North Road, Leigh Woods, Bristol, BS8

A beautifully presented two-bedroom, top floor duplex apartment with stunning views over the Avon Gorge to the west and across the city towards Bath on the horizon in the east. The property forms part of a grand Victorian detached house situated in a quiet leafy setting yet is so close to the amenities of fashionable Clifton Village just across the world-famous Clifton Suspension Bridge.

Summary - This special apartment has been greatly improved under the current ownership with countless, no expense spared improvements and offers many desirable advantages such as a privately allocated car parking space and a master bedroom with a luxuriously appointed ensuite complete with a balcony providing a panoramic view. There is also an impressive 6 x 5 meter living/dining room with stairs leading up to a comprehensively fitted kitchen by John Lewis of Hungerford.
Residents within Ferncliffe enjoy notable benefits including a passenger lift to the first-floor level, well organized communal areas (including secure bike storage) and use of a pleasant communal garden space to the rear of the property. It should also be noted that the subject property is being sold with a share of the freehold, thus enabling shared control over the overall maintenance and upkeep of the development.

Other Information - TENURE: We understand to be leasehold for the remainder of a 999 year lease term commencing 1st January 2005 (979 years remaining). This property also comes with a share of the freehold.
SERVICE CHARGES: It is understood that the current service charge is £3,365.02 per annum. BNS Property management oversee the upkeep and maintenance of the communal parts of the building. This charge includes buildings insurance. We understand that there is exempt from any ground rent payments as it comes with a share of the freehold. Please ask the agent about the annual maintenance charge as it has recently been adjusted to cover some forthcoming communal works.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING: D (65) with potential of C (72)
LOCAL AUTHORITY: North Somerset Council – t: w:
COUNCIL TAX: We understand to be band ‘E’- £2,633.19 for 2024/2025

Location - Leigh Woods is a highly sought after location on the very edge of the city on the opposite side of the dramatic Avon Gorge (which is designated a site of special scientific interest). The fashionable shopping district of Clifton is within only one mile and is accessible across Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s world famous suspension bridge constructed in 1864. More comprehensive amenities within the city centre are within three miles. For the active, a host of sporting, social and recreational facilities are readily available in and around the area with two reputable golf courses in nearby Failand and Long Ashton and the beautiful open grounds of Ashton Court Estate, which is ideal for walking, horse riding and mountain biking. The subject property offers near immediate access to Leigh Woods itself forming some 200 hectares of woodland, owned and managed by the National Trust being ideal for family walks, running and cycling. Leigh Woods is an area of special scientific interest rich in protected woodland and associated wildlife. Deer, rare butterflies and birdlife (including cuckoos, peregrine falcons and red lists) are prevalent adding to this truly unique and coveted environment situated on the very edge of the city.

Important Information - 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.