Property description
A rare & special rural retreat in a truly amazing & beautiful countryside heritage setting but not isolated or remote an easy 6 miles from Bristol city centre. A superbly presented 4 double bedroom (or 3 bedroom, 2 reception) character residence, circa 2619 sq ft, forming part of a magnificent grade II* listed country mansion estate offering tranquillity and a touch of genteel grandeur in a spectacular location surrounded by rolling green acres, deer park, woods and parish church. Has two unallocated parking spaces (and a third unallocated space by management company sanction), together with the immense benefit of stunning iconic communal gardens & grounds with arboretum.
A beautifully renovated 4 double bedroom (or 3 bedroom, 2 reception) residence in the countryside within a privileged community of 18 homes created by the inspired and visionary late 1970's conversion of the extensive and rambling grade II* listed Barrow Court, once the seat of members of the fabulously wealthy Gibbs family - more famous now for nearby Tyntesfield which has become a jewel of the National Trust.
GROUND FLOOR
RECEPTION HALL: - (overall dimensions inclusive of staircase and cupboard under stairs 26'3\" x 7'7\" max/5'7\" min) (8.00m x 2.31m/1.70m)
rustic and ancient studded and panelled front entrance door, ornate ceiling cornice, windows to front and rear, flagstone floor, fine wide period staircase with handrail and balustrade rising to upper floors, understairs storage cupboard, electricity meter cupboard.
CLOAKS/WC: - (5'10\" x 4'9\") (1.78m x 1.45m)
fully tiled walls and floor, contemporary white suite, low level wc, hand basin.
RECEPTION ROOM 2/BEDROOM 4: - (17'0\" x 12'4\") (5.19m x 3.76m)
period style fireplace surround/overmantel (decorative only).
KITCHEN & DINING ROOM: - (overall max âL' shaped dimensions 17'11\" x 17'8\") (5.45m x 5.39m)
impressive high quality kitchen base and wall units incorporating drawers, cupboards and work surfaces including an island unit with breakfast bar and inset 4 ring induction hob, single drainer sink unit with rinsing bowl and mixer tap, dishwasher, waist level electric oven/grill and microwave oven, fridge and freezer, corner enclosure with oil fired boiler.
UTILITY ROOM: - (8'7\" x 4'2\") (2.62m x 1.27m)
matching range of fitted units incorporating stainless steel single drainer sink unit, cupboards and work surfaces with space under and plumbing for washing machine, tiled floor.
FIRST FLOOR
EXTENSIVE LANDING: - (overall dimensions including staircase approx 26'0\" x 5'7\" min/12'0\" max) (7.92m x 1.70m/3.66m)
ornate ceiling cornice.
DRAWING ROOM: - (18'4\" excluding bay x 16'6\" to front of bookcase) (5.60m x 5.03m)
dual aspects - one across a courtyard to the church from a charming bay with window seat, the other with views over fields and farmland to trees in the distance, open fireplace with fine stone surround/overmantel, handsome panelled walls incorporating a generous book case, all with ornate ceiling cornice and sections above, floorboards.
BEDROOM 1 with Luxury Shower Enclosure: - (overall dimensions 17'0\" x 12'4\" max into chimney recess) (5.18m x 3.77m)
views across to fields and farmland, fully tiled walls and floor to the luxury walk-in shower enclosure with flexible handheld shower head and hose plus fixed drench rose.
SEPARATE WC: - (6'0\" x 5'2\") (1.83m x 1.57m)
fully tiled walls and floor, contemporary white suite, low level wc, hand basin.
SECOND (TOP) FLOOR
EXTENSIVE LANDING: - (23'10\" x 9'5\" max/5'8\" min) (7.26m x 2.87m/1.73m)
access hatch to roof space, Airing Cupboard with pressurised lagged hot water cylinder.
BEDROOM 2 with Luxury Bath Tub: - (17'0\" x 12'5\" max into chimney recess/rear of built in boxed shelves) (5.19m x 3.78m)
period style fireplace (not functioning), boxed storage/display shelves built into the chimney recesses, views of fields and farmland, luxury white slipper style bath on a tiled floor with mixer tower column tap and flexible handheld hose and shower head.
BEDROOM 3: - (minimum dimensions excluding a large storage closet, both window bays and a double wardrobe 15'5\" max x 13'0\") (4.70m x 3.96m)
dual aspects - one via a small shallow window bay, the other from a deep wide recessed bay with views over fields and farmland, double wardrobes, built-in shelved cupboards, big full width 3'8\" deep storage closet/cupboard accessed via twin doors.
OUTSIDE
COMMUNAL GARDENS & GROUNDS:
amazing well maintained landscaped communal grounds including viewing platform with exceptional views over surrounding countryside, ornamental pond, extensive lawned areas and two follies, extensive spinney, arboretum and tennis court.
PRIVATE LAWNED AND BORDERED FRONTAGES:
PARKING:
there are two unallocated parking spaces alongside the church wall. Entitlement to a third unallocated parking space alongside the property's return frontage is sanctioned by the management company. There is also a visitor parking area.
IMPORTANT REMARKS
VIEWING & FURTHER INFORMATION:
available exclusively through the sole agents, Richard Harding Estate Agents, tel: 0117 946 6690.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS:
only items mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. All carpets are included but any other items of this nature are not included but may be available by separate arrangement.
TENURE:
it is understood that the property is leasehold for the remainder of a 999 year lease which commenced on 24 June 1978. This information should be checked by your legal adviser.
SERVICE CHARGE:
service charges for maintaining the communal gardens and management of outside areas, inclusive of water and sewerage charges, currently total £433 per month. This information should be checked by your legal adviser.
PLEASE NOTE:
1.The photographs may have been taken using a wide angle lens.2.Any services, heating systems, appliances or installations referred to in these particulars have not been tested and no warranty can be given that these are in working order. Whilst we believe these particulars to be correct we would be pleased to check any information of particular importance to you. 3.We endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable but they should not be relied on as statements or representations of fact and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The seller does not make any representation or give any warranty in relation to the property and we have no authority to do so on behalf of the seller. 4.Please contact us before viewing the property. If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. 5.Any floor plans provided are not drawn to scale and are produced as an indicative rough guide only to help illustrate and identify the general layout of the property6.Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations, listed buildings or other consents have been obtained. These matters must be verified by any intending buyer7.Please be aware that firstly, areas of first priority (AFP) for schools do change and, secondly, just because a property is located within an AFP this does not mean schooling is guaranteed for resident children. Please make appropriate enquiries of the local authority to ensure you are fully aware of the exact position prior to exchange of contracts.
Property Features :
- Over three floors with stone mullioned & leaded light windows & oil fired radiator central heating.
- Ideal for professionals, downsizers, weekenders and inveterate travellers wanting a safe secure pri
- Enjoy private and exclusive use of the iconic and atmospheric communal gardens and grounds. These
- There are numerous other lovely walks to be had in the surrounding countryside.
- Ground Floor: reception hall, cloaks/wc, reception room 2/bedroom 4, good sized modern kitchen/dini
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