Upton, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8

Nestled in a desirable hamlet setting, this beautifully presented semi-detached period cottage seamlessly blends character features with elegance.

Formerly a farm workers cottage it has been extended and upgraded to provide a surprisingly spacious and elegant home.

A large hallway at the side of the house has plenty of room to store coats and shoes, with additional storage under the stairs and a downstairs cloakroom.

The heart of the home is a stylish open-plan kitchen/dining area, flooded with natural light and perfect for entertaining. Beautiful flagstones flooring and an Aga set the country tone perfectly. Double doors open onto a terrace and into the delightful south facing garden. Adjacent is a good size utility room with plenty of storage, a belfast sink and planned space for appliances.

Additional living space includes a cosy sitting room with a feature fireplace, and wood panelled walls and a flexible reception room is ideal for home working, relaxation or a separate dining room.

Upstairs, the property boasts a wider than expected landing, with a perfect space to place an armchair next to the in built shelving. There are three generous bedrooms, the principal bedroom enjoying built in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. The smallest room has a cleverly designed cabin bed with storage beneath, the modern bathroom provides comfort and versatility for families of all sizes.

To the rear, a large south-facing garden offers an idyllic retreat with mature planting, lawned areas, and a honeysuckle covered Pergola is perfect for al fresco dining. There is also the added benefit of off-street driveway parking, a rarity for homes of this character.

Tetbury, often referred to as the gateway to the Cotswolds, and once voted by Country Life magazine as the third most desirable town in the country, is a thriving historic Cotswold market town situated less than half an hour from both the M4 and M5 motorways and within easy reach of Cirencester, Cheltenham, Bath, Bristol and Swindon. There is good access to Kemble Railway Station with regular Intercity services to London and other regional commercial centres.

Tetbury is well known for its royal houses, The Duchy of Cornwall owns Highgrove House, a home and garden beautifully transformed by His Majesty King Charles III and Gatcombe Park the home of The Princess Royal both of which are close by. Tetbury boasts an exciting range of shops including specialist boutiques, city standard delicatessens, the Highgrove Shop, two supermarkets and many fine antique shops. The town has an excellent variety of hotels, restaurants, cafes and brasseries offering a mouth-watering range of cuisine.

There is an excellent range of schools in the area including Westonbirt Preparatory and Senior Schools (3 – 18 years). There is also Beaudesert Park at Minchinhampton together with popular state primary and secondary schools in and around Tetbury.

A visit to the Tourist Information Office will provide you with a map of the area showing some of our local attractions including the world famous Westonbirt Arboretum, or the nearby Cotswold Water Park or perhaps the Abbey and Abbey House Gardens in Malmesbury.