Ashton Gate Road, Southville

"The house is a cosy haven amongst a wealth of local attractions. Sundays are always special. The market at the Tobacco Factory is brilliant. A treasure trove of tasty food and interesting stalls we always love to grab a coffee and have a wander around together. North Street is wonderful too, Malago is great for breakfast, the beer factory for a pint or two and Burra is just brilliant full stop. If you are in the mood for Italian just around the corner Sonny Stores is wonderful too."

The Home

A characterful three-bedroom Victorian terrace arranged over three floors and a number of thoughtful updates carried out by the current owners.

The ground floor has a hallway leading into the front living room, which has a bay window and feature fireplace. The wall between the lounge and rear reception room has been opened up, giving the ground floor a better flow while still keeping two defined living areas. New flooring has been laid throughout this level and the house has been redecorated using Coat, Farrow & Ball and Little Greene paints. The lean-to has also been made into a practical utility room for laundry, storage and everyday overflow from the kitchen. The garden can also be accessed through this room. To the rear is the kitchen, with a dining area beyond and double doors leading out to the garden.

On the first floor are two bedrooms and a family bathroom. The main bedroom is a generous double, while the second bedroom would work well as a child’s room, guest room or home office. The first-floor bedrooms have had new carpets fitted. The top floor has a further bedroom, eaves storage and a shower room giving the house a useful extra level that works well as a main bedroom, guest space or quieter work-from-home area.

Outside Space

The rear garden has been completely overhauled and thoughtfully replanted, with a new lawn and flowers. It is a good space for sitting out, gardening or having people over during the warmer months while still being manageable. The road is also a strong part of the appeal: quiet, with little through-traffic, while still being close to North Street and its mix of independent shops, cafés and restaurants.

Living in Southville

Ashton Gate Road is a quiet residential street in Southville. The house lies close to North Street, a hub for local independents, restaurants, and shops, including Michelin recommended COR and OTHER, coffee shops Sweven and Burra, and The Tobacco Factory - a café, bar, and theatre that hosts a bustling Sunday market.

A short stroll across Gaol Ferry Bridge will take you to Wapping Wharf - a vibrant foodie destination set on the edge of Bristol’s historic harbourside. Serving from converted cargo containers, you’ll find top Bristol indies including Gambas, Cargo Cantina, Lapin, Ragu and Swoon Gelato, as well as Elevate Yoga Studio, Hue Hair and Beauty, and Anna Cake Couture. The city centre is a further 15 minutes on foot.

Several parks are within easy reach of Ashton Gate Road with Greville Smyth Park a short walk away and the sprawling Ashton Court Estate a further 20 minutes beyond - an expansive 850 acres of wood and grassland that is home to the annual Bristol Balloon Fiesta.

Bristol Temple Meads is a 10 minute drive or 30 minute walk away and offers direct services to Bath Spa (11 minutes) and London Paddington (1 hour 35 minutes). For local connections, the city centre is a short walk or cycle ride, and bus routes run regularly from North Street.