Kingsdown, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 4 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Carter Jonas - Bath Phone: 01225 288690

• Private access not suitable for drive-by previews<br/>• Updating required<br/><br/>Entrance hall • Kitchen/breakfast room • Dining/sitting room • Living room • Four bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Two cloakrooms • Terraced private rear gardens • Attached garage <br/><br/>Description <br/>This utterly unique Grade II listed, detached property sits in a sought after semi rural location between Bath and Box, spread over three floors with flexible accommodation, beautiful grounds and breathtaking views across the Bybrook Valley.<br/>Once part of Kingsdown House with an illustrious 300 year history the property is being brought back to life by the current owners, including preliminary discussions with an architect. The spacious entrance hall with unusual mosaic floor opens to the garage, a cloakroom and generous kitchen with SMEG range cooker leading through to the light-filled dining room overlooking and with access to the private lawned gardens.<br/>On the first floor the stunning main living room takes your breath away with uninterrupted triple aspect views across the grounds and surrounding countryside, with a fourth bedroom/office option, bathroom and separate cloakroom.<br/>An elegant staircase leads up to the second floor with high ceilings throughout adding grandeur to the large ‘statement’ landing and three bedrooms, the principle of which enjoying yet loftier amazing views, plus bathroom.<br/>Outside has the distinct ‘air’ of glorious grounds (private lawned gardens) from a bygone era with the beautiful gardens on three levels bordered by mature trees and a large single garage attached to the side. With floorboards, arched windows, fireplaces and cornicing, this magical family home makes the absolute most of its’ stature and enviable location. <br/>NB: Private access not suitable for drive-bys.<br/><br/>Situation<br/>Kingsdown is a rural hamlet positioned in The Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Green Belt, located between the village of Bathford and the market town of Corsham.<br/>The world heritage city of Bath is only a 15 minute drive away, and Chippenham is only 9 miles with its mainline rail link to London Paddington from 75 minutes. Kingsdown has The Swan Inn and a well-regarded golf course and driving range. There are also a wonderful selection of village pubs in neighbouring Box, Monkton Farleigh and Bathford for those who enjoy country walks ending at a pub.<br/>Corsham has all one’s day to day amenities, whilst Bath is famous for its architecture, historic origins and stunning setting in the south of the Cotswolds. Schooling in the area is excellent with a primary school in Bathford (‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating) and also Box (‘Good’ Ofsted rating), with a further selection of public and private schools in Bath and Chippenham.<br/><br/>Additional Information<br/>Tenure: Freehold<br/>Services: All mains services are connected<br/>Local Authority: Wiltshire Council<br/>Council Tax: Band E<br/>EPC: Band E<br/>Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Carter Jonas