About this property

Situated in the heart of the vibrant village of Ashton Keynes, an attractive five bedroom detached property with a detached one bedroom Cottage, all set within 0.25 acres of walled grounds and gardens and enjoying a good degree of privacy.

Beautifully presented and elegant rooms span across both Old Police House and The Studio. The main house provides an excellent flow of accommodation, conveniently arranged over two floors with the interior living space extending to some 2,500 sq. ft. Both properties have been finished to exacting standards throughout, with an additional 561 sq. ft. of annexed accommodation provided within the adjacent detached one bedroom cottage.

The front door opens to a welcoming, and dual aspect reception hall which provides a glimpse through to the gardens beyond. The sitting room enjoys a flood of light from the two windows, French doors out to the garden and has a stone fireplace with fitted woodburner. The dining room, also with a fireplace and fitted woodburner, is dual aspect and provides an attractive link through to the kitchen. The spacious and well-appointed "Parlour Farm" kitchen provides a comprehensive range of units and a large central island, topped with stone work surfaces. There are integrated appliances and space for informal dining, providing a delightful space to entertain. An all-important utility / boot room offers access to the garden, and a study and cloakroom complete the ground floor space.

Five bedrooms are located on the first floor, with the principle bedroom being further enhanced by a dressing room and a luxurious EnSuite, complete with a freestanding bath and shower cubicle. An EnSuite W.C. is provided to the guest room, and a well-appointed family bathroom is cleverly lit by a large skylight.

The adjacent annexed detached cottage has recently undergone a comprehensive refurbishment program and has a charming 21 ft. sitting room with space to dine. The kitchen is well-appointed with fitted units and integrated appliances and located to the first floor is a 17 ft. bedroom and shower room.

Outside
The property sits behind a high stone wall that offers a high degree of privacy from the village lane with a generous gravelled driveway providing parking to the front. The garden is mostly laid to lawn and planted with a range of mature trees. There is also a large area laid to stone chippings to the rear of the house, creating a perfect area for alfresco dining.

The Studio has its own gated pedestrian access from the village lane, and the property has been enclosed by panelled fencing to create some separation from the main house.

Situation
Situated in the heart of Ashton Keynes which is a popular and thriving village community for all generations, close to the Wiltshire/Gloucestershire border. The village has an excellent school, village shop, pub, village hall and playing fields, all weather tennis courts and a church with various village events through the year, including a an amazing firework night.
Nearby Cirencester has a wide range of shops and services. The main regional centres include Cheltenham, Oxford, Swindon, Bath and Bristol, all of which are within daily commuting distance. Good communications being about 2½ miles from the A419 for dual carriageway access to Junction 15 of the M4 at Swindon. Kemble Station (about 5 miles) has direct services to London Paddington scheduled to take from 75 minutes, or alternatively from Swindon, scheduled from 55 minutes. There are ample sporting opportunities in the area, including a number of golf courses, water sports at the Cotswold Water Park, riding and racing at Cheltenham and Newbury. It is a popular area for keen cyclists and triathletes.

Additional Information
The main house is Council Tax Band G and the Cottage has a separate listing in Band A. There is mains drainage and oil fired central heating.

Reception Hall

Cloakroom

Kitchen

Utility/Boot Room

Sitting Room

Dining Room

5 Bedrooms

Dressing Room

2 Bathrooms

1 Bedroom Cottage

Additional information

• Reception Hall
• Cloakroom
• Kitchen
• Utility/Boot Room
• Sitting Room
• Dining Room
• 5 Bedrooms
• Dressing Room
• 2 Bathrooms
• 1 Bedroom Cottage

Key information

Council Tax Band: G

Tenure:

Energy Performance Certificate