Wises Barn AMPNEY ST MARY • CIRENCESTER • GLOUCESTERSHIRE Wises Barn AMPNEY ST MARY CIRENCESTER GLOUCESTERSHIRE
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Wises Barn AMPNEY ST MARY • CIRENCESTER • GLOUCESTERSHIRE Wises Barn AMPNEY ST MARY CIRENCESTER GLOUCESTERSHIRE A first class Grade II Listed barn conversion situated on the edge of a popular Cotswold village Cirencester 4 miles • Kemble Station 10 miles (London Paddington from 75 minutes) Swindon 15 miles • M4 (J15) 17 miles Cheltenham 20 miles Entrance hall • Cloakroom • Drawing room Sitting room • Dining room, Kitchen/breakfast room • Utility room • Study area 4 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms Self contained annexe • Mature garden • Private parking SITUATION Ampney St Mary is one of three Ampneys, found about four miles East of Cirencester. Between them, they support a pub, a primary school, two village halls and three churches. There is a local shop/ post office in the neighbouring village of Poulton, together with a well known gastro-pub, The Falcon. Cirencester is the nearest town and is often referred to as the Capital of the Cotswolds. Shopping in the town is highly regarded and off the main streets there are many appealing back lanes with boutique shops, particularly Blackjack Street. The Market Place hosts a twice weekly market as well as a Farmers’ Market every other Saturday. Recreational pursuits in the area include sailing at the Cotswold Water Park, boating on the River Thames, cricket, tennis and rugby clubs in Cirencester, golf clubs at Bagendon (Cirencester Golf Club) and South Cerney, whilst the surrounding countryside is crisscrossed by many public footpaths. There is also a good choice of local state and private schools, the latter including Hatherop Castle School and Rendcomb College. The locality is ideal for the commuter, being close to the A419/ A417 which provides easy access to both the M4 and M5. There is also a regular Great Western rail service from Kemble to London Paddington taking approximately 75 minutes. DESCRIPTION Wises Barn is an imaginatively created, Grade II Listed barn conversion which dates back to the early 18th Century. Situated on the edge of the village, the property faces south west and has views over farmland. The house itself is full of character and possesses a wealth of period features including exposed timbers and stonework. The accommodation comprises a superb drawing room with an open fireplace occupying a multi fuel stove and to either side are fitted cupboards, there is attractive flagstone and light oak flooring, and a full height picture window with a glazed door leading into the garden. The cosy sitting room also has oak flooring and exposed stonework. The kitchen/breakfast room is well fitted and includes a fireplace providing space for an Aga or similar, larder cupboard, limestone flooring, built in cupboards and French doors opening out onto a garden terrace. An open way leads into the dining room and on the other side is a good sized utility/boot room having two external doors. On the first floor there is a remarkable landing with a mezzanine reading area. The main bedroom is an impressive room with a full height ceiling with exposed timbers, fireplace and an en suite shower room. Two further bedrooms and a family bathroom are found on this floor. The staircase continues up to the second floor where there is a fourth bedroom and a spacious landing that is currently used as a study area. Outside there is a mature and private garden well stocked with a variety of shrubs and trees. There are well planted flower borders, a variety of fruit trees including pear, apple, plum as well as gooseberry and blackcurrant bushes, and a water feature. There is also a timber garden shed and greenhouse. Adjacent to the house there are two terraces which are directly accessed from the kitchen and drawing room, ideal for alfresco dining. On the opposite side of the drive is The Tallett Barn, a self contained annexe ideal for guests, a games room or as a home office. It presently comprises a cloakroom and two rooms, one of which is a kitchenette. There is also an attached small garage with additional parking to the front. There is private gravelled parking for the main barn. DIRECTIONS From Cirencester, take the A417 Fairford Road. Continue past Ampney Crucis and Ampney St Peter and just before the Red Lion, turn left as if for Quenington. Take the next left for Ampney St Mary and Wises Barn is the first property on the right hand side. GENERAL REMARKS WISES BARN, AMPNEY ST MARY Approximate Gross Internal Area: TENURE 291 sq m – 3132 sq ft. Freehold with vacant possession upon Outbuilding: 46 sq.m. / 495 sq.ft. completion. SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage. LISTING Grade II Listed. POST CODE GL7 5SN AGENT’S NOTE SECOND FLOOR The neighbouring property benefits from a right of way along the driveway LOCAL AUTHORITY FIRST FLOOR Cotswold District Council. Tel: 01285 623000 VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment with Savills. LOFT (ABOVE GARAGE) GROUND FLOOR OUTBUILDING IMPORTANT NOTICE: Savills Cirencester Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on 1 Castle Street, their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or Market Place, Cirencester GL7 1QD contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment [email protected] or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 17/07/17. Kingfsher Print and Design Ltd. 01803 867087. 01285 627550.