- An outstanding stone farmhouse enjoying an elevated position in this well-regarded village. +
- Beautifully appointed and finished to an exacting standard together with an array of striking features. +
- Light and airy accommodation equating to 4,491 sq. ft of living space. +
- Low-maintenance gardens and paddock totalling 2.68 acres in addition to a private courtyard and a number of idyllic seating areas. +
- A superb collection of stone outbuildings, stables and studio: affording opportunity for conversion (subject to planning permission) +
- Situated in prime Cotswold village on the outskirts of Cheltenham with excellent transport links to the M5 motorway. +
- EPC Rating = E +
A beautifully appointed stone farmhouse enjoying an idyllic village setting.
Description
Thought to date from the 17th century, Dowmans Farm is a quintessential Cotswold stone farm house. Having undergone a significant programme of works by the current vendors, the property now shows to an exemplary standard with stylish interiors, beautiful original features and sympathetic design.
Entered by way of a traditional reception hall, the light and airy accommodation is set over two floors and equates to 4,491 sq. ft of living space. The farm house enjoys a plethora of spacious reception rooms, not least the sitting room with a beautiful inglenook fireplace and an inset log burning stove with exposed ceiling joists. The formal drawing room is equally as impressive: with oak flooring and overhead beams it leads to a study and a separate library. The country-style kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of units, integrated appliances, AGA and has generous dining space. Doors open to a versatile family room together with a useful boot room which has a pedestrian door opening to the side.
The first floor consists of six double bedrooms together with a beautifully appointed bathroom and shower room. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, enjoying far-reaching countryside views, it is served by a highly stylish en suite, fitted with a free standing bath and a walk-in double shower. In addition there is a walk-in dressing room with plentiful storage and hanging rails. All bedrooms are in excellent decorative order with vaulted ceilings and pleasant rural views.
The gardens are a fabulous extension of the property: in all totalling 2.68 acres (to include a mixture of formal gardens and paddocks). Accessed via secure wooden gates, the stoned-drive sweeps to the principal entrance, stables and stone outbuildings. Laid to a manicured lawn interspersed with herbaceous beds, established borders, mature trees, shrubs and plants. Bounded by a Cotswold stone wall, there is a charming paved courtyard with raised beds: affording the idyllic place to rest, relax or entertain it offers complete privacy with an imposing Cotswold stone wall.
The outbuildings are an outstanding feature. In addition to a home gym, there is an open barn, garage and a 8 stable boxes and a tack room. Affording untold potential (subject to the necessary planning) they are ripe for conversion and/or extension works.
Agent note: There is planning permission for the conversion of the barn and two of the stables to a two-storey, two bedroom residential dwelling. Planning reference (Cotswolds District Council) 23/00960/FUL
Location
Dowmans Farm is situated in a commanding position overlooking a delightful southerly aspect at the edge of the well-regarded Cotswold village of Coberley.
The village has a primary school and the attractive parish church of St Giles and the Cotswold Hills Golf Club is also nearby. There are numerous outdoor activities to be enjoyed: hiking, cycling and hacking are but three.
There is fast access to regional communications including the A435 and A436, and Cheltenham is approximately 5 miles distant, providing excellent shopping, restaurants, racing, festivals and notable schooling.
High speed trains run from Cheltenham and Gloucester (to London Paddington) and the M5 Junction 11a is approximately 5 miles away.
Square Footage: 4,491 sq ft
Acreage: 2.68 Acres
Additional Info
Mains electricity, mains water, oil fired central heating, private drainage.
Local Authority: Cotswold District Council.
Directions: From Cheltenham, at the top of Leckhampton Hill bear left through Ullenwood onto the A436. After approximately 200m turn right at the sign for Coberley. This will take you through a picturesque valley and after approximately 0.75 mile Dowmans Farm will be found on your left hand side.