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5 bedroom detached house
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Cirencester - Cirencester is an historic Roman town which became an important centre for the wool trade in medieval times. Today it is a thriving market town. The property occupies a desirable situation. Shopping in Cirencester is highly regarded, off the main streets there are many interesting back lanes with specialist shops, particularly Black Jack Street. On the outskirts of the town are two supermarkets (Waitrose and Tesco) as well as a Hospital. A new Leisure Centre was opened in 2006 and one of the oldest open-air pools in the country is a short walk. A gate to the 2500 acre Cirencester Park, belonging to the Bathurst family and open during the day, is also a short walk off Cecily Hill. Many concerts are given in the Church and there are talented local choirs and amateur dramatic groups. Within about half an hour's drive are the towns of Cheltenham, Gloucester and Swindon. Bath, Oxford and Stratford are about an hour by car, with superb cultural and recreational facilities. Private and State schools in the area are excellent.
Amenities - London Road is a much sought-after location due to its proximity to the town centre which is within walking distance. Cirencester is deservedly known as the "Capital of the Cotswolds" and is extremely accessible, being at the intersection of the Fosse Way and Ermin Way. The latter provides virtual dual carriage access to both the M4 at Swindon and the M5 at Gloucester/Cheltenham. There is a fast and regular Great Western Train service from Kemble (about 3.5 miles) to London Paddington which takes approximately 75 minutes with stops at Swindon, Didcot and Reading
Description - Southbury sits proudly within the centre of its plot basking in sunshine taking full advantage of the southerly facing aspect, entrance door leads to a large hallway with attractive period staircase leading to the first floor accommodation. To the side there is a formal lounge which benefits from a dual aspect with feature splay bay window to the side aspect, period stripped wood floor boards and attractive stone fireplace with mantle, hearth and fitted multi fuel burner. The present vendors have created a large and open family living space encompassing kitchen/dining/family room with flagstone floor throughout. The kitchen area is well fitted with a comprehensive range of contemporary style farmhouse units focused around a stunning four oven Aga complete with hot plates. There is also a selection of eye level conventional ovens and integral dishwasher, extensive Granite work surfaces and large Butler sink with mixer tap attachment. A highly pleasing and popular aspect of this space is the walk-in larder and the ample room for large American style fridge/freezer. The dining area is open plan giving good space for a large dining table and opens onto further family snug allowing for soft furnishings and media with a large splay bay window to the garden. Opening to side allows access to the Garden room/Conservatory which offers direct access to entertainment deck and family gardens. To the rear elevation there is a good sized study which could also be used as a bedroom if required as there is a modern shower room located to the side. An essential for a family home is a large utility room which offers storage and housing for white goods as well as back door great for muddy dogs and family members. To the first floor there are a selection of five bedrooms all serviced by two separate high specification family bathrooms offering a great deal of flexibility with day to day living. The property is warmed by a gas fired heating system with some rooms benefiting from under floor heating to the ground floor, there is a series of sympathetic double glazed windows and a good selection of storage space on all floors. The house could be further extended to first or ground floor subject to planning permission from the local planning office.
Outside - Southbury occupies a secluded and sunny corner siting proudly in a central position to take full advantage of the sunny aspect. The gardens are laid to lawn and provide a safe and secure environment for small animals or young children an ideal family garden. To the south side of the house there is a large open decked area for outside dining in the summer months with direct access to the main lawn. The gravelled entrance to the property encompasses good parking for four vehicles in front of the fence line and with access via high double gates to the further gravelled parking area in front of the large double garage which is located to one corner of the plot. To the side and rear of the garages there is ample parking for a boat or motorhome a useful and practical feature.
Detached Double Garage - There is a detached double garage located to one corner of the plot with secure parking to front.
Services - The property is connected to all mains services including Gas, Electric, and mains drainage.
We are informed by the vendor that the internet speed is approx 50/60 meg
Council Tax Band for the property is Band F
Local council is Cotswold District Council[use Contact Agent Button]
Viewing - Call Matthew Fuller of Cain & Fuller the vendors sole agent to set up a viewing.
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Tenure - The property is FREEHOLD
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