This charming five-bedroom cottage sits in a quiet location in the small village of Thurloxton, which lies between Taunton and Bridgwater, and is set at the foot of the Quantock Hills.

The finely-presented family home has been completely renovated and extended in recent years and is superbly appointed throughout.

Somerset County Gazette: Pictures: Stags, Taunton

Inside, the sitting room is a generous bright space with an open fireplace with an inset wood-burning stove. The substantial kitchen/dining room has a light and airy triple aspect and is beautifully fitted with modern grey high gloss cabinetry with wood effect work surfaces and a range of integrated appliances. French doors open to the rear terrace with steps leading up to the main garden.

On the first floor, there are five bedrooms, each with a pleasant outlook, and a luxury family bathroom. The principal bedroom benefits from a stylish ensuite bathroom and dressing room.

Somerset County Gazette: Pictures: Stags, Taunton

Outside, the south-facing rear garden has a large, paved terrace, ideal for al fresco dining, and a landscaped area laid partially to stone chipping and partially to lawn with flower borders and picket-style fencing. There is an additional area of garden laid to lawn with raised vegetable beds and an open aspect onto fields.

The property comes with a large private parking area, a detached double garage/workshop and is offered with no onward chain.

Thurloxton, Taunton

Guide Price: £475,000

Agent: Stags

Agent's Tel: 01823 256625