5 bed detached house for sale

Frocester Hill, Frocester GL10

Imagine the quintessential sound of leather on willow – Red Cottage, a beautiful 16th-century home, uniquely overlooks the picturesque Frocester cricket pitch. Recently and comprehensively refurbished, this stunning property seamlessly blends character and original charm with a contemporary finish. Step through the porch into the welcoming entrance hall, which leads to a practical utility and cloakroom, and then into the bright, dual-aspect sitting room featuring a magnificent inglenook fireplace. A formal dining room opens to the eye catching kitchen/breakfast room, complete with a large central island and abundant natural light from four windows. Upstairs, discover five bedrooms, including a principal suite with a dressing room, a luxurious ensuite shower room, and French doors opening to a balcony with delightful views of the surrounding countryside. A modern family bathroom completes the stylish accommodation.

Outside

A feature of the property is the stunning surrounding gardens which are just over half an acre in size and have been well maintained over the years. The majority of the garden is laid to lawn with a huge array of shrubs, plants and mature trees and also has a stream running through it. There are several seating areas around the garden which has lovely uninterrupted views over the cricket ground. The garden is enclosed and offers off street parking for several cars, a garage and workshop with a useful store below the balcony.

Situation

Frocester is a charming small village located approximately 4 miles west of Stroud and offers idyllic rural living but still retaining excellent rail and motorway transport links. Frocester was once the site of a Roman settlement but now offers a well-regarded public house, excellent cricket facilities at Frocester Cricket Club which also host the long running Frocester Beer Festival which has been known to run over 100 bars. The nearby town of Stonehouse offers a wide range of amenities to include banks, post office, local schools, supermarkets and butchers. The main line railway station provides a direct route to London, Paddington and Junction 13 of the M5 motorway is approximately 2 miles away. Cam train station is also close by and provides a direct line into Bristol Temple Meads.

Property Ref Number:

Ham-57938