The Sun.
London, England, 1846-05-11 00:00:00

and altogether a

MOST ELIGIBLE PROPERTY.
It is well known and highly appreciated as
THE SEVERN HOUSE DEMESNE,
four miles from Bristol and Clifton, on the road to the splendid
river Avon and the passage into Monmouthshire. A description
of this villa abode is a matter of necessity, but the writer feels that
his representation must necessarily be very incomplete, inasmuch, as
although it will be conceded that there are to be found a little host
of elegant abodes in progressing through the romantic drive of four
miles, yet it is, confidently stated that there is nothing to present
itself that can be put in juxta-position with Severn House. The
position is remarkable for the capability it affords to partake in an
unusual degree of the extent, and what may really be justly termed
TRANSCENDENTLY BEAUTIFUL SCENERY.
It would almost wear the patience of the reader to extend the descrip-
tion of all the writer saw, and strived to appreciate, but it is believed a
very few gleanings will suffice to call up the attention of all such as
would enjoy the pure, unsophisticated air of Somerset, in a villa to
which it is universally conceded, stand alone both for situation
and prepossessing appearance,
It is placed on a lofty and beauteous eminence, but the good sense
and evident tact of the proprietor has, by means of the luxuriant
shrubberies and plantations that encircle it, kept the cold winds at a
most respectable distance, and in accomplishing this desideratum, it
would appear that fairy land has been sought to accomplish the great
design. On perambulating through these splendid grounds the views
are (en verite) magnificent, and the extent almost without a limit.
THE CONFLUENCE OF THE SEVERN AND THE AVON

is immediately in view, and the perpetual moving scenery in the dis-
tance must be seen if the reader desires to appreciate it, for it 14 quite
certain this imperfect account will leave an immeasurable host of ob-
jects entirely disregarded.
Here rising boughs, adorned with summer's pride,
Project their waving umbrage o'er the tide;
While, gently perching on the leafy spray,
Each feather'd warbler tunes his various lay..
The road from Clifton is full of variety, and on arriving
at the Severn Mansion, it will be perceived much of ingenuity
must have been brought Into the field to accomplish the de-
lightful ascent to be encountered from the very pretty Lodge-gate; but
the reader is invoked, and with no small portion of anxiety,
not to rely on anything short of ocular demonstration ;
as the fame of this residence has extended far and near,
it necessarily renders it a work of supererogation and lightens
the necessity to go into a more minute detail than this hasty compo-
sition will furnish. Clifton, the great feature of Somerset, is dote at
hand, and becomes an auxiliary that it would be an injustice to over-
look. The neighbourhood is prone to good-fellowship, but if the
fortunate occupant prefers quietude and repose to the gaiety that will
surround him, he may enjoy it here uninterruptedly. All the great
lions of the county are close at hand.
THE FAMED PIERSEFIELD

is only a short drive, and Barnsville-park, a minor candidate for
fame, is not far off. The valley which interposes its verdant scenery
in its progress to these highly commended properties extends over a
vale so rich and lovely that its beauties seem to exceed the powers
of commendation, and be it remembered all this (and very much
snore than has been asserted in this brief analysis) is within four
hours' pleasant drive of the metropolis of London.
This delightful abode has not yet been noticed sufficiently.
" THERE IS THAT WITHIN WHICH l'A SSETH SHOW."
It is a building of considerable pretensions in Its outward and visible
signs; and a family, although numbering very many, will find the most
ample accommodation within ; it may be added, that it lacks
nothing that can be understood in the comprehensive term of cam-
fort. The out-offices are most complete throughout, the court-
yard is worthy of admiration, and a sporting gentleman will find the
department for his carriage and nag horses' all that ingenuity can
suggest. The kitchen-gardens are very extensive, inclosed by lofty
brick walls, and the soil is exceedingly prolific; the fruit is considered
unusually high flavoured.
THE HOT AND SUCCESSION-HOUSES

are quite perfect, and the produce is beyond praise. There is
besides A BEAUTIFUL FRENCH GARDEN,
in excellent taste, and shedding its beauteous fragrance on all arming,
and THE BOTANIC WORLD WILL GLEAN

from these gardens considerable knowledge, being a selection in
great part imported from Holland, and of the choicest specimens
that that city is famed for. The scenery everywhere appears inter-
minable, tends to give a pleasing variety, which again, it is pro-
claimed, fears nothing by a comparison throughout this far-famed
county. It is in the midst of plenty, everything very reason-
able—the sea close at hand, and Bristol and Clifton pour in their
auxiliaries daily.
THE DEMESNE EXTENDS TO
FIFTY ACRES OF ADMIRABLE LAND,
in which is included
A SNUG LITTLE FARM-HOUSE AND BUILDINGS,
giving to the industrious views of the proprietor a very delightful re-
source to fill up an occasional idle hour, beside leisure in improving
the breed of his cattle, thus combining the art of driving away
ennui (if it should presume to make its unwelcome appearance) from
this seat of happy contentment. The progress to the summit of thiF
QUITE PERFECT BIJOU
has been the work of considerable tact and judgment. It is almost
imperceptible, arising from the constant occupation of the mind in
admiring and beholding the scenery around. The prolific array of
American shrubs is seen in proud competition with the plants from
Holland. From the elevated spot, in these woods are
seen the Castle of Blaize, and the ruins of Mr. Clive's
Castle, indeed
There is nothing left to fancy's guess,
You see that all is loveliness.
By way of conclusion it should be remarked that, in
spite of wintry winds, the full growth of the Plantations
excludes the possibility of its penetrating to the abode,
The ensemble to which the Severn Property puts in an irresist-
ible claim is perfect. It would puzzle ingenuity to discover a Solitary
fault. It can only be seen on Thursdays and Saturdays from twelve till
five o'clock, with a card, or a printed particular ofthe Sale, which will
be distributed with a plan of the land, and the drawing of the resi-
dence (price one shilling), to be had also of Messrs. Cameron and
Booty, solicitors, Gray's Inn ; of Messrs. Osborne, Ward, and Co.,
solicitors, Bristol; at the White Lion Hotel, Bristol; White Hart,
Bath ; the Auction Mart, and at Mr. George Robins's offices, London.