Property description
A beautifully and lovingly renovated 1930's detached country house set in just over 3.2 acres of manicured gardens and adjoining land which is ideal for anyone wanting to have livestock or a horse, located on the edge of the picturesque Somerset/Wiltshire border.
DESCRIPTION A beautifully and lovingly renovated 1930s detached country house set in just over 3.2 acres of manicured gardens and adjoining land which is ideal for anyone wanting to have livestock or a horse, located on the edge of the picturesque Somerset/Wiltshire border. The accommodation is arranged over two floors and provides spacious, well-proportioned living space and many original features including parquet flooring, picture rails, bay windows and doors. There is ample parking via the sweeping 'in and out' driveway for a number of vehicles and a triple garage with power, light and an electric up and over door.
The property comprises a wide entrance porch leading to the hallway with original and restored parquet flooring and additional storage underneath the stairs. There is a separate family room with a beautiful feature red brick fireplace with a wood-burner inset, built-in book cases and a bay window decorated with plantation shutters.
A generous dining room with sisal carpet and views over the front gardens. Beyond the dining room is a grand, light and tastefully decorated drawing room measuring approx. 21ft. This key room features a large bay window flooding the room with light, fitted with white shutters, glazed French doors opening with an aspect to the gardens and grounds beyond and a hand built red brick fireplace and surround with a traditional multi-fuel burner inset.
At the rear of the property is the superb country style kitchen which provides a wonderful family living space. The kitchen includes a range of contemporary fitted wall and base units in a Shaker style with solid granite work surfaces, an efficient electric four oven Aga, walk-in pantry, plus space for a good sized dining table. At the foot of the kitchen is an open plan double glazed conservatory enjoying plenty of natural light, a tastefully integrated window seat with storage, pleasant views and French doors to the gardens and grounds beyond. In addition to the kitchen there is a separate utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, built-in dresser, downstairs WC and access to a small utility garden.
There is one main staircase leading from the hallway to the first floor. There are five well-proportioned bedrooms. The spacious, dual aspect master bedroom provides built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room and views overlooking the gardens. There are three further double bedrooms, one with a private balcony and a single bedroom with built-in storage. The main family bathroom is also to be found on the first floor and is complete with a three piece white suite, including a separate bath and shower and a large airing cupboard.
OUTSIDE There are well maintained gardens to the front and rear of the property with a block paved sweeping driveway providing parking for a number of vehicles and a small lawned area with two mature trees. There is also a detached triple garage to the side with an electric roller door, power and light. To the rear is a fully enclosed cultivated and mature garden bordered by mature trees and a large paved seating area that provides a super space for alfresco dining.
LAND A track leads from the side of the property and a hard standing. Stabling can be found in the right hand corner of the land and consists of two timber built stables and a tack room to the side, built on a concrete apron. The land totals 3.27 acres in all is level and bordered by mature trees and hedges.
LOCATION Frome is a historic market town with many notable buildings and features the highest number of listed buildings in Somerset. Frome offers a range of shopping facilities and is known for its small independent shops, artisan street markets, festival and cultural venues, a sports centre, several cafés, a choice of pubs, local junior, Steiner Academy, middle and senior schools, theatres and a cinema. It has thriving arts and vibrant music communities. Private schools are to be found in Wells, Bath, Warminster, Cranmore, Beckington, Glastonbury and Street. Bath and Bristol are within commuting distance, and the local railway station connects at Westbury for London, Paddington.
Property Features :
- Detached 1930´s Home
- Family Room
- Drawing Room
- Dining Room
- Study
Property Info: