6 bedrooms House in Alexandra Road, Frome BA11
A Georgian gem in the heart of Frome - beautifully refurbished with impeccable style, this wonderful 6 bedroom house sits in glorious private gardens Set discreetly behind elegant stone walls, in the heart of historic Frome, Hemington House is a rare Georgian treasure. Built in 1810 and tucked into a private gardens running to two-thirds of an acre, this graceful, double-fronted house marries the charm of period architecture with thoughtful, design-led updates that make it as practical a home as it is beautiful. It sits proudly on Alexandra Road, a residential street celebrated for its neighbourly atmosphere with private electric gates leading onto a gravel driveway and a leafy garden that wraps around the house, cocooning it in calm. From the moment you step inside, it's clear this is a house with substance. A wide hallway sets the tone, with high ceilings, original cornicing and soft natural light filtering through refurbished sash windows. The sense of scale is generous but not overwhelming; there's elegance in the proportions, and a palpable warmth to the way each space has been lived in and loved. Over the past fourteen years, the current owners have invested in both craftsmanship and infrastructure restoring sash windows, rebuilding the surrounding stone wall, replacing underground piping, and installing a new boiler and water system, all whilst maintaining the original architectural integrity. At the rear of the house lies a truly exceptional kitchen, redesigned to merge two former rooms into one fluid space. Custom-built by renowned local makers Frome Interiors, the kitchen combines solid wood cabinetry with polished Italian marble countertops, open shelving and generous storage. A refurbished black Aga sits at its centre, gas-fired and serviced annually. This is a room that breathes perfect for entertaining, slow mornings, and family gatherings. Glazed doors open directly onto a sunny terrace and the garden beyond, where dinners often stretch long into summer evenings. Beyond the kitchen, a pantry and utility space provide the practical backbone every good house needs discreet, organised, and beautifully integrated. The library is a room that defines this house. Once a traditional drawing room, it has been reimagined into a rich, layered space of warmth and intellect. Vast bespoke bookshelves, crafted by a local carpenter, line the walls from floor to ceiling, making it the perfect place to retreat with a good book or gather with friends beside the wood burner. Soft light filters in through tall sash windows, and the scale of the room gives it an air of quiet grandeur. Whether it's a winter's evening curled up by the fire or a lively conversation among friends, the library holds it all with grace. Upstairs, the bedrooms are peaceful and full of natural light. Their proportions reflect the Georgian architecture, generous but refined and the atmosphere throughout is one of calm and subtlety. Bespoke built-in cupboards and shelving offer clever storage, while the bathrooms, refurbished six years ago, combine modern comfort with tactile materials. The top floor, long since integrated as part of the main accommodation, has fireplaces of its own and lends itself perfectly to guest rooms, teenage dens or working from home. With no loft conversion needed, the space feels authentic and full of potential, whether for play, work or rest. The garden opens up behind the house, with a wide central lawn that flows gently downhill, flanked by stone walls, mature trees, and pockets of flowerbeds bursting with colour through spring and summer. A broad terrace just off the kitchen becomes a natural extension of the house in warmer months with enough space for outdoor dining, lounging, and entertaining under the open sky. The garden has an unpretentious charm.
6 Bedrooms : 2 Bathrooms : Shower Room : Separate WC : Guest WC/Utility Room : Reception Room : Kitchen/Dining Room : Drawing Room : Study/Library : Playroom : Pantry : Cellar : Garden : Driveway
£1,600,000