The Promenade, Clifton, Bristol, BS8

4 Chatford House is, quite simply, one of the finest apartments in Clifton. Spanning some 1700 sq. ft of internal floor space it underwent a meticulous refurbishment program some 10 years ago by the current owners. The result is a truly exquisite lateral apartment, with an effortless flow and versatile layout, all complimented by a stylish interior décor and understated elegance.  

From the gravel drive and “In & Out” carriage driveway, No.4 is accessed via a well-kept communal entrance, with a curved balustrade staircase leading up , a gradual incline to the apartment's entrance.

From the entrance, steps lead up to the spacious private entrance hall with wooden flooring, a feature which flows into the third bedroom, inner hall and drawing room.

The sitting room itself is exquisite, with the high ceiling lending further gravitas to the grandeur, and two oversized shuttered sash windows flooding the space with light. Refined and elegant cabinetry showcases treasured items and collectables; finished in a walnut, walnut burr and maple veneer with bespoke finishes to discreetly “hide” the tv and integrated speakers.

Both sash windows open to allow access out onto the west facing balcony, overlooking front gardens and Clifton's iconic Promenade lined with beautiful mature beech trees.

Coming off the sitting room is the hugely versatile second bedroom. Currently used and dressed as the guest bedroom the space allows for a number of different options; such as a family snug or larger “home office”.

Off the hall the third bedroom is a fabulous space, accessed via gorgeous oversize arched double doors. The owners currently use the space as a crafts / hobby room, with exceptional built-in storage including a “New York” studio-style wall mounted recessed king-size bed allowing additional space for extra overnight guests.

The main entrance hall gives way to an inner hall, with loft access to exceptional “loft” storage. About “half-standing” height it is accessible easily via a drop down ladder, fully boarded and houses the hot water tank and boiler.

The shaker style kitchen, accessed from the inner hall, is a true delight. Beautifully spacious and flooded with natural light from double glazed sash windows, and a glazed door out onto the paved roof terrace, it is custom made to a high specification; with the cabinets made from veneered birch and the dovetailed drawers from solid sycamore topped with 30mm Silestone worktops.

In the centre is an island with further storage. There is also a useful pantry cupboard and integrated appliances including twin wall mounted Miele ovens, a Miele dishwasher and ceramic hob with a freestanding Fischer & Paykel stainless steel fridge / freezer whilst the double sink is fitted with a three-way tap providing filtered drinking water.

The master bedroom and a walk-in wardrobe is accessed from the inner hall and sliding pocket doors open reveals a fitted study to one side and, on the other, a lovely en-suite shower room – with access to an abundance of hidden storage space.

Accessed from the hall is a luxury family bath & shower room which also houses the utility space. A slipper bath greets you on entry, whilst to the rear of the bathroom is an oversize shower with space and plumbing for the utility opposite.

Warmed underfoot by the glazed herringbone parquet floor there is an additional wall-mounted radiator with heated towel rail. Bliss.

Outside:

The communal gardens of Chatford House are a hidden delight. To the front, the apartment is accessed via an In & Out pillared carriage driveway entrance, with a gravel drive and allocated off-street parking for two cars.

To the rear however are two delightful, fully accessible walled communal gardens, maintained beautifully on behalf of the residents. There is plenty of room to stroll, or to dine outside and entertain. Mostly given over to lawn they enjoy well-tendered mature borders, and pedestrian access from the rear onto Litfield Place.

In addition, No. 4 enjoys front & back balconies; with an ornate original balcony to the front, perfect for an evening sun-downer whilst to the rear, a larger, more contemporary and very useable roof terrace spills out from the kitchen and is easily large enough for a dining table and chairs to seat a party of 15.