Dating from the 1700s this impressive detached cottage stands in the heart of the village of Bishops Cleeve occupying a generous garden with the benefit of off road parking for three vehicles, electric car charging point and a detached home office/garden room. Internally the property retains a wealth of character features including exposed beams and inglenook fireplaces and the accommodation comprises of a 23' double drawing room, separate dining room, 15 kitchen/breakfast room, suitable for day to day dining, utility area, four bedrooms, and two contemporary bath/shower rooms one of which is on the ground floor. Externally the property benefits from a well stocked garden, a garden room and a terrace ideal for dining in the warmer months.

Description - With origins dating back to the 17th century, Bootenhay Cottage is the epitome of period charm offering bright and airy living accommodation in excess of 1750 sqft with the addition of a versatile detached home office or garden room.
As one would anticipate this beautiful historic cottage retains a wealth of period features including two inglenook fireplace, both with gas fired stoves, exposed wall and ceiling beams and leaded windows. Notably this attractive village home has been extended over the years and offers potential to extend further if required, it stands in a generous mature garden and also isn’t listed.
Entering the property you are initially greeted by a generous welcoming reception hall featuring exposed wall and ceiling beams, original latch doors, travertine tiled flooring with underfloor heating and a dog-leg staircase rises to the first floor. Leading from the hall is a beautifully appointed 23’ dual-aspect drawing room, with an impressive inglenook fireplace housing a cast-iron fireplace creating a focal point in the room,
Further ground-floor accommodation includes a dual-aspect dining room, again with an inglenook fireplace and wooden flooring and a spacious, well fitted kitchen/breakfast room measuring approximately 15’ enjoys views over the rear garden and offers sufficient space for informal dining. The kitchen features excellent storage, a Belfast sink, range cooker and practical tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Adjoining the kitchen there is a useful utility area housing the fridge/freezer. Completing the ground floor is a superb contemporary four piece bathroom suite with a freestanding bath and separate shower enclosure, the bathroom again benefits from underfloor heating, ideal in the colder months.
On the first floor, the sense of character continues with a landing providing access to four cosy bedrooms, one of which is presently used as a study. A stylish contemporary family bathroom serves this level.
Externally, the property provides driveway parking, with an electric car charging point, for up to three vehicles and the mature rear garden is predominantly lawned bounded by a variety of specimen trees, shrubs, and plants providing seasonal interest throughout the spring, summer and autumn. Of particular note is the detached garden room, ideal for use as a home office, gymnasium or treatment room or simply as a relaxing space to enjoy during the warmer months.

Situation - The property sits in a generous plot in the heart of the popular North Gloucestershire village of Bishops Cleeve renowned for its excellent and varied amenities including both primary and secondary schools, proactive parish church, several supermarkets and independent shops such as a butchers, bakery, hairdressers, cafes and restaurants along with a doctors surgery and medical centre all of which are within walking distance of the property. The village is conveniently located just over four miles, a fifteen minute drive, from the larger regional town of Cheltenham however there is a regular bus service in operation. The M5 Motorway can be accessed at Junctions 9 & 10 and rail stations can be found in both Cheltenham and Ashchurch both operating frequent services to London.

General Information - Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected to the property, in addition there is an electric car charging point.

COUNCIL TAX
Tewkesbury Borough Council: Tax Band (E) - £2,620.39 p.a. 2025/2026.

VIEWINGS
Strictly by prior appointment through Charles Lear & Co.
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