Ashley, Box, SN13

Setting The Scene

Situated in the sought-after hamlet of Ashley, on the outskirts of Box, this home offers the appeal of countryside living with village amenities close at hand. The heritage city of Bath is within easy reach, with regular bus services available from nearby stops.

Within walking distance, The Northey Arms provides an inviting setting for Sunday lunch or a relaxed afternoon in its beer garden, while the local garage and convenience store cater for everyday essentials and a selection of local produce. Box itself offers a delightful choice of places to eat, including The Bengal Bear Indian, Mediterranean restaurant Vine & Plate and The Birdhouse Café, a favourite for breakfast. A village shop, post office, pharmacy and doctors’ surgery add to the convenience of village life.

Known for its welcoming community, Box offers beautiful countryside walks and a recreation ground with tennis courts, a bowling green, basketball facilities, a children’s play area and a BMX track. Families are well placed for Box Church of England Primary School and nearby Bathford Primary School, with secondary schooling options in Corsham and Bath, alongside independent schools serving the area.

Nearby Corsham offers a charming historic town centre with independent shops, cafés and further amenities. This is an appealing setting for buyers seeking space, countryside and community, with convenient access to Bath and the surrounding towns.

Box is well placed for commuting, with convenient access to the A4 and M4 and rail services from nearby Bath Spa and Chippenham stations, with London Paddington reachable from Chippenham in just over an hour.

The Property

Beautifully reimagined through an extensive renovation and extension, this five-bedroom, three-bathroom home combines the feel of a new property with thoughtfully designed, versatile accommodation. Whilst it offers the flexibility of living on one floor the addition of a master bedroom/ensuite upstairs and two further double bedrooms, equally lends itself to life as a spacious family home.

The quality extends beyond the interiors to the materials and craftsmanship throughout, including Canadian cedar dormers and gables. The comprehensive refurbishment encompasses the roof, fascias, soffits, guttering, electrics and plumbing, with the building works carried out to the latest building regulations.

Beautifully landscaped gardens back onto countryside, complemented by a front lawn and parking for up to five cars. Approved planning permission to link the garage to the main house offers further potential for a future owner.

A viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the quality of the finish and the care invested in this exceptional transformation.

Entrance Hall

A beautifully finished entrance hallway sets the tone for the home’s refined interiors, with Karndean flooring and generous Velux windows bathing the space in natural light. From here, two ground-floor bedrooms, a shower room, separate WC and the open-plan reception area unfold.

Reception Room

5.86m x 3.85m

A graceful curved bay window frames countryside views towards Colerne and overlooks the front garden, bringing natural light into this elegant reception room. An ornamental fireplace creates an attractive focal point, with two radiators providing warmth. The adjoining dining area offers a natural flow for everyday living and entertaining.

Dining Room

6.67m x 3.31m

Adjoining the open-plan living area and kitchen, the dining room offers space for a large dining table, ideal for entertaining. There is ample LED lights and a large full length window that looks onto the rear garden, flooding the room with natural light.

Kitchen

5.17m x 3.83m

This stylish kitchen features quartz worktops, a tiled splashback and a distinctive aluminium tap, with an island providing seating for three. Appliances include a Bosch induction hob, Bosch oven and grill, integrated Zanussi dishwasher and integrated fridge freezer. Generous storage includes large cupboards for plates and a built-in pantry cupboard, while USB charging sockets add everyday convenience. A freestanding washing machine can also be included in the sale.

Bedroom Four

4.37m x 3.82m

This beautifully finished bedroom features luxurious, thick new carpeting, new skirting boards, doors and architraves. Two large windows enjoy countryside views towards Middlehill , with Venetian blinds that the vendor is happy to leave. Two fitted double wardrobes provide hanging rails and shelving, while a radiator and USB and USB-C charging ports add everyday comfort and convenience.

Bedroom Five

3.64m x 3.31m

The second lower floor double bedroom enjoys a lovely leafy outlook over the garden, complemented by luxurious, thick latte-coloured carpeting. A double wardrobe provides useful storage, while a new radiator and USB and USB-C sockets add everyday comfort and convenience.

WC

The cloakroom features a back-to-wall WC with a soft-close seat and a washbasin, complemented by Karndean flooring that flows seamlessly from the hallway.

Downstairs shower room

Shower room pairs a glazed shower enclosure with contemporary grey tiling and a vanity basin with drawer storage. A generous mirror enhances the light, while a heated towel rail and Karndean flooring complete the refined finish.

Bedroom One

6.62m x 5.74m

An open staircase with glass Burbidge balustrade leads to the first-floor landing, from which the principal bedroom is accessed. This impressive room has a real wow factor, with two dormers and large top-hung windows framing countryside views and double Velux windows with blinds to the front and rear flooding the space with natural light. Extensive eaves storage with several access points, new radiators and dimmable lighting with adjustable warm-to-cool settings complete the room.

Adjoining the bedroom is an en suite that has never been used, featuring a Grohe shower with a non-slip tray, bathroom storage cupboards, Karndean flooring and a heated towel rail. A matt black tap and touch-activated illuminated mirror add a stylish finishing touch, while a Velux window fills the space with natural light..

Bedroom Two

5.46m x 3.06m

Never used since its conversion, this beautifully light bedroom features a triple Velux and two double Velux arrangements on either side, alongside a window overlooking the garden. Thoughtfully designed to accommodate a double bed and bedside tables, it includes conveniently positioned sockets (with USB ports) for bedside lamps and charging.

Bedroom Three

4.89m x 3.69m

With its dormer and generous ceiling height, this bedroom offers a lovely sense of space, complemented by thick, plush carpeting. USB and USB-C charging points on each side of the bed provide everyday convenience, while a fitted wardrobe with shelving and oak flooring inside, together with useful eaves storage, offers ample storage.

Bathroom

Completely renovated and never used, the family bathroom features oak flooring, a deep, modern freestanding bath and a corner shower. A Roca basin unit and countertop are complemented by a touch-activated illuminated mirror, while a dual-fuel heated towel rail runs on both gas central heating and electricity. A Velux window fills the room with natural light.

Front Garden

Beautiful wooden gates, framed by rendered stone pillars with lighting, create an inviting entrance to the property. The generous front garden features a large lawn, established borders with shrubs and ornamental trees, and a striking mature evergreen, adding colour and character to the approach. A driveway provides parking for up to five cars, while the southerly orientation offers a lovely setting to enjoy the evening sun. The boundary fencing has been renewed with new posts on one side and new fencing on the other.

Garden

Beautifully landscaped, the rear garden offers a peaceful retreat with a circular Breeze House creating a striking focal point. Seating up to twelve and equipped with a large heater, it provides an inviting space for entertaining and relaxed evenings outdoors. Steps lead to a raised lawn, framed by thoughtfully chosen planting including peonies, acer, yew tree, laurels, red robin and box trees. A small shed towards the rear provides useful storage, completing this little piece of paradise.

Parking - Garage

The garage features two Velux windows, internal lighting and power, an electric garage door and the property’s fuse box. The roof has been renewed with new battens and tiles. Planning permission has been approved to convert and link the garage to the house offering additional living accommodation.

Parking - Off street

Parking - Secure gated

The house is set back behind double gates, with a generous driveway providing parking for at least five cars.