5 bedroom detached house

A substantial detached Victorian house situated in an elevated position with far-reaching views, swimming pool and tennis court, in about 13.9 acres of garden and grounds.

Description

Monkton House is a grand, detached country residence, situated in an elevated position approximately four miles south of Bath, nestled between the villages of Monkton Combe and Limpley Stoke. This historic family home is not listed and dates back to the mid-19th century and showcases traditional Bath stone exteriors beneath a slate-tiled roof. The impressive façades, adorned with fine architectural details, are a prelude to the generous proportions and elegant design of the interior spaces. Full of charm and character, the house blends period features seamlessly with modern fittings and furnishings.

Inside, the rooms are generously sized, beginning with an imposing reception hall that features a magnificent staircase leading to the first floor and an inviting open fireplace at its heart. Noteworthy among the spaces is the stunning drawing room, which was once two separate rooms now combined into one, featuring ornate cornicing, two fireplaces, and three bay windows that flood the room with natural light while offering superb views. The dining room provides a formal setting for entertaining with attractive bay window, while the office in between offers a delightful room from which to work, and direct access to the outside. The ground floor also boasts a cosy library/family room with wood burning fireplace.

A beautiful contemporary kitchen has been recently installed by the current owners and is located at the western end of the house. This magnificent space is filled with natural light from a newly installed lantern above, and contains a stylish shaker-style kitchen with large central island, dining area and a family area which enjoys the magnificent views down the valley. Completing the accommodation on this floor are a utility room, gym, and a separate WC accessed from the entrance hall.

On the first floor, the luxurious principal bedroom includes a large en suite bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. There are three additional bedrooms, each with en suite bath/shower rooms, along with a family bathroom and separate WC. The attic space on the second floor provides a further bedroom and bathroom, with delightful views of the surrounding landscape visible from most of the upstairs rooms. Also on the first floor, is a generous reception room, currently used as a games room with a bar, complete with a shower room allowing this expansive space to be potentially used as a bedroom suite if required.

Garden and Grounds

The property is approached via a long driveway, flanked on one side by paddocks and on the other by formal terraces and lawns. Ample parking is available for multiple vehicles, complemented by numerous stone outbuildings, including garden stores, a garage, wine cellar, pump room, and gardener’s WC.

The expansive grounds feature meticulously maintained formal gardens, terraces, secluded seating areas, paddocks, woodland, a tennis court, and a swimming pool with a pool house. The pool, located above the house, enjoys a picturesque setting with far-reaching views of the valley beyond, and the adjacent pool house includes a changing room and toilet. A standout feature of the property is its extensive water gardens, with interlinked pools, ponds, waterfalls, and fountains, adding a unique and dynamic element to the estate.

Monkton House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial country estate, complete with extensive gardens, grounds, outbuildings, woodland, paddock, swimming pool, and tennis court, all located just a few miles from the World Heritage City of Bath. Known for its Roman Baths, Georgian architecture, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions, Bath is also accessible via a nearby canal towpath, offering a scenic, level walk through the countryside.

Location

Monkton House sits in a superb elevated position overlooking Monkton Combe and Brassknocker Hill, approximately 4 miles south of Bath (via Brassknocker Hill). The property itself has good access to local road networks, and is approximately 14 miles from the M4 (junction 18). Bath Spa station has frequent services to London Paddington (from 75 minutes), Bristol (from 15 minutes) and beyond.

Bath is a World Heritage Site famed for its Georgian architecture and Roman heritage and enjoys a wealth of cultural, business and recreational facilities along with well-regarded schools in both the independent and state sectors and 2 universities.

There are many excellent local schools within 4 miles of Monkton House, including Freshford Primary, Monkton Combe School, Prior Park College, Ralph Allen School and Combe Down Primary School. Freshford Village is about a mile away, with a village shop, train station and the popular Freshford Inn.

Square Footage: 7,729 sq ft


Acreage: 13.9 Acres

Directions

From Bath travel south on the A36, the Bath-Warminster Road. Continue for approximately 5 miles until you see a signpost showing Monkton Combe to your right. Continue along the A36 and over the bridge, past Waterhouse Lane on the right. The road bears uphill and around to the left and then to the right, and the driveway is on the right hand side. Monkton House is situated at the top of the drive.