Set on the edge of Exmoor National Park in the quaint West Somerset village of Withycombe is this period detached cottage that once operated as a post office.

The home is a 16th century Grade-II listed property with a beautiful thatched roof.

The property is approached from the lane through a cottage gate and up a winding footpath leading to an oak framed porch and stable style front door. Entry leads to a small entrance hall which in turn leads into the living and dining rooms.

Access can also be gained from the rear of the property, where you are presented with a generous sized lobby with a double-glazed window allowing in plenty of light. There is also a cupboard for storing shoes, coats and umbrellas.

Moving from the lobby you enter the utility room, where access to the downstairs shower room, the kitchen/breakfast room, and the dining room can be accessed. 

The utility room is equipped with a sink, has counter space, and can be accessed from the side of the property.

As you move into the dining room, the character features are something to be admired, with original ceiling beams, a large open fireplace with an old worldly ornate surround. 

The dining room offers plenty of space for large family dining, and further room for furniture such as armchairs and sideboards. The large window also allows in lots of natural light, with views of hedges to the side of the property.

Seamlessly flowing from the dining room to the conservatory via glass double doors, you find yourself at the rear of the home standing in a bright open conservatory with views to the large garden and beyond.

The conservatory offers a summer oasis allowing in direct sunlight and warmth. Which also enables the sun to warm up the room on those chilly days in the Autumn and winter months, keeping the conservatory a usable space throughout the year.

As you move into the next room from the dining room, the sitting room, you pass the staircase which is situated between both rooms and leads to the three bedrooms upstairs.

Directly opposite the staircase, you will find the rear door to the property, which includes a country-style stable door, as you exit you stand in a delightful outdoor porch.

The sitting room is a generous sized room with ample space for a large sofa and armchairs, boasting views across the rear garden.

Ornate features are carried from the dining room into the sitting room, including the original beams, large original fireplace with wood-burning fire, and ornate glass wall which separates the kitchen from the sitting room.

The country-style kitchen features a range of "antique pine" bases and wall units, as well as granite work surfaces. There is also a large Belfast-style sink with a mixer tap, integrated fridge, part tiled surrounds, and an Alpha oil fired cooker which provides central heating and hot water. 

The ornate exposed beams continue in this room, as do the timbers and pillars.

Taking the spiral staircase to the first floor, you will find a generous landing area that provides access to three bedrooms, and allows in plenty of natural light. Bedroom four is located in the annex.

Another ‘mini’ stairs elevates you to the master-bedroom, which is a dual aspect room offering views to the side and rear of the home. 

Bedrooms two and three are of a similar size of each other, with both having pleasant garden views and room for double beds.

Before you enter into the family bathroom, a useful cupboard is situated in the corner of the landing, allowing for storage of fresh towels or other soft fabrics.

The family bathroom offers plenty of room with fitted panelling throughout, and a raised built-in bathtub with a telephone style tap and shower head. 

This property would be a perfect fit for someone who works from home as you have access to a large office and outhouses. 

You access the office via an external door next to the garage; the office also has internal access to the garage.

Access to the annex is via an entrance porch with bench seating and double doors. The annex living room/kitchen enjoys views towards the sea and with a stone fireplace and accompanying wood burner, a range of heavy pine base and wall units with peninsular bar and beaded edge tiled working surfaces.

Also in the annex living room/kitchen is a Belfast-style sink with mixer tap, integrated electric hob with extractor canopy, oven, fridge, part tiled surrounds, plumbing for a washing machine, exposed ceiling timbers, storage heater and fitted carpet.

Bedroom A or bedroom four in the annex is a double aspect room enjoying similar views, exposed ceiling timbers, stained floorboards and it also has a door to a box room.

The annex space is conveniently fitted with a shower room with a three piece comprising of a low level WC with concealed cistern, vanity wash basin with cupboards underneath, and airing cupboard with factory insulated cylinder and immersion heater.

The rear garden offers room for a growing family or those seeking to increase their outdoor space. 

Various paths in the garden lead off to many other garden areas which include a large lawn with inset trees, shrub borders, a summer house with delightful views towards the sea and a five-bar gate which provides access to a lane.

The garden contains two former stables which are currently being used for equipment storage. 

The stables would make a suitable space to be transformed into a studio/workshop (subject to usual permissions). The stables area also has pedestrian access into a lane.

The gardens offer plenty of privacy and from parts of the garden there are wonderful views over the village towards the coast.

Council Tax: Main house - Band E, Annexe - Band A.

The house is currently being marketed by Fine & Country Minehead, and is on the market for a guide price of £725,000.

To book a viewing visit: https://www.fineandcountry.co.uk/minehead-estate-agents/property-sale/4-bedroom-detached-house-for-sale-in-minehead-withycombe-west-street/3054730