Lower Writhlington, Somerset

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1 The Old Rectory Lower Writhlington, Somerset

2 The Old Rectory Lower Writhlington, Near Bath, Somerset A handsome former Rectory with a Georgian façade situated in the delightful hamlet of Writhlington. The property boasts many character features along with wonderful views across valleys and woodland. Ground Floor Entrance Hall Kitchen/Breakfast Room Drawing Room Dining Room Sitting room Music Room Utility/Laundry Room Cellar on the lower ground floor First Floor Landing Master Bedroom with En-suite Five Further Bedrooms Family Bathroom Outside Double Garage Driveway Front and Rear Gardens South facing Terrace Area In all 0.7 acres Bath 7 Miles Wells 14 Miles Bristol 17 Miles Frome 7 Miles

3 Situation The Old Rectory, in the hamlet of Lower Writhlington, is situated in the picturesque Wellow valley between the Cotswold and Mendip Hills, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nearby Georgian City of Bath offers an array of cultural, recreational and educational amenities and is famous for its stunning Georgian architecture, boutique shops, festivals and fine dining. Also within the area lies the Cathedral City of Wells with its twice weekly markets as well as a number of smaller market towns, the up and coming town of Frome and historic Bradford on Avon is only a short drive away. The popular Hotel and Private Members Club of Babington House is just 3 miles away. Both Bath (7 miles) and Trowbridge (11 miles) offer mainline rail service to London Paddington and M4 (junction 18) is just 18 miles distant. Bristol Airport is also just 18 miles away. There is a wide range of well regarded local schools for both from the state and private sectors. Writhlington secondary shool is a short drive from the house. There are a number of private schools nearby including Prior Park and King Edwards in Bath, as well as Downside School at Stratton on Fosse and Wells Cathedral School. All Hallows in Cranmore and Millfield School in Street. Many of the schools operate a bus service. The area is well known for its many and varied sporting and leisure facilities. Writhlington Sports Centre which boasts superb modern facilities including 4 in-door tennis courts is on the door step. There are a number of local horse riding centres and the area is also popular for walking and cycling (The Colliers way cycle path is located only a moment from the house which offers 23 miles of wonderful cycle path) Sailing and fishing can be pursued at Chew Valley Lake. Other leisure centres can be found at Bath, Frome, Midsomer Norton. Orchardleigh Golf Course is conveniently located close by and horse racing enthusiasts are catered for at Bath and Wincanton racecourse. The House The house is an attractive Georgian grade 2 listed six bedroom property built with Bath stone elevations and enjoying views across a pleasant wooded valley. The Old Rectory succeeds in retaining its original period charm and provides excellent accommodation for modern day family living or extravagant entertaining. The prominent period flourishes and features have been beautifully preserved and sit well alongside the new addition of a large family kitchen. The property enjoys well-proportioned accommodation and a room of particular note would be the music room with wonderful high ceiling and large gothic windows with original working shutters and a gothic door. All four reception rooms boast traditional fireplaces of the era. These rooms also enjoy a wealth of period features such as sash windows, high ceilings, decorative cornicing and

4 ornamental alcoves and original shutters and wooden floors. The principal rooms such as the Drawing room and Dining room are situated at the front of the house enjoying the fabulous far-reaching views over the valley. The new kitchen/breakfast room which complements the house perfectly is well equipped with bespoke units and textured granite work surfaces. There is a two oven Rayburn which sits in an old fireplace with a stone surround and the wonderful flagstone flooring runs through both the kitchen and sitting room. The kitchen is full of natural light from the glass roof crown. There are stone steps leading down to the cellar which with good head height and stone flooring provides the perfect atmosphere for storing wine. There is also a WC and Utility/Laundry room on the ground floor. On the first floor is master bedroom also enjoying the views of the valley and benefits from a luxurious ensuite bathroom and a further large room used as a dressing room. There are four further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Grounds The gardens surrounding the property are well kept with a large level lawn at the front which makes the most of the outstanding views. There is a south facing terrace and a children s play area to the side and rear of the house. There is a stone built double garage currently used as a utility room/gym. IMPORTANT NOTICE Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2SE wells@killens.org.uk Killens and their clients give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representation of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and any plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Killens have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

5 q General Information Tenure Freehold Services Mains water and electricity. Private Drainage. Oil fired central heating. Local Authority and Council Tax Bath and North East Somerset Council Telephone Council Tax Band E Energy Performance Certificate If not viewed online a copy of the energy performance should be enclosed with this brochure or can be found at Viewings Strictly by appointment with the Vendors agent Killens Fixtures and fittings All those items usually regarded as retained to the vendors are specifically reserved out of the sale. Directions From Bath take the A367 on the Peasedown bypass. After the Mercedes Garage roundabout take the first left in to Braysdown Lane. Follow the lane down the hill going under a railway bridge and over Wellow Brook then fork right in to Church Hill. After 400 yards the driveway for the property can be found on the left. Postcode BA3 5TZ

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