Orchard House, Combe Down

Orchard House offers a rare blend of peace, light, and space, tucked within beautifully landscaped wraparound gardens in Combe Down. Accessed via a private drive with secure automatic gates, this property ensures privacy and a sense of seclusion.

Originally built in 1982 and extensively refurbished over the last nine years, Orchard House provides adaptable accommodation with efficient underfloor heating and two self-contained studio apartments, ideal for guests or extended family.

The property opens into a spacious parking area for up to four cars, leading to an inviting hall with ample storage, a utility room, and guest WC. Natural oak floors run throughout the ground level. The open-plan sitting and dining room features a bespoke Bath-stone fireplace and double doors opening onto a large deck and gardens. The well-equipped kitchen includes fitted units, a granite worktop, fridge-freezer, dual ovens, and a Miele dishwasher.

Upstairs, the master bedroom stands out with its double-height ceiling and views over a mature cedar tree. The en-suite offers twin basins, a fully tiled shower, WC, and bidet. A first-floor studio apartment provides independent living with a kitchenette, shower room, and private garden access. The ground-floor studio offers similar features with its own private entrance.

The Garden Room, with wraparound floor-to-ceiling windows, opens onto the deck, connecting the indoor space with lush outdoor views. The garden itself boasts a cedar tree, yew bushes, apple trees, wildflower lawn, birches, water feature, evergreen hedges, and a secluded terrace with a hot tub and barbecue.

Orchard House is within reach of Bath’s top schools and a range of local amenities, including a doctor’s surgery, local store, garage, Firs Field, pubs, and National Trust fields. Frequent buses connect to Bath City Centre and University, with Bath Spa station offering London links in approx. 1h 16m