For Sale8 Bedroom Detached House in Churchend, Twyning, Gloucestershire, GL20£2,500,000

A stunning Victorian former vicarage with a converted coach house annex, garaging and a tennis court, all set in around 3 acres of gardens with views to the Cotswolds. Surrounded by beautiful mature grounds, Paxhill House stands prominently within its plot set back from the lane behind gates and a tree lined boundary that makes it extremely private. A wonderful and much loved family home, it extends to just over 5,500 square feet of accommodation arranged over three floors. Furthermore, the original coach house has been converted into a versatile and totally self contained 2-3 bedroom annex with a double garage attached. Paxhill House A charming Gothic-style portico provides a fitting entrance to this elegant home. The layout is well-balanced, with the primary formal living spaces situated on the south side of the house, creating an exceptional environment for entertaining when opened up. Large windows and high ceilings mean the house feels spacious and naturally very light with period features also prevalent throughout. One of five reception rooms, the drawing room is a highlight, featuring an impressive open fireplace with a stone surround and hearth. A bay window frames delightful views over the rear gardens, while French doors lead directly into a spectacular conservatory and out to a south facing terrace. A second set of French doors connects the conservatory to the kitchen/breakfast room and that in turn flows back through to a family/sitting room. Partially divided by a breakfast bar and arranged around an Aga, the kitchen enjoys a triple aspect overlooking the garden to the rear and the driveway at the front. A rear lobby from the kitchen leads to the back door and one of two downstairs cloakrooms. On the opposite side of the main entrance hall, there is a library or study that has been opened up to the dining room, the last of reception rooms. Towards the rear of the house, opening onto a pretty walled garden, is a laundry/utility room, complete with a traditional butler’s pantry. A secondary staircase leads up to a family room and continues to a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room — an ideal space for a resident housekeeper or nanny. Upstairs, a large impressive landing provides access to three principal bedroom suites. The luxurious master suite extends to include a large dressing room which in turn connects to a well-appointed en-suite bathroom. The bathroom features an inset bath, a large shower enclosure with quad-jet fittings, and stylish stone tiling on the floors and walls. A second staircase leads to the top floor, where a further bedroom, a bathroom and an open plan playroom combine to create a super guest or teenage space. In total, in the main house, there are five double bedrooms all with accompanying bathrooms. Gardens & Grounds The gardens of Paxhill House are a particular highlight with its expansive rolling lawns being enclosed by majestic specimen trees, including lime and horse chestnut. A picturesque feature pond, adorned with mature planting, is crossed by a charming arched footbridge and the views to the Cotswolds are spectacular. Running parallel to the pretty wooded coppice, a pergola-covered path leads to a private tennis court tucked away at the rear of the property. In total, the plot spans approximately three acres and there are fantastic views to the east towards the Cotswold escarpment. Services: Waste to a private septic tank. Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating. Super fast fibre broadband connected.