A brilliantly renovated and extended four bedroom semi-detached period property, with mid-century inspired interior design throughout, positioned in an enviable spot in Uplands with spacious reception rooms, stunning master bedroom and a high quality finish.
An absolutely fabulous house. A rare example of a truly high quality renovated property which has been taken back to brick in almost every aspect. This property has been inspired by classic mid-century themes throughout, which compliments the Victorian period features in what is now a delightful, four bedroom red-brick semi-detached period property neighbouring the Arts and Crafts church on All Saints Road. Only a short distance from the town centre, this location is well known locally for its great community and allows for easy access to the shops, amenities and train station of Stroud. The ground floor of the original house has underfloor heating running throughout and comprises of a generous entrance/reception hall with Brazilian slate flooring and a reclaimed fire place. There is a 14’ bay-fronted dining room, and a 22’ kitchen/breakfast room with wood burner, central island and original 1950s kitchen units with reclaimed science lab teak worktops. There is also a generous utility/boot room, a downstairs w/c and finally, a beautiful 23’ living room with stove and bi-fold doors out to the front. On the first floor is a landing with tank cupboard, 14’ bedroom three with built in-wardrobes, 12’ dual aspect bedroom four and 11' double bedroom with two sash windows and fireplace. There’s a fantastic four piece bathroom with separate bespoke steam room/shower with seating, a cast iron 1920s Julian Deluxe bath and vintage vanity unit in Satinwood with slate top and enamelled steel Bette basin. Finally, the 26’ (max) master bedroom with bi-fold doors onto Juliette balcony, with a separate dressing area and luxury en-suite four piece bathroom with Philippe Starck Duravit bath and walk-in shower. Windows to the front of the property enjoy a south easterly aspect across the valley with gorgeous views from the master bedroom. The property benefits from gas central heating, ground floor underfloor heating and a mixture of original sash windows and double glazing, with character features including exposed bricks and beams, fire places as well as pitch pine doors. The current vendors have completely renovated the property to include full rewiring, replumbing, a new boiler/heating system, new insulation, rebuilding of chimneys and roof repairs, as well as the erection of the extension, on top of the aforementioned updated interior works.
To the front of the house is a lovely sunken and secluded patio area, ideal for entertaining or al-fresco dining with a stunning canal pond/water feature, 18’ summer room with power and mature established borders with pretty flowers, plants and shrubs. From the patio area, curved brick steps lead to the rear cottage garden past established hostas and ferns. Centrally located is a raised bed with a 300 year old olive tree surrounded by herbs and rose bushes. Beyond this is a Cotswold stone wall with further raised seating area, with a backdrop of mature trees, providing beautiful views over Stroud. There is also a parking space for one car, and various outbuildings providing ample storage.
Uplands benefits from a well-established primary school, All Saints church, nearby allotments, convenience stores, a playing field, two parks and outstanding countryside walks in nearby Slad. Stroud town benefits from an award winning weekly farmers market as well as a variety of local independent shops and stores, pubs serving locally supplied beers and ciders and plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants to eat and socialise. The recently opened “Five Valleys” shopping centre is of particular note and is certainly worth a visit for a range of market stalls, food stalls and stores. The wider area has a range of shops and amenities, including supermarkets, a hospital, state and private schools, a leisure and sports centre and a main line railway station with inter city services travelling to London(Paddington). Cirencester (10 miles), Cheltenham (15 miles) and Swindon (25 miles) are all within comfortable driving distance.
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