Dark Lane, Nailsworth, GL6

Melstock House is a handsome detached house set in a generous level plot in a secluded position above Nailsworth in sought after Dark Lane, well away from main road traffic. Less than half a mile from the centre of our wonderful town, the property is within easy reach of the shops, amenities and thriving, friendly community but is also well placed for country walks, with Newmarket and the woods beyond just down neighbouring  Sevenacres Road. The property was built in 1947 and was subsequently extended. It has been the perfect family home for our client, who fell in love with the quiet, convenient spot when they first viewed some 33 years ago. They promptly bought it, and set about improving the house, including a full rewiring programme. The resulting property is well presented and versatile, with accommodation arranged over two floors. 

A grand hardwood front door with leaded stained glass inset and ornate furniture opens into the entrance hall with cloakroom/WC. A 15' dual aspect sitting room with fireplace is on the right, and this connects with a dining room/snug, that can be separated by a folding door when needed. The 16' kitchen/breakfast room is beyond this, with three windows to two aspects and space for a table, with a useful laundry room next door. The garden room completes the ground floor. This spacious, light filled room has until recently been used as a bedroom, but would also be an ideal work from home space or third reception room. A staircase leads up from the hall to the first floor, with a landing, three bedrooms and a bathroom on this floor. Most of the windows look out onto the garden and the view beyond, and the garden room and dining room have glazed doors that open into the garden, connecting the house and the plot well - something so vital for the way we live in our homes today. A must for your viewing list in our opinion, and available with no onward chain.

The property benefits from a large level plot, with gardens to three sides of the house, and parking for several vehicles. The pillared entrance is shared with the neighbouring October House. This leads to the drive for Melstock House, with space to park and turn to the side and front of the property. There is a large level lawn to the side of the house, with a path that leads around to the rear. There is a large paved area here, and glazed doors open from the dining room onto this space. Walk on again and you'll reach the far side of the house. This level space is gravelled and you can step out here from the garden room. Mature trees, planting and hedgerow are found throughout the plot, which measures 0.286 acres in total.

Nailsworth is home to many independent businesses, selling everything from artisan bread, meat and fish to stationery, fashion and handmade jewellery. Nestling at the bottom of steep wooded hills, Nailsworth is now an attractive and vibrant shopping destination, with a large selection of interesting speciality shops and cafes, including the famous Williams Food Hall and Hobbs House Bakery. It is a quirky and friendly town, with a good selection of restaurants, as well as three supermarkets, a regular farmers’ market and a ‘green’ football club. Just four miles away is Stroud, with more comprehensive shopping, educational and leisure facilities, connected by bus services. Junctions of the M4 and M5 motorways are within easy reach and railway stations at Stroud (4 miles) and Kemble (10 miles) provide main line services to Gloucester, Swindon and London Paddington.

Property information

The property is freehold. Gas central heating, mains electricity and water. Private drainage system. The council tax band is E. We have checked the service and reception levels available locally through the OFCOM network checker and the broadband services available include ultrafast connection (1800 Mbps), and you are likely to have full service from all major mobile providers outside the property, although reception may be limited inside the house.