Property description
Detached five/six bedroom period Bath stone house renovated and presented to a high standard. This spacious property offers two reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, study/bedroom six, family bathroom, two en-suite shower rooms, additional separate shower room, utility room, garage, parking, gardens and swimming pool.
The Barn House is a seventeenth century property located in the village of Shaw, Wiltshire. Bought by the current owners two and a half years ago, the property was in need of significant renovation. Rachel, Jonathan and their three children moved into The Barn House and lovingly restored it with the help of skilled workmen and superior materials. The result is a low maintenance property with a high quality finish and beautiful period features. The Barn House is full of character. It is made from natural Bath and Cotswold stone with mullion windows, but its not listed, which is a great plus. says Jonathan.
One of the things we were first drawn to was the location. We wanted a home that was very close to Stonar School, an international independent equestrian school that our children were attending. It is only 2 miles from the house, says Rachel. The location and the sheer size of the property is wonderful; it is like three houses in one! The main lounge in the east wing, which is our favourite room, is 84 square metres with a vaulted ceiling and wooden beams coupled with a second lounge in the west wing with an open fire, means that when you have a large family and other relatives to stay, everyone can enjoy their own space.
"The Barn House not only benefits from a quaint village setting, but is merely a 15 minute drive from the centre of Bath. We have everything on our doorstep. There is a Waitrose and a Sainsbury's within 5 minutes of the house. It's great for those who have animals and love the outdoors: there are good routes for bike riders along the canal and the open fields behind us are perfect for walking the dogs, says Rachel. Marco Pierre Whites restaurant, Pear Tree Inn, is 2 miles away. It is excellent value for money and a lovely place to go at the weekend or in the evening.
The property benefits from 5 bedrooms and separate accommodation in the form of Barn Lodge which currently has a king size bed and sofa bed, with en-suite facilities. The Barn House is practical and would suit a large extended family.
You enter the property through electric gates and proceed through the original coach house entrance. That leads you into the courtyard and from there you can access the large L shaped manicured lawns. There is a good sized heated swimming pool tucked behind the house, says Jonathan. It is wonderful in the summer and a helpful space to entertain family and friends.
The current owners have transformed The Barn House into a period home that suits modern family living. Rachel and Jonathan hope that a large family will enjoy and appreciate the sheer size and versatility of the property.
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Property Features :
- Detached Bath stone property
- Two reception rooms
- Kitchen/breakfast room
- Five/six bedrooms
- Study/bedroom six
- Garage and parking
- EPC Rating: F