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Features and description
- Circa 1865, grade ii period town house over 4 storeys
- Desirable village location close to amenities
- Mitchell & dickinson restored sash windows
- Large open plan kitchen/diner
- Sunny flat lawned garden
- Stovax woodburner
- Engineered oak flooring
- Two bathrooms and wc
- Outbuilding with electrics and approved building regulations
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Setting the scene
Nestled on the northeast side of Bath, within a short distance from Solsbury Hill, you will find Northend village in Batheaston, offering a charming blend of tranquillity and convenience. Families are drawn to this idyllic location for its excellent schools, including Batheaston CofE school, “a warm, friendly and happy place where children thrive on the belief that their dreams and aspirations can be achieved.”
Food enthusiasts can enjoy the Gather a predominately organic café offering artisanal coffees, cakes and brunch, they host the occasional supper club too. Other amenities in the area include convenience stores, post office, fish and chip shop, vets, dentist, Boots Pharmacy and local doctor’s surgery.
For those on foot or cycling there’s easy access to the cycle path with scenic routes to Dundas, Bradford on Avon and Bath. There’s regular bus routes into the city centre, with bus stops near by.
Commuters can easily access the M4 motorway via the A46 and A4.
The property
This property is in the heart of a desirable village location, this CIRCA 1865 Grade II period townhouse stands proudly over four storeys, presenting itself as a timeless marvel of architectural excellence. Parts of this property have been meticulously restored including Mitchell & Dickinson sash windows that flood the interior with natural light, enhancing the elegant ambience of the space. The large open plan kitchen/diner adorned with the original fireplace sets the stage for convivial gatherings, while the Stovax wood-burner adds a touch of warmth and charm to the living room. Ascend the staircase to discover three double bedrooms, accompanied by two bathrooms.
Step outside into the sunny, flat lawned garden providing a serene setting for seamless outdoor living. A charming patio invites al fresco dining, while the enclosure of a small wall and fencing ensures a degree of seclusion and privacy. Delight in the easy maintenance of this garden, tailored for enjoyment rather than labour, with an outbuilding boasting electrics and approved building regulations, perfect for various uses. A wood storage area stands ready to supply the internal wood burner, offering the cosy comfort of a crackling fire on chilly evenings.
EPC Rating: D
Rooms
Reception Room 7.82m x 6.20m (25ft 7in x 20ft 4in)
As you enter this beautiful period town house built circa 1865, you will step directly into the open plan reception area, which has been lovingly upgraded to include ENGINEERED OAK FLOORING and BRONZE CAST IRON RADIATIORS. Imbedded in the chimney is a STOVAX WOOD BURNER. Large sash windows are placed either side of the room allowing light to stream in at different times of the day. The windows have been immaculately restored by MITCHELL & DICKINSON to INCLUDE SECONDARY GLAZING but retaining its original features and in line with Grade II building consent. There are alcoves and inbuilt cupboards for storage.
Kitchen/Dining Area 7.14m x 4.22m (23ft 5in x 13ft 10in)
The lower level contains the SPACIOUS KITCHEN and DINING ROOM with a SEPARATE WC. The multiple spot lights adds brightness and a modern contrast to the EXPOSED WOODEN BEAM. Perfectly usable in its current form with an opportunity for new owners to improve this space. The kitchen contains a multitude of cream cupboards providing ample storage, with black laminate surfaces. Featuring FREESTANDING DISHWASHER AND WASHING MACHINE (can be included within the sale) and INTEGRATED FRIDGE FREEZER and GAS RANGE COOKER. The dining area is perfect for entertaining with enough room to host a small sofa and a table to seat 8 .There's the original stone fireplace, with the opportunity to install a wood burner as the chimney has been opened. There's a glass panelled door that leads directly out onto the flat south orientated SUNNY rear garden, which has PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED FOR AN ADDITIONAL PORCH, details can be found on BANES planning portal.
Vault 2.36m x 1.83m (7ft 8in x 6ft)
This property was formally one of several merchant houses and the vaults were used to store non perishable goods for the workers. From the kitchen you can see out into the vault, which is currently used as a storage area. Subject to planning this area is prime for conversion (as per neighbouring properties).The downstairs WC was formally part of the vault.
Bathroom
A contemporary bathroom featuring a BATH with OVERHEAD SHOWER, sink and toilet. The walls and floors are adorned with POLISHED TRAVERTINE TILES. There's a SASH window, spot lights and built in shelving for storage. Hidden within the cupboard lies the Viessmann boiler, installed on 5th June 2021, ensuring efficient and reliable heating and hot water supply, marrying modern convenience with superior performance.
Bedroom One 4.27m x 3.58m (14ft x 11ft 8in)
This exquisite main bedroom boasts a BESPOKE WARDROBE meticulously crafted by a local artisan, whose unparalleled skill has graced esteemed clients such as the Rothschild family. Adorned with beautiful hinges and handles, every detail of this wardrobe exudes sophistication and elegance, elevating the charm of your personal space. There's original wood floors sanded and oiled. The Sash window in this room had been restored to include SECONDARY GLAZING. Adjoining the bedroom is an ENSUITE BATHROOM featuring a WC, vanity basin and enclosed SHOWER with overhead and handheld thermostatic shower. Decorative floor tiles and cream wall tiles add timeless sophistication to this space.
Bedroom Two 4.27m x 3.61m (14ft x 11ft 10in)
This spacious DOUBLE BEDROOM features an original sash window, flooding the space with natural light and offering a glimpse into the timeless beauty of the past. With ample room for free-standing furniture, you can personalise this sanctuary to suit your style and needs effortlessly. There's a lighting controlled dimmer switch, allowing you to create the perfect atmosphere for relaxation or productivity at the touch of a button. Additionally, access to the loft space provides added versatility, with a fully BOARDED and INSULATED area, boasting the maximum depth of sheep's wool in accordance with Grade II instructions.
Bedroom Three 3.43m x 2.77m (11ft 3in x 9ft 1in)
The smallest yet delightfully sunlit bedroom among the trio, this room graciously accommodates a comfortable DOUBLE bed. It is bathed in natural light, courtesy of two elegant SASH WINDOWS boasting a southerly aspect, this room offers picturesque views overlooking the lush garden below, infusing the space with a serene ambiance year-round.
Outbuilding/Office 2.74m x 2.54m (8ft 11in x 8ft 4in)
Built with full planning permission and listed building consent, this room is a wonderful addition to the property. Currently used as a home office it is FULLY INSULATED, with electrics.
Garden 15.19m x 4.47m (49ft 10in x 14ft 7in)
Picturesque outdoor haven, where tranquillity meets functionality in perfect harmony. Step into the sunny embrace of a FLAT GRASSED LAWNED GARDEN, with a charming PATIO for al fresco dining. Designed for easy maintenance, this garden is a sanctuary of relaxation rather than toil, allowing you to enjoy its splendour without the hassle. Ensuring relative privacy, the space is enclosed by a small wall and fencing, providing a sense of seclusion.
Conveniently tucked away is WOOD STORAGE , ready to house logs for the internal wood burner, adding cosy warmth to chilly evenings. A small path leads to the GARDEN OUTBUILDING or office, offering a serene retreat for work or leisure amidst the tranquillity of nature.
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