Compton Martin, Somerset

About the Property
This attractive period cottage offers a particularly appealing opportunity to acquire a characterful home in a beautiful Mendip village setting. The accommodation is arranged over two floors and is well proportioned throughout, with the layout making the most of the property's elevated position and views to the rear.
A particular feature of the property is the spacious sitting room, which retains a number of period features and provides a warm and welcoming central living space. To the rear, the kitchen/dining room enjoys a lovely outlook and opens directly onto the garden, creating a useful connection between the house and outside space.
The cottage is surrounded by attractive countryside, with far-reaching views over the rolling hills and a neighbouring field where horses can be seen grazing. Combined with its village location and character accommodation, the property offers considerable appeal for those looking for a rural home within easy reach of Bristol and Bath.
About the Inside
The property is approached through a front porch, with a useful utility room situated immediately to the left. From here, you enter the spacious sitting room, which is full of character and features an attractive inglenook fireplace housing a wood-burning stove, together with a period bread oven. The room provides a comfortable and inviting space for relaxing and entertaining.
Beyond the sitting room is a spacious ground-floor bedroom, with the bathroom also located on this level. The bedroom offers flexibility for use as a principal bedroom, guest accommodation or an additional reception space if required.
Upstairs, the staircase opens into a generous kitchen/dining room. This is a particularly pleasant room, with ample space for both dining and day-to-day living, while French doors provide direct access onto the rear garden and allow natural light to flood into the room.
The second bedroom is also located on the first floor and benefits from a built-in wardrobe, providing useful storage.
About the Outside
To the rear of the cottage is an attractive garden which takes full advantage of the property's position. A paved patio immediately outside the kitchen provides a natural area for outdoor dining and entertaining, with steps leading up to a larger lawned area beyond.
The garden enjoys a wonderful rural outlook, with far-reaching views extending across the surrounding rolling hills. A neighbouring field provides an attractive backdrop, with horses grazing nearby and adding to the property's peaceful countryside setting.
There is also access to a large resident parking area, providing convenient off-road parking for the property.
About the Area
Compton Martin is a picturesque village situated within the beautiful Chew Valley, surrounded by the rolling countryside of the Mendip Hills. The village enjoys a peaceful rural setting while remaining well placed for access to Bristol, Bath and Wells, making it an appealing location for those looking to combine village life with accessibility to larger centres.
The village has a strong community feel, with a village hall, post office, public house and the historic St Michael's Church. The surrounding countryside provides numerous opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring the Mendip landscape, with a network of footpaths and open countryside close to the village.
Chew Valley Lake and Blagdon Lake are both within easy reach, providing further opportunities for enjoying the surrounding countryside and outdoor pursuits. Bristol is approximately 10 miles to the north, while Bath and Wells are also readily accessible by road.
About the Auction
For Sale By Auction – Closes Thursday 17th December at 3:00pm
This property is offered for sale by online auction, providing an excellent opportunity to purchase a characterful two-bedroom cottage in the sought-after village of Compton Martin.
The online auction process allows prospective purchasers to register their interest, review the available legal documentation and place bids online during the auction period.
To register and bid, please visit:
killens.org.uk/auctions/online-property-auctions
Prospective purchasers are advised to review the full auction details and legal documentation prior to bidding and to ensure that they are in a position to proceed should their bid be successful.
Useful Information
Postcode - BS40 6JD
Local Authority - BANES
Council Tax - B
Energy Performance Certificate Rating - TBC
Services - Gas, electricity, water, mains drainage
Tenure - Freehold
Auction Link - https://tinyurl.com/2wzbn9x7
Viewings - Strictly by appointment with the Vendors agent Killens
Identity verification - Please note, Killens LLP are obligated by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulations checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property. We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £25 inc. VAT per person. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted, and our purchaser information form is completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both parties respective conveyancing solicitors.