Stratford Road, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, GL56

Extensive detached house with an apartment and outbuildings, set in 6.45 acres, just north of the market town

The accommodation has in recent times, been split to accommodate living for two family units. With a small amount of re-arrangement this could be remodelled into one main residence

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Originally built in 1973 and occupying a prominent position on the northern outskirts of the town, Fosse Manor Farm offers substantial and highly versatile accommodation, complemented by a number of outbuildings, two paddocks and grounds extending to an overall plot of approx. 6.45 acres
Having been a much-loved home for the current owners for the last 40 years, the property provides an ideal opportunity for a purchaser seeking space, flexibility and a semi-rural setting within easy reach of the town
The property is entered via an impressive entrance porch with solid oak double doors and decorative stained-glass secondary glazed windows, with French doors opening into a spacious reception hall with a striking bespoke central oak staircase, original parquet flooring and connecting doors to the majority of the ground floor accommodation, including the large downstairs cloakroom
To the right of the reception hall is the formal dual-aspect sitting room has parquet flooring and an attractive feature fireplace, and access to the kitchen/breakfast room
The well-appointed dual-aspect kitchen/breakfast room offers an excellent range of wall and floor units, oak work surfaces with a counter-top ceramic sink, integrated wine rack, fitted corner AGA with overhead extractor hood, integrated eye-level Neff double oven and Miele dishwasher and low-level fridge, Karndean flooring and access to the lobby/boot room. The kitchen also enjoys delightful views across the landscaped gardens and adjoining paddocks beyond
The practical lobby/boot room provides additional space for a fridge and separate freezer, hanging space for coats, ceramic tiled flooring and a uPVC covered porch leading to the landscaped rear gardens
Off the lobby/boot room, is a utility offering further fitted wall and floor units, an eye-level Neff double oven, laminated granite-effect work surface with counter-top ceramic sink, AEG two-ring ceramic hob, and wall-mounted system boiler
To the opposite side of the house are three attractive interconnecting reception rooms, all retaining the original parquet flooring
These comprise a study/library fitted with extensive book shelving and oak double doors leading to the drawing room with French doors opening to the lean-to conservatory, and separate access to the lobby/boot room, with double doors opening to the dining room enjoying a dual-aspect outlook offering great views of the surrounding grounds
The first floor accommodation is centred around a stunning galleried landing connecting to five generously proportioned bedrooms, including two with en-suite facilities, dressing area, together with a large family bathroom
A generous study provides panoramic views of the adjoining paddocks
The accommodation has in recent times, been split to accommodate living for two family units. With a small amount of re-arrangement this could be remodelled into one main residence

OUTGOINGS
Council tax – currently band G
Tax payable for 2026/27 - £4,020.08

SERVICES
Main water and electricity are connected
LPG gas central heating
Private septic tank drainage
Average broadband speeds advertised within this postcode are up to 53.3 Mbps
Full-fibre broadband is available
EPC Band E – Fosse Manor Farm
EPC Band E – Annexe, Fosse Manor Farm

SITUATION
Attractive north Cotswold market town situated near the borders of Oxfordshire and Warwickshire
Comprehensive facilities including doctors, GP Surgeries, dentist, restaurants, public houses, range of shops, supermarkets and popular Tuesday market
Batsford Arboretum & Garden Centre is about 1.5 miles away
The award-winning Daylesford Farm Shop with the exclusive ‘Bamford Wellness Spa’ is about 8 miles away
The Members’ Club, Soho Farmhouse, is about 16.5 miles away
The mainline station is 15 minutes’ walk with train services reaching Oxford from 30 minutes and Paddington from 92 minutes
Other towns within easy reach are Stratford-upon-Avon (16 miles), Cheltenham (23) and Oxford (27)

OUTSIDE
The overall grounds consist of attractive wraparound gardens and two adjoining paddocks with separate vehicular gated access
Directly behind the property, is a beautifully landscaped section of garden, featuring extensive paved terraces, gravelled seating areas and a stunning raised circular fountain. A recently installed detached summer house provides a versatile space with power, lighting and heating
The large terrace continues around to the front of the property, with extensive shrubbery and specimen trees, interspersed with sections of gravel, and an octagonal greenhouse, and a further raised circular fountain, in need of recommissioning, and takes full advantage of views across the surrounding land
The wide double garage has twin up-and-over metal doors, light and power, and an adjoining wc and a good-size utility with space and plumbing for a washing machine, separate tumble dryer and a working sink, and stairs rising to the self-contained first floor flat, which is in need of refurbishment
The flat consists of a fitted kitchen/breakfast room, sitting room and a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, offering great potential for guest accommodation, a rental income or an annex facility for an elderly relative
The original stable wing, has been subsequently converted into an art gallery, although the stable doors remain in place, offering scope for reinstatement to equestrian use, with a few cosmetic alterations, if required
To the front, a generous gravelled driveway provides parking for numerous vehicles, with gated vehicular access to the small paddock located behind the stable wing with separate gated vehicular access to the main paddock leading off Fosse Way
The front entrance has high stone walling fronting the main road, with a central driveway and two sections of lawns interspersed with an abundance of trees, leading to the house and garaging
Two fenced paddocks of 4.54 acres and 0.81 acres have a separate road access

OUTGOINGS
Council tax – currently band G
Tax payable for 2026/27 - £4,020.08

SERVICES
Main water and electricity are connected
LPG gas central heating
Private septic tank drainage
Average broadband speeds advertised within this postcode are up to 53.3 Mbps
Full-fibre broadband is available
EPC Band E – Fosse Manor Farm
EPC Band E – Annexe, Fosse Manor Farm