SWALLOWS AGENCY are delighted to offer this unique Eco-friendly contemporary property, in a wonderful rural location overlooking open countryside. This barn style new build property offers spacious single story living accommodation finished to the highest standard throughout.
The property is located close to the pretty and sought-after village of Laverton which lies to the south of Bath and was originally part of the neighbouring Orchardleigh Estate, now an excellent golf course. Nearby Frome offers a range of shopping facilities, a sports centre, several cafés, a choice of pubs, several theatres and a cinema. Frome is also home to the Frome Festival and the monthly Frome Independent Market. Norton St Philip is close by and has a first school, a Co-op and a post office. There is a first school in the village of Rode a few miles away. Marks and Spencer food, the Mes Amis Café Deli and White Row Farm shop are a short distance away in Beckington.
Bath and Bristol are within commuting distance, and the local railway station connects at Westbury for London, Paddington. The extremely popular Hauser and Wirth arts centre and The Newt in Somerset are also located in Bruton. The private members' club Babington House is situated within approximately five miles.
The property has been well designed to offer superb living space, finished to a very high standard throughout to create a practical contemporary home in an exception location.
The single story accommodation includes an entrance hall with a contemporary feature timber wall leading onto the spacious open plan living area with large glass doors which allow light to flood in and they open onto the terrace. The kitchen is well appointed with integrated white goods including a fridge/freezer and a dishwasher. There is a gas hob, an electric oven and extractor fan. The large glass doors allow light to flood in and they open onto the terrace.
There is a separate utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and space for a dryer. The living areas are tiled, and the property has under floor heating throughout.
There are 3 double bedrooms, all with wood effect flooring, again with under floor heating. The main bedroom has a modern en suite shower room and the 2 further double bedrooms both have a good range of fitted wardrobes. There is an additional bathroom with a roll top bath and another separate shower cubicle.
Outside the house is located on a quiet country lane and is approached through gates to a large gravelled parking area. There is an attractive terrace and a large wooden shed. The property does not have a formal garden. Instead it has a large field which can be managed as a tenant requires. There are stunning views across the surrounding countryside which attracts an abundance of wildlife.
Gas central heating.
Council Tax Band F - Somerset Council
Water consumption included in the rent.
Available for a minimum 12 months' tenancy.
PRE TENANCY COSTS
Before taking occupation of a property you will be required to pay
• At Least One month's rent (Depending on the Terms agreed in relation to the proposed Tenancy)
• A Dilapidation Deposit equivalent to 5 weeks' rent (Refunded at the end of the Tenancy less any charges applicable)
Deposit: £3,750.00
Minimum Tenancy : 12 months
Notice
All photographs are provided for guidance only.
The following are permitted payments which we may request from you:
a) The rent
b) A refundable tenancy deposit (reserved for any damages or defaults on the part of the tenant) capped at no more than five weeks' rent where the annual rent is less than £50,000, or six weeks' rent where the total annual rent is £50,000 or above
c) A refundable holding deposit (to reserve a property) capped at no more than one week's rent
d) Payments to change the tenancy when requested by the tenant, capped at £50, or reasonable costs incurred if higher
e) Payments associated with early termination of the tenancy, when requested by the tenant
f) Payments in respect of utilities, communication services, TV licence and council tax; and
g) A default fee for late payment of rent and replacement of a lost key/security device, where required under a tenancy agreement
Please call us if you wish to discuss this further.
