Willow Vale, Frome, BA11

Willow Vale House boasts one of the most handsome facades in Frome, along a tree lined waterfront lane en-route to Rodden Meadow.

The stone porch leads into a welcoming entrance hall with oak flooring and a graceful staircase.  You are flanked by the two main reception rooms, both with open fireplaces, oak flooring and period alcoving. Each room has a pair of sash windows looking over the vale.

While the spacious farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room is truly the heart of the home, with bespoke hand-painted cabinetry, polished stone work surfaces, and the quintessential country orange gas-fired Aga, the space lends itself equally to everyday living and entertaining. Behind the dining area is a built-in dresser with ample storage and wine housing. The kitchen has flagstone flooring, exposed wooden beams, and double doors leading out onto a patioed section of garden, flooding the room with light. Beyond the kitchen there is a utility area, downstairs WC and lovely study, with a full wall of windows overlooking the courtyard.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom is a peaceful retreat, featuring built-in wardrobes, sash windows with shutters, and an en-suite bathroom with a classic roll-top bath. Another generous bedroom and a family bathroom, with exposed beams and period fittings, complete this level. The second floor offers two further double bedrooms, both full of character with exposed wooden flooring.

Outside, the large rear garden is a hidden gem. Offset slightly to the house, a flagstone terrace leads to a beautifully kept lawn, framed by mature trees and an old brick wall, creating a private sanctuary. There is a gravelled dining area, providing a sun trap in the afternoons. The property also benefits from a single garage, accessed via a shared drive with the neighbouring property. There is an area of private river access to the front of the home.

Please note the property has a flying freehold and sits within a conservation area. 

Set along a quiet lane with river frontage, this home offers a rare mix of seclusion and convenience. Frome’s vibrant independent shops, cafés, and cultural attractions are just a short stroll away, making this home an attractive investment or weekend getaway, as well as a lovely home.