£350,000
5 bed terraced house for saleCombeland Road, Alcombe, Minehead TA24
5 beds
1 bath
4 receptions
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About this property
Grade II listed period home dating back to the early 1800s
Former Esville House and the historic Handy Shop with over 200 years of local history
Five generous bedrooms plus a substantial loft room
Four versatile reception rooms offering flexible family living
Large workshop/showroom with outstanding potential for a variety of uses (subject to any necessary consents)
Spacious accommodation extending to approximately 2,849 sq.ft.
Enclosed garden offering endless scope to landscape and personalise
Convenient location close to schools, shops, amenities, Minehead and the seafront
A unique restoration opportunity requiring updating throughout, offering exceptional potential to create a truly special home
Occupying a prominent position in the heart of Alcombe, this remarkable Grade II listed home is a property unlike any other. Dating back to the early 1800s, it has played an important role in the area's history, originally known as Esville House before becoming the much-loved Handy Shop, serving generations of the local community. Today it presents an exceptional opportunity for a new owner to breathe new life into this fascinating period home.
Offering almost 2,850 sq.ft. Of accommodation, the property provides an abundance of flexible living space that could suit a wide range of buyers. Full of character and original features, it now requires updating throughout, creating the perfect blank canvas for someone looking to restore a historic home while tailoring it to their own tastes and lifestyle.
The accommodation is incredibly versatile, with multiple reception rooms providing space for family living, entertaining, working from home or hobbies. One of the property's standout features is the impressive workshop/showroom, formerly part of the village shop, offering endless possibilities for those seeking studio space, a workshop, home business, creative pursuits or additional living accommodation, subject to any necessary planning permissions and listed building consent.
Upstairs are five well-proportioned bedrooms together with a family bathroom, while a substantial loft room on the second floor provides further versatile space, ideal for storage, hobbies, a games room or potential future conversion, subject to the relevant permissions.
Outside, the enclosed gardens offer an exciting opportunity to create attractive outdoor entertaining areas, landscaped gardens or productive growing space. With plenty of room to transform, they perfectly complement the generous accommodation inside.
The property occupies a convenient position within Alcombe, close to local schools, shops, supermarkets and everyday amenities, while Minehead town centre, the beautiful seafront, Exmoor National Park and excellent transport links are all within easy reach.
Properties of this size, history and versatility rarely become available. Whether you're searching for an impressive family home, a restoration project full of character or a property offering flexible space with huge potential, this is a truly exciting opportunity.
Please refer to the floor plans for the full layout and room dimensions.
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