5 bed property for sale

Back Lane, Upper Oddington, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL56

Brook House is located in an elevated position in the heart of Upper Oddington. The current site provides an excellent foundation to complete a striking, architect-designed property tailored to individual tastes.

Once finished, the home will offer light-filled living spaces with countryside views and high-quality modern design throughout. The house is designed as two distinct wings connected by a striking full-height glazed corridor. Combining Cotswold stone and brick in a subtly contemporary style, the architecture blends traditional materials with modern design. Arranged across three floors, the accommodation offers exceptional versatility.

The ground floor features a spacious open-plan living area with kitchen, dining, and sitting zones, all enjoying a southerly aspect over the garden. The space includes a dramatic double-height dining area, cloakroom/bathroom, and a flexible fifth bedroom with ensuite-ideal as a guest suite, gym, study, or playroom.

Upstairs, three generous bedroom suites and a mezzanine study area overlook the space below. The second floor is dedicated to the principal suite, featuring vaulted ceilings and an elegant en suite bathroom.

Externally, the property will provide a private courtyard and parking to the front, with landscaped gardens to the rear.

please note - Front and rear CGI provided by architect dmd Group and internals by noto

Upper Oddington is a highly sought-after Cotswold village known for its picturesque charm and welcoming community. The village is linked with Lower Oddington and is characterised by traditional honey-coloured stone houses nestled along peaceful country lanes, creating an idyllic rural setting. It boasts two excellent pubs, The Horse & Groom and The Fox, both popular with locals and visitors alike, with the renowned Daylesford just a 30-minute walk or 5-minute drive away. Soho Farmhouse is only 14 miles away. The active village hall hosts a variety of events, activities, and classes, fostering a strong sense of community. At the end of Church Lane sits the historic 11th-century Church of St. Nicholas, renowned for its atmospheric candlelit services. Nearby market towns such as Stow-on-the-Wold, Chipping Norton, and Burford provide a range of day-to-day amenities, including supermarkets, independent shops, and an excellent selection of restaurants and cafés. Larger centres such as Cheltenham, Oxford, and Stratford-upon-Avon offer more extensive shopping, cultural, and leisure facilities.

The area offers excellent schooling options, including Kitebrook, Kingham Hill, The Cotswold School, Burford School, and the renowned Oxford schools such as The Dragon and Summer Fields.

Recreational opportunities for both participants and spectators abound, including the home of jump racing at Prestbury Park on the edge of Cheltenham; Premiership rugby at Gloucester; Cheltenham's annual cricket festival; golf at Naunton Downs, Cotswold Hills, Lillybrook and Broadway and access to a large network of footpaths and bridleways on the doorstep. Cultural highlights include the Cheltenham Literary, Jazz, Music and Science festivals, The Big Feastival and Wilderness Festival, as well as the area's rich programme of concerts, art exhibitions and theatre productions throughout the year.