Hollow Road, Shipham

Beautifully combining character, craftsmanship and contemporary living, The Cottage is an exceptional detached home that has been thoughtfully renovated and extended to create a house that feels both individual and effortlessly welcoming. From the natural stonework and exposed oak timbers to the beautifully appointed kitchen and impressive vaulted living space, the attention to detail is evident throughout.

At the heart of the home is the outstanding kitchen, dining and family room. With its vaulted ceiling, exposed oak roof trusses and generous roof glazing, this is a wonderful space, filled with natural light and offering a real sense of openness. The farmhouse-style cabinetry, stone flooring and substantial central island bring together traditional character and everyday practicality, while the adjoining dining and seating areas create a natural gathering place for family life and entertaining. Bi-fold doors open directly onto the garden, making this a particularly inviting space throughout the seasons.

A separate sitting room offers a more intimate place to relax, centred around an impressive exposed stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove. The combination of the original-looking stonework, rich timber detailing and contrasting wall finishes gives the room a distinctive character, while doors opening onto the garden provide a lovely connection with the outside. A dedicated study is also positioned on the ground floor, ideal for those working from home, alongside a useful utility room and a downstairs cloakroom.

The first floor provides four well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite shower rooms, together with a beautifully appointed family bathroom. The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged, offering flexibility for family life, guests or those needing additional space.

Occupying the entire second floor, the principal suite is a real highlight. This wonderfully spacious retreat combines a generous bedroom with a separate dressing area and en-suite shower room. The vaulted ceilings, roof windows and charming dormer window create a lovely sense of space and individuality, with the bedroom tucked away from the rest of the house to provide a degree of privacy rarely found in a home of this kind.

Outside, the garden has been designed to complement the property, with paved seating areas, raised lawn and established planting providing an attractive setting without demanding excessive maintenance. The stone elevations and slate roof give the house considerable kerb appeal, while the gravelled driveway provides ample off-street parking.

The former garage has since been converted to create a versatile home office and gym, offering valuable additional space for modern living. Whether used for working from home, exercise, hobbies or a combination of purposes, it adds another useful dimension to the property.

What we love about the property... The Cottage is a home where the character of the original building and the quality of its more recent transformation sit comfortably together. With its striking open-plan living space, impressive principal suite and versatile converted outbuilding, it offers a particularly appealing balance of charm, space and practicality. 

Situation: Shipham is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and a highly sought after village, nestled in the picturesque Somerset countryside. It is well served by both primary and middle schools and is much sought after by those commuting to Bristol, as it offers all the advantages of rural living with many bridleways and footpaths, including the West Mendip Way which crosses the parish providing ready access to the hills and Mendip plateau, where there are extensive views across the Bristol Channel to the Welsh coast and Brecon Beacons beyond. Indeed, it is very well positioned for local transport links and the M5 motorway which is accessible via junction 20 at Clevedon, junction 21 at St Georges and junction 22 at Edithmead. Village facilities are available, including butcher/stores, garage, public house, hotel and further shopping facilities at nearby Winscombe and Cheddar. The new village hall (with its stage, sports hall, function rooms and kitchen) is a popular centre for a broad range of community events and activities for all ages. Private sector schooling is close by at Sidcot and the Downs School at Wraxall is within easy reach, as are Wells Cathedral School and Millfield. In the state sector, Kings of Wessex School (www.kowessex.co.uk) is nearby and for sports and recreational amenities, Churchill Academy is a drive away. The surrounding area is excellent riding country and is sure to appeal to equestrian enthusiasts and walkers. There is an international airport at Lulsgate and access to the mainline railway station at Yatton.

Directions: Coming from the Bristol direction on the A38 turn left, after the petrol station, signed for Shipham. Continue into the village past the school and take the next left, and keep left continuing up Hollow Road. The Cottage can be found at the end of the road on your right, next to the turning into Top Road. 

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Material Information: This property operates on an air source heat pump. Council tax band: F.  EPC Rating: tbc.