Blockley, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56

A superb Grade II* listed village house in a highly regarded village with an additional Garden plot

Description

LOT 1 : MANOR HOUSE
The Manor House is Grade II* listed being of special historic and architectural interest. Prior to 1539 the house was the site of the medieval summer palace of the Bishops of Worcester and forms part of the boundary to the church yard. Re-modelled in the 18th century, the property retains numerous period features, both inside and out, including gabled projections, sash and mullioned windows and a Tudor arch doorway and sits within beautifully landscaped gardens.

The property is approached through impressive stone piers with wrought iron gates and along a driveway to the double open fronted garage. Paving leads to the front door and into a welcoming entrance hall. There are five excellent reception rooms to enjoy from an elegant drawing room and dining room to a comfortable sitting room and versatile orangery, perfect for family gatherings. The substantial kitchen/breakfast room is traditional in style with exposed timbers and flagstone floor. There is a good range of units and ample space for a large table and chairs. A four-oven Aga sits within an inglenook fireplace. The magnificent staircase hall is full of character with flagstone floors, oak wall panels, an inglenook fireplace and substantial timbers. Steps lead down to a cosy snug to the rear of the house. A study can be found on at mezzanine level between the ground and first floors. Stairs descend to the cellars. A turned staircase of architectural and historic note leads to the upper floors.

On the first floor are two superb bedroom suites, one with an en suite bathroom and the second with a dressing room and en suite shower room. Two further bedrooms share a family bathroom and family shower room. The turned staircase continues to the second floor where there is a well-proportioned bedroom suite, four further bedrooms and store room.

About 0.98 acres.

OUTSIDE
The property boasts spectacular gardens that have developed organically under the current owner’s care, providing year-round colour and interest. A paved terrace lies to the rear with a small ornamental fish pond. The formal rear garden gently slopes down away from the house and offers stunning views of the village and countryside, complemented by a paved terrace, a rose garden bordered by lavender, and a substantial pergola with a scenic view from the orangery. Additionally, well-stocked borders feature a variety of spring bulbs and perennials, with a double row of Catalpa ‘Nana’ trees marking the formal garden’s edge. A serene white garden can be found behind manicured hedges. An enclosed potager garden lies to the eastern end of the property.

In addition to the double open fronted garage there is an outbuilding used as a snooker room beneath which is a boiler room and store room. There is potential to convert the snooker room to, for example, a home office, art studio or gym subject to consent. Gardener’s WC.

LOT 2 : THE LOWER GARDEN
Steps descend to the Lower Garden that showcases radiating yew and a mature lawn leading to a tranquil brook, while an ancient orchard includes medlar, walnut, fig, quince, and various traditional pear and mulberry trees. The lower terrace has a separate road access to the east onto Lower Street. It has potential subject to the usual planning consent for a substantial dwelling and is available by separate negotiation.

About 0.85 acres.

Location

Blockley is situated within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty between Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh. A large part of the village is designated as a Conservation Area to protect its rich history. The village has a thriving community enjoying a Post Office, park, village shop and café, primary school, hotel, two public houses, three village halls and a sports and social club. Blockley was voted the best place to live in the south west by the Sunday Times in 2017.

The village lies 3.5 miles from Chipping Campden school (rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017). Moreton-in-Marsh (3.5 miles) has a mainline rail station serving Worcester (28 miles), Oxford (30 miles) and London Paddington. Cirencester (26 miles), Stratford-upon-Avon (18 miles) and Cheltenham (25 miles) offer an excellent choice of shops, leisure and cultural amenities and schools. The countryside is designated as a special landscape area and is perfect for walking and riding. There are many historic houses and gardens in the immediate locality.

Schooling in the area is outstanding and includes Blockley C of E Primary School, Kitebrook, Chipping Campden School, Cotswold Academy, Pate’s Grammar School and Cheltenham College.

The Cotswolds’ year is packed with events ranging from world famous international festivals like Cheltenham Literature Festival and Cheltenham Gold Cup Week to major musical events such as the Wilderness Festival and the Big Feastival, as well as a jampacked events calendar featuring concerts, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals and theatrical productions.

Square Footage: 7,385 sq ft


Acreage: 1.83 Acres

Directions

The property is adjacent to the Church. Please speak to the agent for detailed directions.

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Additional Info

Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating. Telephone line subject to BT transfer arrangements.

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Viewings strictly by appointment with Savills Stow-on-the-Wold office .