Main Road, Brockley

The Barton is a truly distinctive country house, gracefully positioned within magnificent grounds and accessed via a sweeping, tree-lined driveway. Built in the 1930s, this property beautifully marries original charm and character with a very high standard of presentation throughout. The current owners have meticulously maintained it, ensuring both quality and comfort.

The thoughtfully arranged accommodation spans two floors and offers a welcoming atmosphere.

Upon entering, you will discover an inviting sitting room, featuring an original Minster fireplace that adds a touch of classic elegance. Adjacent to this is a comfortable family room, also boasting a Minster fireplace, perfect for relaxed gatherings. A dedicated study provides an ideal space for quiet work or contemplation. The heart of the home lies in the well-appointed kitchen, which seamlessly leads into a light and airy breakfast area, perfect for enjoying morning meals. A practical utility room and a convenient cloakroom complete the ground floor.

Ascending to the first floor, you will find four well-proportioned bedrooms. Three of these benefit from stylish en-suite facilities, offering privacy and comfort, while a well-appointed family bathroom serves the remaining bedroom. A discrete staircase rises to a further loft room, ideal as a hobby room or occasional bedroom.

The outdoor spaces at The Barton offer a rare level of privacy. The extensive grounds boast generous lawns, beautifully stocked flower and shrub beds and borders, mature hedgerows, and impressive specimen trees. Throughout the garden, you will find pleasant seating areas, perfect for enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The property also benefits from a fantastic double garage, which features a first-floor gymnasium with a WC and shower. The double garage also offers excellent potential for conversion, subject to the necessary planning consents.

The property is approached via two separate driveways, both benefiting from automatic gated entrances. The principal driveway provides a sweeping approach through the grounds, while the second driveway is accessed from Chelvey Batch, a highly sought-after country lane renowned for its attractive setting and substantial individual properties.

The Barton is a very fine country house, which comes highly recommended for those seeking a distinguished home in a superb setting.

What we love about the property... The Barton is a charming and distinctive country house, combining original character with beautifully presented interiors and spacious accommodation. Set within magnificent, private grounds, it offers a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining conveniently located for nearby villages and Bristol.

Situation: Brockley is a rural hamlet between the North Somerset villages of Backwell and Cleeve. There is a well-supported local farm shop, with more comprehensive shopping, social and recreational facilities in Backwell, a few minutes to the north. Nearby are Nailsea, Flax Bourton, Yatton and Barrow Gurney. Backwell Lake is situated beside the road between Nailsea and Backwell, just north of the railway station. Backwell has a long history, appearing in the Domesday Book in 1086 under the name ‘Bacoile’, meaning ‘the well back on the hill’. The well is still in existence. Many residents of Backwell commute daily to Bristol by car via the A370, bus or train, and the railway station provides a direct service to London. Backwell is close to the M5 motorway, and Bristol Airport at Lulsgate is approximately three miles (4.8 km) away by road. Backwell has excellent junior and secondary schools. The largest junior school is Backwell Church of England Junior School, which is highly praised by Ofsted and performs consistently well in league tables. Backwell School, the local secondary school, also consistently features highly in GCSE league tables and is recognised as one of the leading state schools in North Somerset.

Directions: From the A370, head towards Backwell or Cleeve, depending on your direction of travel. Near Cleeve, look for signs for Brockley or Main Road (B3133). Turn onto Main Road and continue through the village, passing residential homes and countryside properties. The Barton is located on Main Road, Brockley, BS48 3BB. Look out for the property name displayed at the front and the driveway with ample parking.

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Material Information: This property operates on oil central heating. Council tax band: G  EPC Rating: D