A charming detached period cottage occupying a secluded position on the edge of the highly sought-after Quantock village of Spaxton. Sitting within generous  gardens and grounds, with substantial attached garage and private drive.

PROPERTY 
Crowlink is a delightful detached period cottage, believed to date back to the 1800s (with later additions). Enjoying a private setting along a country lane, the property lies on the fringes of this popular village. The current owners have cherished Crowlink as a family home for over 40 years, during which time they have undertaken significant improvements and thoughtful extensions.

More recent additions include a spacious kitchen/dining room, utility area, and a substantial attached garage with adjoining workshop/store. The property now offers superbly versatile accommodation throughout, all complemented by beautifully maintained and expansive gardens and grounds.

The accommodation includes main reception (currently used as a home office) with a useful cloakroom and WC off to one side.
Picture windows look out to the private gardens surrounding the house. An inner hall with staircase ahead and a full height book shelving running along one side.

An impressive open plan kitchen/diner includes a comprehensive range of wall and base units offering extensive storage. 
A range of integrated appliances include a Rangemaster  double Oven and a separate grill with LPG gas hob and stainless streel extractor hood above.
Integrated dishwasher and fridge. A ceramic sink is set within stunning granite work surfaces which extend across providing preparation space continuing to the breakfast bar area.
Attractive wood laminate flooring continues across out to a spacious dining area with bifold windows opening out to the main sun terrace.

Windows continue around looking out to the main garden and open countryside beyond. Beyond is a spacious utility room with overhead Velux window.  A range of base units with stainless steel sink and drainer and space for a washing machine under.
Shelving above completes the arrangement. There is access out to the front driveway and garden area. A further side door opens out to the rear garden. An inner door opens into the attached garage.

The other side of the hall leads into the main sitting room. An exceptionally spacious room includes many original features such as exposed ceiling timbers and a central inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove. An impressive bressumer oak beam overhead. A range of shelving and cabinet storage is seen at either end. Beyond continues into a useful craft room / studio with a small office to the side.

On the first floor the principal bedroom is spacious and light with views out the front and rear garden areas.
A door opens into the family bathroom including bath with overhead shower, basin and WC. A further door opens out to the landing area.
A run of bookcase shelving continues along with a linen cupboard to one side.

There are three further double bedrooms all include built in wardrobe storage and two with basins.

A large walk in shower cubicle is located to the far side.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS
Crowlink enjoys gardens and grounds of approximately 0.95 acres. The property is approached via a quiet country lane on the edge of the village, leading through a five-bar gated entrance onto a gravelled driveway providing parking for several vehicles.

A substantial attached double garage features an electric roller door, with power and lighting, as well as extensive overhead storage. The main control unit and meters for the solar panels are located on the far wall, and there is an internal door leading into the utility room. A large workshop/store with double doors is positioned to the side.

A pretty cottage garden with a seating area extends from the house, leading out to the main grounds, which are laid predominantly to lawn. The garden is interspersed with specimen native trees, including an attractive blackthorn. A right of access runs along the front boundary, leading to a neighbouring field.

A mature hedge borders the garden, extending to a wooded area along the far boundary. The property enjoys open farmland surroundings with far-reaching views towards Charlynch Church and across to the Quantock Hills.
A useful garden shed is located in one corner, beyond which lies a productive kitchen garden with several raised vegetable beds.
Pathways continue through a pergola, leading to the main garden, where established flower borders provide a variety of colour and seasonal interest. These surround a principal terrace and outdoor entertaining area.

To the side of the garage is a lean-to greenhouse.

Mature ornamental trees, including a magnolia with carpets of spring bulbs beneath and a Cedar of Lebanon, add further character.
In one corner stands a part stone and brick outbuilding with an adjoining log store, with the LPG tank positioned alongside.
A small strip of land opposite the main entrance is currently used for overflow parking but offers further potential, if required. (subject to PP)

LOCATION 
The property is idyllically positioned along a quiet country lane on the edge of the highly desirable Quantock village of Spaxton.

Surrounded by unspoilt countryside, it enjoys a peaceful and private setting within the foothills of the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty renowned for its rolling landscapes and far-reaching views.

Spaxton lies approximately 4 miles west of Bridgwater and around 7 miles north of the county town of Taunton. The village itself offers everyday amenities including a community shop and post office, while Bridgwater provides a more extensive range of shopping, leisure, and commercial facilities.

The surrounding area is particularly well regarded for its network of scenic footpaths and bridleways, offering exceptional walks with views stretching across southwest Somerset, towards the Bristol Channel, and even as far as South Wales on a clear day.

Educational provision is excellent, with a primary school in the village, a selection of well-regarded, state secondary schools nearby, and Taunton offering a choice of highly respected independent schools.

For commuters, the M5 motorway is easily accessible at Bridgwater (Junctions 23 and 24), while mainline rail services from Taunton provide direct links to London Paddington in under two hours.

Services
Mains electricity water and drainage
LPG heating
Wood burning stove
Solar panels - (average) Income received pa £314.00 (2020 - 2024)

Tenure Freehold

Local authority Somerset
Council tax band F

EPC band D

Agents note
A section of the garden is classed as agricultural land.

There is a right of access is granted to the owner of the adjacent field to maintain the field for agricultural purposes.

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