For Sale5 Bedroom Semi-Detached House in West End, Northleach, GL54£775,000

A charming mid-17th century Grade II listed four bedroom former public house, complete with a single story, one-bedroom annex, known as The Bolt Hole. Nestled within an area of outstanding natural beauty on the town's western edge, this property is just 320 meters from the bustling Market Place and provides excellent Holiday Let potential. This characterful, traditionally constructed cottage boasts a wealth of period features, including a unique 2-meter square room known as "The Guggle." Believed to have been created as a showcase of the mason's craftsmanship, this remarkable room features small square niches set into each corner, just below a domed, dressed limestone ceiling. The cottage is beautifully presented, with accommodation spread across three floors. The sitting room features an impressive stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove, while the kitchen is fully equipped with fitted units and offers ample space for dining. An inner hallway, accessible from both the front of the cottage and the rear garden, leads to 'The Guggle' and a ground-floor bedroom with en-suite facilities. On the first floor, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a shower room, while the second floor hosts a spacious bedroom with built-in storage and an en-suite bathroom. At the rear of the cottage lies The Bolt Hole, accessible by vehicle from Guggle Lane or through a pedestrian gate from the main garden. This charming annexe offers an open-plan layout, including a fitted kitchen and a generous seating area. An inner hallway leads to a bathroom and a double bedroom, which opens onto a private garden through double doors. The current owners have successfully operated The Bolt Hole as a holiday home, in conjunction with The Guggle. Outside Outside, the cottage fronts the street, with a small garden area adjacent to the side access. The rear garden features a spacious paved terrace bordered by a dry stone retaining wall, with steps leading up to a well-maintained lawn surrounded by established plantings. Situation Northleach is a small historic wool market town, which lies towards the head of the valley of the River Leach just to the East of the intersection of the A429 Fosseway and the A40 trunk roads. The town has a great deal to recommend it both in architectural merit and local amenities, as well as good road communication with access to Cirencester about 11 miles away, Cheltenham about 14 miles, Stow-on-the-Wold about 10 miles, Oxford about 24 miles and Swindon about 25 miles. There is an active community within the town and set around the market place are a number of shops catering for most everyday requirements including a Post Office, Butcher, Chemist, Baker and Wine Bar. The town also benefits from a doctor’s surgery, excellent Junior School and nursery, good pubs/restaurants and a magnificent Perpendicular-style Church. Additional information - Four Bedroom Cottage - One Bedroom 322 sq. ft. Annex - Grade II Listed - 1655 sq. ft. of Living Space - Enclosed Gardens Cellar - Excellent Holiday Let Potential Key information Council Tax Band: G Tenure: Freehold