Property Description

An outstanding conversion of a Grade II listed Methodist church with origins dating back to 1886. 'The Chapel' is set in a wonderful central village position backing onto open fields to the rear, meticulously renovated and restored, many of the original features of the building have been retained and enhanced by chic modern refinements that juxtapose the history of the building. A particularly striking modern feature is the contemporary glass and steel staircase which leads to a mezzanine gallery above, this is a wonderful space for a home office, studio, or just to relax and admire looking down over the incredible living space. The living space features polished wooded floor boards, cast iron radiators, beautiful gothic stone windows and even the original church organ. There is also a huge cast iron candelabra that is suspended from the ceiling and this fills the main space adding an element of drama and grandeur. 

To the rear of the living space is the original vestry, which has been reconfigured into a luxurious and spacious kitchen with a utility room off and handy cloakroom. The kitchen features bespoke handcrafted units with a contrasting granite counter top, there is provision for a range style cooker, a 'Belfast Sink' and Butchers block and a striking herringbone Oak floor. Within the kitchen stairs rise up to two double bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and exposed wooden beams. The bathroom features one of the original arched windows in the stairwell and is an opulent room with a striking deep copper bath and chic retro details including glazed metro tiles, brass fixtures, and a herringbone parquet floor.

Outside, there is potential to create a private landscaped garden with the stunning backdrop of the chapel, it should be noted that there is a public footpath that passes through the grounds.

Throughout the property quality materials were carefully chosen to create a warm, rich interior, such as jewel coloured soft velvets, Kilims, Little Green’s deep Attic II with Farrow & Ball’s Drop Cloth distemper for the lime plaster walls, Emerald Green Barnaby Gates, Boxing Hares wallpaper and accents of copper throughout.

WE HAVE NOTICED

The Chapel truly is a spectacular home for those looking for something a little bit different in a divine rural village. It also has the benefit of no onward chain complications.

DIRECTIONS 

Travelling from Blagdon on the A368 Bath Road, turn left onto Squire Lane, turning right onto The Street, you will find the Chapel a little further down the lane on your right hand side.

SITUATION

Ubley is a picturesque hamlet nestling in the valley at the base of the Mendip Hills close to Blagdon Lake, which is famous for its trout fishing.  The whole area is one of outstanding natural beauty and there are splendid views of the surrounding hills and open countryside.  Riding, walking, fishing, sailing and dry-skiing are just some of the activities available around.   Ubley, in the county of Bath & North East Somerset, has a church and a thriving village primary school (www.ubley.bathnes.sch.uk) which is still sought after by families both within and outside the village. The nearby village of Blagdon is well served by the usual range of village facilities including a village store, post office, public house, parish church and Pre-School.  Further information about the village of Blagdon can be obtained from the website (www.blagdon.org)  Secondary education is situated at Chew Valley Secondary School (www.chewvalleyschool.co.uk) and Churchill Academy & Sixth Form Centre which has recently been awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and also benefits from a modern sports complex, and there are private schools at Bristol, Wells, Sidcot, Bath and Wraxall.  Only seven miles to the north of the Chew Valley is the City of Bristol, the West Country's financial and business centre, whilst the charming City of Bath with its Roman origins and Georgian architectural masterpieces is under half an hour's drive to the East. On the southern side of the Mendips is the historic City of Wells, England's smallest, with its ancient Cathedral. Access to the motorway network is at Clevedon (junction 20), St. Georges (junction 21) and Edithmead (junction 22) and there is an international airport at Lulsgate and mainline railway stations at Weston-super-Mare, Yatton and Bristol.