells, Weston-Super-Mare and Bristol via the nearby M5 and A38 with Bristol international Airport just 20 minutes drive away.
Directions: SatNav = BS27 3NG / What3Words = palms.corkscrew.sedative
Council Tax: Band F (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.
Local Authority: Somerset County Council 0300 123 2224
Services: Gas fired central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity.
Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.
Additional Property Notes: This property is a Grade II listed building of traditional construction. It has some adaptions for accessibility - stair lift. There's a note on the deeds to say that the neighbours have access over grounds "for repair or maintenance with permission". There is 1 solar panel fitted for hot water.
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