Providence Lane, Long Ashton, Bristol, North Somerset, BS41

House and separate plot, with planning permission for another house.

Merrythought House is a substantial, detached house, recently modernised to a very high standard and located in one of the most fortunate positions in Long Ashton, with absolutely stunning south-westerly views.

Its prominent vantage point is one of the highest points in the village, on the brow of the hill, towards the top of Providence Lane and it has the woods as its backdrop. The various views from the house and garden are wonderful, as you look out over Long Ashton below, across to Dundry on the hillside on the other side of the valley and further out into the North Somerset countryside to the south west.

The property has a lovely garden and with the woodland backdrop there is a fabulous feeling of space, so you feel surrounded by countryside, woods and wildlife. There are woodland and countryside walks on the doorstep, plus Long Ashton Golf Course spans either side of Providence Lane at the top.

From Longwood Lane, on the other side of Clarken Coombe/Clevedon Road, at the top of Providence Lane, there are foot/cycle paths through to the 850 acres of woodland and parkland of the Ashton Court Estate, including: wildflower-rich grasslands, ancient oak woodlands, ponds and deer park, plus mountain bike trails, nine-hole golf course, disc golf, miniature railway and beautiful views over the city of Bristol below. Plus, the mansion itself, run by registered charity Artspace Lifespace, as a multi-use arts venue, facilitating art, theatre, performance and community activities.

You can also walk, from the Ashton Court Estate, through Leigh Woods, across Brunel’s iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge, to the shops, delis, bars, restaurants of Clifton Village, and the other amenities of the wider Clifton area.

Included with Merrythought House is a separate plot of land, below the grounds of Merrythought House, with planning permission (reference 23/P/2340/FUL) for a separate dwelling, again with the lovely woodland setting/backdrop. Alternatively, this land could be incorporated into the garden of Merrythought House, to enlarge it even further and make it an even more special property.

Merrythought House itself is spread over three floors of living space, with under-croft garages below the house, accessed from a driveway directly off Providence Lane. From the driveway, a path leads up to the smart entrance to the property, on the Providence Lane side.

A spacious entrance hall leads to a large L-shaped (26'11 max x 24' max) open-plan living space (kitchen/dining/sitting room) with a high-spec kitchen, stunning views and patio doors to deck and patios overlooking the south-west facing garden. Off the kitchen, is a further reception room/snug (12'5 x 10'1) overlooking and also opening onto the garden. Plus, there is a utility room and a ground floor WC, off the hallway.

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, one en-suite and the main bathroom on the first floor, plus a further en-suite bedroom on the second floor. The main bedroom, complete with dressing room and en-suite, is dual aspect and perfectly positioned for the stunning south-westerly views across Long Ashton and the North Somerset countryside beyond. As is the further en-suite bedroom above. The main and en-suite bath/shower rooms are beautiful, luxurious spaces, finished to the exceptionally high standard evident throughout Merrythought House.

The owners commissioned ‘Nest Design and Build’ to fully renovate Merrythought House, including some reconfiguration and numerous enhancements inside and out. They have invested a very significant amount of time and money in Merrythought House, and the adjoining plot, during their period of ownership, which new owners will be able to enjoy the benefits of.

To further appreciate this property, please look through the photos and floorplan of the house itself, plus the online planning portal documents relating to the plot. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a unique house, in such a wonderful position. Whilst also offering potential buyers the further opportunity of a separate plot of land adjacent to it, with the planning permission to build a separate/additional dwelling, or the opportunity to simply have an even larger garden, with the options that offers.

Long Ashton

Long Ashton is particularly well-positioned, between the city of Bristol and the open countryside of North Somerset. The village is surrounded by fields, woods and golf courses. It also benefits from a David Lloyd Leisure Complex and the Ashton Court Estate at one end of the village, and at the other, Gatcombe Farm Shop and Ashton Hill.

Residents enjoy the convenience of a local Post Office, pharmacy, doctors, dentists, hairdressers, barbers, vets, Co-op supermarket, three/four pubs, the renowned Little Tipple, The Old Library (now a modern cafe/bar/pizzeria) and a local bakery.

There are two highly regarded primary schools within Long Ashton (Birdwell Primary School and Northleaze Primary School), as well as a choice of independent schools and secondary schools within easy reach.

The Long Ashton Village Hall, Café and Community Centre provide a hub for community activities/groups and a venue for the village market. Plus, there are playgrounds, a football pitch, a bowling green, tennis courts and a cricket club, along with local parks and woodlands to enjoy.

Bristol's Harbourside is only 2 or 3 miles away, while Clifton and central Bristol are only 3 or 4 miles from Long Ashton.

This is a fantastic location, between the city and the countryside, with a thriving village community and plenty of village amenities, yet so close to the wonderful city of Bristol!