This detached period home occupies a generous plot of just under half an acre, presenting an excellent opportunity for renovation and investment. Nestled in a secluded position with no immediate neighbors, the property allows for the potential creation of multi-generational living spaces or dedicated work-from-home areas.
The house requires comprehensive refurbishment but boasts spacious proportions across both floors, making it adaptable to various reconfiguration options. With two staircases already in place, it's feasible to develop an annexe or facilitate single-level living, catering to a range of lifestyle needs.
Upon entering, you'll find a welcoming lobby leading into a cozy reception room, ideal for a snug space. Adjacent is a larger reception area featuring one of the staircases that grants independent access to three first-floor bedrooms. The dual-aspect kitchen and breakfast room offers picturesque views of both the front garden and rear fields. An inner hallway connects this space to a ground-floor bathroom. The sizable sitting room opens onto the front garden through French doors and includes a woodburning stove for added comfort, while also serving as access to the master bedroom via the second staircase. A dedicated home office/study area completes the ground floor, providing convenience with its proximity to essential utilities like the oil-fired boiler.
Upstairs, the master bedroom enjoys tranquil views and features an ensuite shower room along with built-in wardrobes. The second bedroom is equipped with an ensuite WC, while two additional bedrooms provide pleasant outlooks and are serviced by the ground-floor bathroom.
Externally, the property is accessed via private gates leading to ample parking spaces alongside a brick and timber outbuilding. Beyond this structure lies a substantial garden/paddock area bordered by mature trees and hedgerow, perfect for those looking to cultivate their own outdoor space or explore landscaping ideas. The front garden enjoys a sunny aspect that enhances its appeal.
Located in Lopenhead—a small hamlet flanked by Seavington St Michael and South Petherton—residents benefit from close proximity to local amenities such as the popular "Pips" café and Trading Post Farm shop known for its locally sourced produce. Frogmary Green Farm is within walking distance and provides not only agricultural operations but also an event venue set amid scenic lakeside grounds.
South Petherton itself is characterized by its vibrant community atmosphere and array of services including independent shops ranging from butchers to florists, along with cafes and pubs that contribute to its charm. The award-winning restaurant Holm has garnered acclaim on both local and national levels, further enhancing the area's culinary
