5 bed semi-detached house for sale

High Street, South Woodchester, Stroud GL5

A substantial family home in a prime village location, offering beautifully proportioned rooms, a wealth of period features and a sympathetically designed modern kitchen extension to the rear of the house

The Interior

Spinners is a superbly proportioned and extensive family home located in the heart of the sought-after village of Woodchester. The spacious home combines various historical eras with the oldest section of the house dating back to 1605, harmoniously blended with later Georgian additions and a more recent 21st century contemporary kitchen extension.

A handsome entrance with a pretty arched canopy opens to a spacious reception hall with original flagstone floor, setting the tone to the remainder of the property which is steeped in historic interest, whilst still a welcoming and cosy home. The three principal receptions lead off the hallway, comprising an impressive drawing room, a sitting room/snug and a dining room, along with a useful cloakroom and WC. The drawing room with its wonderfully high ceilings and large sash windows that frame the magnificent views of the garden and panorama, is a fabulous room for more formal hosting, whilst still cosy enough for everyday living. An original fireplace with wood burning stove gives a warming focal point to the room, ideal for the colder months. The dining room has ample space for a large table, perfect for family gatherings and supper parties and a semi-circular arch over the doorway, creates a lovely feature, together with elm floorboards and original shutters. The snug is located in the older section of the house with lower ceilings typical of the era, along with stunning aged beams, a woodburning stove and stone mullion windows.

The kitchen is set to the rear of the house and was added by the vendor in 2010. A fabulous 'statement' construction of oak frame, steel and glass, this section of the house is clearly the heart of the home and offers a wonderful light-filled kitchen, along with a glass covered living area. The glass ceiling affords a clear view of the historic mullion windows above, creating a lovely juxtaposition of old and new. The kitchen is fitted with contemporary units creating clean lines and ample discreet storage space. A balcony leads off the kitchen providing a wonderful spot for breakfast or a morning coffee.

A beautiful wide elm staircase leads to the upper floors with three first floor bedrooms and a further two bedrooms on the upper floor. The principal bedroom is located on the first floor with a large en-suite bathroom and fabulous views overlooking the garden and the valley beyond. A family shower room is also located on the first floor. All of the bedrooms have been carefully thought out to provide comfort alongside ample storage space and the first floor bedrooms benefit from original features including fireplaces, shutters and deep window seats. A home office, store room and two further double bedrooms are located on the upper floor.

A large laundry room, art studio and spacious store room are located at the lower level, all of which could easily be used for alternative purposes such as a gym or games room. A row of historic wooden cupboards line the wall of the laundry room, thought to have once been either meat or wine stores.

The Garden & Grounds

The enclosed garden extends to just under one third of an acre. Set to the rear of the house with a magnificent red brick wall enclosing one side, the garden is well-stocked with mature plants and flowers, along with an array of fruit trees, including a pair of historic espalier pear trees. A kitchen and fruit garden are located at the bottom of the garden, giving the opportunity to live the self-sufficient 'good life. A raised semi-circular gravel patio is ideal for alfresco entertaining and the perfect spot to relax and soak up the view across the garden and valley.
Two off-road parking spaces are located directly opposite the house with the opportunity to enlarge the space if required.