Hyde Farm Cottage, Temple Guiting, Gloucestershire

This spacious four-bedroom house sits on the edge of Temple Guiting, Gloucestershire, within the Cotswolds National Landscape. A quintessential rural home, it spans 2,253 sq ft across two light-filled floors and opens to a delightful private garden with uninterrupted views of scenic countryside. The interiors have been lovingly arranged by the current owners with a refined palette of colours and materials, and a distinguished, economical sense of space.



The Tour



Designed and built under current ownership, this spectacular home is defined by an arresting painted timber-clad façade and cedar-shingled roof, in keeping with the local vernacular. A carefully composed sequence of light-filled and well-apportioned spaces has been thoughtfully finished with locally sourced materials and bespoke joinery throughout.



The house sits in a peaceful position, surrounded by open fields, just outside the village. It is approached via a private driveway, framed by a neat front garden where planted borders provide wonderful privacy and a colourful backdrop throughout the seasons.



The primary entrance is via the front porch through to an airy entrance hall that connects all areas of the house. Locally sourced from a local quarry, large Cotswold flagstones extend underfoot through to a generous open-plan kitchen-dining room with direct access to the garden, perfect for hosting and everyday living. Glazing along three aspects draws in natural light throughout the day and frames uplifting views of the verdant landscape. Bespoke cabinets run along each side, anchored by an oil-fuelled, duck-egg blue Aga range cooker. Fully integrated, new appliances include an induction hob and oven, a dishwasher, and fridge/freezer.



The plan flows into a convenient utility room where the flagstones continue below, while an L-shaped bank of plywood units is topped with linoleum surfaces. It is well-equipped with a reclaimed shallow fluted sink and a washing machine.



Across the hall is a generous living room, finished in delicate pink tones and grounded with oak floorboards. An open fireplace, also made of Cotswold Stone and finished with a reclaimed solid oak lintel, houses a Charnwood wood-burning stove to warm the space. French doors create a seamless connection to the garden, strikingly framed by a full-height library, lending a distinct sense of volume.



Directly adjacent, an inviting playroom overlooks the garden. Also on this floor is a quiet study, and a separate WC is finished with Cole & Son wallpaper and tiles by Timorous Beasties.



A white-painted staircase rises to the first floor, where four well-appointed bedrooms frame serene views across the countryside. Discretely removed to one side of the plan, the beautiful principal bedroom has an en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The remaining three rooms are served by a spacious shared bathroom, with an Aston Matthew’s cast iron claw foot bathtub and a walk-in shower clad in glazed pink tiles.



Outdoor Space



The house is ensconced within generous gardens backed by open fields and rolling hills. At the front is a gravel front yard, and a versatile garage with parking space for two cars and an EV charger. Flower beds run along the façade, filled with flowering shrubs and herbs.



A tranquil retreat, the back garden is predominantly laid to lawn and interspersed with well-stocked beds housing a wide variety of flowers, including scented lavender, roses and mature specimen trees. A tin shed lies to one side, and the kitchen opens to a paved patio, a perfect spot for relaxing or reading a book. Beyond is a greenhouse and a vegetable garden.



The Area



The house is surrounded by rolling hills between Winchcombe and Guiting Power, set within the Cotswolds National Landscape. Winchcombe is a 16-minute drive to the west, arguably the walking capital of the Cotswolds, with access to the extensive networks of bridleways and walking paths, as well as the Ancient Ways, for which the area is well renowned. Cleeve Common, a conservation area of expansive grassland and a site of Special Scientific Interest for its geology, habitats, and botany, is a 28-minute drive from the house. From the tip of the Common, the views are spectacular, reaching far over The Malverns and across to Wales.



There are some well-regarded pubs nearby, including The Hollow Bottom and The Farmer's Arms. Guiting Power is also home to independent cafes, The Old Post Office and The Old Bakery. The Lion Inn and The Corner Cupboard are among the local favourites in Winchcombe, both of which have lovely beer gardens. The Plough Inn at Ford and The Halfway House in Kineton are also nearby.



Cheltenham is a 30-minute drive to the south-west. This Regency town is renowned for its festivals of literature, jazz, film, folk music, comedy and science, as well as for its busy racing calendar, including the Gold Cup. Daylesford, Pittville Park, Sandford Parks Lido, and Soho Farmhouse are popular local highlights. Oxford and Stroud are also close by.



The A429 and A19 are easily accessed and offer useful links to the M4. Kingham station is a 25-minute drive away, with services to London in just over an hour.



Council Tax Band: D