Witham Friary, Frome, Somerset, BA11 5HF | Property for sale | Savills
228.17 sq m
Guide price £1,000,000(28,716,122 EGP)

Witham FriaryFrome, Somerset, BA11 5HF

  • Sold

Key features

  • Sold in February 2023
  • Air source heating system
  • Glorious gardens and grounds
  • Self contained annexe section
  • Desirable village setting

A delightful and stylish barn conversion set in glorious gardens and grounds situated in a highly desirable village on the edge of Frome.

About this property

  • Dark Haven is a stylish lateral living barn conversion, recently renovated to a high standard for contemporary living in a rural village setting. The house benefits from large gardens with patios front and rear with an attractive orchard and paddock which wraps around the property.

    Flexible and beautifully appointed accommodation that offers 2456 sq ft of modern living space. Built in attractive stone beneath a tiled roof and double glazed throughout.

    Recently renovated and refurbished to a high standard, key features are an air source heat pump with a remote control thermostat to ensure efficient 24 hour ambient heating and professionally landscaped patio and gardens.

    On entering the property there is a large entrance hall, with storage cupboards and access to a cloak/shower room. This serves as a private shower room to the large guest bedroom off the hall which enjoys separate garden access, originally designed as a granny annex.

    The main living space comprises an open plan sitting and dining /garden room area. The sitting room with TV presents as a luxurious snug featuring library shelving and solid oak flooring.

    The dining/garden room has been designed to be flexible with bi-fold doors onto the large patio which can be opened in summer for an indoor/outdoor room and transformed into a more formal dining area in winter with a modern wood burning stove as a feature.

    The large kitchen diner area adjoins the sitting room but also has a separate access via patio doors at the front of the property.

    The kitchen appliances are all integrated and the dining area features a vintage Jotul wood burner and vaulted ceilings. A large laundry/utility room is off to the side which also accesses the back garden. A new stone floor has been laid throughout.

    The bedroom wing is accessed from here and consists of a principal room with a dressing room and en suite shower room, as well as direct access to the front gardens.

    There are two further double bedrooms with generous wardrobes and storage. The modern family bathroom features a super-size double ended bath and separate shower with pocket door access to a large bedroom which makes it en suite for guests.

    Overall, this delightful property is ideal for those who desire easy modern country living.

    Outside
    Accessed off a quiet country lane that runs through the village is a large gravel driveway. This leads to the house and its ample parking area as well as to the paddock. To the front of the property is a gravel parking area and a neatly laid patio area that can be accessed via the kitchen or principal bedroom.

    The rear garden has been thoughtfully re landscaped with a low maintenance brief and is accessed from the back of the property. It features a large stylish patio, perfect for al fresco dining and a water feature with a blade fountain.

    There are steps up from here to the lawn, which is enclosed by shrubs and trees. There is also access to a large fruit cage and cutting garden for the gardening enthusiast.

    There is access from the garden to the paddock and orchard. This is deliberately slightly wild to encourage wildlife and boasts several fruit trees, quality stabling with robust concrete base and a more recently added wildlife pond. This section of the garden wraps around the lawned area and backs onto neighbouring farmland. The gardens are private and enclosed, suitable for children and pets to explore.

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This stylish barn conversion is super up together and ready to enjoy.

Matthew PeglerProperty agent

Local information

  • This stylish barn conversion is in the centre of the Somerset village of Witham Friary. The village has a 13th century church, a historic public house and a primary school in Upton Noble approx. three miles away. There is a very active village community and in the summer months a well-used cricket ground.
  • The area is well served by public schools, which include All Hallows' Prep, Downside, King's Bruton and Bruton School for girls. Sherbourne is also accessible.
  • The market town of Frome features a variety of independent shops and a famous monthly market The Frome Independent, ‘The Cheese and Grain', which hosts various well supported events. Frome has three theatres, a cinema and a large sports centre.
  • The A303 to London is approx. a seven mile drive from Witham. There is a direct fast train to London Paddington from Westbury.
  • The World Heritage city of Bath is approx. 20 miles away, offering a large range of shops, fine restaurants and wine bars. Additionally, the Cathedral town of Wells is approx. 18 miles away.

Additional information

  • EPC Rating: D
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: F