Harvester Close, Galhampton

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 3

Agent: Roderick Thomas - Castle Cary Phone: 01963 392983

<p><strong>1 HARVESTER CLOSE, GALHAMPTON, SOMERSET, BA22 7GA</strong></p><p><br/></p><p>1 Harvester Close is an impressive three-bedroom home within an exclusive development in Galhampton, surrounded by the rolling Somerset countryside.</p><p><br/></p><p>The property combines traditional materials with clean architectural lines and an exceptionally high standard of finish. Sustainable construction, carefully considered glazing and contemporary interiors create a comfortable and energy-efficient home designed for modern living.</p><p><br/></p><p>The accommodation includes an entrance hall, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, study, cloakroom, utility, three spacious double bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms. </p><p><br/></p><p>Externally, there is a beautifully landscaped garden with a large sunny paved terrace and excellent views of the adjoining countryside.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Accommodation</strong></p><p>Built from a mixture of local natural Hadspen stone, lime-wash render and modern cladding, beneath a natural slate roof, the property has a striking, attractive design which sets the tone for the accommodation to follow. The house has been constructed with energy efficiency at the forefront of its design, ensuring that running costs and emissions are kept to a minimum.</p><p><br/></p><p>The front door sits beneath an illuminated contemporary porch and opens into a welcoming reception hall. At the heart of the house is a magnificent open-plan kitchen, dining and living room, beautifully proportioned and filled with natural light. French doors open directly onto the flagstone terrace, providing an easy connection between the house and garden.</p><p><br/></p><p>The kitchen is fitted with Shaker-style cabinetry, square-edged Corian worktops and an excellent range of appliances, including a Siemens induction hob with integrated extractor, oven and fridge freezer, together with a Caple dishwasher. There is a neatly positioned breakfast bar and ample room for both relaxed and formal seating in the dining and living areas.</p><p><br/></p><p>Also on the ground floor are a study, a well-positioned utility room with direct external access and a separate cloakroom. Attractive stone flooring extends throughout, with underfloor heating providing warmth and comfort.</p><p><br/></p><p>Upstairs are three generous bedrooms. Two have their own en-suite shower rooms, while the third is served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom. Each bathroom has been finished in a crisp contemporary style with high-quality sanitaryware, heated chrome towel rails and illuminated mirrors. Worth of note are the exquisite countryside views to the north and west aspects, a rarity in a newly built property.</p><p><br/></p><p>Considerable attention has been paid to both the finish and performance of the house. Its energy-efficient credentials include an air source heat pump, solar panels with battery storage, underfloor heating and UPVC double glazing, while superfast fibre broadband supports the practical demands of modern life.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Outside</strong></p><p>The enclosed garden enjoys an attractive rural outlook and includes a flagstone terrace adjoining the house. External lighting, double electrical sockets and an outside tap are provided. The rest of the garden is laid to lawn, and bound by a Hadspen stone wall with additional fencing, offering both style and privacy. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong><em>About the area</em></strong></p><p><em>Galhampton is an attractive and well-connected Somerset village, surrounded by gently rolling countryside yet conveniently placed for Castle Cary, Bruton, Sherborne and Yeovil. The village has a strong sense of community, centred around its modern village hall and playing field, together with a chapel and the popular Orchard Inn, a family-friendly country pub serving locally sourced food and ales. Galhampton Village describes itself as a small but active rural community of around 400 residents.</em></p><p><br/></p><p><em>The nearby village of North Cadbury provides a well-regarded primary school and pre-school, while further everyday amenities can be found in Castle Cary. This charming market town has a varied collection of independent shops, delicatessens, cafés, pubs, restaurants, a doctors’ surgery and other essential services. The fashionable town of Bruton is also within easy reach and is renowned for its restaurants, independent shops, cultural venues and the internationally celebrated Hauser & Wirth gallery.</em></p><p><br/></p><p><em>The surrounding countryside provides excellent opportunities for walking, riding and cycling, with Cadbury Castle, traditionally associated with King Arthur’s Camelot, forming one of the area’s best-known landmarks. Also nearby is The Newt in Somerset, with its magnificent gardens, woodland, farmland, restaurants and farm shop.</em></p><p><br/></p><p><em>Local state schooling includes North Cadbury Church of England Primary School, rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection, and Ansford Academy in Castle Cary. Independent schools within reach include King’s Bruton, Hazlegrove, Millfield and the renowned schools at Sherborne.</em></p><p><br/></p><p><em>Communication links are excellent. The A303 is readily accessible at Sparkford, providing a direct route towards London and the South West. Castle Cary railway station offers direct services to London Paddington, Bath, Bristol, Exeter and further afield, making Galhampton particularly appealing to those seeking country life without isolation.</em></p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Services</strong></p><p>Mains water, drainage and electricity. Solar PV panels with battery storage. Air source heat pump. EV-charging points.</p><p><br/></p><p>Tenure: Freehold.</p><p><br/></p><p>Energy Performance Rating: A</p><p><br/></p><p>Council Tax Band: E</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>What.3.Words</strong></p><p>///<a target="_blank" href="https://what3words.com/afterglow.play.meaning">afterglow.play.meaning</a></p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Important Notes</strong></p><p>Please see all the notes below – particularly the section referring to identity and AML requirements</p><p> </p><p><strong>Identity verification & Anti Money Laundering (AML) Requirements</strong></p><p>As Estate Agents we are require by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property.</p><p>We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify the purchaser(s) identity.</p><p>The cost of these checks is £60 (inc. VAT) per person. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information forms completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both sellers and buyers and their respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Property Details</strong></p><p>Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Viewings</strong></p><p>Interested parties are advised to check availability and the current situation before travelling to view any property.</p><p>All viewings are by appointment with the Agents.</p><p>Roderick Thomas, 2 High Street, Castle Cary, BA7 7AW</p><p> </p><p>P.S. </p><p>A few extra comments</p><p>Mortgages – we can help. </p><p>Bridging loans – We can help.</p><p>Moving house is complicated and stressful when a sale and purchase needs to be tied together in terms of finance and timing.</p><p>Sometimes, we can negotiate an agreement that suits both sellers and buyers.</p><p>Sometimes, a bridging loan can solve problems and remove stress.</p><p>Call us for information on any of these points.</p><p><br/></p>