Wallbridge House, Wallbridge

Fine & Country are delighted to present to the market this well-presented one double bedroom ground-floor apartment within this charming Grade II listed converted Manor House. The building is set on the edge of the town centre and is approached via an attractive tree lined driveway. Entered through a Tuscanpedimented porch the communal hall leads you to the apartments entrance. The accommodation in brief consists: Entrance hall, Living/dining room with sash windows, timber shutters, ornate cornice and fireplace, stylish kitchen, shower room and double bedroom. High ceilings and character features add to the charm of this apartment. Outside will be found the communal off road parking and gardens. Ideal first time buy or lock up and leave weekend retreat. No Chain.

History: In 1470 Wallbridge Mill belonged to Thomas Bigge. In 1608, it was apparently occupied by a clothier called William Trotman, who had six employees, giving an impression of the small scale of cloth-making firms at this date. In 1761, when it was bought by Samuel Watts, clothier, Wallbridge Mill consisted of three fulling mills, a gig mill, a dyeing furnace, a brewing furnace and a dwelling house. His descendants sold the mill in 1820 to the Smith brothers, who were dyers, and they held it until 1870. It was then purchased by the Stonehouse and Nailsworth Railway Company, which partially demolished it to make way for the railway viaduct they built across the River Frome. After the railway had been built, the rest of the mill was eventually sold back to Howard & Powell, cloth manufacturers, who continued to make cloth here until the late 1950s. The mill buildings were demolished in 1964, although sections of what may have been the dye-house still remain to the east of the railway viaduct. Wallbridge House was the mill owner's house. It was rebuilt in about 1800, as a three-storey, ashlar-fronted house of five bays.

Amenities: Stroud is one of Gloucestershire's most popular market towns, situated at the convergence of the five valleys amongst the famous Cotswold countryside. A blend of rich industrial heritage and contemporary amenities. A bustling street market together with town centre shopping, pubs, restaurants and bistros are all within walking distance. There are first class schools catering for all grades and age groups. As well, there is an excellent bus service around the area. The M5 Motorway is also close by bringing the larger cities of Gloucester, Cheltenham and Bristol within easy commuting distance.

COMMUNAL ENTRANCE
Timber front door under a tuscanpedimented porch, stairs leading to the upper floors, attractive features include a feature window and curved balustrade.

ENTRANCE HALL
Access to ceiling storage and radiator.

LIVING/DINING ROOM - 15'11" (4.86m) x 13'11" (4.24m)
Two sash windows to front with timber shutters and storage under, sash window to side, high ceiling with ornate cornice and picture rails. Decorative fireplace with surround and mantle, two radiators and Oak flooring.

KITCHEN - 8'9" (2.66m) x 4'8" (1.41m)
Window to side. Stylish modern range of fitted wall and base units complemented with block edged work surface, inset Butlers style sink with mixer tap, tiled splash backs, fitted electric hob with oven under and filter hood over, space for fridge and plumbing for washer/dryer. Wall mounted Vaillant combination boiler.

BEDROOM - 9'4" (2.84m) x 8'11" (2.73m)
Window to rear with timber shutters, coving and radiator.

SHOWER ROOM
Window to rear, suite comprising shower cubicle, low level W/C and wall mounted wash hand basin. Tiled splash backs, chrome heated towel rail, airing cupboard and tiled floor.

OUTSIDE
Communal parking and gardens. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn.

AGENTS NOTE
Tenure - Leasehold with share of freehold
Lease length - 300 years from 22 December 1982
Ground Rent - £Nil
Maintenance charges - £65 Per Month

The building is Grade II Listed.

We recommend that these details are checked by your legal adviser as they could be subject to change.

SELLING AGENT
Fine & Country
17 George Street
Stroud
Gloucestershire
GL5 3DP

01453 751661
clive.brown@fineandcountry.com
www.fineandcountry.com

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Stroud District Council - Band A

EPC
Exempt

Directions
For SAT NAV use: GL5 3JS

Leave Stroud via the A46 Bath Road heading in the direction of Nailsworth. Turn left immediately after the turning for the Kwick-Fit garage, indicated by our `For Sale` board. Follow the driveway for a short distance where the building will be found on your right hand side.

Council Tax
Stroud District Council, Band A

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.