Location

Oakridge Lane lies just outside the attractive and popular village of Winscombe, surrounded by rolling North Somerset countryside yet well placed for day to day living. The M5 motorway is within 6 miles, and the wider area offers excellent schooling options, both state and private, including Churchill Academy, Sidcot School and the diverse choice of independent schools in Bristol.

Winscombe provides a good range of local shops, cafés and services, while larger supermarkets are available in neighbouring towns. The Mendip Hills deliver superb opportunities for walking, cycling, riding and outdoor pursuits, complemented by golf, sailing and fitness facilities within easy reach. Churchill Dry Ski Slope offers an accessible and welcoming destination for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. The centre is set within peaceful woodland, creating a scenic backdrop for lessons, practice sessions, and family days out.

Several well regarded country pubs and eateries are nearby, and both Bristol and Bristol Airport lie within straightforward travelling distance.

Description

Oakridge Hall forms a substantial portion of a handsome country house, believed to date from the 1700s. Set along a peaceful rural lane, the property exudes presence, character and individuality combining elegant period architecture with comfortable, versatile modern living.

A grand part glazed front door opens into a superb vaulted reception hall instantly impressive with its height, exposed timbers, wood?burning stove and the magnificent staircase rising to a galleried landing above. This dramatic space sets the tone for the rest of the home.

From the hall, a doorway leads into the charming snug, a cosy retreat ideal for reading or quiet evenings. Beyond is the comfortable sitting room, a room of excellent proportions featuring a handsome period fireplace, deep windows and refined detailing and a perfect setting for relaxed family living or entertaining.

The heart of the home is the large, sociable kitchen, flowing seamlessly into a raised dining area. The magnificent atrium window floods the space with natural light, while glazed doors open directly onto the neatly structured, easily maintained garden. Designed by an award?winning landscape professional, the garden offers year?round interest with minimal upkeep.

Also on this floor is a study, ideally suited for home working, and direct access to the cellars, a generous spaces ideal for storage, wine, hobbies or future enhancement.

The galleried landing above the reception hall leads to four well proportioned bedrooms, including a particularly spacious principal bedroom. Bedroom 2 benefits from an adjacent dressing room, and all bedrooms enjoy pleasant outlooks over the garden or surrounding countryside.

A further bedroom or flexible loft room on the upper level offers excellent potential for a guest suite, hobby room or second study, with additional loft space providing further storage options.