Evenlode, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56

A substantial and stylish detached village house with secondary accommodation in a highly desirable village.

Description

Situated within the Conservation Area in the highly desirable village of Evenlode, Friars Garth is an extremely stylish detached property with superbly presented accommodation.

The property is believed to date from the 19th century and was most recently refurbished in 2012 by the current owners. The sitting room is comprised of two zones, one centred around a handsome stone fireplace and the other featuring attractive faux bookcases with disguised doors leading to a utility room and staircase rising to an en suite bedroom. A door from the sitting room opens to a hallway where steps lead to a beautifully appointed bespoke kitchen which is fitted with an excellent range of units and a large island unit. There is plenty of room for a large table and chairs. Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom. There are three well-proportioned double bedrooms, all of which have luxurious en suites.

A particular feature of the property is the fabulous detached annexe. At the centre is the party barn comprising a bespoke kitchen sitting/dining room. At either end of the annexe is an en suite bedroom. Adjoining the party barn is a paved terrace and all-weather stone pizza oven built by a specialist firm from Puglia with stone entertaining bar. There is a detached home office which could be used as a games room or den if so desired.

The enclosed gardens are mature and mainly laid to lawn with specimen trees and shrubs. Paved terraces provide a choice of places to enjoy the sunshine and summer dining. A quirky aspect of the gardens is the al fresco copper bath and shower. There is a garage and a substantial gravelled area provides ample parking for several vehicles.

Location

Evenlode is a prime picturesque Cotswold village between the market towns of Moreton-in-Marsh, Stow on the Wold and Chipping Norton. The larger economic and cultural centres of Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford are all within easy reach. Close at hand is the increasingly popular Daylesford Farm Shop and Spa (three miles) and Soho Farmhouse (16 miles) all of which have assisted in making this pretty village so desirable.

There are a variety of schools nearby. With Kingham and Bledington Primary Schools both being OFSTED Outstanding and the Cotswold School in Bourton on the Water was awarded `The Sunday Times Comprehensive School of the Year` in 2016. There are a variety of private schools nearby such as Kitebrook and Kingham Hill.

Communication links are good with a regular main line rail service running from Moreton-in-Marsh to Worcester, Oxford and London Paddington. Heathrow is 75 miles away and Birmingham Airport is 42 miles away. Sporting and leisure activities in the area include racing at Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon. Polo at Kirtlington and Cirencester Park. Golf at Broadway, Naunton, Tadmarton and Chipping Norton. Theatres in Oxford, Cheltenham and Stratford-upon-Avon.

The Cotswolds’ year is packed with events ranging from world famous international festivals like Cheltenham Literature Festival and Cheltenham Gold Cup Week to major musical events such as the Wilderness Festival and the Big Feastival, as well as a jam-packed events calendar featuring concerts, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals and theatrical productions.

Square Footage: 3,769 sq ft


Acreage: 0.88 Acres

Directions

From Stow-on-the-Wold; head north on the A429 and turn right after approximately half a mile signposted to Broadwell and Evenlode. Proceed through Broadwell, bearing to the right at the village green and then take the left turn signposted to Evenlode. Proceed for approximately two miles until reaching the village. Friars Garth will be found next to the Church.

Additional Info

Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating. Landline subject to BT transfer regulations.

Cotswold District Council, tel: . Council Tax Band G.

Viewings strictly by accompanied appointment with Savills Stow-on-the- Wold tel: or Savills Country House Department tel: .

Photographs taken: September 2023. Particulars prepared: September 2023.