Lower Slaughter, Cheltenham, GL54

An impressive country house, privately situated on the edge of a
picturesque Cotswold village.

Description

Grange Farm is an extremely fine Cotswold stone-built house, tucked away on the edge of this much sought after village with delightful views across its own land. The property has been immaculately maintained and combines high quality work by local craftsmen with stylish and luxurious finishes throughout.

The principal rooms are approached off the reception hall with its limestone floor and turned oak staircase. Glazed panel doors lead into the drawing room and dining room, both of which have dressed Farmington stone fireplaces. Approached from the drawing room and dining room is the garden room, with limestone floor, solid oak window frames and folding glazed doors leading onto a garden terrace. Forming the heart of the house is an exceptional kitchen which incorporates eating and sitting areas. The working area is fitted with a comprehensive range of Miele appliances including ovens, induction hob, microwave, teppanyaki combi grill, wok, steam oven, warming drawers and a dishwasher. There is also a large central island and two fridges. A stone fireplace with adjacent oak cupboards is the focus of the sitting area which also has direct access into the garden. At the other end is the fully fitted utility room and walk-in larder. Throughout the room there is a limestone floor and a very clever use of lighting. Off the reception hall is the cloakroom and an elegant oak staircase which rises to the first floor. Here there are three bedrooms, with a luxurious triple aspect principal bedroom suite including a well-appointed dressing room and two en suite bathrooms. There are two further excellent bedroom suites on the first floor. The second floor is arranged to provide two more bedrooms, each having their own contrasting shower room. In addition, there is a further room which could be used as an occasional sixth bedroom or storage. All the bedrooms are dual or triple aspect with lovely views over the gardens.

Outside there is a superb, recently constructed detached complex housing a heated swimming pool, sauna, shower room and games room/gym. Floor to ceiling sliding doors open to the terrace and gardens, allowing the breeze in on hot summer days.

The gardens and grounds complement the house and help create an attractive and private setting. The gated entrance and sweeping gravel driveway provides ample parking close to the house and continues round to the stable block, where there is further garaging for a large number of cars and machinery. Close to the entrance gate is a separate
oak framed garage. Adjacent to the kitchen is a wide paved terrace which extends around the house to the front of the garden room. Beyond are the railed paddocks which are protected by a belt of woodland, including ancient oak trees and wild flowers, providing a magical experience for the whole family.

In total the property extends to approximately 9.5 acres.

Location

Lower Slaughter is arguably one of the prettiest villages in the North Cotswolds 6 situated in the Windrush Valley within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Indeed, this part of the Cotswolds possesses some of the most beautiful and unspoilt
countryside in the whole of Gloucestershire. The village is characterized by its pretty honey-coloured limestone cottages and houses. Many of these front the river Eye which meanders through the village and can be crossed by two small bridges.
As well as the 18th Century Manor House Hotel there is also a Parish Church, village hall and converted mill with original water wheel.

Bourton-on-the-Water (2 miles) provides everyday shops and services. A little further away is the historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold (4 miles) which provides many specialist shops arranged around its central square. A Tesco store is
located on the edge of the town. The Daylesford organic and lifestyle shop is 6 miles distant. The Roman Fosse Way provides direct access to the Midlands and south to Cirencester (17 miles). The A40 links Cheltenham to Oxford (30 miles) and then joins the M40 at Junction 8. For the London commuter there are regular trains from Kingham Station (8 miles) to London Paddington which takes about 90 minutes.

Recreational opportunities include golf at Burford (11 miles), Naunton Downs (6.5 miles) and Broadway (13.7 miles), polo at Cirencester Park; racing at Cheltenham, Warwick (30 miles) and Stratford (23 miles); sailing at the Cotswold Water Park and boating on the River Thames. There are a number of excellent walks in the area including the Gloucestershire Way. There is a wide choice of excellent schools in the area including Kingham, Kitebrook, Hatherop Castle, Rendcomb, as well as the schools and colleges in Oxford and Cheltenham.

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.

Square Footage: 7,642 sq ft


Acreage: 9.5 Acres

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Additional Info

Right of Way: The owners of Grange Farm have a right of access over Kennel Lane.

EPC Rating = C

LOCAL AUTHORITY: Cotswold District Council, Trinity Road, Cirencester .
Council Tax Band G.

SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Gas-fired central
heating. Electric charging point.

VIEWING: By appointment with Savills Stow-on-the-Wold Tel: .