Set in the heart of the village, a substantial Grade II listed village home with private gardens, a detached secondary cottage and garaging
Set in the historic part of Prestbury village within walking distance of a wide range of amenities, a charming detached Grade II listed family house with a separate detached one bedroom cottage, large double garage and private enclosed west facing gardens.Set on the corner of Lake Street (a no-through lane) and Bowbridge Lane, the house has evolved over the years and so has a fascinating range of differing elevations and a date stone showing 1770. Having been in the same ownership since 2002, the property is presented in excellent condition. There have been Victorian additions and more recently, a single storey extension added in around 2005. The Cotswold stone roof was also entirely replaced at the same time.Arranged over two floors with varying levels throughout, the house has a 'U' shaped layout, looking onto the west facing garden which makes for a wonderful sun trap and it's extremely private. The property retains a number of charming period features throughout that include a large inglenook in the sitting room, oak panelling in the dining room, leaded lights and exposed beams.The main house extends 3,307 square feet and briefly comprises 4 double bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, 3-4 reception rooms, a vaulted kitchen/breakfast room, study, utility and a cloakroom. Set in the grounds of Manor House is a charming detached one bedroom cottage (483 square feet) which has been rented out as an assured shorthold tenancy but also gives the opportunity to work from home.A detached double garage includes enough space for a workshop in addition to the parking for two cars furthermore, there is plenty of additional parking accessed via Bowbridge Lane. Services: All mains services are connected.
Located at the foot of the Cotswold escarpment close to Cheltenham Racecourse, Manor House occupies a prominent position within the Conservation Area in the heart of the historic village of Prestbury. Buffered by Greenbelt to the north, the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the east and just 3 miles from the centre of Cheltenham, the village provides a perfect balance of town and country living. Prestbury is a thriving village centred on the 12th Century Church of St Marys. Also within walking distance, there are 2 well patronised public houses, a Raymond Blanc White Brasserie Co restaurant, an award winning country butcher, a pharmacy, coffee house/bakery, general stores and finally, the very popular Prestbury St. Mary's primary and junior schools. Prestbury High Street ¼ mile, Cheltenham (Montpellier) 3 miles, Cheltenham Spa Train Station 3.4 miles, Winchcombe 5 miles, Cirencester 20 miles, Oxford 40 miles, London 97 miles (Distances approximate)