Grange Cottage Mill Lane Blockley Gloucestershire GL56 9HT
Grange Cottage Grange Cottage occupies a serene location on the southern edge of Blockley, shared with only a small handful of neighbouring properties, elevated high above a tiny lane that ultimately connects with the village centre, looking out upon a steeply wooded bank of glorious seasonal colour, part of the Mill Dene estate. South facing, this mature three-storey house is of traditional vernacular, constructed of mellow stone with a pitch tiled roof, deep eaves and picture windows. Situated within a profusely stocked gardener s paradise, the property has accommodation arranged over three floors, cleverly reconfigured by the present owners to create a balanced, open and spacious ground floor with a luxurious retreat above, making great use of natural light, the whole beautifully furnished to the highest possible specification, decorated in a palette of warm muted colours and presented in immaculate order throughout. A large and comfortable sitting room with a deep feature bay window looks out over the garden, warmed by a Cotswold stone fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove, walls newly lined with bespoke Cotteswood bookcases. The kitchen / dining room is similarly fitted with a beautiful and generous array of bespoke handmade Cotteswood kitchen units complete with a central island and a Lacanche range cooker. Perfect for informal entertaining, arranged with a table for eight set to one end, also looking out over the garden and views, this has become the heart of the house. Upstairs the bedrooms are all elegantly and classically furnished with ample fitted wardrobes and recessed cupboards, complete with bespoke bathrooms and shower rooms, the whole with a similarly lovely aspect looking out over the garden. The garden is particularly important to us; the grounds had already been professionally landscaped by the previous owner, a very skilled and knowledgeable lady. Although the house was in need of a lot of work that took us about a year to complete - nothing like the brief I had in my mind! - we were immediately and totally captivated by such beautiful surroundings. At every time of year there is a new joy to invite us, something to enhance and embrace the bliss of simply being outside in the fresh country air. The garden has been gently terraced into informally structured rooms complete with arbours, ponds, sheltered contemplative places, sun-filled patios, packed borders of seasonal shrubs, flowering trees including magnolia, cherry, apple, the whole suffused by calming scents, with honeysuckle, roses, clematis in abundance. It s a wonderfully private and calming environment with quiet places to rest and restore the soul, but we spend most of our time with friends in a little stone-walled garden at the top of the plot. This is the warmest and most sheltered place of all, where we can happily turn our faces to the sun all day long. We have permission to put a roof on it but why would we? It s idyllic as it is. From the moment I first came to see the house I was welcomed immediately when I went into the village shop for a cup of coffee. I was keen to get a sense of a place that, despite years spent in the Cotswolds as a young child, I had never visited. I realised that it was a connected and caring community, and we have not been disappointed. We have made so many friends, even having to divide our time equally between here and St Lucia. Now newly retired, we have made the decision to move closer to family but we both wish that we could simply lift the whole place - the house, the garden and the village - and take everything with us, having been so happy here. *
Step inside Grange Cottage The Property Nestled in the centre of a beautifully mature plot, this detached three bedroom home enjoys an attractive open view across the valley to the front and benefits from a tucked away and quiet backwater location. The property is located just a few steps from the sought after and picturesque High Street of Blockley and boasts a beautiful garden containing several attractively presented zones having been designed and created by a locally renowned, award winning garden designer. Accommodation Living room, shower room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, master bedroom with en-suite, family bathroom, two further double bedrooms, two attic space rooms, garage, garden and parking. Location Blockley is a hill village situated approximately three miles north-west of Moreton in Marsh. Local amenities include a village store/coffee shop, a nursery, village halls, church, public house and hotels, bowling green and sports club. The nearest secondary school is at Chipping Campden and Blockley has its own primary school. Directions From Moreton in Marsh proceed out of the town on the A44 towards Broadway, at the top of Bourton on the Hill turn right signposted to Blockley. Upon entering the village take the first left hand turning into School Lane and follow the road around to the left, Grange Cottage will be found on the right 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. 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 2018 Fine & Country Ltd.Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg. No. 3889306. Registered Office: Harrison & Hardie Limited, High Street, Bourton on the Water, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 2AN. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 25.05.2018
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