Our Thoughts…

“…Formerly Mrs Emma Webb’s “Dame” School this magnificent historic house offers the discerning purchaser an almost unique opportunity to acquire a small, but significant, slice of local History. This beautifully renovated house dates back to the mid nineteenth century and will have seen the advent of flight, the motor car and telecommunications to name but a few. Built from local stone [from the nearby quarry] the property offers five bedrooms and three receptions with two upstairs bathrooms. Delightfully anachronical, the décor ranges from the delightfully restored fireplaces and the amazing “inglenook” in the living room to the “farmhouse” style kitchen with its “Aga” range. The kitchen is the heart of the house and smacks of “Christmas” lunches and happy birthday parties: a true family room. The bedrooms range over two floors with quirky stairways enhancing the charm and historic heritage of this lovely house. The master bedroom, with its vaulted beam ceiling is one of the great surprises, as is the second floor bedroom – both have to be seen to be appreciated.

Outside, the garden is an afternoon suntrap where you can sit and read your favourite novel, dine al fresco with friends or gather the family for a summer barbecue.

It’s all too easy to assume that everyone knows this delightful village and therefore how popular this property will be. For those looking to move into the area however it is worth mentioning that Alveston enjoys many special advantages over other villages in South Gloucestershire. The hugely successful Marlwood School and the equally popular St Helens primary could head up the list of benefits which could then be enhanced by two excellent pubs, The Cross Hands – [dominoes and real ale] and The Ship [“Chef and Brewer” restaurant and Hotel]. Local shops include an eight ‘til Late “Londis” and a Post Office. The town of Thornbury is also close at hand and offers a variety of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities, and is the home of the excellent Castle School.

In commuting terms it couldn’t be more convenient with the Almondsbury Interchange and Aztec West being 6 miles south and the sophisticated shops of Cribbs Causeway are a genuine ten minute drive.

So, to précis – here we have an older style property in a great location in the heart of a very sought after village with great schools, local shopping; local play grounds and a couple of very worthy hostelries; what more could you ask for? And all offered at a most realistic price. We are delighted to have Porch House within our portfolio and strongly recommend an early viewing…”

Directions

From our offices leave Thornbury southbound and climb to Alveston up Thornbury Hill. Turn right at the top [opposite the Ship Hotel] into Down Road where you will find Porch House about 200 metres along on the right.

Entrance via –
Panelled door with obscure glass panels to either side to –

Entrance Hall –
Parquet flooring, stairs to first floor accommodation, radiator, feature shelved recess, exposed beam, wall light points, access to loft space, doors to –

WC –
WC, wash hand basin with tiled splash back, extractor fan.

Lounge –
24' 6" (7.47m) x 12' 11" (3.94m) into recess
Three UPVC double glazed windows to rear and side aspects with window seats, exposed beams, 2 radiators, wall light points, storage cupboard, feature stone fireplace with tiled hearth inset gas coal effect burning stove.

Dining Room –
12' 11" (3.94m) x 11' 8" (3.56m)
UPVC double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, feature brickette open fire with tiled hearth, built-in cupboard.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room –
19' 3" (5.87m) x 11' 9" (3.58m)
Two UPVC double glazed windows to rear aspect, range of solid limed oak wall and base units with laminate wooden edge work surface over, 1 ½ bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps, space for fridge, integral dishwasher and “Creda” double oven and electric ceramic hob, built-in gas AGA, telephone point, tiled splashbacks, laminate tiled effect floor, Central heating controls, door to utility room and family room.

Utility Room –
10' 10" (3.3m) x 7' 10" (2.39m)
UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect, door to rear garden, wall and base units with work tops over, 2 stainless steel sink units with mixer taps, plumbing for washing machine, wall mounted central heating boiler, door to garage.

Family Room –
12' 9" (3.89m) x 12' 11" (3.94m)
UPVC double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, exposed beams, feature stone fireplace with open fire, wall light points.

Landing –
With split stair case leading to all first floor accommodation, radiator, “Velux” window, upvc double glazed window to side aspect, built-in airing cupboard housing hot water tank, stairs to second floor accommodation.

Bedroom 1 –
19' 11" (6.07m) x 14' 0" (4.27m)
2 UPVC double glazed windows to rear and side aspects, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, 2 x radiators, telephone point, television point.

Bathroom –
“Velux” window, white 4 piece suite comprising wood panelled bath with shower tap attachment and folding shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, wc, bidet, laminate floor, radiator, part tiled walls, exposed beam, recessed shelving, shaver/light point.

Bedroom 2 –
13' 0" (3.96m) x 12' 11" (3.94m)
Two UPVC double glazed windows to front and side aspect, feature cast iron fireplace with wooden surround, wall light points, double radiator.

Family Bathroom –
Obscure UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect, white 4 piece suite comprising wood panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, wc, shower cubicle, radiator, part tiled walls.

Bedroom 3 –
10' 3" (3.12m) x 6' 11" (2.11m) & 13' 0" (3.96m) x 4' 6" (1.37m)
Two UPVC double glazed windows to front and side aspect, double radiator.

Bedroom 4 –
12' 1" (3.68m) x 9' 5" (2.87m) & 3' 11" (1.19m) x 3' 1" (0.94m)
UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator.

Bedroom 5 –
12' 6" (3.81m) x 12' 5" (3.78m)
UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect, built-in wardrobe, door to loft eves.

Rear Garden –
57' 5" (17.5m) x 48' 5" (14.75m) narrowing to 32' 10" (10m)
Laid to shingle area with raised shrub borders and steps to raised lawn, enclosed by close boarded fence, outside light, raised decorative flower border with central seat, built-in BBQ, gate providing side access.

Garage-
Up-and-over door, power and light, door to utility room, windows to side aspect.