A Victorian semi-detached house with garage, drive and grounds of approx. 1 acre sat in an attractive setting
On the market for the first time in 40 years, Charlcombe Grange is this Cotswold stone, Victorian home that is the east wing of the original large country house, sat within approx 1 Acre of private and secure grounds. At the south-facing front, there's attractive Victorian fretwork on the gable and a conservatory with views across the gardens and the hills beyond. The front door is accessed inside the conservatory and leads to a spacious hall. Several useful utility rooms are off the hall, and there's access to a small, walled courtyard. The rest of the ground floor accommodation is up two steps to an inner hall with decorative tiled flooring and doors to the three living spaces. The kitchen has wooden units, a wooden suspended ceiling and an electric oven and hob; across the hall, the dining room has views of the garden. The sitting room has a generous ceiling height, floor-to-ceiling panelled windows with countryside views and a working periodfireplace.There are Victorian details throughout leaded glass windows on the stairway, picture rails, ceiling roses and solid period doors. There is a large unused cellar under part of the property, which currently has external access but could have developmentpotential. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a family bathroom, some with built-in wardrobes and a large cupboard in the hall. The principal bedroom has a curved ceiling with detailing and seating built into an oriel four-window bay; the views arewonderful.Gardens and GroundsCharlcombe Grange has double wooden entrance gates that open onto a large drive, with a double garage in one corner. Steps up from the drive cut across the lawn, with shed and walled boundary on one side, leading to the house. In the other direction, a gate opens onto the secluded south facing garden, which is sloped, mostly lawn, with trees and hedging forming its boundary.ServicesWe are advised that mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected to the property.Local AuthorityBath and North East Somerset - 01225 477000Council TaxBand GMethod of SaleWe are advised that the property is Freehold.ViewingsStrictly by prior appointment with the Knight Frank, LLP
Charlcombe Lane is in a sought-after location on the northern slopes, within 1.5 miles of Bath city centre. In an elevated position, the property has views of the Charlcombe Valley and surrounding countryside and is well positioned for walks and access to schools and the M4. A few minutes' walk away, there's a thriving community in Larkhall village. The 'high street' has a delicatessen, supermarket, book store, pharmacy and more – plus two pubs and a cafe. There's also a local theatre, community hall and several schools for all ages. Nearby Alice Park is a popular place for locals with a play park, tennis courts and cafe.