A truly outstanding, contemporary residence with simply breathtaking views over the Chew Valley.

Description

This exceptional barn conversion has been completed to the very highest standard with an extraordinary attention to detail throughout. Truly an exemplary example of stylish uncluttered design, the property exudes an understated elegance and is flooded with natural light throughout. Great care has been taken in ensuring the home benefits from extremely high energy credentials, achieving the much targeted but rarely achieved ‘A’ rated energy performance with terrific heat retention properties, efficient air source heating, solar photovoltaic cells, a full heat recovery system and highly specified thermal glazing throughout. All of which significantly minimalize the running costs of this large and impressive home. The conversion of the barn was devised and overseen by the current owners in 2015 and in 2021 they further enhanced the property through the addition of the outstanding wellness centre in the grounds with a large fitness suite and a beautiful pool with steam room and changing facilities. The internal finish of the wellness suite is of the same high standard as the main house and it has been thoughtfully designed such that it could be converted to a fully self contained annexe if so desired.

The property is approached via a secure electronic gate with an area of gravelled parking to either side of the drive with a cleverly concealed under croft parking area underneath the decked veranda. In keeping with the property, the approach grounds are planted with an array of neatly clipped evergreen shrubs and set off the lower part of the driveway, a five bar gate opens into a paddock interspersed with ornamental and fruit trees. The backdrop of the Mendip Hills with far reaching views toward the Bristol Channel and the Welsh Hills beyond is magnificent.

On entering the property, the front door opens to a central hallway with a pair of partially glazed doors opening into the wonderful open plan kitchen and living area. Engineered oak flooring runs throughout creating a great sense of space with a triple doors opening to the sun trap veranda. All windows feature electric blinds with Weinor electric awnings providing shade and shelter from the elements. A slate framed central island acts as both and informal breakfast area and focal point complementing the clean symmetry of the bank of white cabinets with high end integrated Neff appliances.

On the first floor there are four double bedrooms, all of which enjoy commanding views. There are four bathrooms in total that service the bedrooms, the principal suite being particularly impressive with a dedicated walk through dressing room. From the hallway, a staircase leads down to the lower level which houses a very large plant room with space for bikes and outdoor clothing. This may be accessed directly from the car port allowing access straight from a car into the property and staying completely dry. Within the plant room, there is the heat recovery and circulation system, an inverter for the solar energy, pressurised hot water tank and water softener. Running the full width of the property from this level is a home office which offers a myriad of uses such as games room or home cinema.

Location

Located just a short drive from the A38, Bristol and the Airport, Easter Barn is set in the heart of the beautiful Chew Valley, located at the foot hills of the Mendips and highly regarded due to its number of amenities. Butcombe itself is a small village situated 11 miles from the City and the village of Blagdon is about two miles distant and has a Post Office/General Store, butcher, Church, Village Hall, Primary School and public houses. There are secondary schools in Chew Magna, Backwell and Churchill. Nearby independents include Wells Cathedral, Sidcot, Milfield, Bristol and the Downs prep school in Wraxall.

For sailing and fishing nearby Chew Valley and Blagdon Lake are ideal and there are footpaths and bridle paths over the Mendip Hills. For golfers there are courses at Bristol and Clifton Golf Club in Failand, Burnham and Berrow at Burnham-on-Sea and Mendip Springs Golf Clubs at Congresbury.

Square Footage: 5,124 sq ft


Acreage: 0.77 Acres

Additional Info

Mains Electric
Mains Water
Private Drainage - sewage treatment plant
Air Source Heat Pump

Broadband speed up to 1000 mbps