Stoke St. Mary, Taunton, TA3

The agent says... Coppice View is a most impressive detached 5 bedroomed family home that enjoys a peaceful and secluded position set within the desirable village of Stoke St Mary. The property is exceptionally spacious and light and well presented throughout and has been recently upgraded to a high standard including bespoke fitted cabinetry in the kitchen. THE ACCOMMODATION The accommodation comprises a large reception hall including beautiful solid oak flooring. A study/home office is seen to the side. A useful cloaks cupboard and a separate WC/cloakroom beyond. An attractive staircase leading to the first floor is the central feature with oak spindle balustrades. A part glazed front door and full height glazed panel allow natural light to flow into the area. A stunning kitchen offers an extensive range of contemporary style ‘soft close’ wall and base storage cabinets, which extend around the edge of this spacious room. The kitchen was designed and the cabinets provided by a local outlet. A range of integrated appliances include NEFF induction hob, inset in the beechwood work surface that extends to provide excellent preparation space. A double eye level electric oven, with a combination microwave is seen to the side. A full height integrated fridge/freezer and separate full height integrated freezer, is incorporated in the design and integrated dishwasher with a further space and ventilation for another appliance. A useful central workstation island (that is portable) includes additional storage below. Attractive ceramic tiles extend across the floor area, which continues into a superb family and informal seating area. A full height store cupboard, is to one side. Sliding doors open onto the patio area offering a wonderful outside entertaining area with views across the garden and open countryside. The main kitchen opens into a utility room with a further range of storage units and preparation work surfaces over. Space and plumbing is available for a washer/dryer. An external door opens out to a small side courtyard and seating area with access through a pedestrian door to the detached double garage. The main sitting room is exceptionally spacious with an abundance of natural light flowing in from all windows to the front, side and rear of the house. There are lovely views out across the main garden on to open countryside beyond. Beautiful solid oak flooring extends across this area to offer colour and warmth to the room. A central feature is a large wood burning multi fuel stove set on a slate hearth with oak mantle over. Double doors open into the dining room to create an extended entertaining area with the solid oak flooring continuing through. A large picture window enjoys views out across the back garden. On the first floor the principal bedroom is exceptionally spacious and light. Access to one side leads into a well-appointed dressing room. A full range of bespoke fitted drawers and full height hanging wardrobes (all with lighting), provide superb storage. Beyond is an en-suite shower room with a large walk-in shower to the side. GARDENS AND GROUNDS The property is located in the heart of this popular village and can be found off a quiet, country lane with a private access approach that leads through a gated entrance, continuing on to a large, gravelled driveway with ample turning and parking space. A substantial detached double garage, including two up and over doors is seen to the side. This includes power and lighting with a side door access. The front garden area is a private space bordered by established clipped hedging. An area of lawn to the front includes attractive trees offering dappled light. Established borders continue around the side and follow along to the front of the house that are filled with a wide collection of shrubs, spring bulbs and flowers offering colour and interest. A small terraced area to one side is laid with flagstones and is a perfect seating area to enjoy the front garden. A gated side entrance gives access to the main garden to the rear. The main garden to the back of the house is very private and protected by a variety of mature ornamental trees and shrubs that provide a form of hedging in part. Two spectacular cherry trees are a key focal point in spring with beautiful blossom. The patio area runs along the rear of the house with a small water feature giving further interest and is a superb entertaining space. The main lawn area is bordered by further established flower beds with a pergola to the far side that is covered by an established vine and provides a wonderful seating space to enjoys the rest of the garden and open countryside beyond. SITUATION Coppice View is situated in the popular village of Stoke St Mary, which is particularly favoured with a thriving community, many local clubs, organisations and amenities to include public house and village hall. In the nearby village of Thurlbear can be found a highly regarded primary school. The village is particularly popular due to its convenient location and is easily accessible to Junction 25 off the M5 Motorway. Taunton, the county town, provides a comprehensive range of recreational, scholastic and shopping facilities as well as a main line railway station and M5 Motorway interchange. SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil central heating. LOCAL AUTHORITY Somerset Tax Band F ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE EPC Rating C