Beckington, Frome, Somerset, BA11

An impressive detached Grade II listed family home set within 2.5 acres of gardens on the edge of Beckington village.

Description

An impressive Grade II listed detached family home dating back to the 16th Century, Priors Court has been sympathetically extended over the years to offer more than 5,000 sqft of versatile accommodation. Set on the edge of the desirable village of Beckington, the property sits within over two and a half acres of grounds and includes a superb self contained annexe.

The main house is arranged over three storeys and provides exceptionally flexible living space. There are six to seven bedrooms, three bath and shower rooms, a sitting room, dining room, snug, garden room, kitchen and breakfast room, pantry, utility room, cloakroom WC, study and a music or playroom. Outside, the grounds include a garage, a summer house and a recently converted outbuilding offering two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen and dining room and a sitting room, ideal for guest accommodation, multi generational living or independent space for a relative. The property is approached via a gravelled drive with generous parking to the front and side for numerous vehicles, alongside a sun terrace and lovely countryside views.

The house retains an abundance of period features, including stone mullion windows, flagstone floors, exposed beams, thick stone walls, old latched doors and several welcoming open fireplaces. A standout feature is the striking glass and steel garden room which seamlessly connects the kitchen to the dining area. This exceptional contemporary addition floods the space with natural light, offers direct access to the garden and is crowned by an impressive lantern light, creating a superb family and entertaining area.

The kitchen and breakfast room features a characterful electric Aga, flagstone flooring and ample space for a family sized table. Integrated appliances include an electric oven and dishwasher. A charming latched door conceals a hidden staircase to the first floor, and a second door leads to the single storey wing. Leading from the kitchen is a snug or family space with high ceilings and direct garden access. A practical utility room and a downstairs cloak and shower room are also situated here. The drawing room is a beautifully proportioned space with tall ceilings and an open fireplace, offering a more formal setting for relaxation. The elegant dining room features oak flooring, a picture rail and an open fireplace with a distinctive semi circular stone mantelpiece and hearth. A window overlooks the front garden, and double doors with a step down lead into the impressive family and garden room.

This bright additional reception room enjoys oak flooring and French windows with glazed side panels along the south facing wall, filling the space with natural light and providing views across the terrace and gardens. Adjacent is another generous reception room, formerly the kitchen, now used as a study, complete with fitted cupboards flanking the fireplace.

The first floor is home to the principal bedroom, which includes fitted wardrobes and a luxurious free standing roll top bath set on a raised plinth, offering wonderful views. A second bedroom with fitted wardrobes and windows to the front and side sits alongside a shared shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC. In the rear wing, accessed from the half landing, is a third double bedroom with an attractive Art Deco style fireplace. The family bathroom features a free standing bath, walk in shower, basin and WC. At the end of the landing is a flexible room currently used as a music or playroom, which could alternatively serve as a further bedroom and has access to the rear staircase. The top floor offers a bright double aspect bedroom with attic storage, as well as two additional spacious bedrooms.

Annexe

The annexe, completed in 2021, has operated successfully as an Airbnb and and has been finished to a contemporary, high specification standard with full insulation. The ground floor includes a sitting room, kitchen and dining room and two shower rooms, with a bedroom on the first floor. Its layout allows for one of the bedrooms to serve as a study or office for the main house, with its own independent external entrance.

Gardens

Externally, the property is approached from the lane via a gravel drive. A five bar gate to the right leads to a large gravelled parking area. To the left is the annexe with its own paved terrace and further parking. A second five bar gate near the top of the drive leads to the single garage, which has power and lighting and provides access to the side entrances of the house. The grounds are largely laid to lawn with a more natural, wilder area along the southern boundary and a collection of mature trees. The south facing flagstone terrace beyond the snug offers an ideal spot for entertaining.

Location

Priors Court occupies a private, semi rural position off Rudge Lane, on the outskirts of the highly sought after village of Beckington, within easy reach of the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath and the vibrant market town of Frome. Beckington is a thriving village offering excellent day to day amenities including Beckington Pre and Church School, Springmead Preparatory School and Nursery, Saint Georges Church, a village hall, cricket and football clubs and the popular Mes Amis deli and cafe. A Marks and Spencer food store is conveniently located on the main road, while White Row Farm provides an impressive selection of local produce and a well loved cafe.

Regular bus services run into Bath, approximately twelve miles away, and the area offers a broad choice of secondary education, including independent schools such as Monkton Combe, Prior Park College and King Edwards, as well as state options including Ralph Allen, Beechen Cliff and Hayesfield. Rail connections are available from Bradford on Avon, around eight miles away, with links to Bath Spa and London Paddington. Bristol International Airport is approximately twenty seven miles distant.

Square Footage: 4,460 sq ft


Acreage: 2.5 Acres

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