Alma Cottage
Guide price £638,000
The Property
A pretty, attached Cotswold stone cottage, tucked away in the village of Chalford Hill, providing immense charm and character and a generous enclosed garden. Alma Cottage is located in the heart of the Chalford community, set within walking distance of the primary school, park, local pub and cafe. Constructed in the traditional stone, character is in abundance throughout with features including exposed beams and lintels, a pretty period fireplace with woodburner inset and exposed Cotswold stone walls. Accommodation is positioned across two floors, the main entrance opens into a tiled reception hall where there is room to hang coats and store shoes, doors open to a cloakroom and the living space, a port hole window looks into the cellar. The sitting room with stone fireplace is an inviting and cosy room, from here doors open to an adjoining conservatory with a further door leading to the kitchen/breakfast room. A staircase rises to the first floor. The kitchen/breakfast room has been fitted with hand built cabinets and provides room for dining, an exposed stone fireplace offers an attractive focal point to the dining area. A door from the kitchen leads to a generous second reception room, currently used for formal dining. Housing an old well and enjoying access onto the rear garden, the room is most impressive, providing plentiful room for entertaining. A large landing area on the first floor lends itself to use as a study area, the current owners have erected a curtain rail, as in the past this has also served as guest accommodation when the need has arisen. Three double bedrooms are located across the first floor. The main bedroom is fabulous, owing to its generous size, wooden floor, vaulted ceiling and ensuite shower room facility. The remaining two bedrooms are served by a family bathroom off which extends a large store room. Both rooms similarly enjoy high ceilings.
Outside
A gated gravelled driveway offers easy parking for several vehicles. Steps down from the parking area , through an arched gateway lead to the front door and garden. The generous level garden enjoys a west facing orientation. Enclosed by Cotswold stone walling the area incorporates a large area of lawn and a selection of mature trees. A patio directly adjoins the cottage and provides opportunity for outside dining. Beyond the patio there is a timber cabin with solar panels, light and power. This is used as a workshop by the current owner. A further Cotswold stone outbuilding offers excellent outside storage and is positioned further down the garden on the northern boundary. Additional features include a sheltered seating area also useful for drying washing. A mutual deed of grant with the adjoining property relates to rights of light and air, further information available upon request.
Guide price
£638,000
Within easy reach:
Stroud - 4.6 miles
Kemble Railway Station - 10 miles
Cirencester - 12 miles
Cheltenham - 14 miles
Gloucester - 14 miles
Bath - 31 miles
Bristol - 34 miles
• Reception hall & cloakroom
• Sitting room & Dining room
• Conservatory
• Kitchen/breakfast room
• Main bedroom with ensuite shower room
• 2 further bedrooms & large landing area
• Family bathroom with adjoining storage area
• Generous garden, gravelled driveway, cabin, Cotswold stone outbuilding
• Gas central heating & septic tank
• Ofcom – Indoor mobile coverage likely with EE, O2 & Three. – Superfast broadband available 80 Mbps 20 Mbps
Situation
Positioned between the centres of Stroud and Cirencester, known for its winding lanes and quaint corners studded with Cotswold stone homes, with an abundance of beautiful walks on the doorstep. Facilities include the highly reputed Chalford Hill Primary School, Puddleducks Pre-School, a community run shop and two cafes, The Boho Bakery and The Lavender Bakehouse. Encircled by pretty Cotswold countryside, Chalford and adjoining villages offer a variety of amenities, including further primary schools and Thomas Keble Secondary School as well as a selection of village pubs. In addition, Tesco Express, Frithwood Doctors Surgery and Eastcombe stores are positioned within a mile or less. Stroud and Cirencester offer further amenities including independent, state and grammar schools. Scenic routes radiate to Cheltenham and Gloucester, mainline railway stations at Stroud and Kemble provide a direct line to London Paddington.
Floorplan
Useful Information
Tenure: Freehold
Postcode: GL6 8QY
Viewing: Strictly by appointment through Whitaker Seager.
Fixtures and Fittings: Only those items mentioned are included. All other items are specifically excluded, although some may be available by separate negotiation if required.
Local Authorities: Stroud District Council. Council Tax Band D and EPC rating D
Please note: in rural locations the map may not be 100% accurate
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Nearby Chalford
Chalford Village Shop
Tesco Express
Eastcombe Stores and Post Office
Lavender Bakehouse
Boho Bakery
Kings Head Pub
Chalford Hill Primary School
Thomas Keble Secondary School
Bussage C of E Primary School
Chalford Sports and Social Club
Thomas Keble Sports Centre
Fitness Mill
Stroud Railway Station
Kemble Railway Station
M5 junction 13
Chalfest
Scarecrow Trail
The Cotswold Show and Food Festival
Our guide to Chalford
With its winding streets and beautiful Cotswold stone houses dotted along the hills and wooded valleys, it’s easy to see why this village is such a popular place to live.
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