Thornhill FarmhouseNear Lechlade, Gloucestershire

Thornhill FarmhouseA wonderful farmhouse requiring modernisation, with a multitude of outbuildings including a magnificent Cotswold stone barn, all set around a pretty courtyard.

Butler Sherborn, 2 High Street, Burford Oxon, OX18 4RRT 01993 822325E angus@butlersherborn.co.uk www.butlersherborn.co.uk

DescriptionThornhill Farmhouse is a spacious property that has been under the current ownership for over 50 years. As well as the farmhouse, there are a number of outbuildings, ranging from stables, garaging and stone storage sheds, to a wonderful Cotswold stone barn. The outbuildings are set around a central courtyard and offer a huge amount of potential for a variety of uses.The house is in need of modernisation throughout. The accommodation is arranged over three floors and comprises on the ground floor; sitting room, drawing room, large pantry, kitchen, separate breakfast room and shower room. The first floor has four bedrooms and a bathroom, and in the attic, there are two further double bedrooms. In addition, a cellar can be accessed from the entrance hall.The house is set back from the road and enjoys a southerly aspect. The courtyard is enclosed on one side by the stunning two storey Cotswold stone barn with exposed beams and tallet steps. To the front of the courtyard is a stable block, store and former office, and to the other side, further storage and garaging. The property extends in front of the stables to the road, incorporating the drive, a grassed area, fruit trees and a brook. It is well screened from the road by trees. The gardens to the side and rear are mainly laid to lawn and offer views across the fields and include a small terraced area with further storage

• Kitchen and Breakfast Room

• 6 bedrooms • 2 bath/shower rooms• Drawing Room• Sitting room• Entrance Hall• Two Staircases

• Cellar • Gardens and grounds• Stunning Cotswold Stone

Barn • Garaging and parking• Further Outbuildings• Stables• Gardens and Grounds

SituationLechlade 2.5 miles. Fairford 2 miles. Cirencester 12 miles. Swindon 10.5 miles. Oxford 25 miles.

The medieval riverside towns of nearby Lechlade and Fairford provide for most everyday needs with a wider choice of shops, restaurants and other amenities at Cirencester. The larger centres of Oxford and Swindon are both within easy driving distance.

The A417 connects to the A361 south to Swindon and the M4 and north to the A40/M40 beyond Oxford. The A417 also provides a direct route west to the M5. Train links from Swindon

to London-Paddington in about 55 minutes. London coach service by National Express from Cirencester centre (via Oxford).

AmenitiesLocal sporting facilities are excellent. Golf at Cirencester and Highworth; Racing at Cheltenham and Newbury; Polo at Cirencester Park. Theatres and cultural activities in Oxford.

There are excellent private and state schools in the area including Farmor’s Secondary School, Hatherop Castle and Cirencester College.

Disclaimer NoticeThese particulars, including any plan, are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but do not amount to a representation or warranty. They should not be relied upon as statements of fact and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their correctness by inspection or otherwise. Neither Butler Sherborn nor the seller accept responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. Neither the partners nor any employees of Butler Sherborn have any authority to make any representation of warranty whatsoever in relation to this property. Bearings are approximate and you should not rely upon them without checking them first. Please discuss with us any aspects which are particularly important to you before travelling to view this property. Photographs taken and particulars written: Photographs and Particulars written: Sept 2014

Local AuthorityCotswold District Council, Trinity Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 1PX. Tel (01285) 623000.

Fixtures and Fittings Only those items mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. All other fixtures and fittings including curtains, garden ornaments and statues are excluded. Some may be available by separate negotiation if required.

ServicesMains water, electricity and gas. Gas fired Aga and central heating. Private drainage. NB A new drainage system will need to be installed immediately by the buyers to comply with the arrangement agreed when the land, house and barns were divided. Telephone (subject to BT regulations). Broadband available. (No tests to the suitability of services have been carried out and intending buyers should commission their own tests if required).

Viewing Strictly by appointment with Butler Sherborn. If there are any points which are of particular importance we invite you to discuss them with us before you travel to view the property. Please telephone Butler Sherborn Burford Office T 01993 822325 orThe London Office T 0207 839 0888. E angus@butlersherborn.co.uk

Directions (Postcode GL7 3DX)From Burford take the A361 to Lechlade. Continue on this road and once in Lechlade, continue straight over the lights in the direction of Fairford on the A417. Continue on this road, passing the Lechlade Garden Centre on your right, then the Lakes by Yoo on your left. The entrance to Thornhill Farmhouse will be on the right hand side over a recently constructed stone bridge.

Butler Sherborn, 2 High Street, Burford Oxon, OX18 4RRT 01993 822325 E angus@butlersherborn.co.uk www.butlersherborn.co.uk