Tucked away on a peaceful pedestrianised lane in Frome, this colourful Grade II-listed cottage beautifully blends heritage charm with modern country living.
Spanning four floors (including the basement), the four-bedroom home balances cosy period rooms with light-filled contemporary spaces behind its weathered stone façade, including a striking open-plan kitchen and dining area created by a recent timber-clad extension.
Frome is Somerset's creative hub, and its character is reflected in Quarterley House's playful interiors and use of colour throughout. Painted window frames reflect the green tones of the garden, warm pastel tones contrast with bolder shades in the living room, and each bedroom has its own colour palette. Even the property's shared bathroom has its own distinct pastel decor, with a mosaic sink splashback and a walk-in shower with bold red and white striped tiling.
This vibrancy carries through to the sprawling cottage garden, which wraps around the front and west side of the house. Layers of lavender, herb gardens and wildflowers give the garden an untamed, romantic feel, with paved pathways and a raised paved seating area adding structure.
The landscaped garden is enclosed by weathered stone walls, softened by climbers and greenery and feels like a natural extension of the house, accessed by sliding doors from the airy kitchen that give the property an indoors/outdoor feel.
Inside, a handy entrance hall used for storing coats and muddy boots leads through to the open-plan kitchen and dining room, with sweeping views across the vibrant gardens. The bespoke Craigie Woodworks kitchen takes notes from nature, with oak cabinets and soft green tiling paired with sharper granite surfaces and brass fittings.
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A doorway connects the more modern kitchen space to the spacious living area, which feels more like a traditional country cottage with lower ceilings and exposed beams, deep-set sash windows and defined spaces; the main lounge area is
centred around an exposed brick-and-stone fireplace, with original flagstone underfoot. There's also a bathroom on this floor, and a cosy study or office space tucked away opposite the kitchen with herringbone-patterned flooring.
Adding to the cosy feel is a carpeted timber staircase painted in a rich ochre shade to match the sitting room ceiling and walls. On the first floor are three bedrooms, all similar in size, with views across the surrounding countryside, as well as a shared bathroom with a walk-in shower and pedestal basin.
A second staircase leads up to the top floor of the house and the property's most secluded bedroom, decorated in a muted colour palette, with sloping ceilings, exposed timber roof beams and plenty of natural light. There's also a spacious storage area.
Quarterly House is tucked away in Gould's Ground, a peaceful, walkable residential enclave in Frome that's home to some of the town's most charming period properties. Just over a 10-minute walk away lies Frome's vibrant town centre, renowned for its independent shops, beautifully preserved medieval and Tudor streets, and community spirit.
In the centre is Catherine Hill, a steep cobbled street with a continental feel, lined with artisan boutiques, antiques dealers, independent cafés and galleries that have helped establish Frome as one of Somerset's most creative market towns.
Hikers are spoiled for choice with Somerset's rolling hills in easy reach. Longleat Forest, the Mendip Hills and the villages of Mells and Nunney are all nearby, offering breathtaking walking routes throughout the seasons.
The property is on the market with Inigo for £950,000.
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