HawkridgeFidges Lane 1 Eastcombe 1 Stroud 1 Gloucestershire 1 GL6 7DW

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Hawkridge

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

This attractive three-bedroom detached property, which is built in Cotswold stone, has accommodation arranged on a single level. Benefiting from an attached large single garage, the property is approached by a long driveway from a lane on the outskirts of the village of Eastcombe and backs onto open countryside.

“We’d already been living in Eastcombe for 16 to 17 years when we decided we wanted to downsize from our five-bedroom house,” recalls Martin. “We liked the village a great deal as it is very well serviced, so we had an architect design this property especially for us and had it built on the paddock of our previous house. We moved in late 2010.”

“It was designed to look like a converted single storey barn and is configured around a central courtyard, rather like Roman villas were,” explains Sue. “It also has under-floor gas central heating and there are thermostats in every room; it’s set up to just run itself. There’s a wood-burning stove on an open stone hearth in the living room, which has a vaulted ceiling. The living room is open plan to the dining area and to the fitted kitchen, which have trussed rafters. The whole makes a lovely open area for entertaining. Adjoining the kitchen at the side is a utility room, while next to the kitchen at the far end is a lovely sunny garden room or study. The bedrooms are reached via a connecting hallway from the living room; the master bedroom has an en-suite bath and shower room, while two further bedrooms share another bath and shower room, so there’s plenty of space for family and friends to stay.”

“There’s an attached garage, which has a storage room behind it, and there’s ample driveway parking too,” continues Martin. “The garden was designed by a landscape architect with easy maintenance in mind. Sloping banks are held in place by Cotswold stone walling on two sides of the building and we’ve planted the banks with the scheme of shrubs and perennials suggested. There are no steps; the whole garden is connected by a gently sloping gravel path.”

“The village has always had everything we needed,” adds Sue. “It has a primary school and a secondary school, a local store and Post Office, nearby a doctors’ surgery and a dentist. It’s also nearly equidistant between Stroud and Cirencester, which have a wider range of amenities. The railway station at Stroud connects to Gloucester, the Midlands, Bristol and Swindon. The M4 and the M5 are also within easy reach. From a leisure point of view there are plenty of walks, including the canals and towpaths of the Stroud Valley, while Minchinhampton Golf Course is apparently regarded as one of the finest in the Cotswolds. Eastcombe is an excellent place to be.”

“We will miss the pure comfort of living here and wish we could take it all with us, but Cornwall beckons,” conclude Martin and Sue.

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• Cotswold Stone Single Storey House• Individial Barn Style• Bespoke Build In 2010• 3 Double Bedrooms• 2 Bathrooms• Cloakroom/Wc• Open Plan Living/Dining/Kitchen

• Logburner• Underfloor Heating• Garden Room/Lounce• Utilty• Garage & Parking• Well Stocked Garden• Superb Views

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Wonderful setting on the edge of a lovely Cotswold village. This detached, stone built, single storey house was designed and built some five years ago and has the unique feel of a barn conversion, yet has all the modern conveniences and innovations of a new house.The village shop, post office, and pub are at the end of Fidges Lane – just a few hundred yards stroll from the house. This property is the last house in the village and borders rolling Cotswold countryside. The views from the house and the gardens are stunning.

The location is part of the Five Valleys with all its creative traditions and Cirencester and Stroud are equidistant for major shopping needs.

This is an excellent location for those looking for rural living, modern conveniences and access to both the M4 and M5. There are also main line stations at Kemble and Stroud for journeys to London.

Entrance Hall: Solid front door, double glazed windows, tiled floor with underfloor heating throughout.

Cloakroom / WC:Hand basin, WC, heated towel rail, tiled floor and part tiled walls with extractor.

Living Area – Open plan:Three double glazed windows, log burner and exposed roof timbers.

Dining Area – Open plan:Double glazed French doors leading to central courtyard terrace. Exposed beams and timbers.

Kitchen Area – Open plan:Double glazed window to front, exposed beams and timbers. Cream cabinets with granite work-surfaces. Central Island with breakfast bar. 1 ½ bowl inset sink, 5 ring gas hob, built in oven including microwave and integrated dishwasher.

Utility:Double glazed window and stable door to outside. Space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Laminate worktops and matching cream cupboards.

Garden Room/Lounge:Double glazed door to garden, double glazed windows to either side and exposed beams.

Bedroom 1:2 Double glazed windows to front, built in wardrobe, airing cupboard with underfloor heating controls.

En-suite:Inset bath, vanity hand basin, WC with boxed cistern. Corner shower cubicle, heated towel rail, light tube and extractor.

Bedroom 2:Double glazed window to rear and TV point.

Bedroom 3:Double glazed windows to rear, built in cupboard, TV point and loft access.

Family Bathroom:WC, hand basin, inset bath, heated towel rail, shower cubicle. Tiled floor and half tiled walls.

Garage:Up and over door, power and light, boiler room/store at back of garage.

Parking:Gravel parking / turning area for 6 cars.

Garden:Central paved terrace/patio at the entrance to the house with seating and central water feature. Outside lights and water tap. Further area of paved patio with lawn adjoining. Cotswold stone walls and shrubbery. Bordering fields and open Cotswold countryside. Stepping stone path leads through well planted herbaceous beds. Central patio area at the top which takes advantage of the view.

Directions:

Take A46 Bath Road from Cheltenham. At the Norwood Arms roundabout, take 1st exit and continue out of town, up Leckhampton Hill. At the ‘T’ junction at Ullenwood, turn right and then take the first exit on the Air Balloon roundabout. Continue up the hill and turn right for Birdlip and the B4070 Slad Road. Follow the road past the Royal George Hotel and turn left onto B4070. At Fostons Ash Inn, bear left and continue again. Drive through Bisley Village, past the Stirrup Cup Inn. The next village is Eastcombe. Turn right at the allotments and continue down into the old part of the village. Turn right in front of the shop onto Fidges Lane. Continue along and turn right onto the drive which splits into 3. Take the middle route and Hawkridge is at the top of the drive.

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed

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Fine & Country Cheltenham 113 Promenade, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL50 1NW

Tel 01242 220080

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