Location

Stanton is widely regarded as one of the most charming villages in the North Cotswolds lying within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village has an inn, cricket ground, village hall and fine parish church. Everyday amenities can be found in Broadway and more comprehensive facilities in Cheltenham. Stanton is conveniently located near the A44 offering good access to London via the M40 and is just nine miles from the M5, connecting it to the West Country and Birmingham. There is a mainline train service at Moreton-in-Marsh, to London Paddington. Racing is at Cheltenham, Stratford and Warwick and there is an equestrian livery yard in the village. Some of the best schools in the country for boys and girls are found in nearby Cheltenham and Malvern. There are theatres at Stratford, Cheltenham and Oxford.

The surrounding countryside offers a number of attractive walks and rides. The Cotswold wool trade brought immense wealth to the region enabling landowners and merchants to build distinctive homes using local Cotswold stone. Many of these homes still stand today, contributing to the region’s charm.

Description

Built in 1970, The Sheppey is a substantial and beautifully presented detached village home, offering a wealth of space across three floors. The property has been thoughtfully extended over time and is uniquely designed with a split-level layout to embrace the natural contours of the site. This ingenious design maximizes the space while creating an elegant flow between levels.

With stunning rural views, the property enjoys a tranquil and picturesque setting, where the landscape unfolds before you. The interior is immaculately presented, combining both traditional charm and modern convenience, providing the perfect environment for family living and entertaining.

Upon entering, a welcoming hall provides access to two bedrooms and a cloakroom. Stairs rise to the first floor, where the principal living spaces are located. At the heart of the home is an excellent kitchen with a range of fitted cabinets, with an adjoining utility room. Doors lead from the kitchen to one of the garden terraces. The sitting room features double doors that open onto a large balcony, while the dining room, an expansive drawing room, and a conservatory offer versatile spaces for entertaining and relaxation. The first floor includes two bedrooms, one of which boasts a dressing room. On the second floor are two additional bedrooms. Five bedrooms have en suite bathrooms whilst the sixth bedroom has an en suite shower room.

The mature gardens and grounds, which extend to about 1.58 acres, are full of interest. The property is approached via a private driveway which meanders through the grounds to a turning circle to the front of the house. Mature hedging borders the gardens to one side and trees to the other. The terraces are ideal places for enjoying the fabulous views. The garden is divided into different areas with mature lawns, specimen trees and an orchard.
There is garaging for four vehicles.

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