Combe Hay, Bath, BA2

Stradling House was built four decades ago for the previous owners of neighbouring Combe Hay Manor. It was designed by the famous architect, William Bertram, and positioned in the old rose garden, chosen for its unrivalled position. He used the vernacular stone this area is famed for and in the style of a holiday home in Provence. The expansive glazed walls frame verdant views across the valley over neighbouring grounds creating a sense of tranquillity throughout the house. From the walled garden to the front, double doors open into the hall which link all the rooms facing the view. The central drawing room with its tall unique beamed ceiling and wood burning stove, benefits from a wall of windows taking in that view. The shaker style kitchen is a superb space also benefitting from a wood burning stove and plenty of room for a central dining table as well as a comfy sofa. The adjacent garden room adds further space for entertaining and with windows opening onto the terrace from both rooms the link between inside and outside is seamless. The south wing accommodates an additional sitting room with a feature oval window framing the valley plus an additional room to be used how you wish. The opposite wing includes the stunning principal bedroom with the curvature of the wall fitted with floor to ceiling glass. The high A-frame ceiling adds to the well-proportioned room as does its private inner courtyard, dressing area and luxury bathroom. There are three further bedrooms and bathrooms.

Outside

A long gravel drive bordered by mature woodland leads to a parking area and woodland garden. The front walled garden benefits from the backdrop of a high garden wall covered in trained fruit trees and a top path with herbaceous borders either side leading to a further secret garden. Steps lead down to a level lawn, once again a stone wall provides the canvas for the climbing plants, the birds and trickling water from the pond seems to be the only sound. The doors and windows of Stradling House open up on both sides of the garden and provide a glimpse of the reason why this house was built in this position; the panoramic views across the valley. The grounds wrap around the sides with a further lawn bordered by trees and with no fences and walls dividing your land with your neighbour, the stunning Combe Hay Manor, providing an uninterrupted view of your borrowed landscape. Adjacent to the house is a stone terrace running the length with sliding glass windows from the sitting room, kitchen, and garden room. A pergola covered in climbers provides a framed picture of the view and with access from the kitchen and dining room is a wonderful alfresco dining area with a feeling of Provence. Further seating areas allow one to just take in that view.

Situation

Combe Hay is one of Bath’s most sought-after villages lying just 4.4 miles south of Bath Spa Railway Station. The picturesque village lanes boast some fine country residences as well as a pretty church and an award-winning country pub, The Wheatsheaf. The village is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and is in a conservation area. The World Heritage City of Bath provides a full range of retail outlets together with many amenities to include an excellent selection of restaurants, sporting facilities, the Theatre Royal and Thermae Spa. The city is popular for its excellent schooling in both the private and state sector. Bath Spa Railway Station provides direct access to Bristol and London Paddington (approximately 80 minutes).

Additional Information

Services: Mains connected electricity and water.
Oil fired heating and private drainage.
Local Authority: Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Council Tax: Band G