Listed for £950,000
May 31, 2024
Brunswick House is an elegant Grade II listed end of terrace property in the heart of Frome. Historically this home was once a school run by Christina Rossetti; the Pre-Raphaelite poet.This light and spacious home features well-proportioned rooms most with high ceilings it retains many period features and has been stylishly decorated throughout.
The accommodation is arranged over four floors. The front door opens into the ground floor hallway with a stunning drawing room spanning the width of the house with two large sash windows allowing plenty of light in. Also on this floor is a snug room/study with a wood burner.Stairs lead down to a wonderful kitchen/dining room with a separate area for the sink, cooker and worktops there is also an Gas Aga. There is also a downstairs loo.A few stairs lead up from the kitchen into a delightful garden room with a large bi-fold window and double-glazed doors that lead to a terraced area with stone seating and built in garden lighting. This terrace leads onto a bigger paved area for outdoor dining.
On the first floor there is a large master bedroom that leads into a dressing room that could be converted back to a 5th bedroom or bathroom if required. On this floor there is also the large family bathroom with modern, but period style bath, sink and WC and large shower enclosure that has recently been updated. There is also a small utility room on this floor for washing machines.
On the second floor there are three good-sized double rooms and a WC.
Outside
The two terraced areas are close to the house, then the main garden, which is approx. 100ft long The garden has been beautifully landscaped and is a particularly good feature of the property with its areas of shrubs, lawn, mature trees an orchard and raised vegetable garden.The current owners installed a wonderful new 6 x 4 meter Gabriel Ash Glasshouse 18 months ago providing a wonderful space for the keen gardener.There is also a useful little stone outbuilding that provides useful space for storing garden equipment, bicycles etc.
Situation
Frome is a historic market town with many notable buildings and features the highest number of listed buildings in Somerset. Brunswick House lies near the centre and within easy walking distance of a range of excellent independent shops, cafes, Pubs and restaurants. This historic Town is also popular for its artisan street markets and festival and cultural events. There is a sports centre, and a cinema.Babington House private members club which offers a wide range of leisure and recreational facilities is just 1.5miles.Frome station is within walking distance, which offers high speed rail links to London Paddington and London Waterloo, whilst the A303 (M3) provides good road access to London and the wider motorway network, in addition to the A36, M4 and M5 all being within easy reach.Bruton 10 miles, Westbury 9 miles, Bath 13 miles, Bristol 24 miles (All distances are approximate).
Schools
Frome offers plenty of good state schools including the well-known Avanti School and there are several independent schools within an easy drive such as All Hallows,
Directions:
Postcode: BA11 2HE
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Local authority: Somerset
Material Information
In compliance with The Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material Information in Property Listings Guidance
Part A
• Council Tax Band – E
• Asking Price - Guide Price
• Tenure - Freehold
Part B
• Property Type – Standard
• Property Construction – Stone
• Number and types of rooms - See details and plan, all measurements being maximum dimensions provided between internal walls
• Electricity supply - Mains
• Water supply – Mains
• Sewerage - Mains
• Heating - Gas
• Broadband - please refer to ofcom website.
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Mobile signal/coverage – please refer to ofcom website.
• Parking – One space
Part C
• Building Safety – The vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser’s engage the services of a Chartered Surveyor to confirm.
• Restrictions - We’re not aware of any other significant/material restrictions, but we’d recommend you review the title/deeds of the property with your solicitor.
• Rights and easements – N/A
• Flood Risk - Low
• Coastal erosion risk - N/A
• Planning permission Accessibility/ Adaptations – N/A
• Coalfield or mining area – N/A
• Energy performance certificate rating - N/A
Other Disclosures
No other Material disclosures have been made by the Vendor.
This Material Information has been compiled in good faith using the resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so Lodestone cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions. Furthermore, Lodestone are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed. If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you please do seek verification from a legal adviser before committing to expenditure.
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Every care has been taken with the preparation of these details, in accordance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you, please obtain profession confirmation. Alternatively, we will be pleased to check the information. These details do not constitute a contract or part of a contract. All measurements quote approximate. Photographs are provided for general information and cannot be inferred that any item shown is included in the sale. The fixtures, fittings & appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. No guarantee can be given about planning permissions or fitness for purpose. Energy Performance Certificates are available on request.
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