A perfect composition
A Grade II former vicarage in the Cotswold village of Down Ampney
WHAT:
Pilgrims was originally built in 1865 for The Reverend Vaughan Williams, whose son Ralph was later to become one of England’s premier composers. The property was subsequently sold by the Church of England in 1946 and divided into two separate homes some 14 years later with Pilgrims being the former front of house.
WHERE:
Down Ampney, near Cirencester, Gloucestershire.
INSIDE:
Constructed of stone with a Cotswold stone roof and listed as Grade II, the property has many architectural features, with accommodation including large high-ceilinged drawing room, sitting room with dining space and wood-burning stove, and kitchen/breakfast room. There are six bedrooms on the first floor, one of which is en suite, with a further shower and bathroom. In addition there is a useful attic space.
OUTSIDE:
The property sits within a generous plot with established gardens, and is being sold with a one-bedroomed attached cottage, plus workshop and garage. The total plot extends to 0.78 acres.
HOW MUCH:
Guide price of £1.25 million, freehold.
FIND OUT MORE:
Call Hamptons International on 01285 654535.
WHAT:
Halfpenny Cottage dates from the early 18th century, and lies at the heart of the sought after village of Painswick.
WHERE:
Painswick, Gloucestershire.
INSIDE:
Imaginatively extended and updated, this Grade II listed four-bedroom home has a striking contemporary feel, whilst also enjoying the character of a period property, including original stone flags, beams, shutters, large fireplace and a cellar accessed by a spiral stone staircase. Natural light streams into a spacious kitchen, complete with Aga and Shaker kitchen.
OUTSIDE:
A stunning glass and oak extension leads off the kitchen/family room, onto a level garden with breathtaking views of the Sheepscombe Valley and a charming shepherd’s hut/ home office.
HOW MUCH:
of £895,000.
Guide price
FIND OUT MORE:
Call Murrays on 01452 902091.