Location

Upper Rissington is situated in an elevated position within the ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, between the Windrush and Evenlode Valley, combining the benefits of rural living with the convenience of village amenities on the doorstep.

Upper Rissington is a thriving and friendly community and benefits from a Co-op, pharmacy and gym. A primary school, The Rissington School, and Village Hall serve the local area. A bus service links the village to further schools such as The Cotswolds School (Ofsted ‘Outstanding’) in Bourton-on-the-Water and wider destinations.

Nearby Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water provide a wider range of facilities including supermarkets, libraries, banks, a number of public houses, restaurants and speciality shops.

The larger centres of Cheltenham and Cirencester provide more extensive cultural, shopping and leisure facilities. The area is known for interesting churches and there are important gardens at Hidcote and Kiftsgate and further afield there is the magnificent Blenheim Palace.

Sporting opportunities in the area are excellent, with the Heythrop Hunt, fishing and shooting. There are golf courses at Naunton Downs, Burford and Lyneham. National Hunt Racing at Stratford-upon-Avon and Cheltenham. There are fine walks via an abundance of bridleways and footpaths for the horse riding and walking enthusiast.

The A429 (Fosse Way) provides excellent links to the A40 and M40 as well as the M5 at Cheltenham via the A436. There are regular train services to London Paddington, Oxford and the Midlands from Kingham (5 miles) with journeys taking about 85 minutes.

Description

6 Sparrows Way is an attractive detached Cotswold stone home, peacefully positioned along a quiet private no-through lane on the edge of this popular development. Presented in immaculate order throughout, the property offers well balanced accommodation finished to a high standard. At the front, the property sits behind a brick paved driveway that leads to a spacious detached double garage with two up and over doors. There is generous parking and space for multiple vehicles.

A welcoming entrance hall gives access to the principal rooms and includes a cloakroom and staircase to the first floor. The elegant drawing room enjoys views to the front and features a wood burning stove, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The impressive kitchen/dining/family room forms the true heart of the home, with two sets of double doors opening directly onto the garden. The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of units and integrated appliances, while the adjoining utility room provides additional storage and external access to the private driveway.

A bright and spacious landing area offering an attractive additional space, enhanced by two windows that allow light to flood in. With its generous proportions and calm atmosphere, this versatile area is ideal as a reading nook or study space.

On the first floor are four double bedrooms, two of which benefit from en suite shower rooms, together with a well-appointed family bathroom. A fifth bedroom offers flexibility as a single room or an ideal study and has a large fitted wardrobe.

To the front, the garden is laid to lawn with attractive borders and a pathway leading to the covered porch and front door. To the side, the driveway provides generous parking and access to a double garage with useful storage above.

The beautifully landscaped rear garden offers several seating and dining areas, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Mature Yews frame the space, complemented by well-stocked borders and a large central lawn.

Directions

Directions (GL54 2QP) From the traffic lights on the Fosseway at the top of Sheep Street in Stow-on-the-Wold, turn left towards Bourton-on-the-Water. At the lights at the bottom of Stow Hill, bear left onto the A424 and continue for approximately three miles. Turn right at the sign for Upper Rissington and follow the road into the village. At the roundabout go straight ahead and take the next left turn. After approximately 100 metres, Sparrows Way will be found on the right-hand side, with the property on the left.

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