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Old Barn Cottage stretton on fosse
warwickshire
Old Barn Cottage Stretton on Fosse, Warwickshire Shipston on Stour 3 miles, Moreton in Marsh 4 miles, Chipping Campden 4 miles, Stow-on-the-Wold 9 miles, Stratford upon Avon 12 miles. 18 miles from Banbury (M40 junction 11) and Warwick (M40 junction 15) Cheltenham 25 miles (all distances approximate)
A Grade II, Curtilage Listed barn conversion, recently enhanced to provide a charming family home with large garden and stunning views situated in the older part of a village, peacefully situated on the edge of the Cotswolds. SUMMARY OF ACCOMMODATION •
Entrance Hall
• Cloakroom • Kitchen •
Dining Room
•
Sitting Room
•
Master en-suite Bedroom
DESCRIPTION
•
Guest en-suite Bedroom
•
2 Further Second Floor Bedrooms
Old Barn Cottage occupies an outstanding setting within the romantic courtyard of the historic Manor House dating back to the 1600’s and is constructed from red brick, around an impressive timber frame, some of which has been exposed as an internal feature. The current owners have undertaken considerable work to create a well thought out family home, with modern living on the ground floor, two principle bedrooms, both with en-suites and a newly created second floor currently used as children’s bedrooms with a separate bathroom.
• Bathroom •
Terrace Area
•
Large Mature Garden
• Parking • Garage •
Range of Outbuildings including Pavilion Style Timber Garden Building.
•
Courtyard Setting
•
Service Area
Outside there is ample parking within a shared courtyard. To the rear there is a wonderful South facing terrace garden. Over the lane is a large private, South facing garden with stunning views of Cotswold rolling countryside, sweeping lawns and mature trees which surround a considerable 2 room, pavilion style timber garden building.
ACCOMMODATION GROUND FLOOR The front door opens into an Entrance Hall with solid wood flooring, leading through to the Kitchen, Sitting Room and Cloakroom. The Kitchen, overlooking the picturesque Manor Courtyard, is fitted in a white Burford gloss Shaker style with Belfast sink, integrated dishwasher and washing machine, 5 ring, double oven range cooker, Rangemaster extractor fan and splash back. Sliding glass door opens to the Dining Room which has bespoke built, full height cupboards by Four Corners Cabinet Makers. Hardwood windows face South out onto the terrace and lane. These areas have underfloor heating. From the dining room is a small Inner Hall with a door through to the Sitting Room featuring a wood burning stove set on a stone hearth and Cotswold stone surround. Here, French doors opening to the terrace and sash window to courtyard, provide a wealth of light.
FIRST FLOOR Staircase, including an architecturally interesting original hardwood beam, leads up to a first floor landing. The Master Bedroom, with views over the garden and countryside also benefits from a Velux window bringing in an abundance of natural light. A door leads through to the en-suite bathroom, which has a shaped bath with shower over, WC, sink, heated chrome towel rail and airing cupboard. The Guest Bedroom with ensuite, also has a hardwood window and two Velux windows overlooking the garden. The en-suite shower room houses a Spa shower, WC, sink and heated towel rail. From an exposed beam landing, the handcrafted wooden staircase leads to:
SECOND FLOOR
SITUATION & AMENITIES
The old loft has been sympathetically converted and retains the original ‘A’ frame wooden beams. There is a Bathroom and two Bedrooms, both have Velux windows providing elevated views of the garden. From the landing a feature window looks down to the original beams to the first floor staircase and ground floor below.
Stretton-on-Fosse is an attractive village situated on the Gloucestershire/ Warwickshire border, and just inside Warwickshire in an area of special landscape value on the edge of the Cotswold Area of outstanding Natural Beauty. The village has a strong community, with a local bus route and the assets of a public house, village hall, park and parish church. The old market towns of Shipston on Stour, Moreton in Marsh and Chipping Campden are close by offering local shopping, schooling and leisure facilities. Theatres at Chipping Norton, Oxford, Cheltenham and Stratford-upon-Avon. Racing at Cheltenham, Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon.
OUTSIDE Through stone pillars, a private shared driveway leads to a picturesque courtyard frontage of the properties. Off this there is an additional parking area, service area, Garage and shed. From the Sitting Room, French doors lead out to a suntrap terrace with seating area, enclosed by a small picket fence and wooden gate. Across the lane is the main South facing Secret Garden, with a hidden entrance. This Secret Garden is superbly appointed and is a particular feature of the property. It is entered though a mature Beech hedge screen and archway with wooden doors. The garden, mainly laid to lawn, is private and enclosed by large hedging and mature trees. A gravel path weaves round the perimeter of the lawn to an ornate metal archway opening out to a further lawned space, ideal for entertaining. The garden is well established with mature and ornamental trees, providing colour and interest throughout the year. To the Southern edge is a beautiful Blue Cedar tree. The garden has various seating areas and enjoys spectacular views over rolling countryside. Within the secret garden is a Lugarde “Daisy” pavilion style garden building. This is insulated, double glazed, with space for a freestanding gas real flame heater, enables year round ancillary use. The main room has a built in bar and two French doors, each opening out onto travertine patios. The second room is currently used as a playroom.
There is a main line station at Moreton in Marsh with services south to Oxford and London (Paddington) approx 90 mins. There are a range of state, private and grammar schools in the area. The property is within the catchment of Ilmington Primary School, being outstanding rated.
SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage. LPG fired central heating. (No tests to the suitability of services have been carried out and intending purchasers should commission their own tests if required.)
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS Only those items mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. All other fixtures and fittings are excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Stratford Upon Avon District Council, Tel 01789 267575. Council Tax Band E
Approximate Gross Internal Area = 120 sq m / 1292 sq ft Summer House = 8.7 sq m / 94 sq ft Outbuilding = 25.7 sq m / 277 sq ft Total = 154.4 sq m / 1663 sq ft
3.43 x 2.19 11'3 x 7'2
Bar / Studio / Playroom 4.68 x 3.43 15'4 x 11'3
VIEWING By appointment only: Butler Sherborn. Telephone Stow-on-the-Wold 01451 830731 or The London Office (0207) 839 0888. Email stow@ butlersherborn.co.uk
N
Bedroom 3.60 x 2.04 11'10 x 6'8
= Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0
Dn
Bedroom 3.60 x 2.69 11'10 x 8'10
(Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)
Summer House
Second Floor
DIRECTIONS From Stow take the A361 towards Moreton in Marsh. Continue through Moreton in Marsh and take the first signpost on the left for Stretton on Fosse. Continue through the village at the right hand bend carry straight on at the next right hand bend turn left, then left again through stone pillars. Take the next left turn into the car parking area. Old Barn Cottage is situated to the left through stone pillars.
POSTCODE GL56 9SB
Garden Shed 3.50 x 2.50 11'6 x 8'2
Dining Room 3.46 x 2.65 11'4 x 8'8
Up Bedroom 3.71 x 3.47 12'2 x 11'5
5.58 x 3.53 18'4 x 11'7
Bedroom 3.76 x 3.56 12'4 x 11'8 Dn Up Up
Kitchen 3.35 x 2.75 11'0 x 9'0 (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)
Up IN
Ground Floor
First Floor FLOORPLANZ © 2017 0203 9056099 Ref: 186846
This plan is for layout guidance only. Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions, shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them.
DISCLAIMER NOTICE Butler Sherborn, Stow-on-the-Wold office: Parklands House, Park Street, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire GL54 1AQ T (01451) 830731 E [email protected] www.butlersherborn.co.uk
1. These particulars, including any plan, are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but do not amount to a representation or warranty. They should not be relied upon as statements of fact and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their correctness by inspection or otherwise. 2. Neither Butler Sherborn nor the seller accept responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. Neither the partners or any employees of Butler Sherborn have any authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Please discuss with us any aspects, which are particularly important to you before travelling to view the property. Butler Sherborn nor the seller accepts responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. Neither the partners nor any employees of Butler Sherborn have any authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Any plan is for layout guidance only and is not drawn to scale. All dimensions, shapes and compass bearings are approximate and you should not rely upon them without checking them first. Please discuss with us any aspects, which are particularly important to you before travelling to view this property. 04/17.
warwickshire
Old Barn Cottage Stretton on Fosse, Warwickshire Shipston on Stour 3 miles, Moreton in Marsh 4 miles, Chipping Campden 4 miles, Stow-on-the-Wold 9 miles, Stratford upon Avon 12 miles. 18 miles from Banbury (M40 junction 11) and Warwick (M40 junction 15) Cheltenham 25 miles (all distances approximate)
A Grade II, Curtilage Listed barn conversion, recently enhanced to provide a charming family home with large garden and stunning views situated in the older part of a village, peacefully situated on the edge of the Cotswolds. SUMMARY OF ACCOMMODATION •
Entrance Hall
• Cloakroom • Kitchen •
Dining Room
•
Sitting Room
•
Master en-suite Bedroom
DESCRIPTION
•
Guest en-suite Bedroom
•
2 Further Second Floor Bedrooms
Old Barn Cottage occupies an outstanding setting within the romantic courtyard of the historic Manor House dating back to the 1600’s and is constructed from red brick, around an impressive timber frame, some of which has been exposed as an internal feature. The current owners have undertaken considerable work to create a well thought out family home, with modern living on the ground floor, two principle bedrooms, both with en-suites and a newly created second floor currently used as children’s bedrooms with a separate bathroom.
• Bathroom •
Terrace Area
•
Large Mature Garden
• Parking • Garage •
Range of Outbuildings including Pavilion Style Timber Garden Building.
•
Courtyard Setting
•
Service Area
Outside there is ample parking within a shared courtyard. To the rear there is a wonderful South facing terrace garden. Over the lane is a large private, South facing garden with stunning views of Cotswold rolling countryside, sweeping lawns and mature trees which surround a considerable 2 room, pavilion style timber garden building.
ACCOMMODATION GROUND FLOOR The front door opens into an Entrance Hall with solid wood flooring, leading through to the Kitchen, Sitting Room and Cloakroom. The Kitchen, overlooking the picturesque Manor Courtyard, is fitted in a white Burford gloss Shaker style with Belfast sink, integrated dishwasher and washing machine, 5 ring, double oven range cooker, Rangemaster extractor fan and splash back. Sliding glass door opens to the Dining Room which has bespoke built, full height cupboards by Four Corners Cabinet Makers. Hardwood windows face South out onto the terrace and lane. These areas have underfloor heating. From the dining room is a small Inner Hall with a door through to the Sitting Room featuring a wood burning stove set on a stone hearth and Cotswold stone surround. Here, French doors opening to the terrace and sash window to courtyard, provide a wealth of light.
FIRST FLOOR Staircase, including an architecturally interesting original hardwood beam, leads up to a first floor landing. The Master Bedroom, with views over the garden and countryside also benefits from a Velux window bringing in an abundance of natural light. A door leads through to the en-suite bathroom, which has a shaped bath with shower over, WC, sink, heated chrome towel rail and airing cupboard. The Guest Bedroom with ensuite, also has a hardwood window and two Velux windows overlooking the garden. The en-suite shower room houses a Spa shower, WC, sink and heated towel rail. From an exposed beam landing, the handcrafted wooden staircase leads to:
SECOND FLOOR
SITUATION & AMENITIES
The old loft has been sympathetically converted and retains the original ‘A’ frame wooden beams. There is a Bathroom and two Bedrooms, both have Velux windows providing elevated views of the garden. From the landing a feature window looks down to the original beams to the first floor staircase and ground floor below.
Stretton-on-Fosse is an attractive village situated on the Gloucestershire/ Warwickshire border, and just inside Warwickshire in an area of special landscape value on the edge of the Cotswold Area of outstanding Natural Beauty. The village has a strong community, with a local bus route and the assets of a public house, village hall, park and parish church. The old market towns of Shipston on Stour, Moreton in Marsh and Chipping Campden are close by offering local shopping, schooling and leisure facilities. Theatres at Chipping Norton, Oxford, Cheltenham and Stratford-upon-Avon. Racing at Cheltenham, Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon.
OUTSIDE Through stone pillars, a private shared driveway leads to a picturesque courtyard frontage of the properties. Off this there is an additional parking area, service area, Garage and shed. From the Sitting Room, French doors lead out to a suntrap terrace with seating area, enclosed by a small picket fence and wooden gate. Across the lane is the main South facing Secret Garden, with a hidden entrance. This Secret Garden is superbly appointed and is a particular feature of the property. It is entered though a mature Beech hedge screen and archway with wooden doors. The garden, mainly laid to lawn, is private and enclosed by large hedging and mature trees. A gravel path weaves round the perimeter of the lawn to an ornate metal archway opening out to a further lawned space, ideal for entertaining. The garden is well established with mature and ornamental trees, providing colour and interest throughout the year. To the Southern edge is a beautiful Blue Cedar tree. The garden has various seating areas and enjoys spectacular views over rolling countryside. Within the secret garden is a Lugarde “Daisy” pavilion style garden building. This is insulated, double glazed, with space for a freestanding gas real flame heater, enables year round ancillary use. The main room has a built in bar and two French doors, each opening out onto travertine patios. The second room is currently used as a playroom.
There is a main line station at Moreton in Marsh with services south to Oxford and London (Paddington) approx 90 mins. There are a range of state, private and grammar schools in the area. The property is within the catchment of Ilmington Primary School, being outstanding rated.
SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage. LPG fired central heating. (No tests to the suitability of services have been carried out and intending purchasers should commission their own tests if required.)
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS Only those items mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. All other fixtures and fittings are excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Stratford Upon Avon District Council, Tel 01789 267575. Council Tax Band E
Approximate Gross Internal Area = 120 sq m / 1292 sq ft Summer House = 8.7 sq m / 94 sq ft Outbuilding = 25.7 sq m / 277 sq ft Total = 154.4 sq m / 1663 sq ft
3.43 x 2.19 11'3 x 7'2
Bar / Studio / Playroom 4.68 x 3.43 15'4 x 11'3
VIEWING By appointment only: Butler Sherborn. Telephone Stow-on-the-Wold 01451 830731 or The London Office (0207) 839 0888. Email stow@ butlersherborn.co.uk
N
Bedroom 3.60 x 2.04 11'10 x 6'8
= Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0
Dn
Bedroom 3.60 x 2.69 11'10 x 8'10
(Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)
Summer House
Second Floor
DIRECTIONS From Stow take the A361 towards Moreton in Marsh. Continue through Moreton in Marsh and take the first signpost on the left for Stretton on Fosse. Continue through the village at the right hand bend carry straight on at the next right hand bend turn left, then left again through stone pillars. Take the next left turn into the car parking area. Old Barn Cottage is situated to the left through stone pillars.
POSTCODE GL56 9SB
Garden Shed 3.50 x 2.50 11'6 x 8'2
Dining Room 3.46 x 2.65 11'4 x 8'8
Up Bedroom 3.71 x 3.47 12'2 x 11'5
5.58 x 3.53 18'4 x 11'7
Bedroom 3.76 x 3.56 12'4 x 11'8 Dn Up Up
Kitchen 3.35 x 2.75 11'0 x 9'0 (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)
Up IN
Ground Floor
First Floor FLOORPLANZ © 2017 0203 9056099 Ref: 186846
This plan is for layout guidance only. Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions, shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them.
DISCLAIMER NOTICE Butler Sherborn, Stow-on-the-Wold office: Parklands House, Park Street, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire GL54 1AQ T (01451) 830731 E [email protected] www.butlersherborn.co.uk
1. These particulars, including any plan, are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but do not amount to a representation or warranty. They should not be relied upon as statements of fact and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their correctness by inspection or otherwise. 2. Neither Butler Sherborn nor the seller accept responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. Neither the partners or any employees of Butler Sherborn have any authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Please discuss with us any aspects, which are particularly important to you before travelling to view the property. Butler Sherborn nor the seller accepts responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. Neither the partners nor any employees of Butler Sherborn have any authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Any plan is for layout guidance only and is not drawn to scale. All dimensions, shapes and compass bearings are approximate and you should not rely upon them without checking them first. Please discuss with us any aspects, which are particularly important to you before travelling to view this property. 04/17.
