Sweetwater Lane, Thornbury, BS35

The house occupies a charming position, set amongst the rolling South Gloucestershire hills. Located on a peaceful single-track lane the house enjoys fine views to the south over the abutting farmland and beyond. The current owners have enjoyed the house for over 20 years and have renovated and extended the house substantially during that time. They have created a wonderful family home, nestled in the countryside, yet within reach of the many village and town amenities that this area has in abundance.
Latterly the owners have created a successful livery business. There is no obligation to continue this business, albeit provides a low maintenance income stream and access is completely separate from the main house.
The house itself has retained some charming features from the original period property, whilst benefitting from a couple of well-designed extensions and is double-glazed throughout. Life is centred around the large, family kitchen/dining room with walk-in pantry. This room has maximum involvement with the garden beyond, through its large windows and two sets of French doors which lead directly onto the patio. It is fitted with a good number of solid wooden units and has both a dining area and sitting area, complete with wood burner. The large utility/boot room, a necessity for a house with land, houses a run of units with plumbing for washers/dryers, a wine fridge and ample space for coats, boots, dogs, etc.
The main sitting room retains a charming feel with twin fireplaces, a log burner and double doors onto the patio.
The first floor provides four bedrooms with three bathrooms, including a master bedroom suite of bedroom, dressing room and shower. All rooms enjoy open countryside views.

Outside

The main house has a wonderful, south facing view over its own gardens and farmland beyond. The main garden has been designed and nurtured by the current owners, who have created a lovely mix of formal garden, with well-stocked beds and unique features such as a flowering Japanese cherry tree walk and large patio from which to relax and enjoy the sun. There is also a large vegetable garden and rear paddock, complete with pond. The home office is located near to the back door of the house and has internet, electricity and a wood burner.
A second driveway from the road, leads to the equestrian area where there is ample hardstanding for large vehicles.
The majority of outbuildings are arranged together including the main stable block, portal frame barn, strawbale workroom and American Barn (with two stables and additional tack room). There is also a separate stable, with a standalone paddock. The arena is next to the main stable block and then opens to the paddocks beyond. The land is largely open paddock with stock-proof fencing, hedging and mature trees on the boundary.

Situation

Mumbleys is a small hamlet located between the sought-after villages of Elberton and Olveston. It is 2 miles from the market town of Thornbury which has many amenities, shops, restaurants, supermarkets and schools. There is a local cricket club at Old Down as well a well-regarded pub – The Fox. There are a wide variety of walks, local shop and pubs in the network of villages that surround the area. Bristol City Centre is only 14 miles away and Bristol Parkway (high speed trains to London in 72 minutes) is 8 miles away.

Additional Information

Mains water and electricity. Oil & Air Source Heating, Septic tank, 9 KW Solar panels with feed-in tariff. Ultra-Fast Broadband “Fibre to the Premises”.