THE AGENT SAYS...
Looking for a project property? A house you can make your own without being constrained by the design choices of previous owners? Or perhaps a rental investment? Then 47 Lyme Road could be for you. This well-proportioned terraced cottage needs a complete refurbishment to bring it back to life, including adding a heating system, but with its good-size rooms, generous garden and great location, this could be a really lovely home.

THE PROPERTY
A small vestibule shelters the sitting room from the entrance. The sitting room is a fair size and could be improved by adding fitted storage in the alcoves either side of the fire. If desired, the vestibule could be removed and replaced with a more open room divider, to increase the sense of space while maintaining privacy from the street. The kitchen at the rear is a good-sized room, which has plenty of built-in storage. Removing the fireplace may offer scope to move the oven to the opposite wall and a better layout could be achieved with a peninsula/breakfast bar. This could also create a route to the bathroom (and out to the utility) that doesn’t pass through the kitchen workspace.

The bathroom is a really good size but does require attention and the separate toilet could perhaps be incorporated into the room as an improvement. The leanto/ utility is a useful addition, reducing the strain on space in the kitchen and also allowing extra light in.

On the first floor there are two double bedrooms. The attic room is accessible via bedroom 2.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS
The garden is unexpectedly large for a terraced property, and while in need of some cosmetic TLC, it has bags of potential. Its long length lends itself to division into different zones to add interest.

SERVICES
Mains water (no hot water connected), electricity and drainage.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
South Somerset District Council - Band B

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Current Rating - F