Flatwoods Road Claverton Down, Bath
£1,750,000

Description

A beautifully presented five bedroom double-fronted detached family home set towards the end of this very peaceful private cul-de-sac. Built in the 1930’s it is a much loved family home which has only ever been on the market once previously back in 2002 when the current owners purchased it. During their ownership they have extended the property quite considerably to now provide in excess of 2,500 Sq.Ft. of accommodation. It makes for a perfectly spacious family home with accommodation across three floors, home office/study spaces, two bedrooms with ensuites and plenty of storage space. The property is located towards the end of a private road which backs onto open National Trust fields, woodland and farmland. A very peaceful situation and being in a private road there is a genuine sense of community making it a safe and secure place to reside.

You approach the property across a sweeping stone chipped driveway which provides parking for numerous vehicles and ample turning space. Once inside you enter into a small porch which leads you through another door into the hallway. The hallway is lined with solid wooden flooring and provides access to sitting room, dining room, kitchen diner, snug, door to the study area and stairs to the first floor. The sitting room is to the front aspect with large bay window, feature fireplace with log burner and glazed door to the side aspect leading to a path in the garden. The dining room is also to the front aspect with large bay window, feature fireplace with log burner and could have others uses as a music room. The snug is a cosy place to sit and relax with glazed door to the side aspect and opening up onto the kitchen. This could double up as a dining room if required.

The kitchen diner is a very good size with large dining area with double doors to the garden and fully fitted kitchen. The kitchen area is fitted with wooden wall and floor units with granite worktop, inset Butlers sink, Lacanche oven with gas hob and extractor above, space and plumbing for a dishwasher and fridge freezer. There is a central island with worktop and further storage cupboards, drawers and shelves. A door leads to a utility room with wall and floor units with wooden worktop, inset sink, space and plumbing for a washing machine, space for fridge/freezer unit and a door leading out to the rear garden patio area. Back to the hallway and a door to the right of the stairs leads you through to another small hallway which provides access to the garage, study and WC/shower room.

The study is a comfortable and peaceful room overlooking the rear garden patio area through glazed double doors. The shower room is fitted with walk-in shower cubicle, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. A further door leads you into the garage which is a very good size with ample storage. This area of the property could be adapted to provide separate annex living with its own private access.

Stairs lead you up to the first floor and the open landing provides access to four bedrooms, family bathroom and stairs to the second floor. Bedroom one is a great size double room with windows to the rear aspect overlooking the garden and the fields beyond. It provides built-in wardrobes and an ensuite with bath, shower overhead and glass screen, washbasin and WC. Both bedrooms two and three are very good size double rooms with large bay windows to the front aspect. Bedroom four is currently used as a study room but could be considered as a small double room. The family bathroom is fitted with bath with shower overhead and glass screen, with washbasin, WC and heated towel rail.

Further stairs lead you up to the second floor loft conversion where the landing leads you to the right into the bedroom/living space and to the left with a further bathroom. The bedroom is a very good size providing sleeping space and a living room area with rooflights offering beautiful far reaching rural views and ample eaves storage. The bathroom is fitted with bath, large walk-in shower with glazed screen, washbasin, WC, heated towel rail and rooflights. Externally to the rear of the property is a large stone slab patio seating area overlooking the garden. The garden is laid to lawn with new and established trees, shrubs and fully stocked beds. There is side access to the front via both aspects of the house.

Location

This property is well positioned for Ralph Allen School, Monkton Combe School, King Edward's and Prior Park School. Whilst also conveniently located for The University Of Bath, Wessex Water and Combe Grove Manor Spa Hotel. The property is situated half a mile to the east of the highly desired village of Combe Down. Combe Down's rewarding valley top position provides stunning panoramic views of the city to the north with equally gratifying views of the Cotswold valleys to the south. The surrounding area cultivates ancient woodland which is the home of unique and local flora and fauna. The village itself has a very high sense of community spirit and self sufficiency. With local amenities providing every level of schooling and childcare, dentists, pharmacies and 'outstanding' surgery.

Also within the village there is a highly reputed car garage, award winning delicatessen, hair salon, beauty therapist, bakery, and Nisa mini-market. Locally a Tesco Express with petrol station and a large Sainsburys supermarket can also be found within 2 miles. Every level of schooling is provided in the local vicinity with three nurseries, two primary schools, Ralph Allen senior school and four independent schools in Prior Park, Monkton Combe, King Edward's and Paragon. Nearby you will also find the excellent holistic country club Combe Grove Manor, which provides holistic treatments, dining, gymnasium, swimming facilities and tennis courts.

The local bus service is in close proximity providing half hourly services into the city. For the walkers among you Bath Spa station is approx. 2 miles from the property and you are also afforded a plethora of countryside walks into an 'area of outstanding natural beauty' literally across the road. The location of this property will certainly suit anyone with links to the nearby University or Wessex Water. The University is 0.9 mile by road or 0.8 mile following the Bath Skyline route on foot or by bike across open fields.

Bus Services

As the owner of this property you will be entitled to a free bus pass for the Wessex Water bus service to and from the city.

Services

Mains gas, electric, water and drainage.

Tenure

Freehold

Stamp Duty

There could be £123,750 Stamp Duty payable upon completion.

Council Tax

Band -

EPC Rating

Band - TBC (EPC ordered)

Viewings

This property is marketed by TYNINGS Ltd as a sole agent and viewings are strictly by appointment only. All viewings are accompanied and by prior arrangement. Please contact us to arrange a viewing.

Disclaimer

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