2 bed detached house for sale

Shipton Oliffe, Cheltenham GL54

Nestled within the picturesque village of Shipton Oliffe, in the heart of the Cotswolds and just seven miles from Cheltenham town centre, this charming detached Grade II Listed cottage dates from, we understand, 1867 and offers a wonderful blend of character, period charm and modern convenience. The accommodation begins with an attractive entrance hall featuring an arched front door and useful built-in storage. The delightful sitting room enjoys a bay window overlooking the front aspect, complemented by a feature fireplace and multi-fuel burner, creating a cosy and inviting focal point. At the heart of the home, the well-appointed kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of quality inframe units, granite worktops, a traditional Rayburn cooker and integrated appliances. Adjoining the kitchen, the dining room provides a wonderful space for entertaining, enhanced by a vaulted ceiling and double doors opening directly onto the garden. A practical utility room offers additional storage, houses the boiler and provides space for white goods. On the first floor, the spacious main bedroom features a vaulted ceiling and exposed floorboards, adding to the property's wealth of character. A second generous double bedroom benefits from a full range of bespoke fitted wardrobes. Completing the accommodation is a stylish family bathroom fitted with a freestanding roll top bath and separate shower enclosure. A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented period cottage in one of the Cotswolds' most desirable villages, combining rural tranquillity with excellent access to Cheltenham and the surrounding countryside.

Outside

Outside, the property is approached via a gravelled parking area to the front. Attractive gardens extend to the side and rear, with the tiered rear garden offering a variety of outdoor spaces to enjoy. Features include areas of lawn arranged across different levels, established hedgerow boundaries, planted borders, a working well with pump, a productive vegetable garden, a paved seating terrace, a timber shed and a useful stone outbuilding providing additional storage.

Situation

Shipton Oliffe is a quiet Cotswold village located approximately 8 miles east of Cheltenham in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty amid rolling countryside. There are local amenities nearby including schools, the well regarded Frogmill public house and shops, post office and service station in nearby Andoversford whilst Cheltenham is a short drive away. The village is well placed for access to Oxford and London via the M40.

Property Ref Number:

Ham-67875

Additional Information

Heating and hot water is provided by an oil fired combination boiler.

A new sewage treatment plant was installed in 2025.

There is an insurance backed treatment plan in place to eradicate a small area (1m2) of Japanese Knotweed. This has been classed as RICS Category C due to low impact on the amenity space of the rear garden.