Property description

A delightful property built around 2003 with generous accommodation including: Hall, WC, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Utility, Master Bedroom Suite, 5th Bedroom, Bathroom and on the first floor 3 further bedrooms and a 3rd bathroom. Mature gardens, garaging and parking.

THE GARDEN HOUSE, ABBEY ROAD, CHILCOMPTON, SOMERSET, BA3 4HY
Between Bath, Wells and Bristol.An absolutely charming property within its own beautiful grounds towards the outskirts of this popular village. The Garden House was built around 2003 but sits comfortably in mature grounds and has the charm and peaceful atmosphere usually only found in far older properties. This tranquility is complemented by its sensible and attractive design which provides generous accommodation with all the principal rooms being south facing. A separate garage block provides garaging and storage. It's also worth noting this is a handsome building with possible potential for conversion to home office accommodation or a granny annexe - subject of course to all planning consents being obtained. The property is greatly enhanced by its landscaped gardens with lawns, brick garden walls and magnificent trees. The grounds total around half an acre.

About the Area
Chilcompton is a popular village well away from major road routes and with a range of amenities including a church, a well regarded primary school, small supermarket, post office, surgery, petrol station, pubs, playing fields and dog walks.The major centres of the area are all within easy reach and include - Wells 8 miles, Bath 13 miles, Bristol 19 miles and Frome 11 miles. These provide an extremely wide selection of cultural, social, sporting and recreational facilities.High speed rail links to London Paddington are available from Bath Spa and Bristol Temple Meads with a journey time from 90 minutes. Bristol International Airport is only 17 miles away. The area is renowned for its range of good state and independent schools. These include Writhlington, Downside (within walking distance), Wells Cathedral School, Millfield and many in Bath and Bristol.

Accommodation
The property is located on the southern outskirts of the village in notably mature grounds. The vendors' family having built the Garden House in the grounds of their former period home, The Grange.A gravelled drive sweeps in through the lawned grounds to an ample parking area in front of the garage. The house is very attractive with many pleasing architectural details not least being the central timber framed 2 storey gable flanked by several gable windows set within the roof.Internally the house has great charm and benefits from double glazing and gas central heating with radiators and underfloor heating. A central hall has a fine staircase to a galleried landing and also useful storage cupboards.

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The very impressive sitting room has a high pitched and panelled ceiling with full width windows south facing and with a french door into the garden. There's also a Jetmaster open fire and fitted bookshelves - altogether a delightful room.Adjacent is the large kitchen & dining room which having a double aspect is light and airy. It has a good range of fitted units and a gas fired Aga.At the rear of the hall is a useful utility room with a separate cloakroom.An inner hallway leads to a bathroom and a 5th bedroom (or study). At the end of this hallway are a master bedroom with fitted furniture and its own adjacent bathroom.

First Floor
On the first floor is a spacious galleried landing. This leads to 3 further bedrooms and a 3rd bathroom.

Outside
The Garage block is also an attractive timber framed building with a tiled roof and it provides 2 open fronted garages and a store/workshop.The gardens of the property are extremely well landscaped and maintained and are very special. In front of the house is a formal well stocked garden bounded by brick and stonewalls. At the rear of the house is a paved courtyard.The remainder of the gardens are lawned with mature trees and hedges which give great privacy.

Directions
From Wells - approach Chilcompton from Emborough crossroads, past the Old Down Inn on the left hand side and continue into Chilcompton, past the Texaco garage and take the next fork right signpost Stratton on the Fosse. Continue until the road bends to the right - Rock Road - and take the first left into the property.From Bath head south on the A367 and continue on this road for just under 11 miles. At the roundabout take the 3rd exit on to the B3139 Wells Road in to Chilcompton. Turn left on to the B3356 Rock Road and The Garden House will be found on the left.

Important Notice
IMPORTANT NOTICERoderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.

To View, Please Contact The Agents
Roderick Thomas1 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SRTel: 01749 670079 Email: info@roderickthomas.co.ukwww.roderickthomas.co.uk

Property Features :

• An absolutely charming property within its own beautiful grounds.
• Set towards the outskirts of this popular village.
• Built around 2003, but has the charm and peaceful atmosphere usually only found in far older proper
• This tranquility is complemented by its sensible and attractive design.
• Generous Accommodation.