Sheep Street, Stow on the Wold, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54

A charming and highly versatile Cotswold property combining commercial opportunity, characterful living accommodation and outstanding potential in the heart of a sought after market town.

Description

Occupying a prominent position within the historic town of Stow-on-the-Wold, Marks House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fascinating mixed use property that has remained in the same ownership for almost 25 years. Believed to date back to circa 1640, this charming and deceptively spacious Cotswold building extends to approximately 2,200 sq. ft arranged over three floors and offers an exciting combination of commercial (Class E) and residential accommodation.

Rich in history and packed with character, the property retains a wealth of period features throughout, including exposed timbers, original stonework and an intriguing layout that reflects its heritage. The accommodation is well presented and maintained, whilst also offering considerable scope for future enhancement and reconfiguration, subject to any necessary consents.

The ground floor is currently utilised as a successful and attractive clothing boutique, benefiting from an excellent trading position within this thriving market town. The commercial element offers a variety of possibilities, whether for continued retail use, a different commercial venture, investment purposes or potential alternative uses.

Above, the residential accommodation provides an inviting and flexible home arranged over the upper floors. Currently configured as a two to three bedroom property, the living spaces are light filled and full of character, versatile and well-proportioned.

The first floor balcony also enjoying pleasant views over the rooftops and streets of Stow. A private courtyard garden and an outbuilding further enhances the property, providing valuable outdoor space and opportunity.

A particularly appealing aspect of Marks House is its versatility. With two separate front entrances already in place, there is significant potential for the property to be divided into two independent units, creating separate residential and commercial accommodation or potentially two distinct properties, subject to any necessary permissions. This flexibility makes Marks House especially attractive to investors, those seeking a lifestyle business, holiday let operators or buyers wishing to generate additional income.

Location

Stow-on-the-Wold is widely regarded as one of the Cotswolds' most desirable market towns, renowned for its attractive stone architecture, vibrant market square and thriving community atmosphere. The town offers an excellent range of independent boutiques, antique shops, galleries, cafés, traditional pubs and highly regarded restaurants, making it a popular destination for both residents and visitors throughout the year.

Educational facilities are well catered for, with Stow-on-the-Wold Primary School in the town itself, alongside a selection of highly regarded state and independent schools in the wider area, including The Cotswold Academy in Bourton-on-the-Water, Kitebrook Preparatory School and Kingham Hill School.

Communication links include the A429 Fosse Way providing convenient access to Cirencester (19 miles) and Warwick (28 miles), while the nearby A44 connects Oxford (31 miles) and Worcester (35 miles). Mainline rail services are available from Moreton-in-Marsh, (4 miles), offering direct services to London Paddington (88 minutes), Oxford and Worcester.

The area hosts a variety of events and attractions, including the historic Stow Charter Fair, regular markets, literary and arts events, and an extensive network of walking and cycling routes through the surrounding Cotswold countryside.

Square Footage: 2,075 sq ft