Rose Cottage, Little Bristol Lane, Charfield, Wotton-under-Edge, GL12

Situation

Charfield is a thriving and well-connected Gloucestershire village, ideally positioned between the historic market town of Wotton-under-Edge and the market town of Thornbury. The village offers an excellent range of day-to-day amenities, including a village shop, café, public house, primary school and community facilities, making it an increasingly popular choice for families and commuters. Surrounded by attractive countryside, Charfield enjoys easy access to a wealth of walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits, with the nearby Cotswold Way offering miles of scenic trails and spectacular views. Charfield is also exceptionally well placed for convenient travel. Junction 14 of the M5 is only a short drive away, providing convenient access to Bristol, Gloucester, Cheltenham and the wider motorway network.

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The nearby market town of Wotton-under-Edge provides a wider selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and leisure facilities, while Thornbury and Yate offer further shopping and recreational amenities. The village is particularly well regarded for its excellent educational provision. Charfield Primary School serves the village, while highly regarded secondary schools including Katharine Lady Berkeley's School in Kingswood and The Castle School in Thornbury are both within easy reach.

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The village is set to benefit further from the reopening of Charfield Railway Station, currently scheduled to open in Spring 2027, with direct rail services expected to provide journeys to Bristol Temple Meads in approximately 32 minutes and Gloucester in around 22 minutes. Combining a strong community atmosphere, excellent schools, superb transport links and beautiful countryside on its doorstep, Charfield continues to be one of South Gloucestershire's most sought-after village locations.

Accommodation

The property is entered via a welcoming entrance porch, which leads into the first reception room, currently utilised as a study. Beyond is the original kitchen, now repurposed as an attractive reception room centred around a wood-burning stove. The heart of the original cottage is the charming sitting room, believed to be the oldest part of the property circa 1750, where a feature fireplace houses a wood-burning stove. Rich in character, this room showcases the cottage's period origins. A further snug, currently used as a playroom, offers additional flexible living space before leading through to a generous sitting room, this superb reception room features bi-fold doors opening onto the paved terrace, creating a seamless connection with the beautifully landscaped gardens, pond and surrounding outdoor space.

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Extending across the rear of the property is a striking contemporary extension, forming an exceptional open-plan kitchen, dining and family room. The bespoke kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of cabinetry and a wealth of integrated appliances, complemented by a substantial central island and a peninsula breakfast bar providing informal seating. Bi-fold doors span the central section of the rear elevation, opening directly onto a second patio and framing delightful views across the gardens and beyond, across the valley towards Wotton-under-Edge. The doors allow the indoor and outdoor spaces to blend effortlessly, creating a wonderful sense of connection with the surrounding landscape.

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A staircase rises to the first floor, where the property retains much of its traditional charm, beautifully complemented by a contemporary oak and glass walkway. This striking architectural feature creates a wonderful sense of space and light, while the cleverly designed glazed roof above draws the eye upwards and frames views of the sky, seamlessly blending the character of the original cottage with the modern extension. The first floor offers four well-proportioned bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom all are served by a well-appointed family bathroom, completing the first-floor accommodation.

Outside

The property is set within level gardens extending to approximately 0.78 acres. Lawns are complemented by a choice of paved patio seating areas. A particular feature of the gardens is the self-sustaining raised pond, which wraps around the cottages original well, it has been thoughtfully designed to encourage biodiversity. Beyond, an established woodland area adding further character and interest to the grounds. Together, the gardens offer a superb setting for the cottage, with ample space for children to play, keen gardeners to enjoy, or simply to relax.

Tenure

Freehold.

Local Authority

South Gloucestershire Council Tax Band G. EPC F rating.

Services

LPG gas, mains electricity & mains drainage.