Property description
Superb detached rural property with superb facilities. Offering well proportioned versatile living accommodation. Mature formal gardens, swimming pool, tennis court and paddock. Total plot 9 acres. Further land available via separate negotiation.
Situation
Located within the highly sought after Chew Valley, renowned for its rural lifestyle the Chew Valley offers superb walks together with footpaths and bridal ways or even fishing on the lakes. Within the village of Chew Stoke (1.5 miles) you will find a village pub together with the Grade II* listed church of St. Andrews. Day to day amenities are on offer in Chew Magna (3.2 miles) include a well stocked village shop, butchers, coffee shop, post office and bank. Well regarded state education is on offer locally at the Chew Valley Secondary School. Private education is also popular with local families with many attending Millfield, Wells Cathedral School, Downside and Clifton College. Bristol (9.8 miles) offers excellent retail outlets within the centre, whilst Clifton boasts a variety of gastro pubs, bars, bistros and various boutiques. The historic City of Wells (England's smallest City) is just 14 miles away and offers further retail facilities. Train links are available at Bristol Temple Meads, whilst Bristol International Airport only 4 miles but off any flightpath, offers travel for those seeking destinations further afield.
Description
Split over two floors the property enjoys wonderful blend of period features and moderns style including exposed beams, natural stone walls, oak floors and door frames, contemporary kitchen units with granite work tops and fully fitted bathrooms. Entered via the Reception hall with doors off to the Garden Room that takes advantage of views over the outdoor pool and fields and open countryside beyond, The superb open plan Sitting / Dining Room houses a wood burning stove which is very much the heart of the home, this leads through to the formal dining room which has floor to ceiling glazing and views over the courtyard garden. Also on the ground floor is two bedrooms both with en-suite facilities, an additional office accessed via the courtyard, perfect for those who work from home and useful store room.
The first floor comprises master bedroom with en-suite shower and bath with views over open countryside, a further bedroom with en-suite shower and bath. An additional bedroom is accessed via a separate staircase from the entrance hall this is serviced by the downstairs shower room.
Outside
The property is approached via a wooden gate which opens onto a gravel driveway which leads onto the parking area and triple garage. To the side and rear there are mature gardens, mainly laid to lawn with a mixture of trees, herbaceous boarders and box hedging. Stables and loose boxes provide shelter with paddocks beyond. Total plot circa. 9 acres.
Directions
Proceed out of Chew Magna along Chew Lane, continue through Chew Stoke taking the right onto Pilgrims Way (just after The Stoke public house). Just before crossing the River take the left onto School Lane after approximately 1 mile turn right onto Lower Strode. Manor Farm Barn will be located a short drive along on the right hand side after approximately 0.4 miles.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.
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Property Features :
- Abundance of period features
- 14.8 acres
- Indoor and Outdoor swimming pools
- Tennis court
- Contemporary kitchen