Semi-detached house for sale in Bristol BS39, 3 Bedroom

A charming country home set in a delightful location adjoining fields.

Location

Stowey is a small, unspoilt village within the Chew Valley. It lies south of Chew Valley Lake and north of the Mendip Hills, approximately 10 miles south of Bristol, 13 miles west of Bath and 13 miles north of the City of Wells. Stowey was in the ownership of the Strachey family for many years. The uninterrupted occupation of the Sutton Court Estate helped to maintain the architectural style of the village, which remains unspoilt. The Church is mediaeval and the brook, which rises near the church, is mentioned in Collinson's 'History of Somerset' 1791. Many social and sporting activities are shared with neighbouring villages, which include tennis, bridge, cricket, literature and film clubs. The beautiful Chew Valley Lake has bird watching, sailing and fishing facilities. There is a bus to the highly regarded Chew Valley secondary school. Main line stations are at Bristol Temple Meads, Bristol Parkway and Bath Spa and the property is perfectly placed for swift access to Bristol Airport.

Description

Set within the one of the region's most popular country locations within the heart of the delightful Chew Valley, this most appealing stone built cottage retains a good deal of character and is believed to date back to the late 1800's. During the course of the current vendors' 23 year ownership, the house has been well loved and thoughtfully maintained and modernised and now offers a wonderful opportunity for those seeking to enjoy all the benefits that rural living offers. Beautiful walks are on the doorstep, pubs, schools and convenience stores are close by and both Bristol city centre and Bath are an almost equal short drive away.

The cottage sits at the head of a generous gated driveway, toward the back of its lovely gardens which enjoy a fine outlook over the adjoining countryside. There is a great sense of privacy without a feeling of complete isolation and there is the comfort and security of neighbouring homes to one side.

Period features include exposed ceiling beams, oak doors, stone fireplaces and the original turned staircase winding up to the first floor. The entrance porch lead to a good size, open plan reception room overlooking the front gardens. The garden room is where the owners spend a good deal of their time, enjoying the triple aspect views and they certainly made a noteworthy improvement to the house when they added the smart, well fitted kitchen with a walk in pantry. All the first floor bedrooms are tastefully decorated in muted, neutral tones.

The gardens are certainly a joy, designed to incorporate a number of seating areas, raised vegetable and fruit beds, lawn and colourful flower beds. For those that enjoy pottering outdoors, there is a useful stone outbuilding, a greenhouse and a excellent summerhouse for relaxing in after a rewarding session of gardening!

Square Footage: 1239 sq ft