Sulis Down by Countryside Homes · Combe Hay, Bath, Somerset BA2 2FU
Countryside Homes has 58 developments on Homello. Homes in Bath sold for a median £440,000 over the last year, £443 per sq ft; see house prices in Bath.
About Sulis Down
Sulis Down, a new build residential development by Countryside Homes (part of the Vistry Group), is situated in Combe Hay on the southern plateau of Bath, Somerset (BA2 2FU). The collection comprises a range of executive homes, from two-bedroom coach houses to five-bedroom detached family residences, set approximately 2.5 to 2.
7 miles from Bath city centre. As a developer, Countryside Homes maintains a 5-star rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), reflecting a commitment to build quality and customer service, with over 90% of customers recommending them to a friend. The development is characterised by extensive communal green space and natural stone elevations, providing a blend of country and city living. The Sulis Down development offers a variety of freehold new build homes, all constructed using Masonry Cavity Construction and including a 10-year NHBC Buildmark warranty. Available homes range from two to five bedrooms, each designed for energy efficiency with an indicative EPC rating of B. Specific examples of house types include: Two-Bedroom Coach Houses: These detached, first-floor homes, such as a 2023 build on Ringlet Road, offer two double bedrooms, an en-suite to the primary bedroom, a private ground-floor entrance, a single garage, and a dedicated parking space. A recent listing for this type was priced at £359,000. Three-Bedroom Townhouses (The Paragon): Set over three floors, these semi-detached homes typically feature an open-plan kitchen and dining room, a separate living room, and a master bedroom with an en-suite on the top floor. Listings for 'The Paragon' have been noted at £549,995. Five-Bedroom Detached Houses (The Bennett): These larger family homes, such as the 2,021 sq ft Plot 160 (the final 'Bennett' home), feature a spacious layout with a separate living room, a large dedicated study, a separate utility room, and an impressive open-plan kitchen/family/dining room with French doors to the garden. The home includes five double bedrooms, with two benefiting from en-suite shower rooms, a double garage, and additional parking. This home was listed at £999,999 and was listed as build complete and ready for occupation. All homes feature a high level of specification as standard, with fibre installed for quick broadband connectivity. Sulis Down offers excellent connectivity to Bath and regional hubs. The development is conveniently located adjacent to the Odd Down Park & Ride site, providing a practical commuter link into the city. The Service 41 bus runs from Odd Down P&R to SouthGate in Bath City Centre with a journey time of approximately 10 minutes and buses running every 15 minutes. For rail travel, Bath Spa station, located 2.7 miles away via the A367 Wellsway, offers frequent direct services. Commute times by train include an impressive 11 minutes to Bristol Temple Meads and an average of 1 hour 16 minutes to London Paddington. Residents benefit from proximity to essential local services and the cultural centre of Bath. For daily needs, local shops are available on Upper Bloomfield Road, with a Sainsbury’s supermarket also situated on Frome Road. Bath city centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, provides an extensive array of high-street and independent shops, restaurants, and historical attractions like the Roman Baths and The Royal Crescent. Education is well-catered for, with over 17 primary schools within three miles of the development. Local secondary schools include St Gregory's Catholic College and Beechen Cliff School (state), alongside the independent King Edwards school. The location is framed by the Somerset countryside, featuring a public right of way at the southern perimeter that leads to the Millennium Viewpoint, offering extensive views of the Bath Southscape. Prices for remaining new build homes currently range from a two-bedroom coach house at approximately £359,000 to the final five-bedroom detached house at £999,999. The tenure for all available homes is Freehold. Build status varies, with some properties, such as the 5-bedroom 'Bennett,' being complete and ready for immediate occupation. Prospective buyers can discuss purchasing schemes, including Assisted Move, with the sales team. Viewing of available homes at Sulis Down is by appointment only; contact the developer for the most current pricing, detailed specifications, and viewing arrangements.
- Developer
- Countryside Homes
- City
- Somerset
- Neighbourhood
- Combe Hay
- Postcode
- BA2 2FU
- Address
- Combe Hay, Bath, Somerset
- Bedrooms
- 2–5
- Total homes
- 171
- Tenure
- For sale & shared ownership
Facilities
- Green space
- Garden
- Parking
Sold prices at Sulis Down
First sales only so far: 10 homes registered at a median £599,995 since 2022 (new-build sales register 6–12 months after completion).
| Address | Sold | Kind | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33, Peacock Way BA2 2FU | Jun 2023 | New build | £869,995 · £329/sq ft |
| 31, Peacock Way BA2 2FU | May 2023 | New build | £869,995 · £329/sq ft |
| 29, Peacock Way BA2 2FU | Dec 2022 | New build | £824,995 · £312/sq ft |
| 27, Peacock Way BA2 2FU | Dec 2022 | New build | £869,995 · £329/sq ft |
| 23, Peacock Way BA2 2FU | Sept 2022 | New build | £599,995 · £453/sq ft |
| 21, Peacock Way BA2 2FU | Sept 2022 | New build | £445,000 · £510/sq ft |
| 25, Peacock Way BA2 2FU | Sept 2022 | New build | £599,995 · £453/sq ft |
| 19, Peacock Way BA2 2FU | Sept 2022 | New build | £499,995 · £422/sq ft |
Sales at the development's postcode and its listings' postcodes, as recorded by HM Land Registry; neighbouring addresses in the same postcode can be included.
Questions about Sulis Down
›Who is the developer of Sulis Down?
Sulis Down is a Countryside Homes development in Combe Hay, Somerset. Countryside Homes has 58 developments listed on Homello.
›How much do homes at Sulis Down cost?
The developer has not published current prices. Homes here first sold at a median of £599,995 according to HM Land Registry.
›What have homes at Sulis Down sold for?
HM Land Registry has registered 10 first sales at Sulis Down at a median of £599,995 since 2022. New-build sales appear in the register six to twelve months after completion, so this count grows over time. That is 4% below the Bath median of £443 per square foot.
›What are house prices like in Bath?
The median sold price in Bath was £440,000 over the last 12 months (1,421 sales, −1.1% on the year before), or £443 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Bath page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at Sulis Down?
Sulis Down offers houses, 2–5 bedroom homes, 171 homes in total. Shared ownership is available on some homes by Countryside Homes.
Location
Combe Hay, Bath, Somerset, BA2 2FU
Nearest stations
- Oldfield Park Station 2.0 miles
- Bath Spa Station 2.2 miles
- Freshford Station 3.5 miles
- Avoncliff Station 4.4 miles
Nearest schools
- Saint Gregory's Catholic College 0.2 milesSecondary · ages 11–18
- St Martin's Garden Primary School 0.5 milesPrimary · ages 3–11 Needs attention
- North Star 180° 0.6 milesages 4–16
- Three Ways School 0.6 milesages 4–19 Outstanding
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal.
Area insights
The Bath and North East Somerset neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, EPC register, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.
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