High Street, Rode, BA11

This exceptional home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy centuries of history alongside the comforts of contemporary living. Believed to date back to Tudor times, the property has evolved through many fascinating chapters; serving as a hall house, monastery, schoolroom, and post office, before becoming the stunning residence it is today. Carefully renovated, it retains a wealth of original character and new, including stone mullion windows, exposed beams, and impressive fireplaces, all enhanced by thoughtful modern upgrades such as underfloor heating and high-spec finishes. The reception hall immediately sets the tone, doubling as a welcoming sitting room with elegant parquet flooring that flows throughout the ground floor. A striking Bath stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. An inner hall leads to a versatile home office or fourth bedroom, along with a stylish ground floor shower room, ideal for guests. The dual aspect drawing room is a truly impressive space, featuring high ceilings, Tudor Rose beams, and a period stone fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. At the heart of the home lies the magnificent open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area. This expansive space is flooded with natural light from a large picture window and door, complemented by plantation shutters for privacy. The bespoke kitchen showcases handmade, hand-painted cabinetry with oak interiors and premium integrated appliances, including a ‘Mercury’ range cooker, two wine fridges, full-height fridge & freezer and a boiling, filtered & sparkling water tap. All are set beneath elegant composite stone worktops, combining the beauty of marble with exceptional durability. Double doors open into the garden room, featuring a sloping glazed ceiling and a full wall of bi-fold doors leading to the enclosed walled garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining space. A practical back kitchen and laundry room sits adjacent, offering extensive storage, a second dishwasher, butler’s sink, and direct access to the driveway, ideal for busy family life. The first floor continues to impress with a thoughtfully arranged layout. The principal bedroom is a standout retreat, featuring a beautiful crook beam, dual aspect stone mullion windows, and steps leading to a dedicated dressing area. The luxury bathroom boasts a freestanding pebble bath and double vanity unit. There are two further double bedrooms.

Outside

The enclosed walled garden is ideally designed for entertaining, relaxing, and family living. The seamless connection between the open-plan living area and the garden room enhances the sense of space and natural flow throughout the home. Bifold doors open onto a paved terrace, where low stone walls create a stylish sunken seating area, an increasingly popular feature in contemporary garden design, offering a tranquil space surrounded by planting. The stone walls provide an attractive backdrop for climbing plants whilst a deep flower border and a thoughtfully arranged potted garden ensures year-round visual interest. Further enhancing the property’s appeal is the highly sought-after benefit of off-street parking, complete with an EV charging point, as well as a detached garage.

Situation

Rode is a thriving and vibrant village, surrounded by beautiful countryside yet conveniently located within easy reach of a range of popular destinations. Nearby towns include the fashionable Frome and the charming market town of Bradford on Avon, while the world-renowned Bath lies just ten miles away, easily accessible via the A36. Within the village itself, there is a well-regarded primary school, a village shop with café and Post Office, and a popular pop-up bakery operating on Fridays and Saturdays. There is also a choice of welcoming country pubs, including The Cross Keys in the heart of the village and The Mill at Rode, beautifully positioned on the banks of the River Frome. A regular bus service to Bath provides access to an outstanding range of cultural and leisure amenities, including fine dining, independent shops, museums, art galleries, and theatres.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-64279

Additional Information

Local Authority: Mendip Council. Council Tax Band E.

Services: All mains connected