Situated just off the High Street, within a pretty enclave of just three individual character homes, 'Rock Barton' is an attractive three-bedroom semi-detached cottage that boasts a plethora of original period features. Approached to the front via a wrought iron gate within an attractive dressed stone wall, the pretty front garden with its well-stocked borders and potted ferns strikes a wonderful first impression against the blushed pink hue of the rendered cottage façade. The wonderful character that can be found inside the property is complemented by the gorgeous 12 pane sash windows and alluring gabled porch. Entering the reception hallway, original exposed flagstones line the floor offering both old world charm and practical finish. To the left of the hallway a period staircase with spindled balustrades and a solid wood newel post rises to the first floor with a classic stair runner adding further style and sophistication. To the right of the hallway a panelled door opens into a wonderfully atmospheric sitting room that focusses around a beautiful contemporary styled fireplace which is inset with a cast iron wood burner. This dual aspect room enjoys excellent natural light and features polished exposed floorboards, picture rails, and a wonderfully positioned window. Beyond the sitting room is a second alluring reception room which is currently utilised as a formal dining room but could equally be used as a second living room/family room or indeed a child's playroom. Another lovely dual aspect room that floods with light from is southerly facing windows, there are French doors to the rear that flow out into the garden and an appealing tiled fireplace with a wooden mantle and surround. To either side of the fireplace there are built in dressers, both with glazed china cupboards and storage cupboards under. At the end of the hallway a braced stable door gives access to a practical downstairs cloakroom with windows to the side and rear. The kitchen is accessed through a lovely internal passageway with a door leading out to the garden and a useful store cupboard. An open doorway leads into the homely kitchen/breakfast room, another room with so much character. The vaulted ceiling, painted stone walls and terracotta tiled floor give the room a real earthy and rustic feel, a perfect space for cooking up gastronomic delights! The kitchen is well fitted with a range of modern shaker style wall and base units with a wood block counter top and fabulous Belfast sink. There is provision for a 'Rangemaster' style cooker and plenty of room for a breakfast table. Another incredibly endearing feature is a lit storage cupboard set high on the wall, behind painted pine doors. For those who enjoy collecting fine wine, it is a perfect space to store your Chablis or Pinot Noir out of arms reach! On the first floor are the three double bedrooms, each one displaying an array of wonderful period features. To the front is a guest bedroom with stripped and polished wooden floorboards and a shuttered sash window. The Principal bedroom can is also found towards the front of the house and has a light filled dual aspect. Worthy of a special mention is the stunning porthole window to the side elevation that looks out over the village rooftops and gardens towards the Parish Church of All Saints, there is a second a sash window to the front with modern shutters and a cast iron Victorian style fireplace and surround. The final third bedroom, looks out to the rear of the property over the glorious garden, it has a dual aspect with a window seat to the back shuttered window. Polished floorboards add further depth and character, and the room arguably enjoys the best views of the village from any room in the house. Completing the first-floor accommodation is the luxurious family bathroom, featuring a contemporary white suite, there is a deep modern bath, with a separate walk-in shower cubicle and pedestal wash hand basin, along with tumbled stone floor tiles and splashbacks, plus a wall mounted heated towel rail. There is also a useful airing cupboard on the first-floor landing. Outside, every bit as much care and attention has been afforded to creating what is a stunning Provençal style garden, with beautiful stone terraces and rockery borders. The garden has been skilfully planted with alpine and Mediterranean varieties that flourish during the changing seasons of the year. There are several wonderful and discrete seating areas to enjoy soaking in the sun or sheltering from the elements, along with a superbly positioned Pergola for outside dining and drinks. To the side of the cottage is a glazed potting shed, perfect for cultivating your succulents and growing non-native fruits and vegetables. There is also a stone outbuilding with huge potential, and stone steps that lead down to a useful under croft store and pedestrian access to the road.

Situation

Situated with good access to local amenities and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Wrington () is the jewel in the crown of the Wrington Vale and one of the most sought after villages in North Somerset. Picturesque with a lengthy and interesting history, it benefits from facilities usually reserved for a larger town, including two pubs (one with an excellent restaurant), church and a chapel, a primary school (awarded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted), post office, public transport, garage, pharmacy, dentist, coffee shop, grocery shop, off licence/convenience shop and even two florist/gift shops (one in the village centre and one on the outskirts). Secondary schooling is available at nearby Churchill Academy and Sixth Form Centre (), also recently awarded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted (with transport for local children provided daily), and which also benefits from a modern sports complex open to the general public. Further schools, both state and private, are at Bristol, Backwell, Wraxall and the Chew Valley. The area around is well known for its beauty and offers a variety of community pursuits. Indeed, riding, walking, fishing, sailing and dry skiing are just some of the activities available within a few miles. The village itself is within commuting distance of Bristol and the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare and there is access to the motorway network at Clevedon (junction 20) and St. Georges (junction 21). There is an international airport at Lulsgate and a mainline railway station at Yatton.

Directions

Travelling from the centre of the village proceed up the High St passing 'The Plough' public house on your left hand side, continue up the hill passing Haydens on your right, then Thursday Cottage, Friars Cottage and then Rock Barton is the next house on the right-hand side. Please park at 'The Plough' and walk up the hill to your viewing. ///extensive.claw.defaults

Our vendor says... We love the warmth and unique space of Rock Barton, spending lots of summer days in our sunny garden, enjoying balmy evenings on the terrace watching the beautiful sunsets over the village - just like being in Provence.

We have noticed... This quintessentially English period cottage is packed with lovely character features and has a charm and ambience that is incredibly hard to create. From roaring fires to warm you during those cold winter months to the stunning Mediterranean inspired garden, it is without question one of my favourite listings for quite some time.