Location
Situated between the outskirts of the Georgian village of Larkhall and Bailbrook and Batheaston's Swainswick, Austin Gate is just over a mile from the Georgian centre of Bath. Local amenities, including an excellent village centre with theatre, chemist, post office and mini supermarket are available in Larkhall.
Bath is a World Heritage Site famed for its Roman heritage and Georgian architecture that offers a wide variety of cultural, leisure, sports and shopping facilities along with a mainline rail link to London Paddington (journey time approx. 90 mins) and Bristol Temple Meads (journey time approx. 15 mins). Junction 18 of the M4 is approximately 10 miles north
Description
Austin Gate is a magnificent Neo-Georgian family home built to the highest standards, located in the esteemed and sought-after development 'The Elms', built by Redcliffe Homes in 2005. This exquisite property was originally the show home for this exclusive and modern development and is presented to an exceptional standard throughout. It features an elegant yet contemporary style that creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for family life and weekend entertaining. It is a true modern classic.
The entrance hallway of Austin Gate boasts a stunning stone floor and a superb bespoke oak staircase that spans across the first and second floors. To the left of the hallway is a reception room with double-aspect windows that provide plenty of natural light and a magnificent stone fireplace. Behind the reception room is a comfortable garden room that offers breath taking views of the private lawns. The family dining room is located between the drawing room and the kitchen, creating an excellent flow of ground-floor accommodation. There is also a study/office and cloakroom situated off the entrance hall.
The designer kitchen/breakfast room is one of the main features of the house. It boasts polished granite work surfaces and stainless steel Miele appliances, including an induction hob and American-style fridge freezer. The centre island breakfast bar and high gloss units by Italian manufacturer Errebi add to the luxurious look of the room. Next to the kitchen is a useful utility room with a door leading outside.
The upper two floors of Austin Gate house five bedrooms, two of which feature en suite shower rooms. There are also two family bathroom suites featuring Villeroy and Boch sanitary ware, fitted furniture, and stylish contemporary decor. The principle bedroom suite and guest suite are complemented by an exceptional first-floor terrace that overlooks the stunning gardens.
Austin Gate is graced by a large and private landscaped garden with a patio dining area protected by mature trees. A triple-sized garage with electric up-and-over doors and additional outside parking for numerous vehicles is also present and electric gates to the front. The house is enclosed to the front by wrought iron railings and is approached by a communal brick block driveway with pretty and well-maintained borders throughout the private estate.