Sopworth, Nr Tetbury

Tucked away in the peaceful and picturesque village of Sopworth, this versatile and characterful family home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy rural living while remaining within easy reach of nearby market towns.

Gable Cottage has a long history and is understood to date back to the early 1800s. Once divided into multiple cottages, the accommodation offers great versatility, with the option of using it as two independent portions or as one larger family home, as the current owners do. Significant modifications were added in the 1990s, but these blend seamlessly with the original building, which now extends to approximately 2,679 sq. ft. The property includes five generous double bedrooms, charming living spaces, and a beautifully maintained garden. This spacious home is ideal for growing families or anyone seeking a slice of traditional village charm.

The front door is reached via a courtyard garden and opens into an entrance hallway. The first two reception rooms are found to the left-hand side, along with a downstairs cloakroom and a door to the kitchen. The principal sitting room is a bright and inviting space, benefitting from dual-aspect French doors on either side that open onto the garden. A central fireplace with a wood burner provides a cosy focal point, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere. Adjacent to the sitting room is a versatile second reception room, currently used as a playroom, though it could easily serve as a sixth bedroom, home office, or snug, depending on your needs.

The kitchen, the heart of the home, is full of character and situated within the original portion of the property. With wood flooring, exposed beams, and a charming feature stone fireplace with its original mantel, it has a distinctly country cottage feel—only enhanced by the hand-built kitchen installed just five years ago. A range of base and wall units provide excellent storage, and the kitchen includes an integrated dishwasher and an electric AGA. There is ample room for a dining table and chairs, along with an island unit, making it a perfect space for family life and entertaining. Leading off the kitchen is a practical utility room, fitted with base units and plumbing for a washing machine and a second electric oven. Beyond this is another reception room, currently used as a formal dining room, though it could easily be repurposed as an additional living area. A second front door from here opens to the front of the property. Leading off the utility room are two further rooms that require some modernisation, offering exciting potential for conversion into more versatile spaces, such as a boot room.

The first floor is split into two sides: one accessed from a staircase in the main entrance hallway and the other from a staircase in the utility room. This arrangement allows the property to be used as two independent cottages, should a new owner wish—ideal for a dependent family annexe or as a holiday rental providing a stream of income.

The staircase from the main hallway leads to a pleasant, light-filled landing with access to three bedrooms and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, benefitting from a walk-in dressing room that leads into a private en-suite bathroom with a shower over the bath. The second staircase leads to two further double bedrooms, both spacious and with room for wardrobes and other furniture. The larger of the two also has a couple of fitted cupboards. Another bathroom, again with a shower over the bath, serves this section of the home. The galleried landing on this side is particularly striking, featuring a tall, vaulted window overlooking the garden.

Outside, the property sits within a substantial wraparound garden, mostly laid to lawn and bordered by mature hedging that provides privacy from the quiet village lane. Raised beds surround the lawn, and there is a pleasant patio terrace, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Two useful garden sheds provide storage for tools and equipment. A low-level stone wall and gate lead into a further area of garden, which could be easily secluded from the rest if the property were used as two separate dwellings. In the top corner of the garden is a gravel driveway with space for two vehicles to be parked off-street.

The property is heated by oil-fired central heating and connected to mains electricity, water, and drainage. Council Tax Band: D (Wiltshire Council).
Tenure: Freehold. EPC: E (52).

Sopworth is a small, picturesque village located in Wiltshire, in South West England. Nestled near the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is known for its tranquil rural charm, historical architecture, and idyllic countryside setting. The village is characterised by traditional stone cottages, open fields, and a peaceful atmosphere. One of its key landmarks is St. Mary’s Church, a beautiful example of medieval architecture with elements dating back to the 13th century. Sopworth lies close to the Gloucestershire border and is just a short drive from the historic market towns of Tetbury and Malmesbury.