6 bed detached house for sale

Beckington, Frome, Somerset BA11

Eastcote, parts of which date back over 400 years, is a substantial six-bedroom detached house that has been thoughtfully extended and stylishly refurbished in recent years. Recent improvements include external insulation to the rear elevation and the repointing of the roof ridgeline and chimney in 2026.

The heart of the home is the impressive architect-designed kitchen, completed in 2021, featuring bespoke cabinetry, oak flooring, Smeg appliances, a large central island and sliding doors opening onto the terrace and gardens. A utility room and pantry provide excellent practical space. The accommodation also includes a dining room with period fireplace, a welcoming sitting room with wood burner and reading nook, a versatile snug/ playroom, and a spacious WC incorporating an original well.

The first floor offers a family bathroom, principal bedroom with dressing room and en suite, a further double bedroom and a nursery/bedroom. The second floor provides two additional double bedrooms, a study area, and a further room currently used for storage, which could alternatively be used as an additional bedroom or converted into a bathroom, subject to the necessary consents.

Beyond the kitchen, large glazed doors open onto a paved terrace, creating an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining. Oak doors provide access to the garage, which offers useful storage and has power for an EV charger. The beautifully landscaped gardens have been thoughtfully designed by an rhs trained gardener and are arranged around a south-facing lawn with mature borders, specimen trees and a curved brick pathway. A productive kitchen garden includes raised vegetable beds, a greenhouse and a garden shed.

Eastcote is situated on Warminster Road, on the western side of the village. Beckington is an attractive historic Somerset village, approximately 3 miles north of Frome and 12 miles south of Bath. It has a particularly good collection of old stone houses, pubs and the ancient Norman church of St. George's. The village has two excellent public houses, a lovely Cafe /Deli and the award winning Whiterow Farm shop is on the edge of the village. There is a good selection of state and independent schools nearby, with further options available in Bath. Regular bus services run to Bath and Frome, while the nearby stations at Bath and Westbury provide direct rail services to London.