Detached house for sale in Englishcombe Lane, Bath BA2

This glorious Edwardian house has been well maintained and updated with features such as detailed cornicing and ceiling roses to the primary reception rooms. The panelled front lobby with cloakroom, opens to a magnificent reception hall. The drawing room with its feature oriel window and a wood burner has a set of folding doors opening to the withdrawing room with fitted cabinetry and side bay window. A dual aspect sitting room provides access to the rear terrace with an impressive fireplace and mantel shelf with tiled slips and hearth. The dining room looks out to the rear, with further fitted cabinetry. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a comprehensive range of granite topped cabinets and an island unit with conventional cooking appliance, in addition to an Aga. There is ample table space plus a large pantry providing extra storage and a sink. Doors to the front and rear gardens along with roof lights at the rear create a light and airy room. The first floor comprises a substantial principal bedroom with an oriel window, an en-suite bathroom and fitted dressing room. There are four further bedrooms and a bathroom on this floor. The second floor has two additional en-suite bedrooms and a fully fitted utility room, this completes what is a capacious family home.

Outside

The front garden is laid to lawn with mature shrub planting and a hedge. Steps ascend from a private drive to the front terrace with a portico and retaining wall and bench seating. The rear is attractively terraced with a pathway and landscaped stone steps to the raised rear lawn with a southerly aspect. To the side is a pathway with pergola leading up to a greenhouse. Further raised seating areas make the perfect setting for alfresco dining. There is a detached double garage with vehicular access via the shared drive to the side.

Situation

Located on the southern slopes of the city this area is extremely popular with families with its ease of access to a good selection of schools. Beechen Cliff, Moorland and Hayesfield Schools are all within walking distance and private schools, such as Prior Park College and King Edward's School are also close by. Local amenities, found in Bear Flat include a small supermarket, popular pub, fine dining restaurant, pharmacy and various others for day to day needs with a regular bus service to the centre of town and Bath Spa Railway station. Direct routes are offered to Bristol and London Paddington, with Bristol International Airport 20 miles drive away.

Additional Information

Services: All mains connected. Council Tax Band G.