Cockleford, Cowley, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53

A beautifully appointed character home with incredible views and stunning landscaped gardens.

Description

Nestled within the beautiful rolling landscape of the Cotswold Hills, The Cottage enjoys a tranquil rural setting along a quiet no-through road, which leads to a highly regarded pub. The road snakes through green and glorious farmland, revealing the house sitting at the top of its plot, the gardens below beautifully landscaped and a riot of colour and texture. The honeyed stone elevations of the house conceal fantastically characterful and beautifully appointed interiors, where original features such as oak beams and exposed stone are complemented by more modern additions: an attractive oak kitchen with black granite surfaces and a premium Lacanche stove, contemporary bath and shower rooms with statement tile, and structural wall and door detailing. The substantial accommodation extends to a generous 3,800 sq ft, with a choice of reception rooms for both formal entertaining and more relaxed occasions, and five good-size bedrooms upstairs, the fifth bedroom currently being used as a home office.

The entrance hall commands a striking first impression with its features staircase in wood and cast iron, climbing to the galleried first floor which floods the space below with excellent natural light. The reception rooms open off the hall: a cosy and inviting snug, and a larger sitting room with wood-burning stove. To the rear of the house there is an open plan kitchen and breakfast room, an adjoining utility room and a formal dining room which opens to the magnificent 27ft drawing room. Upstairs, two of the bedrooms are e suite while the remaining two bedrooms share a spa like family bathroom with freestanding bath tub.

Outside
The Cottage’s gardens are a highlight of the home, offering one acre of beautifully manicured lawns, established trees and shrubs, colourful and textural borders and flowerbeds and thoughtfully arranged rock gardens. The gardens are arranged to allow for the best views across the landscaping and the surrounding countryside: to the rear of the house, a series of elevated, stepped stone terraces look out over the rolling hills to the east, providing a glorious backdrop to alfresco lunches and evening drinks. Paths wind through the lawns and considered planting to a magnificent natural pool, surrounded by gravel ‘beaches’, abundant planting and – jutting out across the water – a decking terrace, perfectly positioned to enjoy the water.

The house is approached by an expansive resin driveway affording ample parking, which enjoys a stunning first impression as the land falls away. There is also a detached garage, a covered log store and three interconnecting ponds.
The lower part of the garden can also be accessed by a five-bar gate.

Location

Cockleford is a charming hamlet in the heart of the Cotswolds between Cheltenham (5 miles) and Cirencester (9 miles). The village sits well within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enveloped by rolling hills, mature woodland, quiet country lanes and many accessible public rights of way. Along with the neighbouring villages of Coberley and Cowley, the village offers beautiful stone cottage and larger detached homes. A popular pub, the Green Dragon, offers local produce on the menu and in its community store, while nearby Cowley Manor has an acclaimed restaurant, spa and stunning gardens.

The larger centres of Cheltenham and Cirencester provide extensive cultural, shopping and leisure facilities, as well as renowned educational establishments which include Cheltenham Ladies’ College, Cheltenham College, Dean Close and a good selection of preparatory schools.

There is fast access to Oxford and London via the A40/M40 while the A417/A419 links the M4 and M5 motorways. There are mainline stations at Cheltenham and Kemble.

Square Footage: 3,853 sq ft


Acreage: 1 Acres

Directions

From Cirencester proceed north towards Stratton. Go straight on at the traffic lights and then turn right onto the A435/Cheltenham Road. Follow the road for nine miles and then turn sharp left, signposted Cockleford/Elkstone. Pass the Green Dragon pub on your left and then turn immediately left, signposted Cockleford Only. The house will be seen on the left-hand side after approximately half a mile.

Additional Info

Brochure prepared and photographs taken in June 2026

Mains water and electricity. Private drainage.