Overview:

Location: Coln St Dennis

Living spaces: 5 

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 3

Location:

Tallat Steps is situated in the heart of the quaint village of Coln St Dennis on the River Coln. This quintessential village forms part of the parish that includes the village of Coln Rogers and the hamlets of Calcot, Fossebridge and Winson.

The house is superbly located with wonderful country walks on the doorstep and is only a few miles from Northleach, a beautiful and vibrant historic town with a superb variety of independent shops. The town also benefits from a doctor’s surgery, junior school, nursery, tennis courts, a playground, a magnificent medieval church and the renowned Wheatsheaf Inn - a fabulous gastro pub.

One is spoilt for choice with the fantastic selection of idyllic Cotswold villages and towns which are only a short drive away such as Stow-On-The-Wold or Burford which offer various weekly markets and attractions such as the Burford Garden Centre and The Cotswold Wildlife Park.

Daylesford Organic Farm Shop, 15 miles away, is set in enchanting grounds and has a superb restaurant and deli to suit all taste buds. A little further afield is Soho Farmhouse, the spectacular members club set in 100 acres of stunning Oxfordshire Countryside.

Known as the “Capital of the Cotswolds”, Cirencester to the south is a hub of vibrant cultural life known for its beautiful limestone townhouses, exciting boutiques, restaurants, a handy Waitrose, cafes and twice weekly markets.

Cheltenham only a short drive west offers excellent shopping and dining and is also host to fabulous literary, jazz and food festivals, and of course, horse racing.

Sporting opportunities are abundant with nearby golf courses in Cheltenham, Baunton, Minchinhampton and Naunton; bridle paths are plentiful; sailing and water sports can be enjoyed at the Cotswold Water Park.

The area offers an excellent choice of schooling, including The Cotswold School, Deer Park, Hatherop Castle, Kings Hills, Kitebrook, Cheltenham Colleges, Rendcomb, Pate’s and Marling to name but a few.

Communications in the area are excellent with high-speed internet and easy access to major hubs and international airports in the South West, the Midlands and London, via the M4 and M5 motorways and well-connected direct train services.

Northleach 3 miles - Cirencester 8 miles - Burford 11 miles - Stow-on-the-Wold 12 miles - Cheltenham 15 miles - Kingham 17 miles (direct train to London Paddington 85 minutes) - Oxford 30 miles

Description:

Tallat Steps is a superb country house with excellent scope for modernisation. Having been in the same ownership for almost three decades, the house is now ready for a new lease of life and offers the new purchaser a wonderful opportunity to create a very special contemporary home in a wonderful setting. The reception rooms are beautifully proportioned with generous living spaces and cosy corners. The house is bright and light with an abundance of charm and character throughout.

The kitchen is clearly the heart of the house and a wonderful room in which to entertain family and friends. French doors lead to the terrace and garden. The dining room comes into its own for more formal dining and festive gatherings. The sitting room, with open fireplace, and the drawing room, with wood burner, are ideal for relaxing afternoons with a good book and family movie nights. The study is perfect as a home office. There is also a bedroom and a bathroom on the ground floor. The utility keeps the piles of washing hidden away and the boot room comes in handy for muddy wellies after a long country walk.

Upstairs, the first floor comprises the master bedroom with en suite bathroom. There are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom. The bedrooms are well-proportioned and offer ample discreet storage with views over the village and countryside.

Outside the garden, predominantly laid to lawn and interspersed with a variety of specimen trees, is an enchanting spot in which to relax and enjoy the magical setting. The terrace is ideal for al fresco dining and summer BBQs. There is a spring fed pond and a fresh water stream which runs through the grounds. The garage offers covered parking. There is plenty of further parking on the gravel driveway.

Set in circa 3.25 acres.

Vendors' thoughts: "Tallet Steps has been a happy home for the family for many years now. It has been wonderful for the children growing up to be able to play freely in the garden and fields. The village and surrounding countryside are magical and it's a great location for exploring the Cotswolds and spending weekends in the countryside away from the hustle and bustle of the city."

In a nutshell: A beautiful Cotswold home with scope for modernisation in a superb setting.

Council Tax Band G and EPC rating E.

Tenure: Freehold.

Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil-fired central heating.