A late 1920’s detached family house with a large, south facing garden.

Description

A detached family house of immense character and charm situated at the head of this quiet and sought after cul de sac. Standing central and within a generous and level plot there are generous gardens and a sunny terrace. Constructed from rendered elevations in the late 1920’s and refurbished by the present owners during their lengthy tenure, the property offers a versatile and free flowing footprint with noticeable enhancements including double glazed windows throughout, a modern and comprehensive heating system and a tasteful and sociable kitchen/dining room.
The property is approached via the vestibule with a cloakroom and cloaks cupboard within. Bespoke double doors open through to the reception hall with a rising staircase to the upper floors. There are a principal rooms which lead off the kitchen/dining room and these include a formal drawing room with extensive glazing and doors overlooking the South facing garden and sun terrace. The fireplace remains the focal point with a slate hearth and inset wood burning stove with an ornate stone surround. The family room is dual aspect with access from the kitchen or reception hall and there is a home office for those requiring live/work prospects. The kitchen/dining room is the central axis with bifold doors opening onto the terrace and garden. The kitchen features a range of wall and base units with granite work surface. There is a Smeg gas range oven and other integrated appliances include a dishwasher, space for a freestanding fridge/freezer. Beyond is the utility with the prerequisite plumbing and a door leading to the rear garden. The first floor features the principal bedroom suite with built in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom. Adjacent is a twin bedroom suite which is served by an en suite shower room and is ideal for visiting family and young children and there are two further bedrooms served by a family shower room and separate WC. An attic bedroom is presently being used as a study room and there is also useful eaves storage space.
Of particular note are the gardens which are all level. To the front there are two lawns with pedestrian path bisecting and a drive with tandem car parking providing access to the integrated garage. There is a path to one side of the house and borders are resplendent with a variety of specimens including Acers, Cordylines and Palms. The rear garden includes a raised and flagstone terrace ideal for al fresco dining. A significant level lawn with shaped flower borders providing colour and a large degree of privacy, whilst the planning programme includes evergreens offering some dappled shade. The summer house overlooks the garden and is a pleasant and contemplative space.

Location

Stoke Bishop lies to the North-West of Bristol’s commercial centre and is adjacent to Durdham Downs with 400 acres of parkland. This quiet cul de sac has a wonderful family community and is extremely tranquil. The nature reserve in Sneyd Park offers flora and fauna and pretty walks. There are shops including a convenience store, post office and restaurants in Stoke Bishop Village. Henleaze and Westbury on Trym both have supermarkets including a Co-op for the former and a Waitrose for the latter.

There are schools state and independent and within BS9 two notable primary schools with independents available from Westbury on Trym, Henleaze and Clifton. There are health and leisure clubs, golf courses and health and tennis clubs all within proximity.

For the commuter there are good road links to the city centre as well as the motorway networks. Bristol has two main line rail stations serving the wider country, Bristol Parkway is the closest with an extensive service. Bristol Airport is approximately 11 miles distant has flights to a number of European and some long haul destinations.

Square Footage: 2,905 sq ft



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