Unexpectedly re-available – An extended individual bungalow in an unrivalled position amongst National Trust common land with light, spacious accommodation, a long gated drive and detached garage, superb gardens and grounds of 0.45 acres total and a wonderful outlook.
Unexpectedly re-available - Sixways is an individual detached bungalow in an unrivalled position at Burleigh. This elevated location is surrounded by National Trust land, and allows for a panoramic view out over the common below into the valley beyond. The property was originally built in the 1930's using traditional methods under a pitched roof, and has been extended in the past. The current owner has been in residence here for nearly 30 years, and has comprehensively improved both the property and the garden during that time, including the addition of solar panels and lithium ion battery storage. The spacious accommodation arranged over one level. This comprises an entrance hall, 27' reception room with dining area and sitting area with fireplace and inset wood burning stove, further reception room, conservatory, 14' kitchen, side porch with utility facilities, three bedrooms, a bathroom with separate shower and a cloakroom/W.c. Every window enjoys a pleasant, green outlook, and it is impossible not to be impressed as you walk into the conservatory and encounter the first class view - it really is very special. The property is light and airy, and there is plenty of scope to extend again if a buyer wanted to. A interesting home in an incredible position, and a must for your viewing list.
The interior is complemented by superb gardens and grounds of 0.45 acres total. A long gated drive leads up through the plot to the property. There is a detached garage at bottom of the drive, with a productive area with raised vegetable beds behind this. Behind the garage there is an additional hardstanding area large enough to house a caravan/mobile home. The garden is beautifully kept and has clearly been a real labour of love, with shaped lawns, edged with established borders planted with a variety of mature shrubs, a pond, a greenhouse, two good sheds and a woodstore. There is a large paved area to the front of the property, and this is a great place to sit, relax and enjoy the view. There is space to park and turn by the house, and the owner has installed an EV charging point here. A pedestrian gate in the westerly boundary opens straight out onto the common - a direct route out for your daily dog walk.
The property is situated at the end of a quiet country lane on Minchinhampton Common, a National Trust owned area that comprises hundreds of acres of open land. There is a golf course here, and the space can be used for recreational use, with a couple of good pubs and some lovely walks. The property is well positioned for both Nailsworth and Minchinhampton, with shops, amenities and both public and private schooling here. More comprehensive facilities are available in the larger town of Stroud, some three miles distant, with Junctions of the M4 and M5 Motorways within easy reach. Railway stations at Stroud and Kemble provide main line services to Gloucester, Swindon and London Paddington (C. 90 minutes direct).
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