South Stoke, Somerset, BA2

A stunning detached five bedroom contemporary house set in the highly desirable village of South Stoke, just 3.4 miles from the centre of Georgian Bath, with superb views over the Midford Valley.

The vendor says: “It was the incredible views which initially drew us to the house, the rolling fields and views right over to the White Horse at Westbury are absolutely stunning. This traditional stone house was built in 1989, and we have entirely remodelled it during our eight year stay. The front door leads into a welcoming hall at the centre of the house with a new glass panelled and oak balustrade staircase wrapping round to two further floors. It is double height so feels very airy and spacious and has Scandi engineered pale limed oak flooring, which is throughout the ground floor except in the tiled utility room. The hall opens into a downstairs cloakroom and a study which looks out over the front of the house, with bamboos, box and flagstones. The rest of the downstairs is a large open plan living space designed to take advantage of the exceptional views. The kitchen is on the left hand side and as we both love to cook it is specifically designed for the serious chef. Maximum space is used for storage with hidden drawers inside the cupboards. There are split level ovens, a fan oven with combi steam oven and a fan oven or microwave. There is an integrated fridge, dishwasher, and an industrial extraction system that is extremely efficient and very quiet as I did not want the open plan space to be compromised. A halogen induction hob with Teppanyaki hot plate for flash frying in the centre is very useful. A sintered stone Dekton work top which has dark grey, light grey and rusty colours runs throughout the kitchen completing the industrial feel to the kitchen. A large central island with Dekton worktop has fitted kitchen units beneath. There is a boiling water tap and large sink. Triple bi-fold doors lead out to the garden and takes advantage of the incredible views. To the left is a very useful utility room which has Dekton covered kitchen units. There is a door out to the integrated double garage. A square arch leads from the kitchen to the dining room, which has room for a table to seat twelve and also has triple doors out to the garden. A second square arch leads into the sitting room which spans the entire length of the house and is dual aspect and again has triple bifold doors out to the garden. We have divided this into two areas, with fitted shelving and room for the television at the front, and at the back room for sofa and coffee table to sit and enjoy the views.”
Upstairs there are three bedrooms, a family bathroom and the superb vaulted family living room. As downstairs is open plan I wanted to have a separate formal living room. This has bi-fold doors out to the balcony, with glass panels across it and views across the valley. This is a seriously grown-up space and we sit here with our friends having gin and tonics and enjoying the blissful view, which always changes according to the light and to the seasons. There is surround sound here and room for two large sofas. It is the ideal entertaining room with exposed brickwork, the vaulted ceiling and the stunning balcony and views. Bedroom 2 is a double bedroom at the back of the house and benefits from the fabulous views. This is next to the modern family bathroom with bath and large corner shower. The principal bedroom which runs along the whole width of the house and is dual aspect, has a dressing room at the front, and en suite shower room with large double shower. Bedroom 3 at the front of the house is a double bedroom, currently used as a gym.”
“On the second floor there are two more double bedrooms. There are Velux windows on this floor and a study area on the spacious landing. Bedroom 4 has extensive under eave storage, with room for suitcases and the Christmas tree, and a double fitted wardrobe. Next to this is the shower room, and the Mega-flow tank is located in a cupboard by the bathroom. Bedroom 5 also has under eave storage and the marvellous views.”
“Outside there is a large patio which spans the rear of the house with room for tables and chairs. The south facing gardens are fully landscaped with several garden rooms and rose bushes, ornamental grasses, bamboos, paeonies, geraniums and heleniums providing so much colour and interest. The garden slopes down the hill to the raspberry canes. The garden is a complete sun trap and very sheltered.”
“South Stoke is a glorious village, full of characters and the brilliant community owned pub, the Pack Horse. The well-known Wheatsheaf at Combe Hay is 1.7 miles walk away. We always feel we have the best of all worlds as this is the perfect village, with wonderful country walks but only 3.4 miles from the heart of Georgian Bath and all it has to offer; excellent schools, restaurants, galleries and buildings.”
“This house is so comfortable and easy to live in, in such a perfect village location with views that are so uplifting even on the darkest days.”

Additional Information:
Postcode: BA2 7DL
Local Authority: BANES
Council Tax Band: G
Services: Mains drainage, water and electricity.
Tenure: Freehold
EPC: C
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