Kingsdown Grove, Kingsdown, SN13

Setting the Scene

The Tree House sits on quiet Kingsdown Grove, tucked away in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside. Perched high above the Bybrook Valley, Kingsdown is a peaceful hamlet just five miles east of the beautiful city of Bath, nestled between the thriving villages of Box and Bathford.

The setting offers a tranquil rural lifestyle while keeping essential amenities within easy reach. Nearby Bathford features a renowned gastro pub, The Crown, a charming community café, and a village shop. While Box offers offers a wide range of amenities, including a Post Office, doctors’ surgery, pharmacy, convenience store and Londis supermarket.

Families benefit from well-regarded local schools, including Bathford Primary and Box CofE, with strong secondary school connections to both Bath and Wiltshire. Kingsdown is served by the hourly 271 bus, with more frequent routes a 20-minute walk downhill to Bathford.

For nature enthusiasts, scenic countryside walks, including Brown’s Folly, are right on your doorstep. The village is also home to Wiltshire’s oldest golf club, Kingsdown Golf Club, complete with a driving range. Excellent transport links to London are available via Junction 18 of the M4, offering the perfect balance of rural charm and convenience.

The Property
This immaculately presented four-bedroom 1970’s detached house offers spacious, contemporary living with stunning views from almost every room, with a wonderful sense of light and space throughout. Set within an elevated village setting, the home enjoys a unique sense of privacy and outlook, perfectly capturing the charm and community feel of village life while benefitting from far-reaching countryside vistas.

The double-vaulted living and dining area features a striking wood-burner and a mezzanine home office, forming a flexible, light-filled heart of the home. The high-spec kitchen boasts a central island and generous storage, perfect for entertaining and family life. Accommodation includes four double bedrooms with high-spec fully electric blinds, a ground floor WC and utility room, and two sleek, contemporary bathrooms, combining style and practicality throughout.

The home is equipped with a Nest system smart thermostat for efficient heating and Google-linked smoke alarms, blending modern technology with comfort and safety.

The private drive provides ample parking for two cars and leads to a double wooden garage with an EV charging point.

The outside space is equally impressive. The front garden is elegantly tiered with mature shrubs and trees, designed to be low-maintenance yet sophisticated, with slate paving slabs welcoming you as you enter the house. At the rear, an elevated and spacious sunny deck provides the perfect spot for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying far-reaching countryside views - a true highlight of this elevated village lifestyle. Thoughtfully landscaped, the garden combines lawn and mature planting for year-round interest and privacy. At the bottom, a lit path leads to a gate opening onto Lower Kingsdown Road, ideal for exploring nearby scenic walks. This peaceful setting offers a rare combination of tranquillity, elevated village living, and everyday convenience in a sought-after rural location.

ENTRANCE HALLWAY

The property is entered via a welcoming hallway/boot room, thoughtfully designed to provide a practical and functional everyday space. This area features a built-in fitted bench seat with dedicated shoe storage beneath, along with wall-mounted hanging for coats and outerwear, keeping everything neatly organised. From here, the space flows seamlessly into the kitchen, with attractive views through the kitchen and out to the garden beyond, creating a light and inviting first impression of the home.

GROUND FLOOR WC & UTILITY ROOM

Conveniently located off the entrance hallway, the ground floor WC is well-appointed and practical. A front-facing window provides natural light, while a Villeroy & Boch WC and contemporary vanity unit with modern sink create a sleek finish.

Built-in wall cabinetry neatly conceals ample storage space along with the washer dryer, with provision for two separate machines if preferred.

KITCHEN

5.9m x 4.58m

This impressive contemporary kitchen features sleek grey handleless cabinetry with generous wall units, complemented by laminate wood flooring and durable composite worktops. A large central island forms the focal point of the room, offering seating for three and housing an additional freezer. The induction hob with a single large gas ring is set on the island beneath a striking Falmec extractor lampshade, creating a sociable cooking space.

Further appliances include three Neff ovens - including a steam oven and combination microwave - a freestanding Kenwood fridge freezer, a dishwasher and a double BLANCO sink with a Quooker hot tap. A Sonos sound system has been thoughtfully wired in. There is also space for a sofa, enhancing the room’s versatility.

French windows flood the kitchen with natural light and frame stunning panoramic views across the Bybrook Valley, making this a superb space for both everyday living and entertaining.

LIVING/DINING AREA

7.81m x 7.19m

An exceptional oak-framed, double-height living area is wonderfully spacious and filled with natural light. The striking Contura soapstone woodburner forms a beautiful focal point, complemented by underfloor heating for year-round comfort.

The rear of the room is almost entirely glazed, with large windows and French doors opening onto the deck and garden, showcasing breathtaking panoramic views across the Bybrook Valley, where hot air balloons are often seen drifting by. Additional windows to the front garden further enhance the brightness of the space.

There is ample room for a generous seating arrangement and a large dining table, alongside a wall of contemporary cabinetry for storage and media. A mezzanine level above the living area is currently set up as a home office and enjoys stunning views of the countryside.

BEDROOM 3

3.95m x 3.64m

The main bedroom enjoys a bright front aspect and offers generous proportions, easily accommodating a king-size bed. A large floor-to-ceiling fitted wardrobe provides excellent storage while maintaining a sleek, streamlined feel. Newly fitted carpet adds warmth and comfort underfoot, complemented by a stylish column radiator that enhances both the look and practicality of the space.

BEDROOM 4

3.19m x 2.71m

The second bedroom, located on the ground floor, benefits from a gorgeous large rear-aspect window that fills the room with natural light. Generous in size, it comfortably accommodates a double bed and is finished with newly fitted carpet for a fresh, inviting feel. A stylish column radiator completes the space.

BATHROOM

The ground floor bathroom is a sleek, contemporary space, with a low-profile bath and a large overhead Grohe rainfall shower. Dark grey tiles provide a sophisticated backdrop, while two windows frame stunning garden and countryside views, filling the room with natural light. Laminate flooring completes the clean, modern aesthetic.

BEDROOM 1

4.95m x 3.66m

One of the two upstairs bedrooms, this bright room features two newly fitted Velux windows and a large additional window, providing abundant natural light. It offers space for a king-size bed and versatile furniture arrangements, finished with a newly fitted oatmeal carpet for a clean, elegant look.

BEDROOM 2

4.9m x 4.06m

This double bedroom features two Velux windows, creating a light and bright space, and is finished with a newly fitted oatmeal carpet for a clean, contemporary feel.

UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

Smartly positioned in the eaves between the two upstairs bedrooms, this stylish Jack and Jill shower room is both practical and full of character. Finished with crisp white metro tiles, it features a rainfall shower, a sleek vanity unit with sink, heated towel rail, and yet another incredible view. A bright, well-designed space that perfectly complements the upstairs of the home.

Rear Garden

A totally secluded, north-facing garden, brimming with mature trees and offering breathtaking, uninterrupted views. An elevated deck provides the perfect space for entertaining or relaxing, flowing onto a well-kept lawn before leading into a charming wooded area, which includes a treehouse from which the property takes its name. Beneath the decking areas there is a generous log store, while the undercroft houses the boiler, water tank, and ample dry storage. This thoughtfully designed outdoor space combines privacy, practicality, and character, creating a beautiful, versatile garden ideal for family life and alfresco living.

Front Garden

The property is approached via a secure gated entrance and a beautifully tiered front garden, featuring large gravelled beds filled with mature trees and shrubs, designed for minimal upkeep while creating an elegant, welcoming approach. The landscaped garden gently leads down to the front door, complemented by a tarmacked driveway providing ample parking and a charming wooden carport.

Parking - Car port

Charming car port with space for two cars and an EV charging point.

Parking - Driveway

Large private gated driveway with space for two cars.