6 bed detached house for sale

Old Gloucester Road, Winterbourne BS36

Matford House is a Georgian styled detached family home and Grade II Listed building, part of this private estate, originally constructed circa 1835. Boasting over 4,662 sq ft of elegant accommodation, this home offers exceptional comfort, style, and versatility for modern family living.

The ground floor of this distinguished residence offers a refined and spacious layout, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. At its heart is a grand entrance hall with parquet wood flooring and original coving. This leads to the large reception room, perfect for hosting formal gatherings. The dining room, provides a more intimate setting while maintaining a sense of elegance overlooking the formal gardens. The snug or second sitting room is warm and inviting, ideal for relaxed evenings, while the well-appointed kitchen combines functionality with style. Each room is thoughtfully proportioned, with high ceilings and graceful flow, offering a harmonious blend of comfort and sophistication. The layout ensures natural light throughout, enhancing the sense of space and refinement.

Upstairs, the first floor features 4 generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite with a walk-in dressing room, plus 2 family bathrooms, one of which could easily be made into an en-suite. On the top floor, two further bedrooms open onto private terraces, creating tranquil outdoor havens with elevated views. The layout is thoughtfully designed to balance open, airy living with intimate spaces, all finished to a high standard.

Outside

Approached via a long private drive that leads to the front of this imposing Georgian style building circa 1835, the house itself has a large driveway with parking for numerous vehicles to the front in addition to an expansive front lawn with wonderful old trees providing an air of privacy and seclusion. Accessed from the entrance hall are the stunning south westerly facing formal walled gardens with a raised terrace patio, two tiered lawns and a central pagoda, many a happy memory has been had entertaining and socialising in this wonderful outdoor space. The the rear of the house is a pretty herb garden, with gated access to the open garage / car port on the eastern side of the grounds, which also overlook the fields and rolling countryside beyond. On the southern boundary there is a large stable block, which had planning permission approved to be converted into additional accommodation (Ref: P19/1818/F). Lastly, there is also a private woodland beyond the walled gardens, that also lead to a stock proofed field / paddock, perfect for grazing.

Situation

Set in the peaceful countryside near Winterbourne, this property offers countryside serenity within easily commutable distance to Bristol. Nearby attractions include Oldbury Court Estate, Woodlands Golf & Country Club and Old Down Country Park—perfect for family outings and nature walks. Local schools are highly rated, including Winterbourne Academy, Elm Park Primary and nearby independent options like Badminton School and Bristol Grammar School. With Bristol Parkway station minutes away, plus easy access to the M4/M5, the property is ideal for families and professionals seeking space, privacy and convenience in a picturesque setting.

Property Ref Number:

Ham-60118

Additional Information

Local Authority: South Gloucestershire
Council Tax - Bad G
Services: Mains water & electric, oil fired central heating, drainage via sewage treatment plant.