3 bedroom mews

Description

Dating from 1720 ‘Avondale’ was formerly the home of characters as illustrious as: the novelist LP Hartley (‘The Go- Between’), the anti-slavery campaigner William Wilberforce and Dr William Oliver the originator of the ubiquitous ‘Bath Oliver’ biscuit. It was more recently a popular and well know hotel and restaurant converted in 2007 by developers ‘Broadway Heritage PLC’ into a charming riverside development of seven two and three-bedroom homes. These include five luxury apartments in the original Georgian house and two self-contained two storey ‘mews style’ houses, of which No.7 is the larger. With its distinct and innovative ‘Upside down’ layout the property makes the best of its tranquil and idyllic riverside surroundings. An imposing flight of steps leads to the front door and shaded loggia overlooking a manicured shared garden down to the river and boat house. Boasting a stunning drawing room and fitted kitchen/dining room this breath-taking home effortlessly combines an elegant and contemporary specification with consistently well-proportioned accommodation including three ground floor double bedrooms (one with en-suite shower room) and bathroom. The property also has two allocated parking spaces and is offered with no onward chain; early viewing comes highly recommended.

Location

‘Avondale’ is situated on the eastern outskirts of the World Heritage City of Bath in the picturesque village of Batheaston.The village enjoys a number of local amenities including a doctor’s surgery, vet, mini supermarket and fish and chip restaurant. Central Bath is approximately two miles distant and provides a full range of shopping, leisure, cultural and sporting amenities. These include the Theatre Royal, Thermae Spa and Baths and an excellent choice of bars and restaurants. Alternatively, the more intimate and charming market towns of Bradford on Avon, Corsham or Chippenham are all nearby. Commuters will be pleased to note that Junction 18 M4 will be found at Tormarton 10 miles to the north accessing London, North Bristol and The Midlands and Southwest via the M5. Bath Spa station offers a mainline rail-link to London (Paddington) taking approximately 70 minutes.