Redbridge Cottage, Rudge Road, Standerwick BA11 2PT 749,950
Redbridge Cottage, Rudge Road, Standerwick BA11 2PT Reception room, sitting room Living room, study Garden room, dining room Kitchen, walk-in fridge Utility room, downstairs shower Four bedrooms, family bathroom Attic room (office/study) Detached garage (3 bay) Cinema room over garage Extensive garden and grounds Ample parking, garden store Description Redbridge Cottage combines an extensive history (c.1390) with beautifully executed contemporary design and comforts. Situated in the tiny hamlet of Standerwick, not far from the towns of Frome and Warminster and within commuting distance of Bath, this property really should be seen to be fully appreciated. As well as the main house with accommodation arranged over three floors, there is also the 3 bay detached garage building with cinema room over. Features include original cruck beams and the fantastic luxury of a walk-in fridge. This is a lovely family home, with room to work from home if required. Viewing Strictly through Cooper & Tanner on 01373 455060
The Accommodation The ground floor is extensive, starting with a reception room which has a large and beautiful stone fireplace. Adjoining this is the sitting room, also with a stone fireplace. Adjoining is the garden room, glazed to two sides with a view across the garden. The centre of the house provides a third reception room and a very useful study. The dining room adjoins the kitchen which has an wide range of floor and kitchen units, an Aga finished in cream and polished granite work surfaces. The luxurious walk-in fridge provides an outstanding kitchen storage facility. Finally on this floor there is a beautifully appointed shower room and a separate utility room. The first floor provides four bedrooms and features original cruck beams. There is a second luxurious bathroom on this floor. Finally, on the top floor there is the attic room, providing a useful study or playroom. This room, like other parts of the house features some lovely original timber beams. Outside The property is approached via a five bar gate with a long drive leading to the parking area. There is ample parking for many vehicles, and room for boat or caravan storage if required. The detached garage block provides one single and one double bay, on the first floor is the cinema room that could be used for other purposes if required. The gardens offer extensive lawns, mature natural screening and a variety of mature deciduous trees. Location The hamlet of Standerwick is situated around the A36 south of Bath, which is just 13 miles away. The village has a friendly pub and the excellent farmers co-operative, Mole Valley Farmers, where you can purchase a huge selection of goods. Nearby is the award winning Whiterow Farm Shop, with a first class butchery, fishmonger, bakery and delicatessen. The thriving village of Beckington is close by and offers a lively Anglican church, two public houses, tennis, football, and cricket clubs, village hall, village school and the Springmead private day nursery and prep school. Recreational facilities locally are good with Babington House, golf, fishing, tennis, shooting and beautiful open countryside all on the doorstep.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: These particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract. All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, warranties and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. Area and Sales Plans The area and the sale plan have been calculated and produced using Promap mapping software (Ordnance Survey Licensed) and referenced where possible to the HMLR Title plan, however they may not correspond with other mapping services. The boundaries are clearly marked on site and potential purchasers should inspect them and make such enquiries as they deem necessary.
Education There is a wide range of excellent schools in the area both state and private sectors including Downside, Millfield, Wells Cathedral School, Bruton School for Girls and Kings School at Bruton, Warminster School as well as Springmead and All Hallows prep schools. Additionally, Bath schools are accessible via bus from Beckington. Tenure Freehold. Services Sewage treatment plant, mains water, electricity and BT are all connected. Water softener. Heating Oil fired central heating. Under floor heating. Supplemented by solar heating. Local Authorities Mendip District Council, Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 5BT Tel: 01749 648999 Council Tax Band: G EPC EPC not required as property is listed. Directions Standerwick is to be found about 3 miles outside the market town of Frome. Look for the Bell Inn and take the adjacent road, signposted Rudge. Drive along this road for a ½ mile and the property will be found on the right hand side. QHE Ref: 10769 November 2015.
6 The Bridge, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1AR Tel: 01373 455060 E: frome@cooperandtanner.co.uk