
Draycott, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56

- PROPERTY TYPE
Semi-Detached
- BEDROOMS
5
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
2,606 sq ft
242 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- A substantial period village house
- Scope to create further bedrooms
- Outbuilding/car port with potential to convert
- Generous parking
- Mature garden
- EPC Rating = E
Description
Description
Occupied by the same family for nearly 100 years, the Old Chequer is a substantial Cotswold property, perfectly blending contemporary living with rich historical charm. Nestled in the serene hamlet of Draycott, this picturesque cottage is ideally situated between the vibrant market towns of Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh. With origins dating back to the sixteenth-century, The Old Chequer was originally a village pub and one of the oldest properties in the village. This Grade II Listed building showcases remarkable original features including flagstone floors, oak beams and original fireplaces.
glazed porch leads to a generous and well-proportioned sitting hall with an impressive inglenook fireplace and flagstone floor which continues into the welcoming, dual aspect family room with a fireplace. A door leads to the garden. The expansive kitchen/dining room is the heart of the home with areas for dining and sitting. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units with integrated appliances including a double oven. There is ample room for a large dining table and chairs as well as armchairs by the fireplace, again with a wood burning stove.
There are three excellent bedrooms on the first floor, two of which are en suite. Bedroom two benefits from an en suite shower cubicle. On the second floor are two further bedrooms and two very useful loft rooms which are perfect for storage and offer scope for conversion to further living accommodation.
To the front of the property is a large detached outbuilding with two rooms, a stable and car port. Potential exists to use the building for a variety of purposes including ancillary accommodation, home office or studio subject to planning consent.
The property is approached from the village lane through timber posts leading to a substantial gravelled parking area in front of the house. The south-facing garden lies to the rear comprising areas of lawn with a paved terrace and mature hedging.
Location
Draycott is a delightful hamlet situated in the picturesque Cotswold Hills, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, green meadows, and charming country lanes, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Draycott is located within easy reach of popular tourist destinations in the North Cotswolds and adjoining counties. Draycott is situated between Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh which both offer a range of amenities, shopping options, cultural attractions and schools. Local amenities in Blockley include an excellent village shop, a primary school, St Peters Church and two public houses. There is an excellent range of state and independent schools in the area including Blockley Primary School, Chipping Campden School, the Cotswold School, Cheltenham Ladies’ College and King Edward VI School in Stratford-upon-Avon.
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 jam-packed events calendar featuring concerts, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals and theatrical productions. The Cotswold Way, a popular walking trail, passes close to Draycott, offering opportunities for exploring the surrounding countryside.
Square Footage: 2,606 sq ft
Acreage: 0.66 Acres
Directions
From the centre of Moreton-in-Marsh head north on the A429. Just before the railway bridge turn left signposted Batsford. After approximately one mile follow the road around to the right and at the next crossroads turn left towards Draycott. Continue into the village and the property will be found on the left just before the crossroads.
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Additional Info
Local Authority: Cotswold District Council. . Council Tax Band G.
Viewings: Strictly by accompanied appointment arranged through Savills Stow-on-the-Wold.
Services: Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage are connected. Gas-fired central heating. Landline subject to BT transfer regulations.
Particulars prepared: January 2025. Photographs taken: January 2025.
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Web Details- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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