Spring Waters 4 Chantry Gardens Bourton on the Hill Gloucestershire GL56 9AP

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1 Spring Waters 4 Chantry Gardens Bourton on the Hill Gloucestershire GL56 9AP

3 Spring Waters Driving up through this picturesque hill village you will miss Chantry Gardens entirely unless you are in the know. Tucked away at the end of a secluded and peaceful no-through lane are four architect-designed Cotswold stone properties, sitting at the very top of the rise, tranquilly located within the splendid grounds of a former ancient Chantry House. First on the approach into the close, with pretty views to the lane and surrounding countryside, Spring Waters is traditionally fitted and finished to an exacting standard throughout. A neatly planted frontage provides ample parking within a plot that used once to be the kitchen garden to the Chantry House. Given the natural privacy of its surroundings, this property is particularly suited to a professional couple or as a second home - ideal as a lock up and leave but equally, given the generosity of its accommodation, a sophisticated family home which is offered with no onward chain. An elegant hallway leads off to each of the principal rooms. The piece de resistance is undoubtedly a graciously proportioned formal sitting room complete with Cotswold stone fireplace. What catches the eye instantly here are the far-reaching views, elevated above the garden, looking over a surrounding copse of mature trees and traditional stone rooftops to frame a wide stretch of distant hills and countryside. A large dining room and generously fitted kitchen / breakfast room plus a separate utility and ground floor cloakroom are entirely sufficient for the needs of day-to-day family life but with integral access to the double garage further living space could perhaps be achieved, subject to the necessary consents. Upstairs, four generous double bedrooms are served by a family shower room and bathroom. The master bedroom is particularly attractive and luxurious being split-level, furnished with a capacious run of fitted wardrobes and its own bathroom. This and the adjacent guest room enjoy the very best of the farreaching views. The sitting room and my bedroom are my favourite rooms in the house, says the owner, who has lived here for almost twenty years. There s nothing to disturb, save for birdsong during the day and the continuous murmur of the stream below. I find the garden a very calming and healing space too, and love to spend as much time as possible outside. Of many beautiful features in this inspired development perhaps one of the most charming is the capture of a spring-fed stream, cleverly landscaped to run through each garden in turn before continuing its natural descent (and hence the moniker of this classically modern home) eventually into the River Thames. As such, Spring Waters benefits from a particularly private and peaceful location situated within the walled boundary of the old Chantry. Initially laid to broad paved terraces purposely designed to catch the best of the sun, the rear garden is mainly laid to an immaculate elliptical lawn bordered by a profusion of mature plants and specimen trees, the whole gently sloping down to the stream positioned in the far corner of the garden - shaded and cool, a place of zen-like meditative calm. Somewhere simply to rest and relax, a rare commodity in a busy world this wonderful property is perfect for anyone seeking a retreat from city life whilst being within a stone s throw of the direct train line back into London, says Karen Harrison of Fine & Country North Cotswolds. Whilst immaculately presented, given its archetypal stone construction and exquisite location, it could benefit from an imaginative interior re-design. To inject a more contemporary but rural feel throughout, this eminently desirable look could be achieved very simply by taking out all the sleek linear cupboards and fitted wardrobes, replacing instead with painted, traditional free-standing furniture including a farmhouse-style unfitted kitchen. Admittedly, no proper country home is truly complete without an Aga and a wood-burning stove and these two items would cost a little more to install, however the impact would be immediately rewarding not only in the quality of day-to-day life offered by such an inherently beautiful home but also in likely re-sale value. To arrange a viewing, strictly by prior appointment, please contact the Moreton in Marsh offices of Harrison James & Hardie Fine & Country North Cotswolds on

Spring Waters The Property A fantastic opportunity to purchase a substantial detached Cotswold stone four bedroom property, located in the popular village of Bourton on the Hill and enjoying

Situated in a tucked away position the property boasts a pretty and private garden, which features a beautiful spring fed brook, and also benefits from an integral double garage and off road parking.

family bathroom. Location The attractive hillside village of Bourton on the Hill presides over the local Cotswold landscape and is located approximately two miles from thriving Moreton in Marsh.

6 Spring Waters The Property A fantastic opportunity to purchase a substantial detached Cotswold stone four bedroom property, located in the popular village of Bourton on the Hill and enjoying beautiful views across the village and countryside beyond. Situated in a tucked away position the property boasts a pretty and private garden, which features a beautiful spring fed brook, and also benefits from an integral double garage and off road parking. Accommodation Entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, dining room, utility room, WC, master bedroom with en-suite, three further double bedrooms (all with built in wardrobes), and a family bathroom. Location The attractive hillside village of Bourton on the Hill presides over the local Cotswold landscape and is located approximately two miles from thriving Moreton in Marsh. Predominantly consisting of a host of 17th and 18th Century cottages, the village also houses a beautiful 12th Century church and popular public house (The Horse and Groom). Nearby attractions include Batsford Arboretum (one of the country s most impressive botanical collections) whilst neighbouring Moreton in Marsh benefits from a train station which provides direct lines to London Paddington, Oxford and Worcester. Directions From Moreton in Marsh, take the A44 signposted towards Evesham. Follow this road, leaving the town, and proceed into Bourton on the Hill. Continue up the hill, and take the second left hand turning. The entrance to Chantry Gardens will be found on the left hand side, identified by our For Sale board.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on.

Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.

7 Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright 2017 Fine & Country Ltd.Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg. No Registered Office: Harrison & Hardie Limited, High Street, Bourton on the Water, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 2AN. Printed

Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)1608 651000 tom@harrisonjameshardie.

8 Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0) High Street, Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire GL56 0AF

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