Church Road, Winterbourne Down, Bristol, BS36

Quintessentially British and bursting with character, this eight bedroom detached cottage is a quaint rural haven. 

Located at the heart of the village of Winterbourne Down, bordered by the rolling fields of the Avon Valley. Formerly two cottages, now united as one, this property provides a surprisingly spacious and unique living space secured behind a walled garden with a gated driveway. 

Occupying a generous plot, Church Road offers the ideal opportunity for a buyer looking to renovate a traditional property. The property has much potential to be improved, yet the interesting period features found with abundance throughout can still be appreciated. 

Set over two floors, the property has two entrances, each offering access to any room. The ground floor accommodation consists of four reception rooms, two kitchens, a dining room, and two W.Cs. The space further incorporates a traditional style bar, wooden framed windows, exposed ceiling beams, and three beautiful stone hearths with log-burning fires. The rear rooms provide lovely views out over the gardens, with access provided via two stable doors, and a set of French Doors. 

The upstairs accommodation comprises eight bedrooms and two bathrooms. The principal bedroom boasts a symphony of light and wood, with large in-built storage options. There is also a shower cubicle and a vanity unit. There are five further rooms in use as bedrooms, whilst the remaining two are being utilized as a library and an office. At either end of the house there are bathrooms, one of which with a panelled bath, and the other a beautifully modern space with a thermostatic mixer shower. 

Externally, the property stands in generous mature gardens consisting of grassland as well as a tiered patio. There is one stone outbuilding, a shed, and a swimming pool, now derelict. 

The lawn is bordered by established trees, with a stone wall providing security. There are also fruit trees on the lawn, providing a wonderful space to sit and enjoy the views. The land continues through a wooded slope as far as the edge of the River Frome, and a makeshift pathway joins the Frome Pathway. 

At the top of the garden, there is a sizeable patio, with raised flower beds all in bloom. The patio extends to the detached double garage, which has an electric up and over door, and power. 

The village of Winterbourne Down is surrounded by picturesque countryside, including the Frome Valley Walkway; an important green corridor that flows through the villages and farmland of South Gloucestershire and the dense housing of northeast Bristol. The woodlands, meadows and walkways provide a valuable setting for wildlife. There are two local pubs within walking distance (The Golden Heart & The Cross Hands), whilst Winterbourne High Street boasts an array of amenities, including a convenience store, dentist and library. Additionally, there are three local schools in the area, namely Winterbourne Academy (OFSTED Good), St Michael's C of E Primary School (OFSTED Good) and Elm Park (OFSTED Good). In terms of transport, there are multiple bus links into Bristol and the surrounding areas, whilst Parkway Station is only 2.8 miles away. 

Entrance Porch

2.1336m x 1.2954m - 7'0" x 4'3"
The property is accessed via a two-panel composite front door which opens into the entrance porch and is comprised of; a wooden framed double glazed window, tiled flooring, wood paneled walls and ceiling, a ceiling light and 2x in-built wooden shelves. The entrance hallway is accessed via an internal timber door with an obscure glass pane.

Entrance Hallway

2.4384m x 3.6576m - 8'0" x 12'0"
Wooden flooring, a radiator, 2x wall lights, an under stair storage cupboard, and a wooden stair case rising to the first floor.

Living Room Two

4.572m x 3.8354m - 15'0" x 12'7"
The living room offers a wooden framed double glazed window overlooking the front garden, wooden flooring, a traditional stone hearth with a log burning fire, a radiator and a ceiling chandelier. Interestingly, the living room was originally in use as a Public House called the Mason's Arms.

Kitchen

2.4384m x 3.6576m - 8'0" x 12'0"
The kitchen, thought to have originally been used as a stable, consists of UPVC double glazed window overlooking the front garden, vinyl flooring, a range of wooden wall and base units with brass handles, white laminate worktops, 2x bar lights, 2x chrome utensil wracks, a John Lewis integrated oven, a Bosch electric hob, an overhead extractor fan, and space for 2x appliances.

Dining Room

3.3528m x 3.5306m - 11'0" x 11'7"
A UPVC double glazed window overlooking the rear garden, laminate flooring, 2x bar lights, and a radiator.

Hallway Three (Rear)

1.2192m x 2.2352m - 4'0" x 7'4"
A hardwood stable door, laminate flooring, 2x wall mounted cabinets, a radiator, and 10x ceiling spotlights.

W.C

0.9144m x 1.3208m - 3'0" x 4'4"
Laminate flooring, wooden paneled walls, a porcelain sink, tiled backsplash, porcelain toilet, a wall mounted cabinet, wooden toilet roll holder, a Worcester boiler, a light fixture, and 10x ceiling spotlights.

Living Room

3.6576m x 3.6068m - 12'0" x 11'10"
The living room offers UPVC double glazed French doors offering access to the rear garden, which feature stunning views over the private garden, carpeted flooring, a traditional style stone hearth with a log burning fire, exposed timber beams, a radiator and a ceiling light.

Home Bar

5.1816m x 3.302m - 17'0" x 10'10"
Previously operating as an Off Licence, this quirky entertaining space features a wooden framed sash window overlooking the front garden, carpeted flooring, a traditional style wooden bar with 2x lights, exposed timber beams, 2x wall lights and a radiator.

Entrance Hallway Two

1.2192m x 2.4384m - 4'0" x 8'0"
A stained glass external hardwood front door, 2x round windows, carpeted flooring, 2x coat wracks and a ceiling light.

Living Room Three

4.2672m x 3.3782m - 14'0" x 11'1"
A wooden framed sash window offering a front aspect view, laminate flooring, 4x wall lights, 1x ceiling light, a radiator, and a stone hearth with a log burning fire.

Kitchen/Diner

3.6576m x 9.398m - 12'0" x 30'10"
2x UPVC double glazed windows offering dual aspect views of the garden, a UPVC double glazed door with a clear glass pane, laminate flooring, a range of wooden wall and base units, white laminate and wooden worktops, 5x ceiling spotlights, a white tiled backsplash, plastic sink and drainer, a chrome towel rail, Cople oven with an electric hob, an overhead extractor, loft hatch, space for 3x appliances, a thermostat, and a wooden staircase rising to the first floor. The kitchen flows into an open-concept dining area which consists of laminate flooring, a ceiling light, 2x wall lights, 2x radiators, and 3x wooden shelves.

W.C Two

0.9144m x 2.2352m - 3'0" x 7'4"
A UPVC double glazed window with obscure glass, laminate flooring, a porcelain toilet, porcelain sink with a chrome tap, mirror, chrome towel rail, wall mounted cabinet and wooden wall paneling.

Landing

5.7912m x 0.6858m - 19'0" x 2'3"
The landing is comprised of four sections adjoining the
eight bedrooms and two bathrooms. By measurement, the landing space has been divided into four
sections (indicated on the floorplan) as follows: Section 1 - Adjoining bedrooms one, seven and eight. Wooden flooring, exposed timber beams, and 4x ceiling spotlights. Section 2 - Adjoining bedrooms four, six and bathroom two.Wooden flooring, a UPVC double glazed skylight, a
ceiling light, 1x ceiling spotlight and exposed beams. (6'0''x8'1'') 1.82m
x 2.46m Section 3 - Adjoining bedrooms two and five. A wooden framed window, wooden flooring, and a
wall light. (11'0''x2'9'') 3.35m x 0.84m Section 4 - Adjoining bedroom three and bathroom one. 4x panes of obscure glass, a loft hatch, wooden
flooring and 1x wall light.























(5'5''x5'0'') 1.52m x 1.52m

Master Bedroom

4.572m x 3.8608m - 15'0" x 12'8"
A UPVC double glazed window offering a rear aspect view, wooden flooring, in-built wooden wardrobes, 2x wall lights, 2x ceiling lights, a vanity unit, mirrored cabinet, loft hatch, a shower with a glass enclosure and a heated towel rail.

Bedroom Two

4.2672m x 3.7084m - 14'0" x 12'2"
A UPVC double glazed window offering a rear aspect view, carpeted flooring, in-built wardrobes, a porcelain sink, mirrored wall cabinet, wooden towel ring, a radiator, and a ceiling light.

Bedroom Three

3.3528m x 3.429m - 11'0" x 11'3"
A wooden framed sash window offering a front aspect view, wooden flooring, a radiator and a ceiling light. There is also an alcove with a wooden shelf in-built.

Bedroom Four/Study

2.1336m x 3.81m - 7'0" x 12'6"
A UPVC double glazed window offering a rear aspect view, wooden flooring, 2x radiators, ceiling light, loft hatch, and an in-built wardrobe housing the Vailant boiler.

Bedroom Five

3.3528m x 2.5908m - 11'0" x 8'6"
A UPVC double glazed window offering a rear aspect view, carpeted flooring, wooden paneled walls, an in-built wardrobe, a ceiling light, and a radiator.

Bedroom Six

2.7432m x 1.3208m - 9'0" x 4'4"
A wooden framed sash window offering a front aspect view, wooden flooring, a wall-mounted sink, radiator, wall-mounted cabinet and a ceiling light.

Bedroom Seven

2.7432m x 2.4384m - 9'0" x 8'0"
A wooden framed sash window offering a front aspect view, wooden flooring, exposed beams, an in-built wardrobe, s radiator. and a ceiling light.

Bedroom Eight

2.4384m x 2.4892m - 8'0" x 8'2"
A wooden framed sash window offering a front aspect view, carpeted flooring, a radiator, a bar light and 7x wall-mounted wooden shelves.

Bathroom

2.4384m x 1.9812m - 8'0" x 6'6"
A wooden framed window with obscure glass, tiled flooring, tiled walls, a paneled bath with a Mira Go shower and glass shower enclosure, a porcelain sink, wall-mounted mirror, chrome towel ring, ceiling light, porcelain toilet, and a radiator.

Bathroom Two

1.8288m x 2.159m - 6'0" x 7'1"
UPVC double glazed skylight, tiled floor, tiled walls, a thermostatic mixer shower with a glass screen and rainfall shower head, porcelain toilet, a vanity unit, chrome towel rail, and a ceiling light.

Outside

The property is accessed via a wooden gate, which opens into the brick-paved parking area. There is a low maintenance lawn spanning the length of the property, with a variety of mature bushes and shrubs for privacy. The boundary is secured via a stone wall. To the rear there is a sizeable tiered patio seating area, perfect for al-fresco dining, down the steps there is access to an outdoor pool area (not in use), and a stone outhouse. The bottom tier of the garden boasts an impressive and private lawn bordered by mature trees and a stream. There are multiple fruit trees, a shed, and raised flower beds. The garden extends down a wooded slope, reaching as far as the edge of the River Frome, and a makeshift pathway joins the Frome Pathway.

Garage & Parking

4.572m x 5.8166m - 15'0" x 19'1"
The property benefits from a 19ft detached double garage situated at the end of the driveway. There is an up and over door, light and multiple power outlets. There is parking via a brick-paved driveway at the front and side of the property which can accommodate 4+ vehicles. The driveway previously offered right of way for workers to descend to the valley to work on one of the many small quarries along the river.

Property Information

This property benefits from 272.52 SQM of internal space and is in council tax band F which is under South Gloucestershire Council.The tenure is freehold. There are two boilers; Worcester Bosch and a Vaillant, both initially installed around 1985, and are thought to have both been replaced within the last 12 years. The consumer unit was installed in c1982-5.