Shortwood, Stroud, GL6

Rowan House is a charming family home in Shortwood, offering stunning views of Newmarket and easy access to Nailsworth town center. This well-maintained residence provides versatile living spaces perfect for growing families or multi-generational households. The lower ground floor features a private entrance and kitchen, making it ideal for independent living, or even renting out to supplement income. A connecting door and internal staircase allow this space to be integrated into the main home if desired. The main entrance leads to a spacious reception hall with oak flooring, opening onto a cloakroom, family room, formal sitting room, kitchen/dining room, and a guest bedroom with an en-suite shower room. The inviting sitting room boasts a double aspect outlook with a large picture window and a cosy fireplace with wood burner. A second reception room connects to a conservatory, perfect for enjoying the garden. The kitchen/dining room offers stunning views. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, including the master bedroom with custom-built storage. Two bedrooms share a family bathroom, while the other has its own en-suite shower room. The lower ground floor also includes two additional rooms, currently used as a sitting room and bedroom, along with a kitchen and bathroom.

Outside

The driveway leads to a detached double providing parking for up to three cars. The garage, equipped with an electric door power and lighting, offers ample storage space. Adjacent to the garage, you'll find a home office, perfect for those who work remotely. Alternatively, the office could be used as a gym or therapy room. There are landscaped side and rear gardens. The rear garden features a paved patio, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. French doors from the family kitchen open directly onto the patio. Steps down from the patio lead to the independent annexe entrance. The side garden is enclosed by railings and fencing and features a lawn and raised flower beds, providing a safe and enjoyable play area for children. Accessed from the lower ground floor/annexe is a decked seating terrace.

Situation

Nestled in the picturesque village of Shortwood, just a short distance from the vibrant market town of Nailsworth. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Nailsworth offers a delightful mix of independent shops, restaurants, and amenities, including the renowned William's Food Hall and Hobbs bakery. There are local primary schools in Nailsworth and Horsley. Rowan House also provides easy access to major towns and routes via the A46. Stroud, offers a wider range of educational, shopping, and leisure facilities, including Stroud High and Marling Grammar schools and the renowned weekly Farmer's Market. For independent school options, The Acorn School in Nailsworth, Beaudesert Park School on Minchinhampton Common, and Wycliffe College in Stonehouse are nearby. Commuters will appreciate the convenience of Stroud and Kemble Railway stations, offering direct services to London (Paddington).