Horse Race Lane, Failand, North Somerset, BS8

A period gem and country estate with magnificent elevated views.

Description

A magnificent stone built country house and estate with origins dating back to circa 1871 and with later Edwardian influences. Failand Hill House has evolved significantly during the lengthy tenures of the occupants and enjoys an unrivalled position. Standing amongst established gardens, there are extensive grounds, stables and a tennis court with unrivalled elevated views extending across the immediate countryside and to the Bristol Channel.

Bathed in natural light and with high ceilings and plenty of original detail, the property is approached via the significant Edwardian entrance porch and leads through to the large and welcoming reception hall. There is a central oak staircase with galleried landing above and a parquet floor which extends through to the principal rooms which lie directly off. There are four versatile reception rooms: the drawing room has a sweeping bay overlooking the formal gardens with an additional casement to the side and there is a working fireplace. A more intimate sitting room lies adjacent with a further bay and window seat and a fireplace with a more contemporary wood burning stove. Beyond is the snooker room with French doors to a terrace and gardens and an inglenook provides an elevated view over the table with a magnificent fireplace backdrop. The dining room links seamlessly to the more recently refurbished kitchen and is excellent for formal entertaining. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with hand crafted wall and base units, an Aga, central island and combination of granite and solid wood work surfaces. There is generous occasional dining and access to the extensive cellars. The Orangery provides a more relaxed space overlooking the gardens and tennis court and is heavily used for day to day living. There are ancillary rooms located off the rear hall including a cloakroom, utility and a shower room with a door leading out to the enclosed courtyard and a another to the integrated garage.

The first floor features five bedrooms. The principal bedroom suite has an en suite bathroom and a dressing room. There are two further bathrooms, one of which is en suite to serve the remaining bedrooms. A guest wing is also available, self-contained and suitable for a housekeeper or additional income with attic rooms provide plenty of storage.

Failand Hill House stands in an elevated position with far reaching panoramic views which extend over the immediate formal, informal and outlying grounds, these extend to approximately 11.24 acres. There is a hard tennis court and various outbuildings as well as an intimate courtyard with ornamental pond and established Wisteria. A sweeping carriage drive provides parking and access to an integral garage. Further gates lead to additional garaging, ample car parking and three stables. Beyond is a large working yard with gated vehicular access. Gardens are formal and manicured with level lawns, an ancient Yew is strategically planted and gives protection from prevailing winds. Established trees are around the periphery and there is woodland, an orchard and plenty of grazing land.

Location

A quiet and more tranquil setting is hard to find or compare. Beautifully poised on an elevated escarpment and with magnificent views. Adjacent to the local cricket pitch and with extensive grounds, there are excellent rides over the nearby countryside and the tennis court provides its own dedicated entertainment.

There is access to Clifton and Bristol’s commercial centre as well as the motorway networks and within close proximity are established schools, state and independent, primary and secondary of particular note and merit The Downs School in Wraxall and Clifton College and Clifton High School.

There is plenty of green and open space with pleasant walks as well as golf courses, Bristol, Clifton and Long Ashton which are close by.

Bristol city centre is 7.5 miles distant and there are good motorway links. Rail services run from Bristol Temple Meads and Backwell with an extensive service nationwide.

Square Footage: 9,135 sq ft


Acreage: 11.24 Acres

Additional Info

Mains electricity
Mains water
Private drainage: septic tank & treatment plant
Oil central heating with air source heat pump for hot water
Annexe - LPG

Please note this property been treated for Japanese knotweed. For more information please contact the Savills agent