Wheddon Cross, Minehead, Somerset

Enterwell Cottage is a detached, period property situated in the picturesque Quarme Valley, in the heart of the Exmoor National Park, surrounded by beautiful countryside and on the edge of woodland, with no near neighbours.

The property lies within easy reach of the historic market towns of Dunster and Dulverton, whilst the larger coastal town of Minehead, approximately 8 miles to the north, offers a more comprehensive range of shopping, schooling and leisure facilities. The area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and provides exceptional opportunities for walking, riding, cycling and outdoor pursuits. Nearby beauty spots include Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor, together with Wimbleball Lake and the dramatic North Somerset coastline. Despite its beautiful, rural setting, the area remains accessible, with Taunton and Tiverton both providing access to the M5 motorway and mainline rail services to London Paddington.

Believed to date from the 1880s, the property offers characterful accommodation together with beautiful gardens and delightful riverside surroundings. The ground floor comprises a welcoming sitting room with a wood-burning stove and direct access to the garden. There is also a separate dining room together with a spacious kitchen with ample fitted units incorporating a fridge and Cookmaster range cooker. Leading off the kitchen is the adjoining garage/utility area, providing space and plumbing for a washing machine and dryer. To the first floor, three bedrooms are arranged off the landing, all served by a family bathroom fitted with a bath and electric shower over.

The gardens are a particular feature of the property and provide a most attractive, riverside setting. Situated across the road is a delightful riverside garden through which the River Quarme gently flows, offering an idyllic setting for children paddling or simply relaxing beside the water. This area also includes a greenhouse, timber shed, summerhouse, vegetable garden and a variety of fruit and soft fruit plantings including gooseberries, raspberries and plum and apple trees. To the side and rear of the cottage, the beautifully landscaped terraced garden enjoys a wealth of colour and interest, with meandering pathways leading through formal rose gardens, wildflower banks, herb gardens and productive vegetable beds. Numerous seating areas have been thoughtfully positioned to take full advantage of the peaceful setting and attractive valley views.

To the front of the property, a private driveway provides off-road parking for two vehicles.

Services: Mains electricity, water by way of a private bore hole, septic tank drainage.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax: Band C
Local Authority: Taunton and West Somerset Council.