7 bed semi-detached house for sale

London Road, Cheltenham GL52

Set behind mature trees and dating back to 1827, The Close is an impressive Grade II Listed former Coaching Inn offering around 4,477 sq ft of accommodation. This handsome seven-bedroom home includes two self-contained annexes, generous parking to the front and side, mature gardens, and occupies a substantial plot of approximately 0.41 acres in the highly sought-after area of Charlton Kings.

The house is arranged over three floors. On the ground floor, there is a beautiful sitting room with an elegant bay window and working fireplace, while the kitchen and dining room provide a superb space for entertaining, featuring a comprehensive range of fitted units, integrated appliances, granite worktops, and a central island with breakfast bar. The impressive central hall leads to a family room or office with a connecting door to two ground-floor bedrooms and a shower room. The front room has its own entrance, making this area ideal as an annexe for multi-generational living or for use as an Airbnb.

The first floor features four generous double bedrooms and a spacious landing that offers versatile space, ideal for a study area, reading corner, or a quiet place to relax. A stylish family bathroom is located on the half landing and includes a double vanity unit, bath, and separate shower.\

The lower level comprises a seventh bedroom, shower room, utility and two storage rooms.

Two self-contained annexes also form part of the original property and are currently let on assured shorthold tenancies, providing an attractive income stream. The Coach House has one bedroom, kitchen, sitting room, and shower room, while Courtyard Cottage is a studio.

Outside, a walled entrance leads to a gravelled driveway with parking for several vehicles. Mature hedging and established trees provide privacy, while to the side there is further parking. The rear garden is a lovely space with a large lawn, mature trees and shrubs, and several seating areas arranged around the garden. There is also a useful outdoor store.

Charlton Kings offers excellent local facilities including shops, cafés, pubs, churches, a library, and a doctors’ surgery. The property is close to St Edward’s School, with highly regarded state schools such as Balcarras also within walking distance. Cheltenham town centre is easily accessible, renowned for its Regency architecture, independent shops, restaurants, festivals, and outstanding schools. Road connections to the M5, A417, and A40 are excellent, and Cheltenham Spa station provides regular services to London, Birmingham, and Bristol.

Council Tax Bands:

Main House – G

Courtyard Cottage – A

Coach House – C

Note to prospective purchasers:

The driveway shown in the images is private. There is a second driveway that provides access to the annexes, with a right of access across this driveway for 322 London Road