Bromley Road, Ashley Down

"Its such a lovely neighbourhood, and there is always a friendly, familiar face whenever you pop out anywhere."

The home

Occupying a generous plot on one of Ashley Down’s most sought-after residential streets, this beautifully individual four-bedroom Victorian home offers over 1,800 sq. ft. of versatile accommodation, combining character, creativity and contemporary family living. Extended and thoughtfully reimagined by the current owners, the property is rich in personality, with exposed brickwork, timber floors, reclaimed materials and colourful design details creating a home that feels both warm and inspiring.

The ground floor unfolds from a welcoming entrance hall into a cosy front reception room, complete with original fireplace and large sash-style window. To the rear, the house opens into an impressive kitchen, dining and family space that forms the heart of the home. Exposed brick chimney breasts, painted timber cabinetry, skylights and wide openings create a wonderfully social environment, while large glazed doors connect seamlessly to the garden beyond. The sense of space and natural light throughout this level is exceptional.

Across the upper floors are four well-proportioned bedrooms and two bathrooms. The first floor provides three bedrooms alongside a beautifully styled family bathroom, whilst the second floor has been transformed into a remarkable principal suite. Occupying the entire loft level, this vast space features exposed brickwork, bespoke storage, elevated rooftop views and a striking freestanding bath positioned within the bedroom itself, creating a boutique hotel feel rarely found in period homes.

The outside space

Outside, the south-east facing garden is a particular highlight. Mature planting, established trees and an abundance of greenery provide a wonderfully private setting, while a covered seating area offers the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee or long summer evenings. At the rear of the plot sits a substantial detached outbuilding arranged over two floors. While not signed off to building regulations as habitable accommodation, it is currently used as a garden room and occasional guest space, presenting a wealth of possibilities for creative, home-working or leisure use.

Living in Ashley Down

Bromley Road is one of the most recognisable roads in the area, with 1830s cottages lining ones side, opposite the pretty Victorian terrace houses, which are typical of the area. The location of Bromley Road is ideal, with easy access to Gloucester Road, and the city centre. Gloucester Road is one of the longest roads for independent shops, cafes & restaurants in the UK, including a diversity of options such as The Gallimaufry, Joe’s Bakery, the highly regarded Fed, Better Food and numerous independent butchers, grocers and shops. Ashley Down has a great community feel attracting a variety of different buyers and has recently been particularly desirable with young families due to the popular local Ashley Down School. For those in want of green spaces, Purdown is but a 5-minute walk away, as well as the beautiful St Andrews Park. Buses run every five minutes from Gloucester Road and are also very regular on Ashley Down Road to the City Centre, alongside cycle paths for both cyclists and electric scooter users. If you are in need of great commuter links, the M32 is a short drive away that links to the City Centre, as well as out towards the M4 and M5. The property is also within easy reach of the new opened Ashley Down train station, conveniently connecting the area to Temple Meads, Bristol Parkway and beyond. Springfield Avenue has also recently been shut to through traffic so the road is now primarily used by residents.