Tetbury Lane, Nailsworth, GL6

3 Barley House is a stunning apartment in a Grade II listed former maltings building, situated in a country lane just above Nailsworth. This location is private, yet still very much part of the thriving local community, with the shops and amenities of the town within easy reach and country walks up the lane. The historic, Grade II listed site has a fascinating history. Derelict and unloved for many years, The Maltings is now being re-imagined as 13 truly stunning properties, many with original historical features. This particular property is on the first floor and is a light-filled apartment with spacious, characterful accommodation and lovely views over Nailsworth.

On entering the apartment, there is a hallway which leads into the large sitting/dining room which opens out in front of you, with high ceilings and stylish arched windows. These flood the apartment with light and also offer interesting views over the jumbled rooftops of the town. There is room here for a table where buyers could sit and enjoy a morning cup of coffee or a glass of wine while taking in that view. The sitting/dining room opens out into the Howdens kitchen, which has been carefully planned, with integrated appliances and plenty of space to prepare and cook. Three steps lead up to the two bedrooms, which are situated off the main living space. Again these are generous, light-filled rooms with views over the town. The apartment also has a large storage cupboard and a spacious bathroom, with a shower over the bath and sleek modern tiling. High quality fittings have been used throughout this sympathetic renovation and the different areas work perfectly together, making for a wonderful space in which to relax, cook and entertain.

The history of the site

Brewing beer is said to be part alchemy and part art – the magic of creation, combined with the blending of flavour and passion. Up a country lane just outside the bustling little town of Nailsworth, a new kind of magic is taking place. The beautiful old Cotswold stone buildings where the town’s beer was once brewed and delivered to pubs all over the area, are being lovingly restored and transformed into stylish apartments. These cool, quirky spaces are being created with the same passion and attention to detail as the master brewer would use to bring his creation to life.

The historic, Grade II listed site has a fascinating history. Derelict and unloved for many years, The Maltings is now being re-imagined as 13 truly stunning properties, many with original historical features. The Nailsworth site was originally the home of a bacon cellar building, constructed by bacon maker Isaac Hillier. A second structure seems to have been added between 1856 and 1881. The brewery grew in size and stature and, by 1891, its buildings occupied most of the area between Butcher’s Hill and Brewery Lane, as well as The Maltings in Tetbury Lane. The buildings became Grade II listed in 2006, but sadly fell into disrepair and many of the historical features were lost. Over the course of the last two years, a meticulous restoration project has been underway to create an exclusive complex of very individual new homes, brimming with original historical features. A striking 4 storey new-build house is also being built on the site and the beautiful old kiln has been completely renovated to create a truly unique showcase home. So now Nailsworth townsfolk can raise a glass to a new dawn in the history of this important local site.

The site today

It is immediately apparent that extraordinary care has been taken in conserving the character and heritage of the site. There is a fine line to toe here – preservation of the Grade II listed site and the creation of comfortable modern living spaces aren’t always easy bedfellows. Any such concerns are quashed upon entry however. Open, airy living spaces now sit within the period stone and brick structures, and contemporary kitchens and bathrooms share the spotlight with carefully retained original features. High quality fittings have been used throughout the site, with Neff appliances and Roca bathroom furniture and the site also benefits from ultra fast broadband. Local craftsmen and businesses have been integral to the conversion work. High levels of insulation have been added to the buildings and the use of double glazing has been permitted, so potential purchasers can be sure that they are getting the very best of both worlds – the charm and character of a period property, with the convenience and ease of living that modern property design affords. There’s real variety in the living spaces on offer. The apartments are a range of one and two bedroom homes ranging from 688sq ft to over 1100 sq ft. One fortunate buyer will live in the Old Kiln – a superb four storey dwelling with a private garden at the side. The same level of care, attention and finish has been used throughout the site, and the renovation is guaranteed by a (LABC Equivalent), giving buyers peace of mind.

The apartment has one allocated parking space. 

“What is this life if, full of care, we have no time to stand and stare?” - these are the opening lines of the world-famous poem Leisure by W H Davies, written in 1911 while he was living in a cottage at Watledge. Today, Nailsworth has changed a great deal since Davies’ time, but there is still much to stand and stare at in the bustling town centre, home to many independent businesses, selling everything from artisan bread, meat and fish to stationery, fashion and handmade jewellery. Nestling at the bottom of steep wooded hills, Nailsworth is now an attractive and vibrant shopping destination, with a large selection of interesting speciality shops and cafes, including the famous Williams Food Hall and Hobbs House Bakery. It is a quirky and friendly town, with a good selection of restaurants, as well as three supermarkets, a regular farmers’ market and a ‘green’ football club. Nailsworth is well positioned for both town and country. Just four miles away is Stroud, with more comprehensive shopping, educational and leisure facilities, connected by bus services. Junctions of the M4 and M5 motorways are within easy reach and railway stations at Stroud (4 miles) and Kemble (10 miles) provide main line services to Gloucester, Swindon and London Paddington.

Agents note

The pictures displayed are CGI augmented images of the actual interior of the properties. Flooring, lighting and furniture has been added digitally to give buyers an indication of the how the spaces might be dressed when occupied. Please do let us know if you’d like to see the original undressed images – we’d be very happy to email them to you prior to a viewing.

Each apartment includes carpet throughout, luxury vinyl to the kitchen and bathrooms and coir matting to the external doorway. Buyers will be offered a choice of carpet colours which will be fitted prior to completion, or a PC sum towards a soft flooring of their choice.

Property information

The apartment is leasehold. Annual charges to be confirmed. Electric heating, mains water and drainage, the council tax banding is to be confirmed.