DESCRIPTION
Located in a discreet position within the sought-after Swindon Village, St Lawrence House forms the west wing of the former village Rectory. It offers the grandeur and space of its original large house, and whilst modern in finish it has a real sense of charm, a nod to its period stature. Formerly one house, it was divided many years ago to create two dwellings and has been significantly altered and improved since then. The main elevation of the house is Victorian with origins believed to date back to the early 18th century; as such it is a naturally light house enhanced by tall ceilings, splendid proportions, and floor to ceiling multi-paned sash windows.
An impressive entrance hall, with high ceilings and a fine staircase rising to the first floor, opens into a formal living room with decorative mouldings, a marble fireplace and three floor to ceiling sash windows, one of which opens to create doors onto the terrace. At the rear of the house, overlooking a lovely courtyard, is a well-appointed and spacious kitchen with a utility room adjacent and an archway opening into the formal dining room and further to a snug/study. This whole area is an excellent space ideal for entertaining and the practicalities of modern family living.
The bedrooms are positioned on the first and second floors. The master bedroom and guest room share a modern family bathroom, and accessed via a mezzanine landing is a further bedroom with a second bathroom. On the second floor are two double bedrooms.
OUTSIDE
As with many of the best Rectories, St Lawrence House occupies a prime position on Rectory Lane in the heart of the village. Discreetly positioned, the property is set back from the road and fronted by a large, private courtyard leading to the off-road parking which is tucked away at the foot of the garden. Westerly facing, the garden itself is a generous area of lawn with hedging and raised planted beds.
SITUATION
St Lawrence House forms part of a pretty street scene in the Conservation Area in the heart of popular Swindon Village. The village community is vibrant, boasting a sought-after primary school, church and hall with a range of facilities within walking distance. This popular location offers the perfect balance of country living, with easy access to some lovely walking and riding countryside, with convenience as nearby Cheltenham is only three miles away. The town is well known for its excellent range of schools including The Cheltenham Ladies’ College, Cheltenham College and Dean Close as well as excellent grammar schools all within easy reach of this location. It also has superb sporting facilities and plays host to several highly acclaimed annual festivals including Literary, Music, Jazz and Science. Both Cheltenham and Swindon Village are well placed for access to the motorway network and there are regular trains to London and other major cities, making this area particularly appealing to those seeking a village life with the hub of town on your doorstep.
Services All mains services are connected
Local Authority Cheltenham Borough Council (01242) 262626
