Land for sale

Compton Martin, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset BS40

The Outline Approval

A rare opportunity to acquire an outline consented self-build plot within the highly desirable Chew Valley village of Compton Martin. The site benefits from outline planning permission with reserved matters. The approved scheme comprises an attractive 1.5-storey property delivering a detached 3-bedroom dwelling with parking for a minimum of two vehicles, turning space and landscaping.

The outline consent provides a well-defined and policy-compliant scheme, whilst retaining flexibility over appearance and landscaping, making it particularly attractive to self-build purchasers and design-led developers.

The Current Site

The site comprises a parcel of land that forms part of a residential garden and orchard setting.

The plot extends to approximately 697 sqm and benefits from a private and secluded position within the village.

The site is generally level, and access will be via the private driveway belonging to the current road-facing property (A368).

Location:

Recently named the best place to live in the South West by The Sunday Times, the Chew Valley is celebrated for offering a rare balance of idyllic countryside living with excellent connectivity to Bristol, Bath and Wells.

Compton Martin is a highly sought-after village situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering an attractive balance of rural living with excellent accessibility.

The village lies within easy reach of Bristol, Bath, Weston-super-Mare and Wells, all accessible within approximately 30 minutes’ drive, with mainline rail connections from Bath and Bristol providing access to London in just over an hour. The North Somerset coastline is also within convenient reach.

Compton Martin itself is a picturesque Conservation Area, characterised by a range of period properties and traditional architecture, with nearby access to the Mendip Hills and surrounding countryside.

The setting is particularly attractive, with designated ecological and landscape features in proximity.

Education:

Ubley School, a highly regarded primary school, is located approximately one mile away in Ubley, with transport provision available.

Secondary schooling is available in Chew Magna, alongside a wide selection of highly regarded independent schools nearby, including Sidcot School, Wells Cathedral School, Millfield, Bristol Grammar School, Clifton College, qeh and King’s School, Bath.

Bus & Road:

Good road connectivity via the A368, with access to Bristol, Bath and surrounding villages

Shopping:

Local amenities available within nearby Chew Magna, Bishop Sutton and surrounding centres

Eating & Drinking:

A selection of country pubs, cafés and restaurants within the Chew Valley area

Viewings:

Strictly by appointment only as the site is only accessible via the private driveway of an existing dwelling

Documents Available Upon Request:

Brochure

Outline approval & reserved matters

Local comparables

bng exemptong document

Bildiversity net gain assessment

Ecology

Arboriculture consultation report

Contact the land team with any enquiries relating to this site.

Location

Located on the A368, the village lies within easy reach of Bristol, Bath, Weston-super-Mare and Wells, all accessible within approximately 30 minutes’ drive, with mainline rail connections from Bath and Bristol providing access to London in just over an hour. The North Somerset coastline is also within convenient reach.