Coberley Road, Coberley, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 9QY | Property for sale | Savills
417.23 sq m
Guide price £2,795,000(€3,361,231)

Coberley RoadCoberley, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 9QY


    Key features

    • An outstanding stone farmhouse enjoying an elevated position in this well-regarded village.
    • Beautifully appointed and finished to an exacting standard together with an array of striking features.
    • Light and airy accommodation equating to 4,491 sq. ft of living space.
    • Low-maintenance gardens and paddock totalling 2.68 acres in addition to a private courtyard and a number of idyllic seating areas.
    • A superb collection of stone outbuildings, stables and studio: affording opportunity for conversion (subject to planning permission)
    • Situated in prime Cotswold village on the outskirts of Cheltenham with excellent transport links to the M5 motorway.

    A beautifully appointed stone farmhouse enjoying an idyllic village setting.

    About this property

    • Thought to date from the 17th century, Dowmans Farm is a quintessential Cotswold stone farm house. Having undergone a significant programme of works by the current vendors, the property now shows to an exemplary standard with stylish interiors, beautiful original features and sympathetic design.

      Entered by way of a traditional reception hall, the light and airy accommodation is set over two floors and equates to 4,491 sq. ft of living space. The farm house enjoys a plethora of spacious reception rooms, not least the sitting room with a beautiful inglenook fireplace and an inset log burning stove with exposed ceiling joists. The formal drawing room is equally as impressive: with oak flooring and overhead beams it leads to a study and a separate library. The country-style kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of units, integrated appliances, AGA and has generous dining space. Doors open to a versatile family room together with a useful boot room which has a pedestrian door opening to the side.

      The first floor consists of six double bedrooms together with a beautifully appointed bathroom and shower room. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, enjoying far-reaching countryside views, it is served by a highly stylish en suite, fitted with a free standing bath and a walk-in double shower. In addition there is a walk-in dressing room with plentiful storage and hanging rails. All bedrooms are in excellent decorative order with vaulted ceilings and pleasant rural views.

      The gardens are a fabulous extension of the property: in all totalling 2.68 acres (to include a mixture of formal gardens and paddocks). Accessed via secure wooden gates, the stoned-drive sweeps to the principal entrance, stables and stone outbuildings. Laid to a manicured lawn interspersed with herbaceous beds, established borders, mature trees, shrubs and plants. Bounded by a Cotswold stone wall, there is a charming paved courtyard with raised beds: affording the idyllic place to rest, relax or entertain it offers complete privacy with an imposing Cotswold stone wall.

      The outbuildings are an outstanding feature. In addition to a home gym, there is an open barn, garage and a 8 stable boxes and a tack room. Affording untold potential (subject to the necessary planning) they are ripe for conversion and/or extension works.

      Agent note: There is planning permission for the conversion of the barn and two of the stables to a two-storey, two bedroom residential dwelling. Planning reference (Cotswolds District Council) 23/00960/FUL

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    This is one of the most impressive homes I've had the privilege of marketing. The understated style together with it's natural charm, warmth and character makes for the ultimate country home: a complete joy!

    Phil BatesProperty agent

    Local information

    • Dowmans Farm is situated in a commanding position overlooking a delightful southerly aspect at the edge of the well-regarded Cotswold village of Coberley.
    • The village has a primary school and the attractive parish church of St Giles and the Cotswold Hills Golf Club is also nearby. There are numerous outdoor activities to be enjoyed: hiking, cycling and hacking are but three.
    • There is fast access to regional communications including the A435 and A436, and Cheltenham is approximately 5 miles distant, providing excellent shopping, restaurants, racing, festivals and notable schooling.
    • High speed trains run from Cheltenham and Gloucester (to London Paddington) and the M5 Junction 11a is approximately 5 miles away.

    Additional information

    • Mains electricity, mains water, oil fired central heating, private drainage.
    • Local Authority: Cotswold District Council.
    • Directions: From Cheltenham, at the top of Leckhampton Hill bear left through Ullenwood onto the A436. After approximately 200m turn right at the sign for Coberley. This will take you through a picturesque valley and after approximately 0.75 mile Dowmans Farm will be found on your left hand side.
    • EPC Rating: E
    • Tenure: Freehold
    • Council Tax Band: F