5 Bed Detached House For Sale

The Old Rectory is a distinguished period residence, originally built as a parsonage for the benefice of Rode and Woolverton in 1840, first appearing on the Tithe map of that year. Recognized for its historical significance, the property was listed by English Heritage in 1984, following its sale into private hands a decade earlier. Having undergone a fastidious renovation by the current owners, this exceptional home now offers a rare opportunity to acquire a truly remarkable and refined residence.

Extensively extended in 2016 to incorporate a beautifully designed new ‘wing’, this exceptional home has been thoughtfully reimagined, offering an expansive layout that seamlessly marries luxurious modern comforts with the timeless charm of its historic character. The ground floor accommodation welcomes you with a generous entrance hall, which flows effortlessly into a striking open-plan kitchen, dining, and family room. Featuring bespoke contemporary cabinetry, a five-ring gas hob, a Mercury oven, and elegant granite worktops, the kitchen space is both functional and stylish. A bay window introduces an abundance of natural light into a seating and dining area, combining seamlessly with the kitchen to create an ideal open plan setting for modern living and entertaining.

An additional three reception rooms offer a variety of spaces to suit every occasion. The formal sitting room, presently used as a study, is distinguished by elegant sash windows that overlook a walled garden, and a grand marble fireplace, exuding timeless sophistication. A beautifully vaulted reception room, complete with a charming mezzanine level, exposed beams, and a feature log burner, creates an inviting and atmospheric setting, ideal for entertaining. The generous snug, with French doors leading directly to the garden, offers a perfect retreat for relaxation. Completing the ground floor, the property also benefits from a well-appointed boot room, a stylish bar area, two guest cloakrooms, and a plant room discreetly housing the essential functions of the home.

Period features continue to grace the first floor. The principal bedroom is a true sanctuary, featuring a luxurious ensuite and an expansive dressing room, which could also serve as a fifth bedroom if desired. In addition, there are four further beautifully appointed bedrooms, each with its own characterful feature fireplace and elegant sash windows. The family bathroom is equally impressive, offering both a sumptuous bath and a generously sized double-width steam shower, creating a spa-like experience within the home.

Externally

Approached via a gated, gravelled driveway that provides ample off-street parking, the property leads on to a detached double garage with two barn-style doors, and a studio space above. Currently used as a gym and for parking with the added benefit of an electric car charger, the garage has water and mains drainage already installed so is ideal for potential annex accommodation, subject to planning approval. The private garden, professionally redesigned in recent years, is an exquisite blend of practicality and beauty. It is thoughtfully divided into a flourishing kitchen garden with raised beds, alongside a meticulously manicured lawn area perfect for basking in the warmth of the evening sun, a seating area ideal for outside dining, and a cedar hot tub for relaxing in the evenings. The home also benefits from a stone outbuilding currently used as a storage shed, and a modern, bright garden studio/ summer house with light and power. Surrounded by mature planting and charming stone walls, this peaceful garden makes this a truly elegant country retreat.

The Old Rectory is situated in the popular Somerset village of Rode. The village benefits from a pre-school and Rode First School, a Post Office/village store, 2 public houses (The Cross Keys and The Mill at Rode) and St Lawrence Church. The surrounding countryside provides excellent walks including meandering strolls along the River Frome.

The village is well positioned for easy access to surrounding towns. The nearby World Heritage City of Bath (approx. 10 miles) provides a complete range of retail outlets together with many other amenities including The Theatre Royal, a number of fine restaurants and excellent sporting facilities. There is a mainline railway station providing direct high speed access to London Paddington, Bristol and south Wales.

Bradford on Avon (approx. 5 miles), Frome (approx. 5 miles) and Warminster (approx. 8 miles) provide further local amenities including retail outlets, pubs and restaurants, cinema and sporting facilities, and the town of Westbury (approx. 4 miles) provides additional high speed rail options for direct access to London Paddington.

The M4 motorway junctions 17 and 18 are both approximately 20 miles from the property with easy access to the M3 via the A303.