Knowle Hill, Chew Magna, Somerset, BS40

A beautifully positioned detached country house with excellent scope for modernisation set in 3.3 acre grounds with far reaching rural views and versatile outbuildings.

Description

Blackhouse Farm is an unlisted period home that occupies an elevated position on Knowle Hill, enjoying attractive views across the surrounding Somerset countryside. The property offers well-proportioned accommodation extending to approximately 2,816 sq ft, complemented by a garage, workshop and barn, creating a versatile home with excellent ancillary space. The house has great period charm with wonderful scope to enhance and add value, with many of the principal rooms arranged to take advantage of the rural outlook.

The ground floor is arranged around a welcoming entrance hall and includes a generous sitting room, separate snug and dining room, providing a range of reception spaces for day-to-day living and entertaining. The kitchen is positioned at the heart of the house and is supported by a useful utility room. A large conservatory spans the rear elevation and provides an additional reception area with direct access to the gardens, creating a seamless connection between the house and its surroundings.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom, while three further double bedrooms are served by the family bathroom. There is ample attic space which was previously used as two additional bedrooms and could potentially be reinstated subject to the necessary consents.

Outside, the gardens provide a peaceful setting with areas of lawn, mature planting and ample space to enjoy the countryside views. The garage, workshop and barn offer excellent storage, hobby space or potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary consents.

Location

Blackhouse Farm is situated on Knowle Hill, approximately 1.5 miles from the centre of Chew Magna, one of the most sought-after villages in the Chew Valley. The village provides a range of day-to-day amenities including a convenience store, butchers. cafés, public houses and a well-regarded community atmosphere. Bristol is approximately 9 miles away and Bath approximately 14 miles away, offering extensive retail, cultural and professional facilities.

Communications are excellent. Bristol Temple Meads station is approximately 8 miles away and provides direct services to London Paddington from about 1 hour 36 minutes. Bristol Airport is approximately 7 miles away. The M5 motorway at Junction 20 (Clevedon) is approximately 15 miles away, providing access to the national motorway network.

There is a wide selection of schools in the area including Chew Magna Primary School, Chew Stoke Church Primary, Chew Valley School, Wellsway School and Churchill Academy. Independent schools include Sidcot School, Wells Cathedral, Prior Park, King Edward School, Bristol Grammar School, Clifton College, Badminton School and Kingswood School. Leisure opportunities include sailing and flyfishing on Chew Valley Lake, golf at Knowle Golf Club, Saltford Golf Club and Mendip Spring Golf Club, together with an excellent choice of country pubs and restaurants including Carpenters Arms, The Pelican, Salt & Malt and The Pony. Supermarkets can be found in nearby Wells, Keynsham and south Bristol.

Distances and journey times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,816 sq ft


Acreage: 3.3 Acres

Additional Info

Mains water
Mains electricity
Private Drainage: Septic Tank
Oil heating system