For Sale5 Bedroom Detached House in Ford, Temple Guiting, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54£2,000,000

A PERIOD FIVE-BEDROOM MANOR HOUSE WITH ATTRACTIVE GARDENS AND A SEPARATE ANNEXE.<br/><br/>Ford Manor is a Grade II listed property, formerly three cottages, dating back to the 18th century and converted into a house with restoration undertaken in the 1930s. The main house follows a square layout with later additions to the rear. It showcases a wealth of period features, including 20th-century stone-mullioned casement windows with leaded panes and a glazed door providing access to the enclosed formal gardens.<br/><br/>The property was sympathetically restored and extended 20 years ago by the current owner and internally it is rich in character, with flagstone floors, inglenook fireplaces in the living room, study and dining room, exposed timbers, and Cotswold stone walls, all contributing to the charm of this five bedroom family home. The vaulted kitchen/breakfast room is connected to the main house via a glazed hallway, with a glazed door leading out to the south-facing terrace.<br/><br/>Ford Manor is accessed via a sweeping tarmac drive that leads to a large gravel parking area. The formal gardens in front of the main house are mostly laid to lawn with well-stocked herbaceous borders and an impressive pavilion. There are two enclosed terraced gardens, both featuring water elements—perfect spaces for outdoor entertaining. The annexe has a separate entrance with parking and comprises a detached, self-contained vaulted bedroom with kitchenette and wet room, currently used as an Airbnb.<br/><br/>Ford is a charming and picturesque hamlet nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It eatures an appealing mix of period and contemporary cottages and houses, all set against the backdrop of gently rolling countryside. At the heart of the hamlet is The Plough, a well-regarded and welcoming country pub. The nearby village of Temple Guiting offers a historic parish church and a traditional village hall. A short distance away in Kineton, you’ll find The Halfway House pub, while the thriving village of Guiting Power is home to The Farmers Arms, The Hollow Bottom, a post office and store with a café, The Cotswold Guy farm shop and takeaway, a church, and a village hall. Local attractions include the popular Cotswold Farm Park, run by Adam Henson, offering family-friendly entertainment and a chance to enjoy the rural lifestyle. The area is crisscrossed with scenic footpaths and bridleways, perfect for walking, riding, and exploring the beautiful Cotswold countryside. For a wider range of amenities, the nearby market towns of Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Winchcombe provide excellent shopping, dining, and leisure opportunities, with the cultural hubs of Cheltenham, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Oxford also within easy reach. Transport links are excellent, with London accessible via the A40/M40 and mainline rail services to London Paddington from both Kingham and Moreton-in-Marsh, approximately 20 minutes’ drive away.<br/><br/>Leisure and education: There are golf courses at Naunton Downs and Cheltenham, and horse racing at Cheltenham, Stratford upon-Avon, and Warwick. Schooling options are strong, with a popular primary school (OFSTED-rated ‘Good’) in Temple Guiting and a new Montessori nursery in Guiting Power. A school bus serves the area for the highly regarded Cotswold School (OFSTED-rated ‘Outstanding’), along with a wide range of independent schools in Cheltenham and the surrounding area, including Pate’s Grammar School, Cheltenham Ladies’ College, Cheltenham College, Cheltenham Preparatory School, Dean Close, St. Edward’s, and Rendcomb College.<br/><br/>PROPERTY INFORMATION:<br/><br/>Tenure: Freehold. Vacant possession will be granted upon completion.<br/><br/>Fixtures and Fittings: All items described in these particulars as fixtures and fittings are included in the sale. All other items are specifically excluded.<br/><br/>Viewing: Strictly by appointment through Jackson-Stops, Chipping Campden.<br/><br/>Local Authority: Cotswold District Council <br/><br/>Council Tax: Band G<br/><br/>Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil-fired central heating.<br/><br/>Mobile/Internet Coverage: Ultrafast broadband and Gigaclear are available with download and upload speeds of 1000 Mbps. Source: chercker.ofcom.org.uk, 30 April 2025.