Property description
\"Buckingham House\" is a FABULOUS GRADE II LISTED REGENCY property which is being offered for sale for the first time in around 23 years. This classical home, sits along the ever POPULAR Hill Road within a stroll of a number of great restaurants, wine bars and boutique shops. From this ELEVATED POSITION the VIEWS are breathtaking extending down the coast to the Quantocks and the islands of Flathom and Steepholm. The accommodation with its BEAUTIFUL PROPORTIONS and carefully preserved Regency features provides EXTENSIVE LIVING and FABULOUS BEDROOM accommodation, whilst on the lower ground floor, there is scope to create a self contained flat, subject to the necessary planning consents or to use as a commercial premises with direct access from Hill Road. The GARDENS step up in a series of wonderful terraces each facing south and enjoying these very special views.
Accommodation (all measurements approximate)
GROUND FLOORA Regency veranda extends the full width of the house. Pass under the beautiful scalloped canopy to a classic Regency door. Step into a light and elegant:
Reception Hall
Decorations include ceiling coving, moulded skirtings and dado rail. At the far end of the hall a sweeping staircase winds its way up to both first and second floors and a further staircase drops down to the basement accommodation.
Sitting Room - 17' 9'' x 15' 5'' (5.41m x 4.70m)
A beautifully proportioned room with very elegant decorations which include the ceiling cornicing and high moulded skirtings. Two pairs of french doors complete with working shutters open out onto the veranda and both enjoy magnificent views down the channel. Shelved recesses with cupboards beneath sit either side of the most beautiful white marble fireplace which now accommodates a woodburning stove.
Kitchen/Dining Room - 16' 0'' x 12' 0'' (4.87m x 3.65m)
Fitted with a range of cupboard and drawers units with tiled working surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink unit. There is plumbing for the dishwasher, space for an electric oven and plenty of space for a large freestanding fridge/freezer. Views extends down into the courtyard. Decorations include ceiling cornicing.
Study - 13' 4'' x 12' 0'' (4.06m x 3.65m)
A grand room with surrounding ceiling coving, moulded skirtings and an excellent bookcase which extends completely along one side of the room.
Bathroom
Double ended roll top bath on claw and ball feet, bidet, pedestal washbasin and traditional WC. Ladder style radiator. Views down into the courtyard.
FIRST FLOOR
Half landing. With a door opening into the beautiful gardens.
Shower Room
With shower, oval washbasin on a beechwood effect plinth and WC. Ladder style radiator.
Full Landing
With a gallery above the main hall. Ceiling cornicing.
Drawing Room - 23' 10'' x 15' 4'' (7.26m x 4.67m)
This is a spectacular room. With three sets of classical Regency windows complete with their working shutters, with views south down the coast towards the Quantock Hills and the island of Steepholm. This very beautiful room has retained so much of its original charm with its ornate ceiling cornicing and a rather grand white marble fireplace which sits at the far end of the room. Stripped pine floorboards and deep skirtings.
Bedroom 2 - 15' 2'' x 9' 8'' (4.62m x 2.94m)
With a great view of the garden. Stripped pine floor. Decorations include ceiling coving and moulded skirtings. There is access to the airing cupboard and a further built in wardrobe.
SECOND FLOOR
Landing with a beautiful gallery and a great view of the gardens. Generous walk in storage cupboard which also provides access to the roof space.
Master Bedroom - 15' 5'' x 15' 5'' (4.70m x 4.70m)
Measurements include a fine range of built in wardrobes. There is a pair of attractive Georgian windows enjoying perhaps one of the greatest views in Clevedon, looking almost south down the coast to the island of Steepholm, the Quantock Hills and on a clear day Birnbeck Pier at Weston. To your right these views even extend across to Wales. Beautiful polished oak floor which extends into the:
En-Suite Shower Room
With a corner shower, bidet, WC and washbasin. Spotlighting.
Bedroom 3 - 13'9\" max 9'0\" min x 12'4\"
An attractive room with built in wardrobes. Access to the roof space. With a spectacular aspect of the gardens.
Bedroom 4 - 11' 5'' x 8' 7'' (3.48m x 2.61m)
Once again enjoying a special view down the coast.
LOWER GROUND FLOOR BASEMENT
NB. With double doors opening directly out onto Hill Road. This would even make a great commercial premises and so private from the house. There is a good deal of scope for those who are looking for suitable business premises, combining a home with work. There is also the potential of converting this considerable area to a self contained flat, subject to the necessary planning consents. At present the accommodation extends to:
Room 1 - 16' 0'' x 12' 0'' (4.87m x 3.65m)
Located at the back of the house and used as a utility with plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer and a sink unit. There is also access to the Vaillant gas fired central heating boiler. A part glazed door opens out onto a pretty courtyard at the back.
Room 2 - 15' 2'' x 9' 8'' (4.62m x 2.94m)
An inner room with attractive recesses.
Room 3 - 23' 8'' x 6' 9'' (7.21m x 2.06m)
With velux windows and french doors opening out onto Hill Road. Two doorways open to a further area with a WC and with scope to provide further accommodation.
Room 4 - 11' 5'' x 8' 7'' (3.48m x 2.61m)
At present an inner room.
Additional Space
There is considerable space not included in these dimensions.
OUTSIDE
A stunning stone patio extends out from the front of the house passing under the veranda with its beautiful scalloped canopy. Beyond this an artificial grass lawn. This is a great position to enjoy the day's sun and to experience the delights of Hill Road.
The Main Gardens
The gardens are a real jewel in the crown. Walking you through them, you enter onto the first terrace with a flagstone path and a series of steps which curve up to a pretty lawn. At this time of year a garden seat, sits under a Lilac tree which was in full flower and an arching framework passes overhead adorned in Jasmine and Honeysuckle. Passing by the tree Fern and Bamboo you extend up to the next terrace with access to a garden shed. Passing beyond through banks of Lavender and an Arum Lily in full flower. The next series of steps take you up to the gravel garden large enough to entertain your friends and family; pause for a minute and look south over the roof of the house and enjoy the panoramic vistas that extend from the Mendip Hills to the channel, the islands of Flathome and Steepholm and the Welsh coastline. Wow what a view. A semi circular patio is a great place to enjoy tea. The next series of steps and a winding path lead you to two areas of kitchen garden ideal for those home-grown salads and vegetables. There is a further gravelled area providing the highest view and a great reward to greet you at the top. From the upper level of garden a pretty arched gateway leads out onto a path which joins with the Zig Zag and extends up to Dial Hill which gives you a second option for parking.
Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: North Somerset Council Tel: 01934 888888
Council Tax Band: F
Energy Rating:
Services: All mains services connected with the gas fired central heating boiler located in the lower ground floor/basement room 1.
All viewings strictly by appointment with the agent Steven Smith Town and Country Estate Agents Ltd 01275 877771
PLEASE NOTE: 1. Items shown in photographs are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may be available by separate negotiations. We often use a panoramic photo of a location. This is not a view from the property.2. Any services, heating systems, appliances or installations referred to in these particulars have not been tested and no warranty can be given that these are in working order. Whilst we believe these particulars to be correct we would be pleased to check any information of particular importance to you. 3. We endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable but they should not be relied on as statements or representations of fact and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The seller does not make any representation or give any warranty in relation to the property and we have no authority to do so on behalf of the seller. 4. The photographs may have been taken using a wide angle lens.5. Please contact us before viewing the property. If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. 6. Any floor plans provided are not drawn to scale and are produced as an indicative rough guide only to help illustrate and identify the general layout of the property 7. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations, listed buildings or other consents have been obtained. These matters must be verified by any intending buyer8. References to the tenure of a property are based on information provided by the seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor
Property Features :
- Classical Grade II Listed Regency house
- Stunning sea views
- Looking principally south
- Fabulous terraced gardens
- Five generous bedrooms