Farleigh Road, Norton St. Philip, Bath, BA2

A charming detached country house, set in 6.48 acres with a superb range of ancillary cottages and buildings.

Description

Godspiece Leaze is an attractive country house originally built in the 1920s. The property sits within the centre of its grounds approaching 6.5 acres. The main house is detached and constructed of stone elevations under a tiled roof, with stone mullioned windows enhancing the attractive facade. The accommodation is arranged over two floors, providing three reception rooms on the ground floor, two of which have direct access out into the beautiful gardens. There is a large kitchen/breakfast room with utility room adjacent, and a rear entrance leading to the main entertaining patios. The main staircase leads to the first floor galleried landing and the principal bedroom suite including bathroom and dressing room. In addition there are four further bedrooms, two bathrooms and a further staircase to the ground floor. Godspiece Leaze has had significant investment during the current owner’s time, with the creation of the well appointed ancillary accommodation, 2 cottages, gym and outbuildings. This investment has extended into the stunning grounds. The main house has undergone updating and improvements, which are ongoing.

Outside

The property is approached via the front automatic gates leading onto a secluded driveway through mature trees and gardens to a large parking area and access to the other buildings forming the property. A rear driveway exits back onto Farleigh Road. There are two detached cottages that provide near identical layouts, built and finished to a very high standard. Each has open plan living and kitchen / dining areas, a principal bedroom with en suite shower room, a second bedroom and main bathroom. Each property has its own garden space and could provide additional ancillary accommodation for the family or a variety of possible income streams such as holiday lets or office units. Of particular note is the amazing leisure building. The open plan living/entertaining and kitchen area has a floor area alone of c. 88 sq m / 946 sq ft. There is a 10-person hot tub and very well fitted kitchen / bar area. There are sliding glass doors providing access to the outside terraces. In addition there is a sauna, steam room, two showers and two WCs. There is also a well-appointed gym building that could easily provide an excellent office space for a serious home-working setup.

There is an extensive range of other buildings, including a double garage, a garage / workshop, as well as two attached garages / storage buildings. In addition, there is a superb set up for on-site staff with a gardener’s WC and canteen. The buildings sit to the rear of the main house and all of them lie predominantly to the centre of the plot and are very well secluded. Godspiece Leaze has, in the past, been a garden nursery, and the fine landscaped gardens still contain a number of specimen trees, plants and shrubs. The gardens are extensive with well manicured lawns surrounding the house. There are various sections in the garden with each area providing character and interest wherever you walk and look. There is a modern hard tennis court with a well appointed pavilion including a range of kitchen units and appliances comprising sink (hot and cold water), double oven, hob with extractor over, fridge freezer, TV and Wi-Fi. A large patio surrounds the pavilion. To the north is an adjoining plantation of trees offering approx. 2.1 acres of woodland with cut paths and re-wilded areas home to an abundance of wildlife.

Gardens and Grounds

The principal house, cottages, and outbuildings are centred on a very mature level and private plot, with an abundance of trees, hedges, lawn areas, orchard, duck pond, and natural woodland encouraging wildlife including pheasants, partridge, muntjac deer, hare, butterflies and many other species. Cut grass paths criss cross the wood. The house and grounds measure approx. 4.5 acres and the woodland measures approx. 2 acres. Wildflower areas encourage pollinating insects and the nesting hedging gives birds and small mammals a place to live safely. The tennis court is tucked out of sight off the front drive. There is a croquet lawn area adjoining the tennis court, and the location lends itself to a swimming pool installation with all the leisure facilities nearby. The entire plot is contained with either natural barriers or fencing. There is approx. 1 acre that has been fenced around the side and rear of the main house, providing a safe and secure area for young children and pets, accessed directly from the house, which is also monitored as part of the property’s CCTV coverage.

Location

Godspiece Leaze is situated just outside the village of Norton St. Philip, near Bath. The village has a thriving community centred around the 14th century church and the well regarded historic George Inn dating back to the 13th century. Local amenities include a Co-op store with post office, a primary school, another village pub, a garage for vehicle repairs and a village hall offering a variety of activities. A bus service to Bath stops in the village. There is an excellent farm shop within half a mile. Bath is a World Heritage site approx. 7 miles away, famed for its Georgian architecture, Roman heritage, and cosmopolitan city centre.

There are excellent schools in Bath and the surrounding area, in both the private and state sectors. In addition, there are two universities in the city and a wide variety of sporting, arts, dining and entertainment facilities. Communications to London are good via either the A36/A303 and M3 or A46 and M4. There is a mainline rail link from Bath Spa to London Paddington - journey time from 75 minutes. Bristol airport is 23 miles away and Frome is 4.5 miles to the south, with the fashionable Babington House members club only 5.7 miles away.

Square Footage: 6,161 sq ft


Acreage: 6.48 Acres