Lower Slaughter, Cheltenham, Cotswold, GL54

A Grade II listed Cotswold stone cottage in the sought after village of Lower Slaughter

Description

Built in the 19th century, Riverside Cottage is a beautifully presented period Cotswolds stone cottage located in one of the Cotswolds most sought after villages, Lower Slaughter. The property enjoys beautiful views over the River Eye and the picturesque village setting, and has an abundance of period features such as open fireplaces, exposed timber flooring, beams and exposed Cotswold stone. The beautifully presented accommodation is set out over three floors.

The front door opens into a characterful sitting/dining room with an open fireplace and exposed stone. A window seat provides the perfect location for enjoying the view. The kitchen completes the ground floor with traditional units and an Everhot Cooker.

On the first floor is a double bedroom with feature fireplace, and a family bathroom. Bedroom two is located on the second floor, another double with a built in wardrobe.

Outside, the courtyard garden provides the perfect spot for breakfast or an evening drink after exploring the wonderful Cotswolds surrounds.

Riverside Cottage has been a very successful holiday cottage and will appeal to buyers looking for an investment property or weekend retreat.

Location

Lower Slaughter is a highly regarded and picturesque Cotswold village situated in the Windrush Valley within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Indeed this part of the Cotswolds possesses some of the most beautiful and unspoilt countryside in the whole of Gloucestershire. The village is characterized by its pretty, honey-coloured limestone cottages and houses. Many of these front the river Eye which meanders through the village and can be crossed by two small bridges. As well as the 18th Century Manor House Hotel there is also a Parish Church, village hall and converted mill with original water wheel and now selling crafts. Bourton-on-the-Water is about a mile away and provides everyday shops and services. A little further away is the historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold which provides many specialist shops arranged around its central square. A Tesco store is located on the edge of the town. The Daylesford organic and lifestyle shop is located in Kingham.
The Roman Fosse Way provides direct access to the Midlands and south to Cirencester. The A40 links Cheltenham to Oxford and then joins the M40 at Junction 8. For the London commuter there are regular trains from Kingham Station to London Paddington which takes about 90 minutes.

Recreational opportunities include golf at Burford, Naunton Downs and Broadway, polo at Cirencester Park; racing at Cheltenham, Warwick and Stratford; sailing at the Cotswold Water Park and boating on the River Thames. There are a number of excellent walks in the area including the Gloucestershire Way. There is a wide choice of excellent schools in the area including Kingham, Kitebrook, Hatherop Castle, Rendcomb, as well as the schools and colleges in Oxford and Cheltenham.

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, Cornbury Festival or the Big Feastival, as well as a jam-packed events calendar featuring concerts, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals and theatrical productions.

Square Footage: 749 sq ft



Directions

From Stow-on-the-Wold proceed down the hill and through the lights, proceeding along the Fosse Way (A429) for approximately 2.8 miles. Take the right hand turn signed ‘The Slaughters’, continuing into the village. Turn left at the signpost for ‘Upper Slaughter/The Mill Museum’, taking the immediate right hand turn down the no through road. The property is pedestrian access only and found approximately 110 m along the lane, on the right hand side.

Additional Info

Agents Note – Please note the neighbouring property has a right of way across the rear garden to side gate.

Services – mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating.

Tenure - Freehold

Local Authority – Cotswold District Council. Telephone . Council Tax is not applicable as Business Rates apply.

Viewing - Strictly by appointment through Savills.

Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way - The property is sold subject to the benefit of all rights including rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and any other rights and obligations, easements and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether referred to in the Conditions of Sale, or not.

Date of Information – Photographs taken June 2024, Particulars prepared June 2024.