A four bedroom, three reception room detached home which has never been on the open market before and is now ready to be taken on its next journey. The property has 0.5 acres of gardens, double garage with a room over the top, and stunning views, and is peacefully located in the desirable village of South Stoke, just 3.4 miles from the heart of Georgian Bath.

The vendor says: “The house has been extended over the past 60 years that we have lived here. It has been a very happy home for the children and grandchildren. It was originally built as a single storey house in 1920’s, so every room has good proportions with high ceilings. The house is approached along a very quiet lane and into the drive. The double garage has a room above, where we used to have a large train set laid out for the grandchildren to play with. The porch takes in the wonderful views over the valley towards Longleat, the Mendips and Westbury White Horse. A double bedroom to the right takes advantage of these glorious views and also has two built in wardrobes. Opposite this is a second double bedroom which is dual aspect and has the original 1920’s fireplace. The spare bedroom has the original fireplace as well and lovely views over the garden and an en suite shower room. The family bathroom is very spacious with a bath and separate shower. The dining room is next to the kitchen which has a gas fired navy blue Rayburn as well as a separate cooker, and there is a granite worktop. The spacious living room has a large picture window with magnificent views and also a balcony, and a log burner. We extended this room so it has been the scene of many parties over the years, easily accommodating thirty guests, who in fine weather can go out into the south west facing garden via the conservatory, or out onto the balcony. There is also a large garden room with glass on two sides, and a utility room for dealing with muddy boots and dogs coming in after a walk, and with plumbing for the washing machine.”

“We extended up into the roof making a huge light room which has ample room for a double bed and single bed and is lit by three velux windows. There is a study at the front with the fabulous views, and on the landing is the boiler and airing cupboard. A walk-in storage area is also under the eaves.”

“The garden has several garden rooms, including a sunken garden at the front surrounded by an old stone wall which is full of roses and well established shrubs. There are apple trees and a lawned area that has been the perfect space for children’s games over the years. There are also his and hers greenhouses and a summerhouse as well as a shed. A gate allows additional vehicle access to the garden.”

South Stoke is a sought after village with a strong community spirit. The village pub, The Packhorse, was built in the seventeenth century has excellent food and a lovely garden and is 0.1 miles’ walk from the house. There is an active church, St James’s, with a family service once a month and the Village Hall is the venue for Art Classes, Singing Groups, Pilate Classes and History Lectures. The village holds a traditional village fete once every two years and a village summer barbeque on alternate years. There are also seasonal events – for example Harvest Festival and Christmas Canapes.

The village benefits from ‘No Through Traffic’ but Bath is easily accessible: it is only 0.9 miles to the large Sainsburys on Frome Road. Excellent schools are within easy reach, with Come Down Primary School (Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted) 1.5 miles away, Ralph Allen Senior School is 2.2 miles away and Beechen Cliff School is 2.3 miles away, Monkton Combe School is 2.4 miles away and Prior Park School is 1.7 miles away. The centre of Bath with all its unique shops, galleries, bars and restaurants is 3.4 miles away. The location of this flexible family home has been perfect, in a charming, friendly village, with beautiful country views and walks, but also within such easy reach of the World Heritage city of Bath.

Additional Information
Tenure: Freehold
Utilities: Gas, electricity
Drainage: Mains
Local Authority: BANES
Council Tax: G