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Harptree Hill, West Harptree, Bristol

PROPERTY TYPE

Character Property

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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Key features

  • Charming Detached 18th Century Cottage with Subsequent Extensions
  • Stunning Countryside Views to Chew Valley Lake - Located on the edge of the Mendip Hills AONB
  • Period Features Including Beams and Inglenook Fireplaces
  • 3 Reception Rooms & Study / Home Office
  • Country Style Kitchen Breakfast Room
  • 4 Bedrooms ** Well Appointed Jack & Jill Family Bathroom
  • Landscaped Gardens, Double Garage & Driveway Parking
  • Ideally located for those commuting to Bristol, Bath, and Wells

Description


SUMMARY
Located in a desirable rural location, Quarry Cottage is a delightful, detached period country residence offering substantial accommodation with a wealth of character features throughout, set in attractive gardens with driveway approach & double garage.


DESCRIPTION
Nestled on the northern edge of the Mendip Hills, Quarry Cottage is a residence that blends timeless charm with generous living space. A detached countryside home rich in character, boasting exposed beams, polished wood floors, and multiple inglenook fireplaces that create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.

Accessed via a bright conservatory, the entrance hall opens into a country-style kitchen featuring a quarry-tiled floor and a classic Rayburn oven. The ground floor offers two elegant reception rooms: a triple-aspect dining room flooded with natural light, and a spacious living room with inglenook fireplaces at both ends-one housing a wood-burning stove. A separate study, also with a feature fireplace, provides an ideal space for working from home.

Upstairs, four well-proportioned bedrooms offer peaceful retreats, with the principal bedroom enjoying triple-aspect views across open countryside to Chew Valley Lake. A family Jack and Jill bathroom and an additional shower room complete the upper floor.

Outside, the property is approached via a private driveway leading to a double garage. The mature, terraced gardens wrap around the front and side of the cottage, featuring lawns, vibrant flower beds, and a raised patio—perfect for enjoying the stunning rural views.

Conservatory 9' x 16' ( 2.74m x 4.88m )
A welcoming entrance to the home, the conservatory is filled with natural light and offers a peaceful spot to enjoy the garden views year-round. It sets the tone for the presentation and charm found throughout the property and arranged with patio doors leading out into the garden, door to the side and internal doors opening into the dining room and entrance hall. Floor laid to tiling.

Entrance Hall 
Opening directly into the heart of the home, the entrance hall exudes a warm and rustic charm, with exposed beams and a seamless connection to the country-style kitchen. This welcoming space offers a practical area for coats and boots while setting a characterful tone for the rest of the property. A turned staircase rises to the first-floor landing, with a window on the half-landing that floods the space with natural light and built in storage cupboard under. Radiator.

Kitchen Breakfast Room 12' x 13' 10" ( 3.66m x 4.22m )
A country-style kitchen, full of warmth and character, with ample space for a family-sized table-perfect for enjoying breakfast together. The room features a traditional oil-fired Rayburn cooker which provides hot water and heating to the radiators. Fitted with wooden wall and base units, the kitchen includes an inset stainless steel double drainer sink and space and plumbing for a washing machine. The quarry-tiled floor enhances the authentic country feel, while a back door opens directly into the garden, making it ideal for indoor-outdoor living. Enjoying a lovely triple aspect, the kitchen is bathed in natural light throughout the day.

Dining Room 13' 10" x 16' ( 4.22m x 4.88m )
A generous and light-filled space, the dining room is perfect for both everyday family meals and entertaining guests. A charming bay window to the front features a built-in window seat, offering a peaceful spot to enjoy the leafy outlook. A second window to the side enhances the room’s bright and airy feel. The exposed wooden floorboards add warmth and character, while the room’s spacious layout easily accommodates a large dining table and additional furniture. Radiator.

Living Room 12' x 25' ( 3.66m x 7.62m )
A spacious and inviting living room that is full of period charm and character. This attractive room features two large inglenook fireplaces, one housing a wood-burning stove, creating a warm and welcoming focal point at either end of the room. Exposed beams and deep-set windows enhance the room's historic ambiance, while windows to both the front and rear allow natural light to pour in throughout the day. An open wooden staircase rises to the first-floor landing. Radiators.

Study 9' x 11' 11" ( 2.74m x 3.63m )
Ideal for remote working or quiet reading, the study is a characterful room with another feature inglenook fireplace and exposed beams and lintels. Its peaceful ambiance and traditional details make it a productive yet comfortable space enjoying views over the gardens to the front and rear. Built in storage cupboard with fitted shelving over. Radiator.

First Floor Landing 

Main Bedroom 11' 10" x 13' ( 3.61m x 3.96m )
This generously sized room is filled with natural light having windows to the front and side aspects enjoying stunning views across open countryside to Chew Valley Lake. Radiator.

Bedroom Two 11' 8" x 10' ( 3.56m x 3.05m )
A charming well-proportioned single bedroom full of character with exposed beams and a slightly sloping ceiling that adds to its cottage appeal—while still offering excellent head height throughout. The room enjoys a dual aspect, with windows to both the front and rear, allowing for plenty of natural light and views of the surrounding greenery. A door leads directly into the bathroom, adding convenience and a touch of en-suite functionality. Radiator.

Bedroom Three 11' 11" x 13' ( 3.63m x 3.96m )
A charming and generously sized double bedroom, full of character with exposed beams and high ceilings that enhance the sense of space. The room enjoys a dual aspect, with windows to both the front and rear, filling the space with natural light and offering lovely views. With its own landing and staircase access, this room would make an excellent guest suite. Radiator.

Bedroom Four 7' x 12' ( 2.13m x 3.66m )
A well-proportioned single bedroom enjoying views over open countryside. Radiator.

Family Bathroom 8' x 12' 9" ( 2.44m x 3.89m )
An excellent-sized family bathroom offering both character and practicality. The suite includes a panelled bath, a vanity washstand with wooden cupboards, tiled countertop, and an ornate inset sink, along with a low-level WC. A deep-sill window to the rear aspect brings in natural light. Radiator.

Shower Room 5' 1" x 8' 7" ( 1.55m x 2.62m )
Convenient additional shower room provides flexibility for busy households or visiting guests, this practical shower room has rear-facing window that brings in natural light. The suite comprises a shower cubicle, wash hand basin, and WC, with part-tiled walls. Radiator.

Outside 

Gardens 
The mature, terraced garden wraps around the front and side of the property, offering a variety of lawns, flowerbeds, and a raised patio area—ideal for outdoor dining or simply soaking in the countryside views. A private driveway leads to a double garage, completing the picture of this idyllic rural home.

Driveway & Double Garage 18' 8" x 18' 8" ( 5.69m x 5.69m )
Private driveway which leads to the generous double garage.



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3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
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