5 bed detached house for sale

Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7

A fine house of generous proportions situated on the edge of the town.

Description
Situated in a mature, leafy area moments from Cirencester, this detached family home forms part of a small development of just six new build homes. Preston Leigh’s houses are highly individual and beautifully presented, typical of the houses built by the renowned housebuilder Ashford Homes in 2019. Number 4 is a generously proportioned residence of more than 2700 sq ft, offering five double bedrooms and spacious reception areas perfect for entertaining: The flexible layout is well suited to both families and professionals, with excellent versatility in the floor plan. The interiors are finished to a very high standard, featuring a luxury ‘Sigma 3’ kitchen, Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware and Hansgrohe brassware, with premium additions including a water softener, zoned underfloor heating, an instant hot water tap and a home audio system. The light and airy interiors are decorated with a blend of neutral and heritage colours complemented by wood and tiled floors, and the staircase is a visual highlight with its glass and wood construction.

The house comprises a reception hall leading to a sitting room and dining room – connected via double doors, an office/snug, a cloakroom with WC, an open plan kitchen and dining room and a utility room for laundry machines. The first floor has two en suite double bedrooms, both with built-in storage, and a further three good-size bedrooms overlooking the rear garden which share a bath/shower room.

Outside
The vendors have made a variety of improvements to the outside of the house, including an electric car charger, water butts and a number of landscaping changes including adding colourful herbaceous borders, as well as adding roof-mounted solar panels. The rear garden is an excellent size, featuring a paved patio leading to a generous lawn enclosed by wooden panel fencing, with mature trees providing a high degree of privacy to the rear. The house also benefits from a detached double garage and off-street parking.

Location
The Roman town of Cirencester is often referred to as the Capital of the Cotswolds and, being at the intersection of the Fosse Way and Ermin Way, it is extremely accessible, with virtual dual carriageway access to both the M4 at Swindon and the M5 at Gloucester. There is a fast and regular Great Western train service from Kemble to London Paddington which takes approximately 75 minutes. There is also a very frequent rail service from Swindon to London Paddington which takes about 55 minutes.

Shopping in Cirencester is highly regarded, and off the main streets there are many interesting back lanes with specialist shops; Black Jack Street is a prime example. There are two major supermarkets and The Market Place hosts a twice weekly market and a Farmers’ Market every other Saturday. Sporting opportunities include the Cirencester Tennis Club which is based in the Park together with a cricket club, an open air swimming pool, football and rugby clubs for all ages and the Cotswold Leisure Centre. Slightly further away there is golf at Cirencester Golf Club and sailing at the Cotswold Water Park. The Barn Theatre offers first class productions throughout the year.

There are an excellent range of schools in the area, both state
and private. Those in the private sector include Hatherop Castle School, Rendcomb College, Pinewood and Beaudesert Park School at Minchinhampton. There are also the schools and colleges in Cheltenham. Kingshill School (state) is within walking distance and has a good Ofsted rating.

Square Footage: 2,740 sq ft



Directions
From Cirencester, proceed south out of town via the Kingsmeadow roundabout and take the A419 heading south. At the roundabout, take the third exit back onto the A419 and then take the first turning. After 150 metres the turning to Preston Leigh will be on the left-hand side.

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Additional Info
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Gas central heating. Solar panels.