Welcome to Oakwood House Old Coach Road, Axbridge, a cozy and compact detached type home with 4 bed in the BS26 2EG area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band F.
This classic property was built
in a neighborhood known for its allure and prestige.
This home stands out for its value and character -
with a market valuation of £845,000 and a rental potential of £5,493 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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Oakwood House is a stunning 4 bedroom detached property designed
and built by the current owners. The property has many attractive
features throughout, including a large open-plan living/dining room
in green oak framing with exposed roof timbers. Two galleries
overlook the large reception hall. The generous Master bedroom is
open plan, has two dressing areas and a fully-fitted ensuite
bathroom. There are three further double bedrooms and a
fully-fitted family bathroom in the main body of the house. The
very private garden to the rear of the property has been designed
as a series of 'garden rooms'. At the front of the property, there
is a double garage and off-road parking for two cars. Oakwood House
really must be seen to be appreciated.
Ground Floor
Entrance
From the driveway at the front of the property, a wooden gate opens
onto 6 broad steps leading to a gravelled courtyard. Decking flanks
the entrance, where a solid oak front door leads into the:
Reception Hall
17' 4" x 9' 3" (5.28m x 2.82m) An impressive, versatile space with
4 full-height double glazed panels either side of the front door,
as well as 2 slit windows for additional light. There is a large
storage cupboard with shelving, ceramic-tiled floor, spotlights in
the roof, wall lights and two radiators.
Study
11' 4" x 5' 9" (3.45m x 1.75m) An elegant Italian steel and wood
staircase leads from the reception hall to this galleried area
currently used as an office. This versatile area has previously
been used as a TV/games space.
Utility Room
11' 4" x 5' 9" (3.45m x 1.75m) Housing an innovative twin boiler
system providing space heating and hot water for the house, this
room features wall units over a worktop with a sink/drainer unit
and cupboard below. There is plumbing for a washing machine and
space for a tumble dryer. A slit window provides natural daylight.
The utility room also includes a downstairs WC, a single radiator
and ceramic tiled floor. Also from the reception hall, solid oak
steps lead to the:
Master Bedroom
22' 4" x 19' 10" (6.81m x 6.05m) This stunning room has a carefully
restored original elm roof and top-quality French oak parquet
flooring. There are halogen wall lights and three low-level
radiators. This bright dual aspect room also features two open-plan
dressing areas leading into the:
Ensuite to Master Bedroom
The bathroom design gives a sense of space, at the same time as
ensuring privacy from the bedroom. As with the rest of the house,
there is a feeling of tasteful quality.
The porcelain-tiled floor is heated, the shower is a generous 1200
x 800, and two individual basins with mixer taps sit on top of a
rare brown oak surface with integral cupboards beneath. A large
white bath and a low-level WC complete the suite, with wall lights
and two heated mirror lamps.
Back in the reception hall, 4 marble steps lead to the inner hall
and French oak double doors opening into the garden.
Bedroom Two
16' 8" x 10' 9" (5.08m x 3.28m) Accessed from the inner hall. A
large window overlooks the rear garden. Exposed green oak beams. In
common with all rooms, this bedroom has a solid oak ledge-and-brace
door with wooden latch. Laminate flooring, down lighters with
dimmer control and double radiator.
Bedroom Three
12' 10" x 9' (3.91m x 2.74m) Large window overlooking the rear
garden. Panelled wall with high-level shelf. Laminate flooring,
central ceiling light fitting with dimmer control and double
radiator.
Bedroom Four
16' 8" x 10' 9" (5.08m x 3.28m) A dual-aspect room with large
windows to the front and rear of the property. Exposed green oak
beams and oak door. Laminate flooring, central ceiling light
fitting with dimmer control and double radiator.
Family Bathroom
12' 2" x 7' 1" (3.71m x 2.16m) This generous bathroom has a wash
hand basin, low level WC, full length bath, and 900 x 900 quadrant
shower with 2 shower heads. The frosted window looks onto the rear
garden. Ceramic floor tiles, halogen down lighters, illuminated
heated mirror and double radiator.
From the inner hall, the main staircase leads to the:
First Floor
Living and Dining Room Area
40' 8" x 16' 9" (12.40m x 5.11m) The first floor is almost entirely
open with the emphasis on natural light. Six windows look out to
the front and the rear of the property. There is also a large
opening roof window and a triangular feature window at the apex of
the east gable. The green oak frame has five distinct bays,
allowing this space to be n++dividedn++ and used for a variety of
purposes... perfect for family living.
One end bay is currently used as the lounge, with the dining area
adjacent to the kitchen. Top-quality engineered European Larch
flooring is used throughout, the roof is lit by spotlights and the
walls by wall-wash lighting. Four large double radiators. The floor
is engineered to support a multifuel stove, if required.
Kitchen
16' 8" x 10' 9" (5.08m x 3.28m) The generous kitchen is continuous
with the main living space, and features a large window with views
of the garden and Mendips beyond. The range of floor and wall
cabinets includes a pullout larder and carousel corner unit. The
worktops are solid oak, and the black ceramic double sink has a
tall monobloc stainless steel mixer tap and high-quality ceramic
splashback tiling. There is plumbing for a dishwasher, space for
freestanding units and a range cooker with stainless steel
splashback and extractor hood. The floor is finished in premium
engineered Beech and is engineered to support the weight of an Aga,
if required.
From the dining area, a step leads down to the:
Galleried Study Area
11' 5" x 5' 4" (3.48m x 1.63m) Overlooking the reception hall, this
green oak gallery has previously been used as childn++s/occasional
bedroom and an office. It is currently used as a snug.
The Outside of the Property
At the front, the garage is accessed via a gravelled forecourt with
space for 2 cars bounded by a low natural stone wall. A wooden gate
and 6 broad steps lead to the gravelled courtyard. Decking flanks
the front door and there are ground-level and raised flower beds. A
further four steps lead to a higher level with a small grassed
area, borders and gravelled path to the side and rear of the house.
The rear garden is reached by a broad flight of steps and has been
landscaped into a series of n++garden roomsn++. Mature trees and
established shrubs provide year-round interest. This very private
south-facing garden is separated from the field beyond by a mature
hedgerow.
Double Garage
22' 5" x 20' 2" (6.83m x 6.15m) A large area with power and
lighting. It is an entirely usable open space with no supporting
pillars. One long wall is fitted with sturdy wooden shelving, with
a workbench on the back wall. The garage has twin up-and-over steel
doors, two strip lights and outside courtesy lighting.
About the Property and the Area
A stunning detached house created 16 years ago to a bespoke design
on the site of a former coaching halt to provide a contemporary
family home constructed around a structural green oak frame. This
impressive home is being offered to the market for the first
time.
Cross is a sought-after village with immediate access to the Mendip
hills and two popular pubs. Just over one mile away, the mediaeval
market town of Axbridge has shops, post office, pharmacy, doctor's
surgery, primary school, pubs and restaurants. Oakwood House falls
into in the catchment area of Weare First School, Hugh Sexeys
Middle School and the Kings of Wessex Academy in Cheddar. A number
of independent schools, including Sidcot, Wells Cathedral and
Millfield are within easy reach. The A38 offers easy access to
Bristol and Bristol International Airport, and the M5 motorway is 7
miles away.
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