5 bedroom house

A stunning five bedroom, Grade II listed barn conversion full of charm and character and located on a hillside setting in the village of Dundry, offering fantastic views over city of Bristol and beyond. Originally forming one of two barns that served Upper Grove Farm next door, South Grove was one of two farm buildings that was thoughtfully converted to create two desirable, adjoining dwellings in the 1990’s.

The property has been meticulously maintained and looked after during the current ownership and offers a consistently high standard of presentation throughout that is very rarely seen. South Grove is approached via a long, gated gravel driveway that provides a most pleasing arrival. Furthermore, South Grove offers good privacy and seclusion and enjoys external gardens woodland and field/paddock land amounting to circa 1.5 acres.

In summary this unique home offers a rare combination of an historic, character filled home that offers superb outside space with the added benefit of being a turn key purchase.

Summary Of Accommodation - The front door opens into an entrance vestibule which in turn opens into a welcoming entrance hall with cloakroom off and an attractive part stone timber staircase, leading to a galleried first floor landing. Limestone tiled floor throughout. There are two reception rooms reached off the entrance hall, the principle enjoying views over the front driveway and entrance. Exposed timber ceiling beams and natural stone walls give a feeling of cosiness. Attractive open fireplace with log burner and deep hearth. A door to one corner leads to a potential bedroom 5/office. The second reception/family room opens onto the rear patio and includes a limestone floor and Dakin air conditioning unit .

The original kitchen (now replaced with an impressive kitchen/diner) includes a range of timber base and wall units with granite work surfaces and integral fridge/freezer. Freestanding range cooker and Dakin air conditioning unit. The kitchen overlooks the rear garden and has an attractive limestone tiled floor throughout. Separate boiler/utility room. A smaller study/office/gym is reached off the kitchen and again provides access to the rear patio garden.

The inner entrance hall provides a link access to a magnificent (29.7 x 14.8) open plan kitchen/diner running the full depth of the house with window and door, openings onto the front and rear gardens. This magnificent and impressive kitchen recently installed includes a comprehensive range of contemporary style kitchen units with attractive marble effect granite work surfaces. Integral appliances include a washing machine, dishwasher, fridge freezer, wine cooler, AEG oven/microwave and Bosch coffee machine. A large central island unit includes a 5 ring ceramic hob unit and hidden integrated extractor unit. The kitchens generous proportions allows ample room for a family dining table and soft seating area to one end. Attractive grey timber laminate floor throughout to match the kitchen units.

The first floor bedroom accommodation is split in two parts, the master bedroom and en-suite being reached off the inner entrance hall to a galleried landing with good eaves storage. The master bedroom enjoys a pitched ceiling with doors to one end opening onto a timber decked balcony. Good eaves wardrobes and built in dressing table. Attractive well presented en-suite bathroom with panelled bath, W/C, and his and hers wash basins.

Beds 2, 3 and 4 are all reached off the entrance hall stairwell and landing. Bedroom 2 enjoys an en-suite bathroom and dressing room. Separate family bathroom finished to a high specification to include panelled bath, W/C and wash basin.

Externally, the house is reached across a private gravelled driveway with automated entrance gates opening onto Dundry Lane. There is a large, gravelled turning area and two paved patio areas to the front of the house. To the rear of the house the owners have cleverly laid Astro turf with attractive flower borders surrounding. Two generously proportioned areas of patio allow for external dining/BBQs and enjoy a south westerly facing aspect. A pedestrian gate to one end of the garden provides access to a secondary service driveway that also allows access to the neighbouring properties, namely East Grove and Upper Grove Farm.

Location - Dundry is a North Somerset village situated on Dundry Hill, between Bristol and the Chew Valley Lake. The city of Bristol is only four miles away and Bath is twelve miles to the west. Its lofty situation makes it a notable landmark in North Somerset and its dominance is emphasised by a spectacular fifteenth century church tower. Dundry commands some of the most extensive and beautiful prospects in the west of England, and by night Bristol’s lights create a breath-taking scene. The Dundry Inn public house in renowned in the area, and schools include a primary school with secondary schooling available at nearby Chew Valley, and a choice of private schooling in Bristol itself. The area around is well known for its beauty, activities and attractions. The Chew Valley and Blagdon lakes provide a host of activities whilst the nearby Mendips are popular and boast great walking, riding and unspoilt nature.

Directions - From Bristol take the A38 South. Pass Woodspring Golf and Country Club on your right hand side. After approximately half a mile (having past the petrol filling station) turn left into Dundry Lane. Follow the road up the hill for approximately half a mile and about one hundred yards past the fork in the road, observe several iron black bollards on your right hand side. These mark the electric gates that give access to the private driveway of South Grove.

Other Information - TENURE: We understand to be Freehold and Free.

SERVICES: We understand mains water and electricity. Private drainage and fibre broadband
(cat 5).

CENTRAL HEATING: We understand that an oil fired central heating boiler was installed and newly commissioned in 2020.

COUNCIL TAX : North Somerset Council
T: . We understand to be rates band G £3,167.00 per annum (2021/2022).

AGENTS NOTE. We are advised that, as well as the private field/paddock that the property owns, there is also a one third share of an additional paddock that offers a right of way to the other neighbouring owners as well as an addition access right approached from the rear of the house across neighbouring farmland.

VIEWINGS: Strictly by prior appointment with Hydes of Bristol - T: .

Important Note - Hydes of Bristol and any joint agents give notice that (i) they have no authority to make or give representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. (ii) Any areas, distances or measurements are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents and Hydes Of Bristol have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. (iii) In accordance with the consumer protection from unfair trading regulations, please note that the working condition of these services, or kitchen appliances has not been checked by the Agents but at the time of taking particulars we were informed that all were in working order. Please also note that current government legislation demands that as selling agents for this property, Hydes Of Bristol require written evidence of the origin/source of finance for funding for any prospective purchaser wishing to purchase this property. This confirmation shall be required prior to the vendor entering into any contract of sale and our instructions from the vendor are to this effect.



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