"Mum loved living in this bungalow, the gardens brought her so much joy. We have many happy memories of visiting her and my children playing in the garden and enjoying walks across the common and down to the river. A happy family home, full of love."
The home
Sold with no onward chain and located in the popular Park Crescent, Frenchay, this charming four-bedroom detached dormer bungalow offers spacious and versatile accommodation of approximately 126 sq m (1,357 sq ft). The property is ideal for buyers looking for a well-maintained home with scope for modernisation. The property is approached via a welcoming entrance hall which provides access to the ground floor. On the first left, a generous lounge/dining room forms the heart of the home, offering ample space for both relaxing and entertaining, with pleasant outlooks and direct access through to the kitchen. The kitchen sits conveniently alongside the dining space and offers good potential for updating, along with adequate storage and countertop space. The ground floor also provides three bedrooms, offering flexible accommodation which could alternatively be used as additional reception space, home office or guest rooms. In the middle room is a conservatory extension, with luscious views of the garden. A bathroom and additional cloakroom facilities serve the ground floor. To the first floor, a further double bedroom benefits from its own bathroom, creating a private guest suite or principal bedroom space, alongside useful eaves storage.
Disclaimer regarding historic subsidence, which has been resolved: There was a crack in the side wall soon after purchase (1996), due to a tree root causing structural movement. This was promptly dealt with and paperwork is available to show that it was rectified professionally, monitored post repair and through insurers. There has been no problem at all since completion of the work.
The outside space
The property enjoys a well-maintained and attractive rear garden, thoughtfully arranged to provide both practical space and areas for relaxation and entertaining. Immediately to the rear of the property is a generous paved patio terrace, offering ample room for outdoor seating and dining. This pleasant space is bordered by established planting and timber fencing, creating a private and sheltered setting ideal for enjoying the garden throughout the warmer months. Steps lead up from the patio to a level lawned garden, which is attractively enclosed by mature hedging and fencing, providing a good degree of privacy. The lawn is complemented by well-stocked borders with a variety of shrubs, flowers and seasonal planting, adding colour throughout the year. Toward the rear of the garden there is also a timber summerhouse. A particular feature of the property is the extensive driveway, which provides generous off-road parking for multiple vehicles and access to the property's two garages, along with a separate workshop, offering excellent storage, hobby space or potential for those requiring a work area from home. Overall, the outside space combines practical parking and outbuildings with a well-kept garden, creating a highly usable and attractive outdoor environment that complements the accommodation within.
Living in Frenchay
Frenchay Village is one of the oldest parts of the city, first recorded in the 13th century. The village is home to a primary school, pub, museum, tennis club, and the well-known cricket club once captained by W.G. Grace. While it has kept its village feel, the area has also seen newer homes built, many on the site of the former Frenchay Hospital. Shops, pubs, and schools are within walking distance, including the popular White Lion pub, which has been refurbished recently, located off of Frenchay Common. The M4, M32, and the ring road (A4174) are close by, with Filton Abbey Wood, home to major employers such as the MOD and Rolls-Royce. Bristol Parkway is a short drive via Hambrook, making the area well connected. A big draw for Frenchay is the link to green space, and being set within a rural setting, but within touching distance of Bristol and beyond. The River Frome runs along side the area, a scenic spot to enjoy long walks. On one side is Oldbury Court Estate/Vassalls Park, and the other is Begbrook Green, with direct access to Snuff Mills. Well-regarded schools are also in the vicinity, including Frenchay CoE, Begbrook Primary, Frome Vale and Avanti Gardens.
