Bear Cottage, Houndscroft, Rodborough, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 5DQ

Detached Period Cottage

Improved & Extended Accommodation

Beautifully Finished Throughout

4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

2 Receptions

Bespoke Kitchen

Useful Cellars

Detached Garage & Parking

Landscaped Gardens

Panoramic West-Facing Views

Approximately 1,492 sq ft

‘With superb panoramic views over Rodborough Common, this stunning

detached period cottage has been beautifully finished throughout’

The Property Bear Cottage is a stunning detached period cottage occupying one of the most superb positions on the edge of Rodborough Common with exceptional far reaching views over the National Trust common land to the River Severn and Black Mountains of Wales. Constructed of natural Cotswold stone built in 1865, the property has been substantially extended at the rear and sympathetically renovated throughout with further improvements carried out in recent years. The beautifully finished accommodation spans over two floors and extends in all to 1,492 sq.ft. The ground floor boasts solid oak flooring and has been recently remodelled and extended to create a new entrance hall with inner hall leading to a generous 22ft living room featuring dual aspect full height windows and French doors opening to a south-west facing patio. Off the hall there is a cloakroom WC which has a useful utility area built in. Within the original part of the cottage there is a magnificent open plan kitchen and dining room, of which has a wood burning stove and overlooks the garden. The newly refitted bespoke kitchen has a range of built in appliances under a granite

worksurface including a fridge, freezer, dishwasher and wine cooler all arranged around a central island unit. From the first-floor landing there are four bedrooms and a family bathroom which has been updated with a new white suite including a shower over bath. The master bedroom has exposed timber beams, bespoke fitted wardrobes providing ample storage and an en-suite shower room. Bedroom four is currently being utilised as a study and has incredible panoramic views over the valley through ceiling-to-floor height windows. External stairs from the rear patio lead down to the excellent cellars which have been improved to serve as a useful workshop with a sink or for storage needs. To the front there is private off-road parking for two vehicles and a detached garage which has roll-over remote controlled door and good eaves storage over. Natural stone steps are lit via heat sensor lighting leading down to a small front courtyard and accessing the entrance hall. The garden has been landscaped with lawns over three principal terraces enclosed by stone walls

and beech hedging. In addition to the lawns, there are various patio seating areas thoughtfully placed to take in the views and enjoy the sunsets. Tenure & Services We understand the property is Freehold with gas fired central heating, mains water and drainage. Situation Bear Cottage's highly desirable location allows for direct access onto Rodborough Common, 287 acres of National Trust land favoured for its extensive species of rare wildlife with ample walking routes and elevated views over the Severn Estuary. The Bear of Rodborough Inn is located just a short walk away renowned for its fine dining whilst for the summer months the greatly popular family-run Winstones ice-cream parlour is a further gentle stroll away. The neighbouring town of Minchinhampton has a thriving community with a historic Market Place and an excellent primary school whilst the market town of Stroud is located only 2 miles away with further facilities including its famous award-winning Farmers Market. The local prep school Beaudesert Park is on

Minchinhampton Common, with Wycliffe College and Westonbirt School both within practical travelling distances. Fast trains from Stroud reach London Paddington in as little as an hour and thirty-five minutes and the M5 is about five miles to the east of Stroud giving good access to the West Country and Midlands whilst the A417 is readily accessible linking the M4 & M5. Ample local sporting opportunities including a number of golf courses and National Hunt racing at Cheltenham. Directions From Minchinhampton Common, follow Cirencester Road towards Rodborough Common. Take the left hand turn just after The Bear Inn onto Bear Hill and then immediately turn left. Proceed along the lane to locate the property as the first house on the right hand side. Sat nav postcode GL5 5DQ Local Authority Stroud District Council Council Tax Band F £2,602

Price Guide: £795,000

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