3 bedroom house for sale

Overview

OutsideThe Farthings is accessed via a shared driveway over a cattle grid, which leads along a drive to a gated parking area

A detached house with annexe potential within a delightful Cotswold village on the edge of the Cotswold Water Park. DescriptionThis detached house, tucked away in a quiet position within a short distance of the village centre, was built by the vendor and has been a much loved family home for almost 60 years. The plot was formerly the orchard for the neighbouring property and was purchased by the vendor at auction in 1965; over the years it has been well maintained and the gardens have been beautifully landscaped by the vendors themselves it's a very special home in a lovely setting. Internally the property is somewhat dated and offers fantastic potential for improvement and modernisation. Much of the interior is original from when the house was built, and there are some lovely character features such as a wood burning stove in the sitting room, parquet flooring in the entrance hall and sitting room, and 'chequerboard' tiled flooring in the kitchen. The house feels bright and airy, with tall windows and high ceilings offering excellent natural light. There's a sitting room leading to a conservatory, a study which would also make a great snug or playroom, a cloakroom with WC and an open plan kitchen and dining room with triple aspect and an adjoining utility room. Upstairs there are three good-size double bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate WC. OutsideThe Farthings is accessed via a shared driveway over a cattle grid, which leads along a drive to a gated parking area. A detached coach house has garaging and stables, and offers fantastic potential for partial or full conversion to an annexe, subject to permissions it's a charming building that provides a lovely first impression. The house is immersed in tranquil and beautifully landscaped gardens, with mature trees and shrubs throughout and flowerbeds filled with a variety of vibrant blooms. The vendors have planted redcurrants, gooseberries, raspberries and a selection of herbs, and trees include apple, greengage, damson, fig, Mirabelle plum and walnut. There are three ponds one adjoining the terrace by the house, and larger ponds adjoining the lawn and a number of spaces to sit and enjoy the outside space. In total about 0.6 acres.LocationSouth Cerney is a delightful Cotswolds village situated five miles south of Cirencester, with pubs, a Co-op convenience store, village hall, dental clinic and a primary school. Cirencester and Swindon, the two major towns in the area, are both within easy driving distance and provide comprehensive but differing shopping, commercial and recreational amenities including superstores. The village is also situated in the Cotswold Water Park providing water sports, walking, cycling, riding and golf opportunities. There are leisure centres in Cirencester and Cricklade.Communications are first class with a direct service from Kemble (about four miles) to London Paddington taking approximately 80 minutes. Both the M4 and M5 are easily accessible via the A417/419 dual carriageways.The local area has a wide selection of highly regarded schools in both the public and private sectors and the property is within the catchment for both Kingshill and Deer Park Schools in Cirencester. Private schools include Hatherop Castle, Rendcomb College, Prior Park in Cricklade as well as the schools and colleges in Cheltenham. Acreage: 0.6 AcresDirectionsFrom Cirencester, proceed south out of town via the Kingsmeadow roundabout and take the A419 heading south. At the roundabout, take the third exit back onto the A419 and then take the first turning towards Preston Mill. Follow the road for nearly two miles and enter South Cerney via Silver Street; the entrance to the property will be on the right-hand side. W3W///multiples.coaching.float Additional InfoMains water, electricity and drainage. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cirencester-d197125/for-sale_i71375151

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