Property for sale in Fairford GL7, 4 Bedroom

A superb cottage in the heart of the village. Barnstone Cottage is a welcoming and thoughtfully laid out family home .

Overview

Location: Kempsford

Living space: 3

Bedrooms: 4

Bath/shower rooms: 2

Location

Kempsford is a thriving popular village and gateway to The Cotswolds Hills. The village offers a selection of clubs and societies and is home to a well-regarded pre-school and primary school, a village hall and welcoming pub, Kempsford Manor which opens its fabulous gardens to the public in the warmer months, and the beautiful St Mary’s church.

Nearby Marston Meysey is home to The Old Spotted Cow which is a delightful spot to relax and unwind after long country outings through the beautiful surrounding countryside.

The market town of Fairford, only a few miles away, is a thriving community which benefits from a wide range of shops, post offices, doctor and dentist surgeries, leisure centres and a choice of good pubs and restaurants.

Known as the “Capital of the Cotswolds”, Cirencester, only a short drive away, is a hub of vibrant cultural life known for its beautiful limestone townhouses, exciting boutiques, restaurants, a handy Waitrose, cafes and twice weekly markets.

Sporting opportunities are abundant with nearby golf courses in Cirencester, Baunton, Minchinhampton and Naunton; bridle paths are plentiful; sailing, cycling and water sports can be enjoyed at the Cotswold Water Park.

The area offers an excellent choice of state, grammar and private schools including Kempsford Primary School, Meysey Hampton Primary School, Powells, Farmor’s, Cheltenham Colleges, Pate's Grammar, Hatherop Castle and Beaudesert Park to name but a few.

Communications in the area are enviable with high-speed internet and easy access to major hubs and international airports in the South West, the Midlands and London, via the M4 and M5 motorways and well connected direct train services. Kempsford sits close to the A419/417 for easy access to all routes.

Marston Meysey 2.5 miles - Fairford 3 miles - Cirencester 12 miles - Swindon 10 miles (London Paddington 55 mins) - Kemble 14 miles (London Paddington 75 mins) - M4 (Junction 15) 13 miles

Description

Barnstone Cottage, only a stone’s throw from the high street in Kempsford, is ideally situated for village life and rural outings. Lovingly renovated with charm and character, this is a superb family home with a quaint enclosed terrace and garden.

The kitchen is undoubtedly the heart of the house and ideal for entertaining family and friends. This well-equipped kitchen/ breakfast room with Rangemaster offers ample storage and seating with oak framed French doors leading to the terrace, making it ideal for indoor/outdoor living in the warmer months.

The sitting room with its open fireplace and wood burner is a generous and welcoming room and the conservatory seating area beyond allows for ample natural light throughout.

The ground floor is also home to a handy cloakroom and useful utility area.

The first floor comprises three double bedrooms with a family bathroom with separate shower. Across the landing is the master bedroom with its en suite shower room and mezzanine dressing area.

The garden has been thoughtfully laid out to maximise space and sunlight. The terrace is a delightful area to sit and unwind with friends around a bbq in the summer and the heated conservatory allows for all year-round use. The outbuilding is discreetly nestled in the corner of the garden and is excellent for storing garden tools and machinery. Private parking is available to the front of the house and in the integrated garage.

Vendor's thoughts: "We have lived in the tranquil village of Kempsford for 20 years now watching our two lovely children grow up. Barnstone Cottage has been the corner stone of our family journery with its warm and inviting touch which radiates throughout the house. We have enjoyed many family meals and discussions sat around the kitchen table. Very much the heart of the house, the kitchen is a superb versatile space with its bi-folding doors which open onto the terrace and garden beyond where we have enjoyed many afternoons and evenings relaxing. In the winter, with the wood burner warming the house, we've often all snuggled up watching our favourite films together. Barnstone Cottage is certainly more than just a house, it is a home where we have created loving memories."

In a nutshell: A super cottage with fab entertaining space and a stone's throw from the pub!

Council Tax Band E & EPC rating C.

Tenure: Freehold.

Services: Mains gas, water, electricity and drainage.