£1,500,000 /Sale price

The Property:Bulk Farm is an exceptional stone-built Grade II listed property, being sold by the Ozleworth Estate. Situated in one of the most beautiful and unspoilt southern pockets of the Cotswolds with views down to the lake, it is believed to have origins from the 18th century with later 19th century additions, at a time thought to be a school. Bulk Farm was extended again around 15 years ago and is a true hidden gem, which enjoys breathtaking open countryside views and complete rural tranquillity.The house offers wonderfully proportioned and practical living space, rarely found in period homes. Arranged over three floors, the accommodation includes six bedrooms and three bathrooms, with surprisingly high ceilings and a wealth of original character features.The ground floor features three elegant reception rooms, a study, a spacious farmhouse kitchen, utility/boot room, and a family area that flows on to the beautifully landscaped gardens. The first floor has four bedrooms with a good-sized principal suite; one has the potential to be adapted to be a dressing room for the principal bedroom. On the second floor are two good-sized attic bedrooms. This is a property that combines timeless charm with a layout that supports modern, practical life.Gardens and Grounds:Accessed via a quiet lane off Blacksmith Hill, the property is approached by a private drive passing a detached garage, with ample parking available. A pretty lawned garden sits at the front of the house, while a large, secluded stone terrace lies to the rear, perfect for outdoor entertaining and enjoying the surrounding landscape. The gardens are enclosed mainly by a high stone wall, with mature trees and well-established borders enhancing the feeling of privacy. Every aspect of the garden benefits from the stunning rural views that define this truly idyllic location.The property also includes an attractive stone stable block, which, subject to the necessary consents, offers potential for conversion into additional accommodation. A separate detached garage block provides further flexibility and storage.Services: Oil-fired heating, private drainage, borehole and mains electricity.Bulk Farm is situated between the picturesque villages of Alderley and Ozleworth, within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The charming market towns of Wotton-under-Edge (2 miles) and Tetbury (10 miles) provide a full range of local amenities, shops, and services. Junction 18 M4 and Junction 14 M5 are about a 20 minutes drive away. There are direct rail services to London Paddington from Kemble, Stroud or Bristol. The area is renowned for excellent schooling options, including: Private schools: Beaudesert Park, Westonbirt, and Wycliffe Grammar schools: Stroud High, Marling, Pate's Grammar School and Katharine Lady Berkeley's School.There are golf courses at Cotswold Edge and Minchinhampton, horse racing at Cheltenham and Bath, and polo at Westonbirt and Cirencester Park. The nearby Newark Park, a popular National Trust property, and the Cotswold Way offer countless opportunities for walking and exploration. Many excellent pubs and eateries are nearby, such as Calcot Manor and Spa, Williams Kitchen, and Wotton Farm Shop.Distances: Wotton-under-Edge 3 miles Tetbury 9.5 miles Stroud 12 miles Malmesbury 14 miles Cirencester 20 miles Bristol 24 miles Cheltenham 27 miles Bath 27 miles (All distances are approximate).