House For Sale £1,595,000
Overview:
Location: Frampton Mansell
Living spaces: 4
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 2
Location:
Beacon Farm is located on the edge of Frampton Mansell, a picturesque village in the heart of the Cotswolds and home to the renowned and welcoming gastro pub, The Crown, a superb café and deli Jolly Nice, parish church and the village hall.
Conveniently situated, the property is close to Cirencester and Cheltenham. Known as the “Capital of the Cotswolds”, Cirencester, only a few miles 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. Cheltenham to the north offers excellent shopping and dining and is also host to fabulous literary, jazz and food festivals, and of course, horse racing.
The historic towns of Malmesbury and Tetbury are only a short drive away. Both towns offer a selection of independent shops, cafes and restaurants and everyday shopping facilities.
Sporting opportunities are abundant with nearby golf courses in Cirencester, Baunton, Minchinhampton and Naunton; bridle paths are plentiful; sailing and water sports can be enjoyed at the Cotswold Water Park.
The area offers an excellent choice of schooling, including Beaudesert Park, Cheltenham Colleges, Westonbirt, as well as outstanding state and grammar schools.
Communications in the area are excellent 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.
Cirencester 6.6 miles - Kemble 6.5 miles (direct train to London Paddington) - Stroud 6.5 miles - Tetbury 7 miles - Cheltenham 15 miles - Malmesbury 11 miles
Description:
Beacon Farm is a beautiful and generously proportioned country home located on the outskirts of the pretty Cotswold village of Frampton Mansell. The house, which we believe dates back to the early 1800s, was once a prominent working farm in the area and which. The house is full of charm and character with stunning original features and benefits from superb country living with fabulous country walks on the doorstep.
The ground floor flows wonderfully with the hallway leading to the main reception rooms. The kitchen is clearly the heart of the house and a great room in which to cook up a feast on the Godin range oven. The kitchen island is ideal for everyday dining and morning chats over coffee and there is plenty of discreet storage and work stop space. The dining room comes into its own for more formal occasions and when hosting larger gatherings. It is a lovely room in which to entertain with plenty of natural light. The sitting room is ideal for cosy evenings and relaxing moments in front of the wood burner. The drawing room is the largest reception room in the house and is both bright and light and superbly proportioned with an open fireplace. The study works very well as a home office and makes working from home feasible. The utility room, off the rear entrance and boot room, comes in handy for keeping the laundry out of sight! The cellar is currently used for wine storage and there is potential for conversion subject to obtaining the necessary consents.
The first floor, accessed via front and rear staircases, comprises the master bedroom with en suite shower room. The exposed beams and the vaulted ceiling give this room exceptional charm and a great feeling of space. There are four further bedrooms along the landing and a family bathroom. There is a sixth bedroom on the second floor.
Outside the terrace is ideal for al fresco dining and summer entertaining and overlooks the enclosed garden which is predominantly laid to lawn,surrounded by herbaceous borders. A garden gate leads through to the paddock. The driveway provides ample parking.
Vendors' thoughts: "Beacon Farm has been our family home for over 15 years, and is one of the iconic Listed properties in the area. We raised 3 children from babies to young adults, running around the place, up and down the 3 staircases (I could never catch them!), playing in the garden and the paddock. Just wonderful memories. The refurbishment was a pleasure to undertake: a kitchen floor reclaimed from the V&A Museum in London, a handmade kitchen designed by my wife, roaring fires in the winter, and always a warm feeling for visiting friends and family. We will all miss it dearly."
In a nutshell: An impressive and beautiful country home with superb living space and gorgeous gardens.
Council Tax band G and EPC rating F.
Tenure: Freehold. Grade II Listed.
Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil-fired heating.
