The Old School Close, Churchill, BS25

2 The Old School Close, Churchill is a striking and individual home forming part of Churchill’s former village school, combining generous accommodation with the character and proportions of the original building. Dating from around 1900 and converted in 2004, the property retains some wonderful architectural features, including high vaulted ceilings, exposed roof timbers and impressive tall windows, while providing around 1,639 sq ft of practical living space.

The entrance hall leads through to the spacious kitchen/breakfast room. Light and airy it is fitted with a range of units and a large central peninsula, with attractive slate-style flooring. Integrated appliances include a double oven, dishwasher and gas hob.

Beyond, the living room is an especially impressive open plan space, with excellent ceiling height and the scale to accommodate both seating and dining areas. A utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.

Upstairs, the character of the original school becomes even more apparent. There are three bedrooms, two of which feature exposed structural timbers, together with a family bathroom. The principal bedroom is particularly generous, while the dramatic roof structure and distinctive windows give the upper floor a character rarely found in more conventional homes. There is also a fourth room that has potential for use as a study.

Outside

The property is approached over The Old School Close and benefits from off-street parking to the front. To the rear is an enclosed garden, arranged for ease of maintenance with paved and gravelled areas providing space for outdoor seating and entertaining. Mature planting and established boundaries add a degree of privacy, while the setting alongside the former school building gives the outside space a distinctive backdrop. The garden photographs also show a useful side access linking the front and rear of the property.

Location

Churchill offers local shopping and social facilities including a 24-hour petrol station and mini-market and the nearby villages of Congresbury and Winscombe have a more comprehensive range of shops. There is a large, modern medical practice in the village. Primary schooling is available close by and the well regarded Churchill Academy and Sixth Form with its adjoining sports complex is only a short walk away. Bristol and Weston-super-Mare are within easy commuting distance with a regular bus service available and there are two M5 motorway access points, at Clevedon and St.Georges and easy access to the M32 and M4 for travelling to London. Bristol International airport is just 5 miles distant along the A38. The village of Yatton (approximately 4 miles distant) has a mainline railway station with direct services to London Paddington from 112 mins. The countryside around offers many activities including riding, sailing, fishing, walking and several golf courses. 

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Council Tax band: E

Tenure: Freehold

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