High Street, Hawkesbury Upton
£699,000- Grade II Listed period cottage
- Abundance of charm with original features
- Deceptively spacious accommodation
- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- 2 reception rooms
- Aga kitchen/breakfast room
- Landscaped south-facing garden
- Double garage and private parking
- Centre of village close to amenities
Description
This characterful and deceptively spacious cottage is centrally located within the sought-after village of Hawkesbury Upton conveniently just a short level walk to amenities including the village shop and primary school. Dating backing to 1754 and Grade II listed, the cottage has a colourful history formerly the brewery to the adjoining coach house and has retained a wealth of features including the original winch wheel and ship timbers within the attic room. The family sized accommodation spans over three floors extending to over 1,900 sq.ft. and has been well-maintained and presented.
The ground floor layout includes a generous, light and airy 25ft living room with a cosy wood-burning stove inset a traditional stone fireplace. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with cream country style modern units, oak worktops, integrated appliances, an Aga, and separate hob and oven. There is an adjoining separate dining room, plus an entrance hall and utility/WC. On the first floor there are three bedrooms including the principal bedroom which is equipped with fitted wardrobes and an adjoining en-suite bathroom. A shower room serves the other bedrooms. The top floor comprises an impressive attic bedroom with characterful timber beams and is spacious enough to incorporate a home office area with a lovely outlook across fields.
Externally, the south-facing garden has been landscaped to make excellent use of the space with a large patio terrace and curved lawn bound by Cotswold stone walling. There is a detached double garage at the foot of the garden with private parking for several cars. The garage has power connected and and electric door.
Situation
Hawkesbury Upton is a highly sought after village surrounded by Cotswold countryside with the Badminton Estate home to the famous Badminton Horse Trials located only a few miles away. The village has a range of facilities including a popular primary school, two public houses, village shop, a post office, and an active village hall. Sporting facilities include tennis courts and a cricket ground. The market towns of Wotton-under-Edge and Tetbury are both within 10 miles which have a further range of amenities and schools. The village is in the catchment area for Katherine Lady Berkley and Gloucester Grammar schools are within easy reach. The village is conveniently located only a 10 minute drive to junction 18 of the M4, perfect for commuting to Bristol, Bath and London as well as the M5 for further travel. Yate train station is less than 10 miles away with regular services.
Additional Information
The property is Freehold with oil-fired central heating, mains drainage, water and electricity. The property is located within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a conservation area. Superfast broadband is available and there are some limitations to mobile phone coverage. Information taken from the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker, please see the website for more information. South Gloucestershire Council Tax Band F.
Located in the heart of the village close to amenities, this characterful Grade II listed cottage has retained original features and offers family sized accommodation of over 1,900 sq.ft. Double garage, parking and south-facing garden.