6 bedroom detached house for sale

An exceptional property comprising a classic country house together with a contemporary cottage and set in 7.5 acres.

Description

This unique property is situated close to Tetbury and stands in mature grounds which in total extend to over seven acres, including the paddock. In recent years the property has been significantly developed so that it now comprises a wonderful family home together with a second house built to a high specification. This makes for a most versatile property in that it can be shared by family members or guests. Alternatively there is the opportunity to benefit from holiday lettings.

The accommodation of Tormead House is presently laid out to include three reception rooms, which are all approached off a central reception hall. In addition there is a utility room and a cloakroom. On the first floor there are five bedrooms and two of the three bathrooms have recently been re-fitted. In short the house is a very comfortable family home with a good deal of character.

The cottage annexe is a superb addition and inter connects with the house. The spacious ground floor includes blue stone floors with underfloor heating, a stunning living room with french doors and a sleek fitted kitchen with peninsular unit with a gas hob and overhead extractor. Further appliances include an an integrated dishwasher, fridge/freezer, electric oven,microwave, coffee machine, and two warming drawers. A door leads from the hall to one of the double garages which has plumbing for laundry appliances and a door to a a cloakroom.. It is heated and currently used as a gym.. An interconnecting door leads to the other double garage, which houses the annexe boiler. There are four comfortable bedrooms on the first floor, with built in storage, a shower room, and a bathroom.

The house is approached via a tree lined drive which leads to a wide gravelled parking area. The landscaped gardens are well studded with mature trees and include formal lawns, established shrubs, herbaceous borders and a productive orchard.

The paddock lies to the east of the house, has direct road access and extends to about 5 acres.

Location

Tormead House is situated close to the unspoilt village of Long Newnton and within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nearby market towns of Tetbury and Malmesbury offer an excellent range of shops (including a Waitrose in Malmesbury), with a wider choice in Cirencester. The regional centres of Bath, Bristol, Swindon and Cheltenham are within daily commuting distance. Indeed communications are first class with the M4 (J17) being within 8 miles and J16 about 14 miles. Kemble Station is about 7 miles distant and provides fast access to London Paddington (about 75 minutes).

Private schooling is excellent with Westonbirt School being close as well as Beaudesert Park School at Minchinhampton. There are many other schools and colleges in Cheltenham and Bath. Recreational pursuits include hunting with the Duke of Beaufort’s Hunt, golf at Westonbirt and Castle Combe, sailing at the Cotswold Water Park and delightful walks through The National Arboretum.

Square Footage: 6,365 sq ft


Acreage: 7.5 Acres

Directions

From Tetbury take the B4014 towards Malmesbury. Proceed for about half a mile and the driveway will be found on the left-hand side.

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Additional Info

Mains water, electricity and gas. Private drainage.

Tetbury 0.5 miles; Malmesbury4. 5 miles; Kemble Station 8 miles; M4 (J17) 10 miles; Cirencester 13 miles (All mileages and times are approximate)