4 bed detached house for sale

Old Banwell Road, Locking, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset BS24

A Remarkably Versatile Four-Bedroom Home with Extensive Ancillary Accommodation, offering approximately 1,850 sq ft (171.8 sq m) of principal accommodation, together with a 237 sq ft (22 sq m) garage and an impressive 1,052 sq ft (97.7 sq m) of outbuildings, this is a property with an exceptional degree of flexibility.

The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged centred around a substantial open-plan Kitchen / Lounge / Dining Room, complemented by a dedicated study, utility facilities, integral garage and four generous first-floor bedrooms. Beyond the principal house, three substantial outbuildings provide an unusually broad range of additional accommodation, incorporating a Games / Cinema Room, Gym, Workshop and Store.

The property is capable of adapting to a wide variety of lifestyles: Family living, home working, entertaining, leisure and hobbies can all be accommodated within one highly versatile property.

Ground Floor
Entrance & Reception Hall
The ground floor is arranged around a central entrance and reception area, providing access to the principal living accommodation, study, utility area, garage and staircase to the first floor.
The arrangement creates a practical separation between the principal living spaces and the ancillary areas, while the internal staircase provides a natural connection to the bedroom accommodation above.
A useful feature of the layout is the generous amount of circulation and storage space incorporated around the central part of the house, giving the ground floor a practical everyday flow.

Kitchen / Lounge / Dining Room
29’11” x 16’7” (9.11m x 5.05m)
The undoubted centrepiece of the ground floor is the impressive Kitchen / Lounge / Dining Room, measuring almost 30 feet in length and over 16 feet in width.
This substantial open-plan room is designed to bring together the three key elements of modern home life: Cooking, dining and relaxing. There is a dedicated kitchen arrangement to one end of the room, with the remainder providing considerable flexibility for both dining and lounge furniture.
The scale of the room makes it particularly well suited to entertaining, while its open-plan configuration allows everyday family life to take place within one sociable central space.
The room also has direct access to the balcony, creating an especially attractive connection between the principal living accommodation and the outside.
With its generous dimensions and multifunctional layout, this is a room that can readily accommodate distinct kitchen, dining and seating areas.

Balcony
The balcony adjoins the principal Kitchen / Lounge / Dining Room and is accessed directly from the living accommodation.
Its position makes it a natural extension of the main entertaining space and provides an additional outdoor area immediately connected to the heart of the home.

Study
12’8” x 11’1” (3.85m x 3.39m)
The Study provides an excellent home-working or quiet retreat space away from the main open-plan living area.
At over 12 feet by 11 feet, it is considerably more than a compact workstation and offers sufficient space for a substantial desk arrangement together with additional furniture.
Its position on the ground floor makes it convenient for professional working from home, study, hobbies or as a peaceful secondary reception space.

Utility Room
10’4” x 8’8” (3.15m x 2.63m)
The generous Utility Room is positioned towards the rear of the ground floor and provides valuable practical space away from the principal living accommodation.
At over 10 feet by 8 feet, it offers considerably more flexibility than a conventional utility area and can accommodate the functions associated with laundry, household storage and day-to-day domestic use.

Ground-Floor Cloakroom / WC
A separate WC facility is incorporated within the ground-floor arrangement, positioned adjacent to the utility area.
This provides a useful amenity for residents and guests without the need to access the first-floor bedroom accommodation.
Garage
23’9” x 10’ (7.24m x 3.04m)
The integral Garage measures approximately 23 feet 9 inches in length, providing a substantial enclosed space with excellent potential for vehicle storage together with associated household storage.
Its direct connection with the house adds considerable practicality, particularly for everyday family use and the movement of shopping, equipment and other belongings between the car and the accommodation.

First Floor
The first floor is arranged around a central landing, with four bedrooms distributed across the level together with bathroom facilities.
The layout provides a clear separation between the principal bedroom and the remaining bedrooms, while the overall arrangement is particularly well suited to family living or accommodating guests.

Bedroom 1
19’6” x 9’8” (5.95m x 2.94m)
The principal Bedroom 1 is the largest of the four bedrooms and extends to almost 20 feet in length.
Its generous proportions provide considerable flexibility for bedroom furniture, storage and additional seating or dressing space.
The room occupies a prominent position on the first floor and, by virtue of its dimensions, offers a substantial principal bedroom environment.

Bedroom 2
12’6” x 11’1” (3.82m x 3.39m)
Bedroom 2 is a well-proportioned double bedroom measuring approximately 12 feet 6 inches by 11 feet 1 inch.
Its square proportions make the room particularly versatile for furniture placement, while its position at the opposite side of the first-floor arrangement from Bedroom 1 provides useful separation between sleeping spaces.
It would equally lend itself to use as a guest bedroom, teenager’s room or additional family bedroom.

Bedroom 3
11’11” x 10’10” (3.63m x 3.31m)
Bedroom 3 is another comfortable double-bedroom-sized room, measuring almost 12 feet by 11 feet.
Its proportions provide ample scope for a full bedroom suite and additional storage, making it suitable for family members or guests.
The room’s position within the first-floor layout also allows it to function independently from the principal bedroom.

Bedroom 4
10’11” x 8’2” maximum (3.33m x 2.50m maximum)
The fourth bedroom provides a useful additional bedroom or flexible ancillary room.
Measuring approximately 10 feet 11 inches by 8 feet 2 inches at maximum dimensions, it would be suitable for a child’s bedroom, guest accommodation, dressing room or additional home-working space, depending upon the purchaser’s requirements.
Together with the other three bedrooms, it gives the property a genuine four-bedroom configuration.

First-Floor Bathroom Facilities
The first floor incorporates bathroom facilities serving the bedroom accommodation.
The floorplan offers two separate bathing/shower areas, providing valuable convenience for a four-bedroom home.

Games / Cinema Room
29’9” x 22’10” maximum (9.07m x 6.95m maximum)
The largest of the outbuildings is an exceptional Games / Cinema Room, measuring approximately 29 feet 9 inches by 22 feet 10 inches at maximum dimensions.
This is a substantial standalone leisure space with enormous flexibility. The scale of the room lends itself naturally to cinema and entertainment use, while the floorplan also provides ample room for games, seating and socialising.
The building includes its own WC facilities, adding to its independence and practicality.
As a dedicated leisure building, it could become the focal point for entertaining, family film nights, gaming, sports viewing or a private recreation space without compromising the tranquillity of the main house.

Gym
18’3” x 13’7” (5.57m x 4.14m)
The second outbuilding is a purposefully proportioned Gym, measuring approximately 18 feet 3 inches by 13 feet 7 inches.
This is an excellent dedicated exercise space, providing sufficient room for a comprehensive home gym arrangement while keeping fitness equipment and activities separate from the principal accommodation.
For purchasers who value health, exercise and leisure at home, this dedicated space represents a significant lifestyle advantage.
The building also incorporates access to an additional store area.

Store
7’7” x 7’1” (2.31m x 2.16m)
A separate Store adjoins the gym outbuilding and provides approximately 54 sq ft of additional storage space.
This is particularly useful in supporting the property’s leisure facilities, offering somewhere to keep equipment, seasonal items, tools or other belongings without taking space from the main living areas.

Garden Room
10’2” x 8’11” (3.10m x 2.73m)
The garden room could also be used as an outdoor workspace/ study, and could also provide useful secure storage or a dedicated area for equipment and projects, depending upon the purchaser’s needs.

The Lifestyle Proposition
The strength of this property lies not simply in its four-bedroom layout, but in the sheer variety of spaces available. The principal house provides the essentials of modern family living: A substantial open-plan Kitchen / Lounge / Dining Room, dedicated Study, Utility Room, four bedrooms and bathroom facilities. The external accommodation then adds a second layer of versatility.
There is a substantial Games / Cinema Room for entertainment, a dedicated Gym for exercise, a Workshop for practical pursuits and additional Store space for the equipment that accompanies modern family life.
This means the property can comfortably accommodate very different priorities under one roof:
For families: Four bedrooms, generous communal living space and extensive ancillary accommodation.
For home workers: A dedicated Study, with the option of using additional outbuilding space for further work or creative activities.
For entertainers: An impressive open-plan Kitchen / Lounge / Dining Room, direct access to the balcony and a substantial standalone Games / Cinema Room.
For fitness enthusiasts: A dedicated Gym separated from the main living accommodation.
For hobbyists: A standalone Workshop together with extensive additional storage.
For those seeking flexibility: Multiple spaces that can evolve with changing family, working and leisure requirements.

Locking, Weston-super-Mare
A Charming North Somerset Village with Countryside, Community and Excellent Connections
Locking is a highly regarded village situated on the southern side of Weston-super-Mare, enjoying an attractive position on the edge of the Mendip Hills and within easy reach of the coast. The village combines a distinctly rural character with convenient access to the extensive amenities of Weston-super-Mare, making it an appealing location for families, professionals and those looking to enjoy a more peaceful village lifestyle without sacrificing accessibility.
With its traditional village atmosphere, surrounding farmland and countryside, local pub, village shop, primary school and community facilities, Locking has retained a strong sense of identity while benefiting from its proximity to one of North Somerset’s principal towns.
The surrounding landscape is a particular attraction. Locking sits close to the foothills and western edge of the Mendips, with a mixture of open countryside, rolling farmland, woodland and established lanes providing numerous opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. From elevated positions around the village and nearby countryside there are attractive views across the surrounding landscape, with the wider area offering vistas towards the Mendip Hills, Weston-super-Mare and, from suitable viewpoints, the Bristol Channel. The exact outlook naturally varies according to the property’s position.
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The Village
Locking is centred around a traditional village environment, with St Mary’s Church, the village hall and historic buildings contributing to its established character.
The village retains a useful range of everyday amenities. Local facilities include Locking Stores & Post Office, providing convenient day-to-day shopping and postal services, while the village is also close by to Hutton Garden Centre, which has become a popular local destination.
There are also cafés and independent local businesses within the village and immediate area, helping to give Locking a genuine community atmosphere rather than simply functioning as a residential suburb of Weston-super-Mare.
The village’s location means residents can enjoy the advantages of rural surroundings while having larger supermarkets, retail parks, leisure facilities and a much wider selection of shops and restaurants only a short drive away.
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Local Pubs & Dining
Locking has the considerable advantage of having well-established village pubs, The Old Inn, situated on Main Road and The Coach House. They provide a traditional local meeting place and restaurants and are an important part of village life.
A further nearby option is The Walnut Tree, adding to the choice of places to eat and socialise in the surrounding area. The local postcode sector also records Hutton Chinese Takeaway and Waterfall Café amongst the nearby food and drink amenities.
For a wider choice, Weston-super-Mare provides an extensive selection of restaurants, cafés, pubs and bars, while the surrounding villages and Mendip towns offer numerous independent dining destinations. In addtioal there is a large choice of bars and restaurants along Westons Sea front which also features the famous Grand Pier.
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Shopping & Everyday Amenities
Locking provides a convenient selection of local facilities for everyday needs, including the village Stores and Post Office, while nearby shopping provision is considerably broader.
A short journey brings residents to supermarkets and retail facilities around Weston-super-Mare, including Lidl, Waitrose, and the larger retail parks off the A370. The wider Weston retail area provides a broad selection of national retailers, homeware stores, supermarkets and other services.
For example, the Waitrose & Partners store on Phillips Road and the retail facilities around Marchfields Way provide convenient access to larger-scale shopping. Entity.
The Sovereign Shopping Centre in Weston town centre provides further retail choice, alongside the traditional High Street and surrounding independent businesses. Entity.
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Schools & Education
Locking is particularly attractive to families, with Locking Church of England Primary School located within the village on Church Lane. The school is a mixed primary school for children aged 4–11 and is currently listed as Good.
The school’s proximity is a significant advantage for families living locally. Properties within Hutton can fall within the school’s designated catchment, although catchment status and admission priority should always be confirmed against the precise property address with North Somerset Council, as living within a catchment area does not itself guarantee a place.
For secondary education, Locking is conveniently positioned for a number of established schools in and around Weston-super-Mare. Broadoak Academy, Hans Price Academy and Winterstoke Hundred Academy are among the nearby secondary schools, with the appropriate designated catchment dependent upon the individual property address and the Council’s current admissions arrangements.
For properties in the more rural parts of Locking, marketing particulars have also cited Broadoak Academy as the senior-school catchment, demonstrating why the precise address should be checked when preparing particulars.
Independent education is also available within the wider area, including Sidcot School, while Churchill Academy & Sixth Form provides another established secondary and sixth-form option within reach.
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Countryside, Walking & Recreation
One of Locking’s strongest lifestyle attractions is the immediate access to countryside.
The village lies on the edge of the Mendip landscape, with rural lanes, fields and woodland providing opportunities for walking and exploring. The Mendip Way and associated countryside walks are accessible from the wider Locking area, while the nearby Mendip Hills provide a much larger network of footpaths and outdoor pursuits.
The countryside around the village provides a succession of changing views, from open farmland and rolling hills to longer-distance panoramas across North Somerset. The Mendip Hills themselves are renowned for their expansive views, with higher viewpoints offering vistas towards Weston-super-Mare, the Bristol Channel and the surrounding Somerset landscape.
The location is particularly appealing to those who enjoy walking, cycling, running, dog walking and generally making the most of the countryside.
The coast is also within easy reach, with Weston-super-Mare’s beach, promenade and seafront providing an alternative landscape and extensive recreational opportunities.
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Weston-super-Mare
Lockiing is exceptionally well placed for access to Weston-super-Mare, giving residents the best of both worlds: A village setting combined with the facilities of a sizeable coastal town.
Weston-super-Mare town centre is approximately 4 miles from Locking, depending upon the precise starting point and route. The town provides a comprehensive range of shopping, restaurants, cafés, leisure facilities, professional services and healthcare.
The seafront is one of the town’s defining features, with its long sandy beach, promenade, Grand Pier and extensive coastal walks. The town also provides several railway stations, including Weston-super-Mare and Weston Milton, offering rail connections towards Bristol and beyond.
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Road Connections
Locking is particularly well positioned for access to the regional road network.
The A370 provides the principal connection between Weston-super-Mare and Bristol, while the M5 motorway at Junction 21 is readily accessible. The motorway provides direct routes north towards Bristol, South Wales and the Midlands and south towards Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.
The M5 junction is approximately 5 miles from Locking, subject to the exact starting point and route. Local property marketing in Locking commonly quotes the M5 at around this distance.
This makes the village particularly attractive to commuters who require access to the wider South West road network.
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Bristol & Employment Centres
Despite its rural surroundings, Locking is within straightforward commuting distance of Bristol.
Central Bristol is approximately 20–21 miles away by road, with the A370 providing the principal route towards the city and onward access to Bristol’s employment districts, shopping, restaurants, universities and cultural attractions.
The combination of village surroundings and relatively easy access to Bristol makes Locking an appealing proposition for purchasers who work in the city but prefer to live outside the immediate urban area.
The wider transport network also provides convenient access towards Cardiff, Bath, Bridgwater and the wider South West.
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Bristol Airport
Bristol Airport is approximately 13 miles from Locking, providing an especially useful advantage for those travelling for business or leisure.
The airport’s proximity means international and domestic travel can be undertaken without the longer journeys associated with airports further afield.
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Rail Connections
Rail services are available from both Weston-super-Mare and Weston Milton, with the latter particularly convenient for many Hutton residents.
The railway network provides services towards Bristol and onward connections to destinations across the UK, with routes towards London Paddington available via the regional network.
For commuters, the combination of nearby railway stations, the A370 and the M5 makes Locking unusually well connected for a village of its character.
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A Desirable Balance of Village & Town
Locking’s principal appeal is the balance it offers.
It is sufficiently rural to provide a genuine sense of space, countryside and community, yet sufficiently close to Weston-super-Mare to make everyday shopping, schooling, leisure and employment straightforward. Bristol is also within commuting distance, while Bristol Airport is approximately 13 miles away.
The village itself provides useful everyday amenities, a popular pub, primary school and community facilities, while the surrounding countryside offers attractive walking and far-reaching views.
For those seeking a peaceful North Somerset village with excellent access to the coast, countryside, Weston-super-Mare, Bristol and the motorway network, Locking represents an increasingly attractive place to live.
Approximate Distances
Destination Approximate distance
Hutton Church of England Primary School Within the village
Weston-super-Mare town centre Approx. 4 miles
Weston-super-Mare seafront Approx. 4–5 miles
Weston Milton railway station Approx. 2–3 miles, depending on location
M5 Junction 21 Approx. 5 miles
Bristol Airport Approx. 13 miles
Central Bristol Approx. 20–21 miles
Mendip Hills Immediately accessible from the village area
Distances are approximate and vary according to the exact location within Hutton and the route taken. School catchment information should be independently confirmed with North Somerset Council for the specific property address.