Duntisbourne Abbots, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7

An attractive, extensively improved detached family home in a highly sought-after position.

Description

Situated in one of the most sought-after villages of ‘the Duntisbournes’, five miles from the market town of Cirencester and half a mile from the A417 for easy transport links, this detached home is perfectly equipped for family life. The house is situated on the northern edge of the village, within easy reach of the village centre and with excellent access to footpaths on the doorstep. Langate is a modern construction, believed to have been built in the 1970s, yet its honey-coloured stone ensures it blends well with the older properties of the village. The house is beautifully presented in an elegant, country-inspired design, featuring heritage colours and natural materials – it’s just as attractive inside as it is out. The vendors, who have lived here for 20 years, have made a number of improvements including new floors, ceilings, windows and doors replaced in 2021, new bifold doors and a chimney, plus a bespoke hand-built kitchen. The latter is traditionally appointed with shaker-style cabinets, wood and quartz work surfaces and an AGA range stove, plus a number of built-in appliances.

The accommodation is well laid out and feels very spacious, with the large windows providing excellent natural light. There is a large reception room with wood burning stove – perfect for entertaining – plus a separate snug and an office. The kitchen and dining room are open plan, and there’s a utility room for laundry machines, plus internal access to the garage where there is an additional utility area. Upstairs the principal bedroom is an excellent size and has an en suite shower room, and there are two further double bedrooms and a single bedroom which share a family bathroom.

Outside
Langate is set back from the road behind a gated gravel driveway, which offers ample parking and access to the attached garage. The gardens have been beautifully maintained and are landscaped with a variety of different shrubs and bedding plants, within deep borders offering layers of colour and texture. The lawned garden to the front is slightly elevated and enclosed by mature trees, making it feel very private; towards the rear there is a shed, greenhouse and a seating area which is angled to catch the sun. To the rear of the ouse there is a gravelled courtyard-style garden with shrub and herb beds, which is the ideal spot for entertaining alfresco.

Location

Duntisbourne Abbots is accessed via quiet country lanes, which meander through some of the Cotswolds’ prettiest countryside. The village is five miles from the market town of Cirencester, which has superstore shopping, independent boutiques and a thriving market square which hosts a variety of markets throughout the month. More extensive shopping, including department stores and high street names, can be found in Cheltenham and Bristol.

There is an extensive choice of private schools in the area include Beaudesert Park at Minchinhampton, Rendcomb College, Westonbirt, Cheltenham College and Cheltenham Ladies College. Top ranking Pate’s Grammar School in Cheltenham is also very convenient.

Sporting and recreational pursuits include National Hunt racing at Cheltenham and highly regarded polo clubs at Longdole, Cirencester Park and The Beaufort at Westonbirt. Nearby Rectory Farm and Top Barn offer extensive equestrian opportunities from tuition and livery to a variety of competitive events. There is an abundance of field sports opportunities locally, including hunting with the VWH and Cotswold hunts. The undulating countryside also lends itself well to some top-class shooting. There are a variety of nearby golf courses from which to choose. The surrounding countryside offers many excellent rides and walks directly accessible from the property.

There is easy access to the A417 dual carriageway, linking with Junction 15 of the M4 at Swindon and Junction 11A of the M5 at Gloucester. Direct rail services to London Paddington from Kemble Station (about nine miles), scheduled to take from 74 minutes, and Swindon (about 20 miles), from 55 minutes.





Directions

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From Cirencester, join the A417 north via Stratton and continue for about two miles. Take the exit signposted Duntisbourne Abbots and continue towards the village, passing the entrance to Rectory Farm Arena on the right-hand side. The property will be on the right-hand side after approximately 300 metres.

Additional Info

Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil-fired central heating.