Morris Lane, Bathford, BA1

Setting the scene

Nestled within the charming parish of Bathford, on the edge of neighbouring Batheaston, this stunning property enjoys a tranquil and welcoming setting surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village offers a strong sense of community while remaining conveniently close to the city of Bath.

Just a short walk from the property, a variety of everyday amenities can be found, including a Boots pharmacy, doctors’ surgery, veterinary practice, dentist, convenience stores and a selection of local eateries. The much-loved Gather Café is particularly notable for its organic produce and occasional supper clubs. At the heart of the village, the Community Hall serves as a vibrant social hub, hosting a range of activities from yoga classes and toddler groups to choir rehearsals and film nights, creating opportunities for residents of all ages to connect.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, the surrounding area offers an abundance of natural beauty. Browns Folly and Solsbury Hill are only minutes away and provide wonderful walking routes with far-reaching views across the landscape. Bathampton Meadows and the nearby River Avon offer opportunities for paddleboarding, kayaking and peaceful riverside walks, while a dedicated cycle path leads directly into Bath city centre, making cycling both practical and enjoyable.

The location is also well positioned for travel further afield, with easy access to the M4, A4 and A46. Regular bus services provide convenient links into Bath, and Bath Spa railway station offers direct services to London and Bristol.

Families are well catered for with a number of highly regarded schools nearby. Bathford Primary School and Batheaston Church School are both within walking distance, while a selection of excellent secondary and independent schools are easily accessible by car or dedicated school transport.

The Property
This impressive five bedroom 1930s family home is situated on a generous corner plot. The property offers spacious and flexible accommodation, and enjoys impressive far-reaching views towards Bathford and Sally in the Woods. The ground floor features a welcoming entrance hall, a stunning dining room, a generous double sitting room, and a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room, making it ideal for family life and entertaining.

The beautifully landscaped front and rear gardens provide a tranquil setting, with mature planting and thoughtfully designed seating areas. A generous outbuilding or workshop (with full electrics) offers excellent potential for hobbies, storage, or working from home. The property also benefits from a double garage and a private gated driveway with parking for two cars, ensuring ample space for vehicles and secure access. This impressive home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy village living with easy access to both countryside walks and the vibrant city of Bath, and is ready for its next family to move in and make their own mark.

ENTRANCE HALLWAY

The entrance hallway is bright and welcoming, creating an inviting first impression of the home. Featuring a coir matwell, the space is filled with natural light, which highlights the elegant staircase leading to the first floor and provides a graceful introduction to the property’s stylish interior.

KITCHEN

3.02m x 2.82m

This well-appointed white Shaker-style kitchen has been fitted with a range of wall and base units, with ample space for essential appliances, including a large fridge-freezer and dishwasher. A sleek Samsung induction hob is complemented by elegant quartz worktops, while an inset sink with a contemporary mixer tap completes the look. The kitchen overlooks the charming front of the property, creating a bright and welcoming space. The room leads seamlessly into the breakfast room, which in turn opens into the dining room, offering the potential to create one large, open-plan kitchen and dining space.

BREAKFAST ROOM

3.86m x 3.48m

Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen, the breakfast area provides a welcoming space for informal dining while enjoying delightful views over the rear garden. The space comfortably accommodates a large dining table, making it ideal for relaxed family meals, morning coffee, or casual entertaining. It also leads directly into the formal dining room, creating an extended, versatile space that is perfectly suited for large family gatherings and more formal occasions.

UTILITY/CLOAKROOM

2.82m x 2.11m

Conveniently located off the hallway on the ground floor, this practical utility room has been designed with everyday functionality in mind. It offers dedicated space for a washing machine, a sink, and a WC. In addition, there is ample room for hanging coats and storing shoes, making it a highly convenient area for managing household tasks while keeping the home organised.

SITTING ROOM

7.92m x 4.42m

This impressive double sitting room exudes warmth and character, combining comfort with elegance. Flooded with natural light, it offers breath-taking views over the garden and the rolling countryside beyond. Underfoot, a sumptuous cream carpet adds a soft, inviting touch, while the striking Bath stone fireplace with an open fire forms a captivating focal point, perfect for cosy evenings. A French window not only frames the scenic outlook but also provides seamless access to the patio, creating a fluid connection between the interior and the serene outdoor space—a lovely space for both relaxed family living and sophisticated entertaining.

DINING ROOM

7.19m x 4.42m

A spacious, dual-aspect formal dining room that is designed for both everyday living and grand entertaining. With ample space to accommodate a table for up to 18 guests, it is ideal for hosting family gatherings or dinner parties. Elegant oak wood flooring underfoot adds warmth and character, while large windows overlook the patio and the garden beyond, filling the room with natural light and providing a delightful connection to the outdoor space.

BEDROOM 1

4.47m x 4.17m

The main bedroom is a luxurious dual-aspect retreat, enjoying abundant natural light and captivating views across the former Mumford’s Winery and the village of Bathford. Fitted with triple wardrobes, it offers exceptional storage while maintaining a sense of space and elegance. The en-suite is finished with white tiling and features a bath with an overhead shower, a sink, a WC, and a heated towel rail, creating a bright and practical space.

BEDROOM 2

4.42m x 3.63m

The second generous double bedroom enjoys a pleasant rear aspect, creating a quiet and comfortable retreat within the home. The room offers ample space to accommodate a king-size bed along with additional bedroom furnishings. It also benefits from two fitted double wardrobes, providing excellent built-in storage, and is finished with a cream carpet that adds warmth and a neutral, inviting feel.

BEDROOM 3

4.42m x 3.48m

Another bright rear dual-aspect bedroom enjoys pleasant views over the garden and towards Bathford, creating a light and airy space. The room benefits from a double fitted wardrobe providing useful storage, and there is ample space to accommodate a king-size bed along with additional bedroom furnishings, making it a comfortable and well-proportioned room.

BEDROOM 4

4.42m x 3.61m

Bright and airy, the fourth bedroom boasts a dual aspect with views over the front garden. Generously sized, with a double fitted wardrobe, it provides plenty of space for a king-size bed and additional bedroom furnishings, creating a versatile space.

BEDROOM 5

3.86m x 3.51m

The smallest of the bedrooms, yet still a generous double, this rear-facing room enjoys pleasant views over the garden. Its well-proportioned layout provides enough space for a double or king-size bed, along with additional bedroom furniture, making it a comfortable and versatile space.

WET ROOM SHOWER

White and grey marble tiles create a sleek and contemporary finish in this stylish wet room, which features a walk-in overhead shower, a sink, and a heated towel rail.

MAIN BATHROOM

Fully tiled, the main bathroom features a bath with an overhead shower, a contemporary sink, and a WC. A window fills the space with natural light, creating a bright and fresh environment.

FIRST FLOOR WC

WC with a window for natural light and ventilation.

OFFICE/STUDY

5.92m x 2.54m

A large outbuilding currently set up as an office and workshop, this versatile space is fully equipped with electricity and benefits from two windows that bring in natural light. Its generous size makes it suitable for a range of uses, from a home office or studio to a practical workshop, offering flexibility and functionality separate from the main house.

Front Garden

Approaching the property, a welcoming front garden immediately impresses, with beautifully flowering evergreen climbers climbing the front wall, adding year-round colour and charm. A private driveway provides parking for two cars and leads to a double garage, combining practicality with a sense of seclusion. A neatly kept lawn completes the scene, creating an inviting entrance that sets a delightful tone for the home beyond.

Rear Garden

The south-facing rear garden is a particular highlight of the property, offering a vast, lawned area that stretches across the plot and enjoys far-reaching views over the village of Bathford. Bathed in natural light throughout the day, this generously proportioned garden has been thoughtfully designed to make the most of its sunny aspect. Two cleverly arranged patio terraces provide ideal spaces for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing while taking in the surrounding scenery. Beautifully established, the garden features mature shrubs and trees, including a striking Persian silk tree and several ornamental cherry blossoms, which offer a stunning display in spring. Two large herbaceous borders add further colour and texture, creating a gardener’s paradise. The space also retains an original vegetable plot, perfect for growing your own produce or re-establishing a productive kitchen garden, and includes a shed for additional garden storage. With its expansive lawn, abundant...