* Freehold
This wonderfully characterful three - bedroom house lies in a rural position at
the edge of the village of Flax Bourton, just six miles west of Bristol.
Expansive glazed walls invite an excellent quality of natural light throughout
internal living spaces, which extend to around 2, 000 sq ft over two storeys,
full of fantastic original features such as timber - clad ceilings, which follow
the dramatic pitch of the rooflines. A south - facing balcony and lower terrace
run the length of the house, and a series of private walled courtyards provide
secluded sunny spots to enjoy throughout the seasons. While the location feels
quiet and rural, Bristol city centre is a 15 - minute journey by car or 45
minutes by bike.
The Tour
The house is positioned off Clevedon Road at the end of a quiet, leafy lane.
Its archetypal modernist exterior of red brick, cream render walls and
extensive glazing is enveloped by luxuriant foliage from mature specimen trees
and shrubbery in the surrounding gardens. Primary access is through the front
door at the northwest end of the building, which leads into the central
hallway where carefully restored joinery and an original wall of orange glass
establish an immediate aesthetic that reveals its 1970s origins.
Reverse in its layout, stairs in the centre of the hallway lead up to a set of
incredibly bright living spaces, which extend over the first floor—off - white
walls and carefully preserved brick - bond parquet flooring flow throughout. Two
living spaces occupy each end of the plan, where pine cladding in the centre
of the ceiling creates a focal point, accentuating the voluminous pitched roof
above. Both rooms feature original metal fireplaces with slate and stone
hearths, and each has direct access to the balcony. The first sits adjacent to
the central stairwell, where an Indian Bean tree is framed by a wide window on
the front elevation, and white, open shelving sits neatly in the corner. The
other flows seamlessly from the central dining space, characterised by a
crimson feature wall and floor - to - ceiling windows that allow the tree canopies
to act as a backdrop that changes with the seasons.
A glazed, timber - framed arched door sits between the dining space and the
kitchen, which occupies the centre of the plan. Configured around a central
island topped with stainless steel, the kitchen has extensive storage
concealed behind beech cabinetry and a splashback with blue glass tiles of
varying tones; Neff and Bosch appliances are integrated. A bathroom with a
large walk - in shower sits at the top of the stairwell.
On the ground floor is a WC, two double bedrooms and an additional single
bedroom. A black tiled step at the front of the plan creates a striking
contrast with pale carpet and leads down into the main bedroom with built - in
wardrobes and an en suite.
Floor - to - ceiling glazing continues here, inviting an excellent quality of
light into the room. Large glass doors from both double bedrooms provide
access to the south - west facing garden room that occupies the space below the
balcony on the first floor. Lined with a wall of angled windows, it is a sunny
reading spot set among planters; terracotta tiles underfoot echo the brick on
the house's exterior. An external staircase leads up to the balcony above and
sits adjacent to a separate utility room with a sink and separate WC, which
can also be configured as an office space. Two garages occupy the space below
the living room at the southern end of the plan.
Outdoor Space
South - facing balconies, walled courtyards and plant - strewn terraces offer
plenty of outside space close to the house, with far - reaching views across the
surrounding open countryside. A small greenhouse sits at one end, off a paved
inner courtyard enclosed by a low terracotta wall. Mature specimen trees
surround the plot, creating a welcome dappled light and shade throughout
summer.
The Area
The home is positioned off Clevedon Road, which runs alongside an open pasture
lined with mature specimen trees. Just five miles south - west of Bristol, the
village of Flax Bourton is 15 minutes on foot. For locally grown produce, The
Gatcombe Farm Shop is a two - minute drive away, and there are two local pubs
within walking distance, The Bird in Hand and The George. Awarded a Michelin
Green star in 2021, The Ethicurean offers an excellent modern menu focused on
the bounty of fresh produce from its Victorian walled garden. It is a
15 - minute drive away or a 45 - minute cycle from the house.
Bristol can be easily reached in around 15 minutes by car. Well - served for
cultural activities and annual festivals, the city has a thriving art and
music scene; Arnolfini and Spike Island lead a yearly well - regarded programme
of contemporary exhibitions and performances. The Watershed, a well - loved
institution located along the city centre’s harbourside, hosts talks and
events alongside its programme of international film screenings.
The independent food scene in Bristol has shot up in recent years, with heaps
of restaurants cropping up in the centre and throughout the city’s
neighbourhoods. Notable highlights include Wilsons, an excellent independently
owned bistro on Chandos Road, Redland, co - founded in 2016 by partners Jan
Ostle & Mary Wilson, and for pasta, Little Hollows is a few doors down.
Casa, the excellent new outpost from Michelin - starred chef Peter Sanchez
Iglesias is set on the harbourside, while Bianchis in Montpelier and Cotto in
the city centre have great modern Italian menus. Occupying the ground floor of
a beautiful Grade II listed building on Baldwin Street, Marmo has an Italian -
focused menu and a great organic and biodynamic wine list created by former St
John / Luca couple Cosmo and Lily Sterck. Two notable family - run neighbourhood
restaurants Cor and Sonny Stores, are set on the city's south side. For
authentic Korean tongdak and kimchi fried rice, head to Bokman, halfway up
Nine Tree Hill in Stokes Croft.
Farro is the spot for modern viennoiserie, sourdough, soft serve in the summer
and for coffee, New Cut Coffee, Small Street Espresso and Full Court Press.
For sourdough pizza, head east to The Red Church or G Brothers - or for a
glass of wine and a small plate, Cave or Kask.
Surrounded by open countryside, the area is great for walking, running and
cycling. Tyntesfield and Ashton Court, an 850 - acre country estate with a deer
park, golf courses, cafés, and gardens, are both within a 10 - minute drive
away.
Excellent schools are nearby, including Backwell School, Badminton School,
Bristol Grammar School and Redmaid’s High School.
A bus service runs from the end of Clevedon Road to College Green in around 20
minutes. The M5 lies just 5 miles north, allowing London to be reached in
about three hours and 20 minutes. Direct trains run from Bristol Temple Meads
to London Paddington in an hour and 40 minutes.
Council Tax Band: F

Property location on the map: Use mouse double click to (Zoom IN: LEFT button; Zoom OUT: RIGHT button)

Similar properties: