Property description
An extraordinary property situated in an extraordinary plot. Occupied by the current owners for over 25 years, the property has been sympathetically extended and maintained to create a spacious family home in beautiful grounds of around 2.2 acres. Six bedrooms and six bathrooms, EPC Rating E.
DESCRIPTION 'Still Meadow' is an extraordinary property situated in an extraordinary plot. Occupied by the current owners for over 25 years, the property has been sympathetically extended and maintained to create a spacious family home in beautiful grounds. The current owners have run a very successful Bed & Breakfast business for many years. More details available upon request. The grounds cover around 2.2 acres, and provide gardens, vegetable plot, a wooded area and a wildlife meadow, pavilion, a 'Rotunda' style garden building for entertaining and ample parking. The property offers extensive accommodation with all but one of the six bedrooms having en-suite facilities. The ground floor offers a very large farmhouse style kitchen and five reception rooms.
THE ACCOMMODATION The property has an extensive entrance hall, with the principal rooms set off. The accommodation includes a large farmhouse style kitchen, with an extensive range of hand built solid ash floor and wall units, an Aga finished in white, fitted dishwasher, fridge and separate oven and hob providing additional cooking facility. There is a central island with polished granite work surface over. Leading on from the kitchen is the well-appointed utility room with connecting door to the double garage. Also on the ground floor is the large study, the family/TV room, a lovely sun room with doors onto the terrace, a dining room and the generous drawing room with Minster stone fireplace. The first floor has a generous landing, six bedrooms and six bathrooms (five of which are en-suite). The upper floor enjoys views over the garden and grounds and the adjoining open countryside and the village.
OUTSIDE 'Still Meadow' is approached via an extensive driveway which leads to the ample turning and parking area. There is a double integral garage with an up-and-over door and power and light.
The timber built pavilion overlooks the wild flower meadow garden, and provides either a super studio space or entertainment area. There is a 'Rotunda' style gazebo, with seating and table, this adjoins a patio area and is a wonderful outside area for barbecues and garden parties. There is a further terrace adjoining the house. The garden offers lawned areas, a wild flower meadow (designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), a small wildlife pond, a wide variety of mature trees and shrubs and a vegetable area. At the far end of the garden is a small wooded coppice and two garden stores.
LOCATION The property occupies a lovely position in the heart of this popular Wiltshire village, just over a mile from the ancient market town of Bradford on Avon offering many restaurants, shops and recreational walks. There is an Infant and Junior school nearby and the property is also within the catchment area for St Lawrence Senior School, whilst King Edward, Monkton Combe and Prior Park College are all excellent private schools within easy reach. The doctors' surgery, general store, post office, pub, farm shop and village hall are all a short walk away. There is a bus stop at the property's gate for services to Bath or Bradford on Avon and trains from Bradford on Avon to London and West Country stations.
The World Heritage City of Bath, famous for its beautiful architecture, iconic sites and fascinating history, is just 6 miles distant and offers a wide variety of shopping, universities, sporting and cultural amenities. The commuter will be pleased to note that Junction 18 of the M4 gives access to London, North Bristol, the Midlands and South West (via the M5). Bath Spa Station with trains to London Paddington (taking approx. 90 mins).
The historic market town of Frome is approximately 12 miles away and offers many notable buildings which features the highest number of listed buildings in Somerset. Frome is also known for its small independent shops, artisan street markets, festival and cultural venues.
AGENTS NOTE The current owners have run a very successful B&B business from 'Still Meadow' for many years and a new Purchaser may wish to continue this. Further details are available upon request.
Property Features :
- Outstanding property
- Set in 2.2 acres
- Six bedrooms
- Six bathrooms
- Large kitchen/breakfast room
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