Location

Bourton-on-the-Water provides for every day amenities including a Post Office, cash points, library, shops and restaurants. There are further amenities in nearby Stow-on-the-Wold. 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.

There is an excellent range of private and state schools in the area including Kitebrook at Moreton-in-Marsh, Cheltenham College and Cheltenham Ladies College in Cheltenham and an excellent range of schools in and around Oxford. The Cotswold School, which achieved academy status in 2010, is situated in Bourton-on-the-Water and its’ outstanding academic reputation attracts students from across the Cotswolds.

Sporting opportunities in the area include hunting, fishing and shooting. There are golf courses at Naunton Downs, Burford and Lyneham and National Hunt Racing at Stratford-upon-Avon and Cheltenham. There are fine local walks via an abundance of bridleways and footpaths for the horse riding and walking enthusiast.
Oxford and London are accessible via the A44/M40 or the mainline stations at Kingham and Moreton-in-Marsh serving Oxford, London/Paddington and the Midlands.

Description

Well Cottage is an immaculately presented, characterful stone semi-detached property offering generous and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors. Thoughtfully decorated throughout in calm, contemporary tones, the house combines modern comfort with timeless charm. Well Cottage is located in the centre of Bourton-on-the-Water and ideally situated to enjoy all the village has to offer.

The ground floor boasts three spacious and well-proportioned reception rooms, ideal for both family living and entertaining. At the front, the inviting sitting room features a wood-burning stove, creating a warm and cosy focal point. This flows seamlessly into the elegant dining room, which in turn opens to a light-filled family room with French doors leading to the west-facing garden, perfect for enjoying afternoon sun. The stylish kitchen is fitted with an excellent range of contemporary cabinets and integrated appliances, complemented by a breakfast bar for casual dining. An inner hall provides access to a generous utility room and a convenient WC.

Upstairs, you will find three generously sized bedrooms, two of which benefit from en suite bathrooms, offering privacy and comfort. A well-appointed shower room serves the remaining bedroom. Bedroom three is accessed through a good-sized room which could be used for a variety of uses.

To the front of the property, a paved driveway leads to a garage, providing ample parking. The principal garden lies to the rear and is mainly laid to lawn, framed by mature hedging and specimen trees for privacy and greenery. A paved terrace adjacent to the house offers an ideal spot for outdoor dining and relaxation. At the far end of the garage, a timber summerhouse presents exciting potential for a home office, studio, or leisure space, alongside a useful timber shed for storage.

Well Cottage has successfully operated as a holiday let for several years, making it an attractive option for those seeking a lifestyle investment or a beautiful family home in a desirable location.

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