Dominion Road, Fishponds

"We’ve made very happy memories here, whether it’s something as simple as appreciating the glow of the winter sun pouring through the south facing windows of the house or the studio/workshop, or perhaps dining on the deck with friends- watching our kids play and seek summer berries to eat from the garden. We’ve loved living on Dominion Road, the monthly ‘Playing Out’ street gatherings and friendly neighbours make it a lovely community to be part of."

The Home

This beautifully considered three-bedroom terraced home in Fishponds strikes a rare balance between character and thoughtful modern design. The current owners have approached the renovation with real intent, introducing subtle, well-crafted details that elevate the everyday.
The ground floor flows effortlessly, with an opening through the spine wall creating a natural connection between the living and dining spaces. A newly installed kitchen sits at the heart of the home both practical and elegant with bespoke cabinetry, a sliding pocket door and carefully integrated storage that enhances both form and function. Reclaimed parquet handles and other tactile finishes add a layer of warmth and individuality throughout. Upstairs, three well proportioned bedrooms offer comfortable accommodation, while a stylishly updated family bathroom brings a calm, contemporary feel to the first floor. Every element has been considered, resulting in a home that feels both refined and easy to live in.

Outside Space

To the rear, a south-facing garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to create a peaceful and productive retreat. A wide variety of established fruit trees and soft fruit — from apple and pear to fig and currants bring seasonal interest and a real sense of abundance. At the far end of the garden sits something truly special: a beautifully designed timber-framed, oak-clad studio. Fully insulated and built with full planning permission, it offers exceptional versatility whether as a workspace, creative studio or retreat from the main house. The integration of the original WWII air raid shelter adds a unique and unexpected layer of history, grounding the space in its past while embracing a contemporary future. With rear lane access and a seamless blend of practicality, creativity and outdoor living, this garden elevates the home into something quite unique.

Living in Fishponds

Fishponds has seen several cafés established nearby, becoming very popular, such as Mi Cafe Su, The Crafty Egg and FED. The Greyhound Pub is just a short walk away, Snuffy Jacks is a great local micro-pub on the Fishponds Road high street whilst Irish pub The Star, is a well-regarded historic venue, home to live music and the accolade of ‘best pint of Guinness in Bristol’. In terms of green space, there are plenty of options, including Oldbury Court which connects to Snuff Mills. For more immediate greenery, you have playing fields near the Coombe Brook Nature Reserve and Eastville Park. For commuters, Fishponds is very convenient with ease of access to the M32 and M4 motorways, as well as just being a short cycle, drive or bus journey into the city centre or to large areas of employment across North Bristol. The area benefits from several tarmacked cycle paths which provide traffic free routes into the City Centre, or out towards the suburbs, or to Keynsham and Bath via the Bristol to Bath cycle path.