Bristol, Somerset

APARTMENT 2

A spacious and bright apartment in the magnificent Grade II* Country House of Sutton Court, surrounded by the Chew Valley countryside and within easy reach of the Cities of Bath and Bristol.

KEY FEATURES

The accommodation consists of an impressive, panelled drawing room, second reception room and a kitchen/breakfast room. Two bedrooms have their own ensuites and there is a separate WC/shower room. Sutton Court is set in 14 acres of gated grounds and features a beautiful lake, lavender walk, tennis court, 1 allocated parking spot directly outside the apartment, a double garage and further guest parking.

Description

Sutton Court was originally built in the 15th and 16th centuries but converted into stylish, private apartments in 1989. As you approach the property through the electronic gates, along the scenic treelined avenue, you are surrounded by an extensive, historical estate, laid out as a ferme ornée, part of which is now the Folly Farm nature reserve. Apartment 2 is accessed through the main house front door (with entry phone and alarm system).

Behind the solid wooden door is a communal double height entrance hall. Stepping into Apartment 2 you will notice that the property includes many fine traditional features, with stone mullion windows with working shutters, fireplaces, high ceilings and it has been sensitively redecorated and refurbished to a high standard with travertine flooring in many of the rooms.

The spacious drawing room, formerly the dining room of the old house, has a high ceiling with stunning stone mullions windows and working shutters. There is also an impressive stone fireplace with cast iron wood burner stove and slate hearth, above which is a 16th Century overmantel. The views are far-reaching over the parkland and the private lake, truly a delight for nature lovers.

A second reception room on this floor could be used as a third bedroom. This light and airy room has tall windows and similar views to the front.

The generously sized dual aspect kitchen/breakfast room has white units and high-quality appliances with a central island, an electric range oven with gas hob and warming plate with extractor fan over, integrated dishwasher and two freezer units, sink and glass splashbacks. There is also a useful utility cupboard with sink and shelved unit, plumbed for a washing machine, with room for a tumble dryer. French doors lead out to the side of the property, to a quiet paved area, a perfect spot to sit and which is divided from the main gardens by a low hedge for privacy. Beyond are views of the ancient castellated walls and folly.

The carpeted master bedroom has built in wardrobes to one wall. The en suite bathroom comprises WC, walk-in shower, towel rail and hand wash basin. There is a further vanity basin plumbed in the bedroom (previously a roll top bath which could be reinstated as the taps remain in situ).

On the lower floor is another good-sized double bedroom with window to the front. This has an en suite bathroom with bath with shower over, WC and basin.

Share of Freehold

All owners are members of Sutton Court Residents Limited (SCRL) and appoint their own directors who manage the estate in conjunction with an external management company who administers the bank account and payments to various contractors. Council: Bath & North East Somerset. Band F.

Service charges

This includes maintenance of the house, water rates, ground rent, regular gardening of 14-acre grounds, external window cleaning, cleaning of communal spaces and building’s insurance.

Additional information

• Electricity, LPG Gas for heating and hot water - this is metered and paid for by each individual apartment.

• Privately managed drainage – treatment plant

History

The stunning, fortified medieval court is steeped in history. Illustrious occupants include Bess of Hardwick from the court of Queen Elizabeth I. Other notable names associated have included Clive of India and Sir Winston Churchill. The house was occupied by the Strachey family in the 17th Century and passed down the generations until in 1989 when the property was converted into 8 luxury apartments.

Location

Sutton Court is conveniently set to the West of Bath and just 2 miles from the highly desirable, Chew Magna. The village has a wide range of amenities including three public houses, award winning restaurants, a butcher’s, small supermarket, café, hairdresser, post office, gift shop and a florist. There are many private schools and universities available in Bath, Bristol and Wells. The village also has preschools, primary school and the well-regarded Chew Valley secondary school. There are a wide range of outdoor pursuits available including golf courses and sailing, fishing, walking at nearby Chew Valley Lake, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest as well as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Transport

• 12 miles from the City of Bath, there are trains from Bath Spa to London Paddington

• 10 miles from Bristol City Centre, there are trains from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington

• 7 miles from Bristol International Airport

Features

• Ground floor apartment within Grade II*Listed country House

• Share of Freehold

• 2/3 bedrooms

• Kitchen/breakfast room,

• 1/2 Reception rooms

• 2 ensuite bedrooms and separate WC shower room

• Double garage, a courtyard parking space and guest parking

• Superb open outlook over the park-like grounds including tennis court & lake

• Easy access to the Georgian Cities of Bath and Bristol

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 31.05.2023

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