If I remember correctly this house in Sneyd Park was originally built by one of Bristol's better building contractors, a pair of brothers, one of which actually lived in the house, but sadly both have passed on to that vast construction site in the sky! They were builders of repute and this dwelling did not disappoint; it was well constructed with seemingly good quality materials and it has been well maintained. Even the softwood timber windows are original and they have not suffered from 'traditional' decay, but of course they are only single glazed. It was designed 'up side down' - the bedrooms are at ground level - so the living accommodation can take in the open aspect of the surrounding area. It has been extended, but this extension is in keeping with the original. It has also been well modernised, a tribute, perhaps to the builders...   more »