High Street, Chew Magna

The exceptional qualities of The Firs is apparent from the moment you walk through the imposing double iron gates, to the stunning façade of this handsome family home.  Located within the heart of the Chew Valley's most desirable village, this period home simply cannot be overlooked.

On entering the property, steps lead to a grand entrance door, and once inside the spacious hallway is the perfect area in which to leave muddy boots from the endless walks surrounding the property,  and a cloakroom leads from the hallway.  

The entrance hallway then opens through to a very attractive orangery which is filled with light and effortlessly opens to the gardens beyond.  With a gorgeous tiled floor, the bi-folding doors open to a lovely area of outside decking which takes in the views of the entire garden and beyond to the Weir.  A pair of very attractive glass doors reveal the spectacular kitchen beyond, refitted to the highest standard and personally designed by the current owner.  The saying 'a kitchen is the heart of the home' couldn't be more worthy of this beautiful room which incorporates bespoke cabinetry, with marble worktops and a large Belfast sink, integrated appliances including a waste disposal unit, dishwasher and space for a large American style fridge freezer.  The star of the show within the kitchen is the impressive Lacanche range cooker which sits in front of a beautiful marble splashback... plus a simply gorgeous glass display cabinet takes centre stage, as does the large kitchen island with matching worktop.

The kitchen opens through via a large archway to the dining room, overlooking the rear gardens and again filled with light, and incorporating a wonderful pantry cupboard and built-in bookshelves with cabinetry beneath.  A door from the dining room leads into the stunning drawing room, again filled with light from the two large sliding sash windows to the rear gardens below.  The wall of timber bookshelves on entering really does set the scene for this impressive room which also has an attractive open fireplace and slate hearth.

Into the orangery; a beautiful open strung staircase with classic Georgian spindles and delicate curved mahogany handrail, which in turn leads to the first floor, and looking back to the stairwell, a large arched window floods the landing with light.  The primary bedroom sits to the front of the house with two large sliding sash windows and a beautiful fireplace with wooden mantel and tiled hearth, and a door leads into an en-suite shower room.

Bedroom two is a generous double room, having two large windows taking in the views of the garden beyond.  A very pretty fireplace and high ceilings really do make this an extremely attractive second bedroom.  Next door is bedroom number three, again overlooking the rear gardens, and with another attractive fireplace.

A little further along the landing is the family bathroom, beautifully fitted, and showcases a traditional white suite with attractive marble tiling ... relax in the deep tub overlooking the rear gardens and enjoy the large walk-in shower.  An attractive vanity unit houses the wash hand basin.

A laundry cupboard sits to the landing and a door leads to the upper floor where you'll find the vaulted fourth bedroom with a window to the side - a perfect children's bedroom or playroom.

To the hall floor, a staircase leads down to the lower ground floor and the generous areas of cellar chamber rooms, a very attractive shower room and beyond to the vaulted cinema room or indeed bedroom five. 

To the front of the property, double iron gates lead into the private parking area for The Firs, with generous parking for a number of cars which leads to the double garage, quietly tucked around the corner, and which has a pedestrian door to the rear gardens.  The front of the property is beautifully planted with mature trees, shrubs and borders.

The rear gardens are accessed from the orangery (there is also side access from the driveway) ... a true delight and hugely benefits from being south facing.  The first tier of the gardens sit beneath the hall floor of the property and features a large area of attractive shingle - perfect for alfresco dining and for taking in the wonderful views beyond the gardens.  Further tiers of lawn run down to the River Chew.  The first tier is laid to lawn with a large summerhouse. Steps then lead to an area of raised beds with a pathway meandering through further areas of garden and onto the river which is simply stunning and a real retreat.

What we love about this property... the undeniable sense of arrival through grand iron gates to a beautifully reimagined period home, where light-filled living spaces, a spectacular bespoke kitchen with Lacanche range, and enchanting south-facing gardens cascading to the River Chew create an exceptional village setting.

Situation: The village of Chew Magna has an excellent range of local shops including a general store, a coffee shop, a deli, a post office, gift shops, and pharmacy. There are also three public houses nearby all of which are very popular eating pubs and a well thought of seafood restaurant. The village's situation in the Chew Valley offers commuters excellent access to the regional centre of Bristol which is 8 miles to the north and the Heritage City of Bath which is 14 miles is to the east. The Cathedral City of Wells, which offers further facilities, is 14 miles to the south. The Chew Valley and Blagdon lakes are close by, notable for their fishing, birdlife, sailing and nature study amenities. A visit to Salt and Malt at Chew Valley Lake is highly recommended, as this modern tearoom/fish and chip restaurant is owned by the same family as The Pony and Trap. The Mendip hills, well known for their limestone features, provide a wide range of informal leisure opportunities.

Directions: Travelling through the centre of Chew Magna from the east, proceed past the centre of the village with amenities to both sides of the High Street and head towards Winford.  The Firs will be found on your left hand side, set back from the road with a Debbie Fortune Estate Agents'  For Sale board. What3Words: ///overcomes.developed.fuel

Material Information: This property operates on gas central heating. Grade II Listed. Council tax band: G