Allington Gardens – 1,800 sq ft family home in mature cul-de-sac with level garden & double garage

Occupying a generous plot within one of Nailsea’s most established and highly regarded residential closes, this substantial four-double-bedroom detached family house offers approximately 1,800 sq ft / 167 sq m of exceptionally versatile accommodation, complemented by a large private level garden, detached double garage and an excellent standard of modernisation throughout.

Allington Gardens has been established for more than 50 years and retains the space, maturity and lower-density character that distinguish it from many newer developments. Tucked away in Nailsea’s favoured West End, this home combines a particularly appealing setting with accommodation that has been thoughtfully improved by the present owners to suit modern family life.

A gabled entrance porch opens into a notably spacious reception hall, immediately setting the tone for the generous proportions found throughout. Oak-effect porcelain flooring extends through much of the ground floor, while the layout provides an excellent balance between open-plan family living and valuable separate reception spaces.

At the heart of the house is the superb open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, an exceptionally sociable space designed for everyday family life and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen provides an extensive range of cabinetry, integrated appliances, generous preparation surfaces and excellent storage, including a walk-in pantry. Large windows overlook the rear garden, while French doors and glazed openings strengthen the connection between the house and the outside entertaining areas.

The dining area provides ample room for a substantial table, while the adjoining family area offers a relaxed place to sit and gather, allowing conversation to continue while meals are prepared.

Complementing this open-plan space is a particularly generous separate living room extending to almost 25 feet in length. Broad front-facing windows bring in plenty of natural light, while an attractive fireplace with timber mantel, antique-brick hearth and inset wood-burning stove creates a warm focal point. Double doors connect with the dining area, allowing the two spaces to work together when required while retaining the flexibility of a substantial separate sitting room for quieter family use.

A dedicated study/home office measuring approximately 12'6" x 7'4" provides an excellent environment for home working, hobbies or reading away from the principal living areas. A separate utility room offers further storage and laundry facilities, while a cloakroom completes the ground-floor accommodation.

The first floor continues the theme of generous proportions, with four genuine double bedrooms offering excellent flexibility for growing families, guests or additional home-working space.

The principal bedroom is particularly appealing, with fitted wardrobes, a separate dressing room and a generously proportioned en-suite bathroom. The dressing room provides further fitted storage, while the en-suite includes a large shower enclosure, contemporary fittings and cabinetry.

Bedroom Two is another substantial double and benefits from fitted wardrobes. Bedroom Three is particularly generous at approximately 16'7" x 8'2", while Bedroom Four, at approximately 11'7" x 8'0", is also a genuine double rather than simply a small fourth bedroom. These rooms are served by an attractive contemporary family bathroom with bath and power shower.

The present owners have undertaken a considerable programme of improvement, creating a home that can be enjoyed without the immediate expense or disruption of a major project. Works have included the contemporary kitchen and utility room, stylish bathroom suites, improved insulation, modern gas-fired heating with a pressurised hot-water cylinder, double glazing and low-maintenance uPVC fascias.

The energy credentials are particularly noteworthy. An EPC rating of B-82 is exceptionally strong for an established family home of this size, while the property also benefits from owned outright photovoltaic solar panels, battery storage, a transferable feed-in tariff and EV charging.

Outside
The outside space is a significant part of the appeal.

Double gates open onto a substantial driveway providing parking and turning space for several vehicles, with further gates continuing alongside the house to the detached double garage, positioned towards the rear of the plot.

The garage measures approximately 16'0" x 16'5" and is approached through two 7-foot-wide doors, providing genuinely useful parking together with excellent storage, workshop or hobby space.

The frontage has been attractively landscaped to provide an established appearance and a pleasing degree of screening from the close.

To the rear is a large, private and level garden, noticeably more generous than many associated with newer family homes. An extensive Indian sandstone patio and entertaining terrace adjoin the house, complete with lighting and external power, creating an excellent setting for outdoor dining and summer entertaining.

Beyond lies a broad expanse of lawn offering ample space for children, pets and everyday family use. Mature trees, established borders and secure boundaries create a particularly settled and private feel, while sleeper-framed raised planters provide a productive area for keen gardeners or those wishing to grow their own produce.

Location
For more than half a century, Allington Gardens has remained one of Nailsea’s more desirable residential addresses, with its mature setting, generous plots and notably low-density layout giving the close a character that is increasingly difficult to replicate.

The position on the western side of Nailsea is particularly convenient, with local shops, highly regarded schools and everyday amenities all within easy walking distance. Nailsea town centre is less than a mile away and provides supermarkets, cafés, health facilities, library and a pedestrianised shopping centre, while Bristol and the wider region remain readily accessible, with the city centre approximately eight miles away.

A substantial, exceptionally versatile and extensively improved family home combining approximately 1,800 sq ft of accommodation, four genuine double bedrooms, superb open-plan family living, a large level garden and detached double garage — all within one of Nailsea’s most established residential closes.

Energy Performance Certificate
An Energy Performance Certificate has been produced and the house is rated B-82 for energy efficiency, significantly above the average for England and Wales of D-60.

Services & Outgoings
All main services are connected. Telephone connection. Gas-fired central heating through radiators. Full double glazing. Broadband connection available. EV charging point. Owned outright photovoltaic solar panels providing a tax-free transferable feed-in tariff to the owner of the house together with free electricity, supplemented by battery storage for extended efficiency. Superfast fibre broadband and cable broadband are available within the close.

Construction
The house is traditionally constructed.

Viewing
Strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents:

Hensons –

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