Property Name: Echo Villa

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This lovely traditional Victorian family home on the outskirts of Bath is Spacious and sunny with wonderful south-facing gardens, tremendous views down to the river and surrounding countryside and private car-parking for up to 6 cars.

A large entrance hall with pretty rugs and an elegant wrought-iron staircase marks the centre of the house and all rooms lead off from here. There is a comfortable living room with two sofas, armchairs, a lovely coal effect gas fire and large flat-screen television with DVD. Across the hall is a formal dining room, richly furnished with claret walls, heavy drapes and mahogany furniture, the dining table seats 8 and huge double doors open it up to a family room.

The family room at the rear of the house has a grand bath stone fireplace housing a cosy wood burning stove with the added comfort of a sofa and television. A pine table and four chairs are placed in a large sunny bay and it`s a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the garden and views. There is a bright and airy shaker-style kitchen, well equipped to cater for hearty appetites. There are two fridges and a freezer, a gas hob and double electric oven, a small dishwasher and lots of cupboards and cooking utensils. There is a separate utility/ cloakroom with a washing machine and dryer.

Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to pretty and well furnished bedrooms. The master bedroom has a large bay from which to admire the glorious views, and a large romantic ensuite with wc, bidet, bath and small separate shower. The Victorian tiled bathroom has a wc, basin and roll-topped bath (with shower over) overlooking the garden. The charming second double room also looks out over the hills. There is a further twin and single room. All have lots of wardrobe space and storage and the decorative addition of original Victorian ornate fire-places. The attic space has been converted into a den with futon couch (to sleep up to 2) and bean-bags, television, dvd, playstation and games. It has a low ceiling and is accessed up a loft ladder - great for the kids.

There is a large sloping garden to explore with handsome Bath stone patios and lots of seating to soak up the sun. There are terraced lawns and flowerbeds, a wonderful deck for dining alfresco (table seats 8), swings for toddlers, a netted trampoline and even space to kick a football. There is hard standing for up to 6 cars behind high stone walls and a bolted double gate for security.

Bath City Centre is 1.5 miles away with a vast array of galleries, museums, shops, restaurants, architectural and historic sites. It is a 30 minute walk along the picturesque Kennet and Avon Canal. Alternatively, there is a regular Bus service, or a taxi, even a river boat ferry during the summer. (Timetable at the Pier behind Bathampton Mill). Across the Toll Bridge to Bathampton is the Bathampton Mill, for a stylish bar and great food, or The George Pub for drinks and country dining. If you enjoy walks, the canal tow path goes to Bradford-upon-Avon, a picturesque and historic mill town. There are bicycles and boats for hire at Dundas Locks (Tel. 01225 722292).