Gumstool Hill, Tetbury
£520,000- Grade II Listed Cotswold stone townhouse
- Requires renovation
- Possible B&B facilities
- Featuring a plethora of character
- 3 double bedrooms
- 3 bathrooms
- 2 reception rooms
- Courtyard with outbuildings
- Prime town centre position
- No onward chain
Description
Avon Cottage is a Cotswold stone townhouse situated in the very heart of the sought-after market town of Tetbury, nestled at the top of the famous Gumstool Hill next to the market place. Grade II listed and believed to date back to the early 17th Century, the property is steeped in character showcasing leaded windows, exposed timber beams and stone fireplace. In modern times, the property has been a successful Bed & Breakfast taking advantage of the excellent town centre position. Today, the property requires refurbishment to restore it to its former glory offering fantastic potential.
The accommodation (1,267 sq.ft.) spans over three principal floors with an additional cellar level below. Accessed by a side passage, the ground floor layout includes an entrance hall, two reception rooms and a timber fitted kitchen. The living of which features a magnificent open place. Across the first and second floors there are three double bedrooms all accompanied by generous built-in storage and a bathroom each.
An enclosed courtyard garden features characterful external stores. Parking is available immediately outside within the public carpark in front and there is unrestricted on street parking available on Gumstool Hill.
Situation
Tetbury is a thriving historic Cotswold market town with much of it dating back to the 17th and 18th Centuries. The town has a broad range of shops and amenities for everyday needs as well as a number of quality antique shops, excellent hotels, restaurants and cafes within the town centre. Further everyday needs include a large supermarket, hospital, surgeries and post office whilst there are also excellent schools catering for all ages. Voted by Country Life magazine recently as the third most desirable town in the country, Tetbury is situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is surrounded by delightful Cotswold Countryside where there are ample opportunities for walking. Conveniently located less than half an hour from both the M4 and M5 motorway, Tetbury is within easy reach of Cirencester, Cheltenham, Bath, Bristol and Swindon. Close by is the beautiful Forest Commission run Westonbirt Arboretum and King Charles Highgrove Estate. There is good access to nearby Kemble Railway Station which provides regular fast services to London and other regional centres.
Additional Information
The property is Freehold with mains gas central heating, mains drainage, water and electricity. The property is located within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a conservation area. Superfast broadband is available and there is mobile phone coverage. Information taken from the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker, please see the website for more information. Cotswold District Council Tax Band F.
Set in the heart of this Cotswold market town at the top of the famous Gumstool Hill, a fantastic opportunity to renovate a Grade II listed townhouse with 3 double bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and would make an excellent B and B due to its proximity to the centre of town . No chain.
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