Location

Evenlode is a prime picturesque Cotswold village between the market towns of Moreton-in-Marsh, Stow on the Wold and Chipping Norton. The larger economic and cultural centres of Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford are all within easy reach. Close at hand is the increasingly popular Daylesford Farm Shop and Spa (three miles) and Soho Farmhouse (16 miles) all of which have assisted in making this pretty village so desirable. There are a variety of schools nearby. With Kingham and Bledington Primary Schools both being OFSTED Outstanding and the Cotswold School in Bourton on the Water was awarded `The Sunday Times Comprehensive School of the Year` in 2016. There are a variety of private schools nearby such as Kitebrook and Kingham Hill. Communication links are good with a regular main line rail service running from Moreton-in-Marsh to Worcester, Oxford and London Paddington. Heathrow is 75 miles away and Birmingham Airport is 42 miles away. Sporting and leisure activities in the area include racing at Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon. Polo at Kirtlington and Cirencester Park. Golf at Broadway, Naunton, Tadmarton and Chipping Norton. Theatres in Oxford, Cheltenham and Stratford-upon-Avon. The Cotswolds’ year is packed with events ranging from world famous international festivals like Cheltenham Literature Festival and Cheltenham Gold Cup Week to major musical events such as the Wilderness Festival and the Big Feastival, as well as a jam-packed events calendar featuring concerts, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals and theatrical productions.

Description

Nestled on the edge of the highly sought-after village of Evenlode, Two Stones is a truly exceptional home. Set amidst five acres of land, this charming property boasts breath-taking views over the picturesque Evenlode Valley. Adjacent to the historic 12th-century Church of St Edward King and Martyr, Two Stones offers peace, privacy, and a rich history. Originally believed to be a two-room Priest’s house dating back to the 12th century, Two Stones has gradually expanded and evolved into a spacious home with a self-contained cottage, offering great flexibility and potential. The spacious layout offers a blend of traditional charm and modern comforts, making it ideal for family life and entertaining. The entrance hall leads to a lovely sitting room and a formal dining room, both with wonderful exposed beams and stone fireplaces housing a wood burning stove. There is also gents’ study and useful utility room. At the heart of the home is the spectacular kitchen/family room with bespoke cabinets, ample work surfaces, and modern amenities, including an electric fire oven Aga and induction cooker, making it a chef’s paradise. The kitchen is filled with natural light and features a cosy sitting area with a contemporary wood burning stove. Double glass doors open onto a west-facing terrace with an ancient pear tree, creating an ideal space for al fresco dining and relaxation. There are three excellent rooms, and a well-appointed family shower room. Bedroom four is situated on the second floor. The self-contained one-bedroom cottage is ideal for guests, staff, or as a private office. There is potential to convert this cottage into two bedrooms, providing further living space as needed.

There is about five acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with herbaceous borders, ancient fruit trees, an orchard, and native trees lining two sides of the property. Enjoy stunning views of the garden and surrounding countryside from the generous terrace, a wonderful space for entertaining and family gatherings. A range of stables and outbuildings provide ample space for storage, hobbies, or potential further development (subject to the usual consents). The property is accessed via a private drive, with ample parking space for up to 10 cars.