Stags says ..
A charming three bedroom detached 16th century cottage with a large private courtyard bounded by a range of outbuildings, including a home office currently used as an annexe with further development potential subject to planning. EPC Exempt Grade II listed property.
Property Oracle says ..
This property presents a unique opportunity to purchase a charming Grade II listed 16th-century cottage in the desirable village of Merriott, Somerset. The cottage boasts three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and the images showcase its characterful features, including exposed beams and a thatch roof. The interior looks well-maintained and offers spacious living areas, while the exterior reveals a stone structure typical of the region. The significant addition to this property is a range of outbuildings, which appear to have been converted into a home office/annexe. This conversion could offer flexibility for a variety of needs, such as remote working, additional living space, or potential for rental income. This fact coupled with the property’s inherent charm and the peaceful village setting make this property particularly attractive. However, potential buyers should consider the costs associated with maintaining a thatch roof and any future development of the outbuildings, and the lack of readily available comparable pricing data makes price comparison challenging. The proximity to a railway station in Crewkerne at 4.55km offers a reasonable level of access to rail transport, while nearby good schools add to its family-friendly appeal. Overall, the property is presented as a well-maintained, spacious, and characterful home with excellent potential for various lifestyles. The limited garden space is offset by the sizable outbuildings and converted annexe.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 8
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 4,783.48
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 433,750.00 £Increased by 2.36 %
- Est sale value
- 1,238,921.32 £Decreased by 61.91 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,164.00 £/moIncreased by 12.68 %
- Est letting value
- 0.00 £/moDecreased by 100.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.22 %Increased by 9.90 %
- Crime Rate
- 32.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merriott First School | Community School | Good | 0.70 KM |
| Wadham School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 2.77 KM |
| Crewkerne Building | Children's Centre Linked Site | 3.00 KM | |
| Ashlands Church Of England First School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 3.01 KM |
| West Chinnock Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 3.46 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Drive | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Close | £ 270,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Old Bell Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Turnpike House | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Old Farm Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crewkerne | 5832 | CKN | 4.55 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiremoor Hill, Merriott | £ 625,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.00 KM |
| Higher Street, Merriott | £ 350,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
| Shiremoor Hill, Merriott | £ 395,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.16 KM |
| Merriott, Somerset | £ 375,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.16 KM |
| Shiremoor Hill, Merriott | £ 450,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.16 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 12 Higher Street | £ 195,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 15 Higher Street | £ 247,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 13 Higher Street | £ 382,000 | 0.11 KM |
| Chamings | £ 375,000 | 0.11 KM |
| Greenacres | £ 275,000 | 0.11 KM |