House For Sale £600,000
Built in 1881, Alma Villa was a significant property in town, believed to be built and occupied by the stone masons manager and evidence of intricate carvings showcasing the works. Although, visually, it looks like one property, it is actually semi detached and there is still potential to extend further. 1881 was the year of the "Battle of Alma", so it is believed this is where the name came from. The attention to detail in the stone carvings outside show that someone very talented indeed created the façade. See if you can spot the little gargoyles keeping watch on the front! Although semi detached, this half of the building has the use of the main central front door, with it's beautiful stone porchway complete with intricate carvings and Victorian tiles. Once through the front door, the hallway also showcases the original tiles, dado rail and opens up to the right into the lovely bay fronted sitting room. A lovely cosy space with a stunning Bath stone carved fireplace with Victorian arch inset and grate. Not currently used as an open fire, this could be explored and the chimney swept and lined again to offer a wood burner or open fire option. Further along the hallway is an excellent sized dining room with large storage cupboard, lots of light thrown in from the glazed door to the rear garden and access through to a useful utility room and cloakroom/WC. The shaker style kitchen has been cleverly designed to make maximum use of all wall space, and includes double eye level oven, integrated dishwasher, fridge freezer and useful pull out larder unit. The lovely window above the sink has views across the garden and the side door gives an additional access point onto the patio. It also benefits from underfloor heating in addition to the main gas central heating throughout.
On the first floor there are 3 wonderful bedrooms. A very large bay fronted Master suite is full of character, open views to the front, several built in wardrobes and an access door to the Loft room staircase. We'll come back to that later! The 2nd bedroom is a substantial double with views over the garden and an additional smaller room to the rear. Currently used as a dressing room, this space would also be a perfect office, child's single or cot room. The choice is yours ! The 3rd bedroom on this level is a generous single, which could fit a standard double if required and again has open views to the front. The family bathroom is fitted with a separate shower cubicle in addition to the bath and usual sanitary ware. Modern, but with a nod to the age of the property, this is a great room. Access to the stairs taking you to the loft room are through the main bedroom as indicated earlier and are easily manageable, but then you need to duck at the top to miss the character, original beam. As such, I can't describe this room as a bedroom, but it is certainly large enough and i'm sure any young adult or child would beg it to be theirs. There certainly is enough space for a generous child's room/playroom or large study/workspace. With loads of eaves storage cupboards, you haven't sacrificed storage for this space and the lovely old dormer window to the front adds character. Overall, It's so lovely to see a period home which has been thoughtfully modernised with replica double glazed sash windows and modern interior without being taking away from the age of the property. Decorated throughout in neutral tones, there are lots of options to put your own stamp on this wonderful family home.
Outside, the character continues, with a lovely old stone patio, featuring a raised pond, water feature and curved steps up onto a large level lawn. A large border to the left has been prepped with weed repelling material, ready for low maintenance bark to make the area easier to manage, but could be changed if preferred. In this border there is a "Beauty of Bath" heritage apple tree and fruiting plum tree. Framed by a low stone wall and further fencing, other borders and a wide variety of shrubs frame the lawn area. A large raised vegetable bed sits just alongside the patio and a side access brings you back to the front where there is space for 3 cars in addition to the useful single garage. To the side of the property is an open area of fields, extending towards the school playing fields further along.
Not Hastings road as you may know it, this glorious home is situated on a little know spur opposite Hastings Road, across South Street and is at the end of the road where there is no passing traffic. A hidden gem in the heart of historic and picturesque Corsham. There are many reasons why Corsham is so sought after. The flowering cherry trees framing the pretty cricket pitch, the historic buildings, and pedestrianised centre where peacocks strut around like they own the place. As they come from Corsham Court, you could argue that once upon a time, they did ! Corsham court itself is a stunning building in the heart of town and with expansive open spaces set around the lake available for everyone to enjoy. Once the walk is complete, finish it off with a browse through a wide range of independent shops and stop for a drink or something to eat in out excellent range of cafes, restaurants and public houses. A wide variety of primary schools, all within walking distance are available and the Corsham secondary school is set alongside the Springfield community campus where a gym, swimming pool, library, climbing wall and many other activities can be found. Access to Bath is easy via the A4 and is approx. 7 miles away. A regular bus route serves Bath but also will drop you right outside Chippenham rail station, where London Paddington can be reached in about an hour. The M4 and M5 access provides excellent transport links to many areas and makes Corsham one of the most convenient places to be located.
On the first floor there are 3 wonderful bedrooms. A very large bay fronted Master suite is full of character, open views to the front, several built in wardrobes and an access door to the Loft room staircase. We'll come back to that later! The 2nd bedroom is a substantial double with views over the garden and an additional smaller room to the rear. Currently used as a dressing room, this space would also be a perfect office, child's single or cot room. The choice is yours ! The 3rd bedroom on this level is a generous single, which could fit a standard double if required and again has open views to the front. The family bathroom is fitted with a separate shower cubicle in addition to the bath and usual sanitary ware. Modern, but with a nod to the age of the property, this is a great room. Access to the stairs taking you to the loft room are through the main bedroom as indicated earlier and are easily manageable, but then you need to duck at the top to miss the character, original beam. As such, I can't describe this room as a bedroom, but it is certainly large enough and i'm sure any young adult or child would beg it to be theirs. There certainly is enough space for a generous child's room/playroom or large study/workspace. With loads of eaves storage cupboards, you haven't sacrificed storage for this space and the lovely old dormer window to the front adds character. Overall, It's so lovely to see a period home which has been thoughtfully modernised with replica double glazed sash windows and modern interior without being taking away from the age of the property. Decorated throughout in neutral tones, there are lots of options to put your own stamp on this wonderful family home.
Outside, the character continues, with a lovely old stone patio, featuring a raised pond, water feature and curved steps up onto a large level lawn. A large border to the left has been prepped with weed repelling material, ready for low maintenance bark to make the area easier to manage, but could be changed if preferred. In this border there is a "Beauty of Bath" heritage apple tree and fruiting plum tree. Framed by a low stone wall and further fencing, other borders and a wide variety of shrubs frame the lawn area. A large raised vegetable bed sits just alongside the patio and a side access brings you back to the front where there is space for 3 cars in addition to the useful single garage. To the side of the property is an open area of fields, extending towards the school playing fields further along.
Not Hastings road as you may know it, this glorious home is situated on a little know spur opposite Hastings Road, across South Street and is at the end of the road where there is no passing traffic. A hidden gem in the heart of historic and picturesque Corsham. There are many reasons why Corsham is so sought after. The flowering cherry trees framing the pretty cricket pitch, the historic buildings, and pedestrianised centre where peacocks strut around like they own the place. As they come from Corsham Court, you could argue that once upon a time, they did ! Corsham court itself is a stunning building in the heart of town and with expansive open spaces set around the lake available for everyone to enjoy. Once the walk is complete, finish it off with a browse through a wide range of independent shops and stop for a drink or something to eat in out excellent range of cafes, restaurants and public houses. A wide variety of primary schools, all within walking distance are available and the Corsham secondary school is set alongside the Springfield community campus where a gym, swimming pool, library, climbing wall and many other activities can be found. Access to Bath is easy via the A4 and is approx. 7 miles away. A regular bus route serves Bath but also will drop you right outside Chippenham rail station, where London Paddington can be reached in about an hour. The M4 and M5 access provides excellent transport links to many areas and makes Corsham one of the most convenient places to be located.
