Location

Backwell is a popular and highly desirable North Somerset village, lying to the South West of Bristol's commercial centre and offering a host of amenities.

There are quality schools, primary and secondary, a leisure centre and the surrounding pasture and woodland include a bridle paths and footpaths. Within proximity there are golf courses in Failand and sailing available from the nearby Chew Valley Lakes.

For the commuter Bristol City Centre is easily accessible and is approximately 7.2 miles distant. Rail services run from Nailsea & Backwell train station directly to London Paddington. Whilst Bristol Airport has flights to a number of cities nationwide as well as Europe and some long haul destinations.

Description

A detached family house of immense character and charm, beautifully presented with a contemporary interior and a modern pallete. Constructed in the 1930s and from rendered elevations under a pan tiled roof, Hatherlow has benefitted from many modern enhancements including double glazed lattice windows throughout, modern bathroom suites and most significantly a contemporary extension which encompasses the kitchen and garden room. Notwithstanding, much of the original detail has been retained and attention has also been lavished on the exterior. Gardens are beautifully landscaped and the swimming pool and terrace offer relaxation, leisure and alfresco dining.

Hatherlow's reception leads through to the dining hall with a solid oak floor extending throughout, there is good connection from the front door to the garden. A rising staircase leads to the first floor bedroom accommodation and there is an understairs store cupboard. The drawing room is triple aspect with picture windows, a feature fireplace and this beautifully appointed room is both spacious and light. A more intimate snug includes a further feature fireplace and a window over the front elevation. The open plan kitchen and garden room is generous in scale and includes full length sliding doors which open to the elements and enjoy views over the pool, garden, terrace and beyond. The kitchen is beautifully appointed incorporating a range of wall and base units with Silestone worksurfaces. Integrated appliances include a range cooker with extractor over, dishwasher with complimenting door and a larder fridge. The central island has a further array of cupboards and a breakfast bar. Beyond is the comprehensive utility with further wall and base units, Silestone work surfaces and space for the prerequisite white goods as well as integrated fridge and freezer and a cloakroom. There is a stable style oak door leading to the side elevation.

There are four first floor bedrooms located off the landing with loft access. The principal bedroom has the benefit of an en suite bathroom and a comprehensive array of built in wardrobes and there are double doors opening on to a shallow balcony with wonderful elevated views. The second bedroom is also dual aspect, generous in scale and has built in wardrobes. The fourth bedroom has been adapted as a home office for hybrid working. The family bathroom includes a modern white suite with a corner bath, separate shower cubical, twin bowl vanity unit and WC.

Hatherlow is approached to the front via an in and out carriage drive with electric gates and provides plenty of parking. Clipped hedges give privacy from the road and there is a backdrop of woodland and grazing land. There is easy access either side of the house and the rear garden is a joy to behold, beautifully landscaped with a large and level shaped lawn, well stocked flower borders with specimen trees and shrubs. A summer house provides storage and the curtilage is evergreen with clipped hedges and topiaries. The terrace and swimming pool are elevated, well lit and enjoy a sunny orientation with extensive views and there are a couple of undercroft stores useful for garden implements and the pool paraphernalia.