Downend House Farm, Dovercourt Road, Bristol

This impeccably crafted and thoughtfully expanded four-bedroom family home seamlessly blends space with elegance—a true reflection of the owners' exceptional craftsmanship and innovative design.

Overview

Packed full of charm, this home will enchant you as soon as you step through the door.

Internally, the layout demonstrates a masterly command of space, light, and materials. The bold entrance hall provides plenty of space and access in either direction to the ground floor living spaces. The substantial open plan dining room and lounge is the heart of the home, it is a versatile space perfect for entertaining. A warming wood-burning stove embedded in the wall combines with the engineered oak flooring to create a cosy atmosphere, whilst harmoniously tying the living areas together. The showstopper Warendorf kitchen has a generous provision of space for cooking, with appliances housed discreetly within lines of bespoke joinery, topped with Silestone Calacatta Gold countertops.

A generous master bedroom with an ensuite sits at the top of the stairwell. Further down on this level a sizable landing is brimming with light from a large arched window. Leading off of the landing are two double bedrooms and the family bathroom which is adorned with custom black slate tiles.

On the top floor is an impressive light-filled loft conversion with thoughtful use of space to include a double bedroom and an office/single bedroom. The bedroom on this level benefits from large Velux windows offering impressive vistas of Horfield and beyond. Storage is not something you’ll have to worry about in this house as there is 20sq.m of additional boarded loft space.

Sustainability was at the forefront of the refurbishment - income generating solar panels as well as solar batteries have been installed to significantly reduce living costs and environmental impact.

Outside

The main living area opens directly to the rear garden, it is beautifully enclosed, defined by it's snug, sheltered seating area, an intimate space for relaxation. Adjacent to this is a timber-framed shed, an excellent space which could act as a workshop. The front garden is rich with mature plants and enjoys sun throughout the day, at the far end a tasteful pergola covers a seating area, perfect for barbeques and alfresco dining. There is off-street parking provision for three cars, with a charging point for electric cars.

Location

Downend House Farm is a hidden gem located just off of Dovercourt Road. It is conveniently situated to the nearby green open spaces of Horfield Common and Purdown/Stoke Park. You are positioned perfectly to take advantage of everything that the area has to offer, you’ve got interesting places for breakfast/brunch in Burra or Fed 303, and local pubs like The Lazy Dog or The Wellington. The property is walking distance to Ashley Down Road Primary school and falls into the catchment of highly-reputed Fairfield high school as well as Brunel Field Primary School and Trinity Academy. This side of Bristol also offers residents access to the countryside of South Gloucestershire as well as the M4 and M5 motorways. The property is also only a short walk from the Ashley Down train station site, estimated for completion in 2024.

We think...

A truly unique home, bursting with character - perfect for a family looking for a place to call their very own.

Material information (provided by owner)

Freehold and Council Tax Band C.