5 bedroom detached house for sale

St. Michaels Cottage is set in a peaceful location and on the outskirts of East Harptree, it is a beautifully presented period home with a striking contemporary extension that enjoys breathtaking views across the Chew Valley.

This substantial property offers five to six bedrooms, a paddock, newly built triple garage in 2024, and has undergone a comprehensive programme of renovation, improvement, and redecoration over the past two years.

Combining charming original features with modern finishes, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful yet contemporary residence in one of the Chew Valley’s most sought-after locations, with convenient access to Bath, Bristol, and Wells.


About the Property.

Tucked away on the edge of the picturesque village of East Harptree, St. Michaels Cottage is a beautifully presented family home set amidst the rolling Chew Valley countryside. Enveloped by nature and rich in character, this unique property combines the charm of a mid-19th-century cottage with the elegance of a thoughtfully designed contemporary extension, creating a warm and inviting home of both style and substance.

This property offers generous and flexible living space, exquisite craftsmanship, and a rare sense of tranquillity, enhanced by its private paddock, gardens and beautiful countryside views.
About the Inside.

Stepping inside, original quarry tiles and latch doors immediately set the tone, hinting at the cottage’s rich history. To the left, a traditional country kitchen with central island flows effortlessly into a spacious breakfast/family room with bespoke fixed furniture and French doors opening out onto a sun-soaked south-facing terrace. Perfectly designed for family living and entertaining.

The kitchen features newly installed bespoke oak worktops, complemented by a generous range of handcrafted units offering ample storage. It also benefits from a new gas/electric oven and a useful under-stairs pantry, perfect for additional storage.

The heart of the home continues into a generous sitting room with bespoke fitted shelving and a Jetmaster open fireplace with elegant Bath Stone surround. Adjoining the living room is a formal dining room with French doors that open to the east-facing garden with beautiful views.

The Extension was expertly designed and built in 2009. The stunning oak and glass construction blends seamlessly with the original cottage while dramatically enhancing the sense of light and space. This part of the home includes a hallway with exposed stone walls that nod to the home's heritage and underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, a study, and an impressive dual aspect drawing room that enjoys panoramic views across the paddock and surrounding countryside. A wood-burning stove that creates a cosy focal point for colder months.

Two staircases can lead you upstairs, one original and full of cottage charm, the other part of the contemporary extension leads to the first floor, which is cleverly split into two wings. The property consists of five /six bedrooms. The upper floor features a delightful guest suite with double aspect views, bespoke fitted wardrobes with power and TV aerial, and an en-suite shower room. A second double room includes an original fireplace and built-in wardrobe. On the lower landing, a further spacious double bedroom, that houses the new boiler, which was installed in 2024, and a charming double bedroom that share a well-appointed family bathroom.

The modern wing’s first floor boasts a luxurious master suite complete with exceptional countryside views, dressing room (possible sixth bedroom) and a contemporary en-suite shower room. The exposed original stonework continues here, reinforcing the seamless blend of old and new throughout the home.

About the Outside.

The property’s outdoor spaces are equally impressive. The gravel driveway is framed by double flowering Hawthorns that leads to a large parking area adjacent to the house and the newly constructed triple garage with barn-style oak doors, complementing the property’s character.

To the south, a beautifully designed garden, that features espaliered Crab Apple trees, herbs, roses, and a terrace perfect for alfresco dining.

A detached, fully insulated utility room with base units, sink, and fitted storage serves as a versatile space with the provision for laundry facilities, white goods and significant general storage.

Beyond the formal gardens lies a charming pony paddock of approximately one acre. Fitted with a stable that has recently been re roofed, with kick boarding and power, it's ideal for equestrian use or simply as additional space to enjoy the countryside lifestyle. With the added benefit of a newly created small field shelter that would be suitable for smaller livestock such as sheep.

In Summary.

St. Michaels Cottage is a truly unique opportunity to own a lovingly restored and extended period home in one of the Chew Valley’s most sought-after villages. With a perfect blend of character, quality craftsmanship, modern convenience, and stunning rural surroundings, this home is presented in excellent order throughout and is offered with no onward chain.

About the Area.

Nestled in the heart of the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, East Harptree is a highly sought-after village offering the perfect blend of countryside charm and community spirit. The village is home to a Church of England primary school, a pre-school/nursery, community shop, village hall, cricket club, with the recently reopened ‘Waldegrave community pub’, and an active local community that hosts events throughout the year.

The house enjoys a rural setting with excellent connections. The M5 (Junction 21) is 15 miles west, Bristol Airport 9 miles north, while avoiding flight paths. Bristol and Bath are about 15 miles away, offering extensive shopping, culture, and leisure. Babington House is also nearby.

Rail links from Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa provide direct services to London and beyond, with Bath to London taking around 90 minutes.

Outdoor activities include walking, caving, climbing, horse riding in the Mendip Hills, sailing at Chew Valley Lake, golf nearby, and racing at Wincanton, Bath, and Salisbury. Shooting and fishing are also available locally. The area has strong schools, including Chew Valley School and The Blue School, plus notable private schools like Bristol Grammar, Clifton College, Millfield, and Badminton.

Useful Information.

Postcode - BS40 6BH
Local Authority - Bath and North East Somerset Council
Council Tax - E
Energy Performance Certificate Rating - D
Tenure – Freehold
Services – Mains gas (new boiler 2024), water and electricity. Private drainage.(new sewage treatment plant installed in 2024).
What 3 Words – flats.conqueror.nurses
Viewings - Strictly by appointment with the Vendors agent Killens.

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