The Cedars, Frome
£1,295,000

A rare opportunity to acquire a striking, ultra-modern and eco-friendly home set in a
generous plot overlooking the picturesque River Valley of Willow Vale. Helling is one of only
three exclusive homes completed in 2018, and the only one to benefit from an additional
reception room on the entry level ground floor.

Visually, this architect-designed home is striking with its silver cedar cladding and glass
elevations, offering fabulous modern family living space arranged over three floors and
presented to an exceptionally high standard throughout.

You enter the property on the ground floor, into the entrance hall which opens out into a light
and airy reception room with floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views. This floor also
offers a large living room, a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room (which is
currently used as a study), and a cloakroom.

On the lower ground floor is a fantastic open-plan kitchen that includes a full range of
integrated Miele appliances including two ovens, gas and induction hobs, microwave oven,
steam oven, plate warming drawer/slow cooker, wine store and dishwasher; also on this floor
is a dining and family room with full-height sliding glass doors that lead out to the
entertaining terrace and gardens. There is also a large utility room, a cloakroom and a plant
room on this floor.

On the first floor is the principal bedroom suite, with a shower room, dressing room and
access out to the roof terrace. There are two further double bedrooms, one with a bathroom
and the other with a shower room. There is also access to the terrace from the upper
landing.

The property is approached through a gated entrance onto a private driveway where there is
parking for several vehicles in addition to the single garage.

The gardens comprise a large entertaining terrace which is accessed from the lower level
and wraps around two sides of the house, a two tiered lawn, planted borders and two
modern outbuildings which are currently used for gardening equipment and cushion storage.

Eco Credentials & Modern Features
The property has been thoughtfully designed with sustainability in mind, boasting:
•Excellent insulation and energy rating having been constructed under the Nudura Insulated Concrete Form Wall system.
•Triple glazed windows throughout with modern electrically operated sun and privacy blinds
•13 Solar panels which supply the hot water system, car charger and feed back to the grid.
•Intelligent lighting system
•Loxone smartphone and internet video and audio-enabled entrance system
•Loxone - smartphone and internet-enabled interactive heating and lighting control system.
•CCTV hard-wired external cameras with video recording
•Hard-wired monitored intruder alarm system
•A generous electrical specification including 5-amp lighting circuits in each room.
•Low energy light fittings throughout, with recessed LED down lighters and pendant lighting.
•Plant room housing mechanical ventilation system, water softening system and hot water storage
•Under-floor heating throughout

The property also benefits from an NHBC warranty with three years remaining.

The property is within easy walking distance of Frome's historic centre, which is renowned
for its atmospheric streets, quirky independent shops, cafés, galleries, and performing arts.
Regularly featured in 'Best Place To…' lists, Frome is now famous for its independent town
council, its innovative health care approaches, the monthly Independent Market, vibrant
community action, and the surprise performances of international stars at the Cheese &
Grain.

Babington House, the private members' club, with its swimming pools, tennis courts, gym,
bars, and restaurant, is only a short drive away, and the Hauser & Wirth Gallery in Bruton
and The Newt are also both within easy reach as are a number of Michelin restaurants.
Connections in the area are excellent, with the A37 and A303 (M3) nearby, providing access
to the wider motorway network. Frome, Westbury and Warminster stations all provide
regular rail services to London Paddington and London Waterloo.

Frome town centre 0.6 mile, Babington House 6.5 miles, Bruton 11.5 miles, Bath 14 miles