Overview: At Downs Edge, you will find the warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere of a country house. Enjoy the wide selection of homemade dishes on our gourmet breakfast menu, with Downs Edge Marmalade and Preserves.
The house is set in magnificent gardens opening onto the Bristol Downs at the front - an open park of some 450 acres - and onto the Botanic Gardens at the back. Truly a countryside location in the heart of the city. It is ideally situated for the amenities of the City, including theatres, cinemas, restaurants, both Universities & special places of interest, yet it lies amid the peaceful surroundings of acres of open parkland. The house is furnished with fine period furniture and paintings, and a library containing many interesting books on the history of Bristol. The accommodation comprises 8 thoughtfully furnished bedrooms, each with its own facilities. Car Parking in the Grounds.
It is helpful to give an approximate time of arrival - particulary at weekends.
Conference and Training Facilities are available in a unique location on the edge of Bristol's Floating Harbour.
Location Description: Downs Edge is ideally situated for access to:
The City Centre. Clifton,The Universities of Bristol and The West of England, British Aerospace, Abbeywood MOD, The Bristol Hospitals,The BUPA Glen Hospital, The Cancer Help Centre in Clifton, The Mall Shopping Centre at Cribbs Causeway, The new Broadmead Shopping Centre, AztecWest Development.
The Cities of Bath, Cheltenham and Gloucester are within easy reach, as are the Glorious Cotswolds and Cheddar Gorge and Caves. Historic Berkeley Castle, Bowood Park, Badminton House and Longleat are all within an hour's car journey.
Thd city has a wealth of Historical, Architectural and Maritime Heritage. One can tour the old part of the City on foot, take a ride on the Open Top guided Bus Tour, or take a unique view of the City from a Ferry Boat on the River.
Worth Visiting:
The Georgian House - an 18th century Merchants House
The Red Lodge - an Elizabethan House
A Variety of Museums - covering many aspects of Bristols Heritage
Bristol Zoo and it's beautiful Gardens
The SS Great Britain -the first translantic passenger liner, built in Bristol by Brunel and now being cleverly restored.
The Matthew - A replica of Jaohn Cabot's C15 Ship in which he discovered Newfoundland.
Bristol Cathedral - founded in 1140 as an Augustinian Monastery.
St. Mary Redcliffe Church - described by Elizabeth 1 as the "fairest Parish Church in England".
The Roman Catholic Cathedral of St Peter and Paul, Clifton - built in the 1960's
@Bristol - situated on The Harbourside and containing Explore, Wildscreen, and Imax Theatre, A planetarium and a number of shops and cafes.
Theatres - Bristol Hippodrome, Theatre Royal, New Vov
Rooms: The house is set well back from the nearest road, so all rooms are extremely quiet. Most bedrooms have views either across the Downs - an open park of 450 acres - or of the large gardens.
Double Room - All rooms have luxury beds, extra pillows and blankets.Please note that this room can not accomodate extra bed.
Single Room - They have luxury beds and carry extra pillows and blankets.
Twin Room - The twin room have luxury beds and extra pillows and blankets.Please note that this room can accomodate 1 extra bed only.
Dining: Traditional Dining Room with fine furniture, silver and paintings.
Breakfast at Downs Edge includes a wide range of tempting dishes from our Gourmet breakfast menu, or a Continental Breakfast accompanied by a variety of delicious Homemade Marmalades and Preserves.
Check-in: 16:00
Check-out: 11:00
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 3 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: Children older than 6 years are welcome.
All children from 6 to 14 years are charged GBP 15.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
0 % service charge per room per night is not included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet: Wireless internet is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Meal Plan: Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
Continental breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking: Free Public parking is possible on site.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Transportation: It is vital to note directions.
From m5 take j17 onto a4018. At 4th rdbt right into Parrys Lane B4054.1st left Saville Rd, 3rd right Hollybush Ln, after 2nd speed ramp left Downs Edge Drive, proceed past 1st house to end of drive into Downs Edge.
From motorway: m5/m4 junct
Nearest station: Temple Meads/Parkway
Comments: If arriving between 1pm and 5pm during the week, please advise us of your time of arrival. We would be very grateful if you could arrive before 7pm on a Saturday - otherwise, please advise us. It is vital to take a copy of the directions to Downs Edge.Please note that no all rooms can accomodate extra bed or cot.
Facilities: Parking, Newspapers, Garden, Non-Smoking Rooms, Free Parking, Heating, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
Activities: Golf Course (within 3 km), Hiking
Services: Babysitting/Child Services, Internet Services, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included
Category: Hotel
Overview: At Downs Edge, you will find the warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere of a country house. Enjoy the wide selection of homemade dishes on our gourmet breakfast menu, with Downs Edge Marmalade and Preserves. The house is set in magnificent gardens opening onto the Bristol Downs at the front - an open park of some 450 acres - and onto the Botanic Gardens at the back. Truly a countryside location in the heart of the city. It is ideally situated for the amenities of the City, including theatres, cinemas, restaurants, both Universities & special places of interest, yet it lies amid the peaceful surroundings of acres of open parkland. The house is furnished with fine period furniture and paintings, and a library containing many interesting books on the history of Bristol. The accommodation comprises 8 thoughtfully furnished bedrooms, each with its own facilities. Car Parking in the Grounds. It is helpful to give an approximate time of arrival - particulary at weekends. Conference and Training Facilities are available in a unique location on the edge of Bristol's Floating Harbour.
Facilities: Babysitting/Child Services, Free Parking, Garden, Internet services, Non Smoking Rooms
