Old Church Farm Rudgeway, Nr. Bristol, South Gloucestershire
An historic Listed house with impressive family living space, excellent ancillary accommodation and far-reaching views Old Church Farm, Rudgeway, Nr. Bristol, South Gloucestershire BS35 3SQ Thornbury 3 miles, Chipping Sodbury 8 miles, Bristol 12 miles, M5 (J16) 3 miles, M4 (J15) 9 miles, Bath18 miles
Features: Currently used as a private hotel/conference centre and comprising: Hall, Drawing room, Dining room, Sitting room, Study, Office, Kitchen, Laundry, Larder, Cloakroom, 7 Bedrooms (all en suite) Conference Centre (3,445 square feet) Detached 3 bedroom bungalow Beautiful gardens and grounds Paddock About 7.8 acres in all
Situation Old Church Farm is situated on the edge of Rudgeway, a South Gloucestershire village in a very accessible location. Nearby Alveston has a good range of everyday shops with a wider choice at Thornbury, Yate and Chipping Sodbury. The Mall at Cribbs Causeway is 5 miles drive. The main regional centre is Bristol, about 12 miles to the south, while the beautiful city of Bath, with its superb architecture, history and shops, is 18 miles via the M4. Cheltenham, Gloucester and Swindon are also within easy daily commuting distance. There is a good choice of both private and state schools in the area. The former include Tockington Manor, Silverhill, Westonbirt, Wycliffe and the various schools in Bristol such as Redmaids High, Clifton College and Badminton School. Sporting opportunities include a variety of golf courses and many equestrian events including Badminton Horse Trials. Communications are excellent. Junction 16 of the M5 is 3 miles drive. Bristol Parkway station is 6 miles, from which direct rail services to London Paddington take from 90 minutes. Bristol International Airport is 20 miles. Historical Note (information supplied in part by the vendors) Originally known as Alveston Manor, the main house dates from the late 16th century and is Listed Grade II. It was owned by the Veel family from 1580 until 1703 and it is their coat of arms that can be seen over the front door. Many of the fireplaces, as well as the ornate plaster ceilings, date from the Tudor period, evidenced by Tudor rose motifs. The Veels were Royalists
in the Civil War and it is said that Thomas Veel, later Lord Alveston, fought for the King. By the end of the 18th century the house had become a farmhouse. The original parish church of St Helen stood next to the house but this was abandoned in the late 19th century when a new church was built in the village and now only the tower remains. In 1960 Bristol Siddeley Engines (now Rolls-Royce plc) bought the property and it has remained in their ownership ever since. Rolls-Royce plc have used Old Church Farm as a private hotel and conference centre and what is particularly striking is the sensitive way the property has been adapted to these uses the main house itself feels very much like a private house, albeit a very well-equipped one! Old Church Farm Old Church Farm is a charming period house which is both impressive and yet manageable. For a house of its period the rooms are particularly well-proportioned, with high ceilings and large windows to take advantage of the views. The drawing room is an especially fine room, with a beautiful plaster ceiling and a large open fireplace. The study has an even more splendid plaster ceiling while the neighbouring dining room has space for a large table and is ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is of catering standard as you would expect but this could easily be relocated to the sitting room which overlooks the gardens and the view. The seven bedrooms are all on the first floor and are all en suite. The master bedroom is a very generous size and has excellent views.
Outside There is a large gravelled parking area to the front of the house. The surrounding gardens have been very well-maintained and provide a delightful setting for the property. Wide flat lawns stretch away to the south and west and there is a well-stocked rose garden with box-edged borders to either side. Beyond this is a pond and fountain. There is a large productive vegetable garden, with espaliered fruit trees and soft fruit cages, a greenhouse and stone store shed. Wrapping around the garden is a large grass paddock, suitable for horses. The Barn Conference Centre Situated close to the main entrance, this traditional period barn was converted in 2005 to form entertaining and conference space. As currently arranged there are three large meeting/conference rooms, a skittle alley/party room, an office and prep room. The Bungalow Discreetly situated beyond the Barn is a detached bungalow. Ideal for staff, it comprises two reception rooms, a kitchen, three bedrooms and a bathroom. It sits within its own private garden.
General Services: Mains water and electricity. Gas fired central heating in the main house and the cottage. Air-conditioning in the Conference Centre. Tenure: The bungalow is currently let on an assured short hold tenancy for six months from 1st May 2016. Public Rights of Way: There are two public footpaths across the paddock. Planning: A planning application (ref PT16/1585/F ) was submitted in April 2016 for the change of use from Hotel/Conference Centre to a single residential dwelling. Local Authority: South Gloucestershire District Council. Council Tax/Business Rates: Old Church Farm has a rateable value of 10,500. The Bungalow is in Council Tax Band B. Directions From Junction 16 of the M5 take the A38 north as signposted to Almondsbury and Rudgeway. Continue for about 2½ miles into Rudgeway and in the middle of the village turn right at the traffic lights for Iron Acton. Just after you leave the village there is a wide verge on your right. Turn right here and the entrance to Old Church Farm will be seen at the end. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Mapping with the permission of the Controller of Her Majesty s Stationery Offi ce. Crown Copyright (ES763454). NOT TO SCALE Old Church Farm Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Mapping with the permission of the Controller of Her Majesty s Stationery Offi ce. Crown Copyright (ES763454). NOT TO SCALE
Floorplans for Old Church Farm, Rudgeway, Nr. Bristol, South Gloucestershire BS35 3SQ Approximate Gross Internal Area*: House: 6,555 sq ft / 609 sq m Cellar: 172 sq ft / 16 sq m The Bungalow: 1,066 sq ft / 99 sq m Conference Centre: 3,445 sq ft / 320 sq m Stores: 258 sq ft / 24 sq m Potting Shed: 86 sq ft / 8 sq m Church Tower: 334 sq ft / 31 sq m Total: 11,916 sq ft / 1,107 sq m Illustration for identification purposes only. Not to scale. *As defined by RICS Code of Measuring Practice.
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