Riverside Cottage

Woodbridge Lane Withington Cheltenham GL54 4BP

A fine detached Cotswold country home nestled within its own land of ¾ acres in the sought after village of Withington.

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Description
Riverside Cottage occupies an idyllic setting on a peaceful semi-rural lane with delightful views over open farmland and the River Coln that meanders through the grounds, making this a unique and special location. Built from mellow Cotswold stone, the original structure dates back to as early as 1850, although it has been significantly extended and improved over recent years by the current owners.

This is a home on a lovely scale with practical family accommodation that spans over 2800 sq ft over two floors. Each room has been designed to enjoy the views which are green and open to every element. The reception hall, with its wood burning stove, introduces the living space where the principal rooms interconnect. The conservatory acts as a centre point enjoying a fully glazed view over the gardens and double doors open into a dining room which in turn leads to the siting room which enjoys a wood burning stove. The kitchen is situated to the front of the house, a charming space traditional of a home of this era, fitted with a range of units and oven. To the other side of the hallway is a utility room with shower and a home office. A cloakroom completes the accommodation.

On the first floor, the bedroom space is equally well proportioned. The master bedroom has an en suite with bathroom. Three further bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.


Outside
Open views and a countryside setting within the Coln Valley are the backdrop for Riverside Cottage, a home with a lovey history and an idyllic position. To the rear of the house is the former, now disused, Cheltenham to Cirencester railway providing an elevated embankment that forms part of the garden as it has been planted with tree and bushes to give a sheltered aspect to the cottage. The gardens are beautiful, extending to a little over ¾ acre, the River Coln gently meanders through the gardens, brown trout, crayfish, Kingfishers and Heron fill the river providing an array of wildlife. The gardens are mature and due to their southerly orientation it attracts all day sun. There are two adjoining store sheds and a separate detached Garage and store.



Situation
Withington is a quintessential Cotswold village and homes within the village rarely come to the market owing to its very special rural location yet only 8 miles from Cheltenham and 10 from Cirencester. Known as the capital of the Cotswolds, Cirencester is an attractive and thriving market. It provides comprehensive amenities, a hospital and modern leisure centre, as well as several supermarkets including a large Waitrose, and a broad variety of independent shops, boutiques, pubs and restaurants. Cheltenham offers a more comprehensive range of amenities, a lovely café culture and plays host to several festivals. Private and state schools in the area are excellent, such as Cheltenham College, The Cheltenham Ladies' College, Rendcomb and Hatherop Castle in additon to Kingshill in Cirencester. Good road communications via the A417 dual carriageway for access to Junction 15 of the M4 at Swindon. Direct rail services to London Paddington from Kemble Station (15 miles).

Services Mains water, and electricity. Oil fired central heating (the boil
Services

Main water, electricity oil fired central heating.
Local Authority is Cotswold District Council. Tax Band E

Agents Note – There is a public footpath down the drive and along the riverbank.

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