Queens Square, Winchcombe, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54

Architecture & Interior
"The Jacobean House" was built in 1618, initially a Guild Hall but quickly converted to a boys school. Its symmetrical facade displays detailed architectural styling of the period. It's also rumoured to have been conceived by Inigo Jones.

Starting outside, throw open the beautifully preserved front door and cross the threshold into an open-plan reception. Covering the entirety of the ground floor, this room is an immersive experience. An overwhelming sense of tranquillity pervades the space, owing largely to the muted, lime-washed tones adorning the walls. These soft hues harmonise effortlessly with the cool stone flooring and the mullioned surrounds of the leaded windows, which frame picturesque views of the town centre and the ancient St. Peter's Church next door.

From one side of the room, the rustic cabinetry of the bespoke kitchen, topped with a marble counter, contains all the required culinary accessories which include a gas fired Aga plus a butlers sink. It's simply styled; slight industrial looking wall shelving sits over top with contrasting pendant lighting above that.

Moving across the flag stone floor, the dining area sits between the kitchen and the comfortable living quarter. In keeping with the rest of the room, the limed walls, paired with an understated aesthetic approach, create a devastatingly effective backdrop that lets the period details command attention.

During cooler periods, a wood burner styled, gas fire throws warmth across the room but during the warmer months, in the far corner, one of three rear doors provides access to the rear garden.

The open staircase to the first floor takes in the thick central wooden beam, a beautiful feature in itself but does its job of propping up the structural integrity of the home. From the landing, original wood floor boards lead to two bedrooms and a shower room. Both bedrooms are refined, well-proportioned and dressed in impressive period styling which culminates in a feature fireplace, each with a time worn honesty.

Heading up one more flight of stairs, the top floor (the owner's favoured part of the home) takes a dominant position. It's a peaceful, historic sanctuary with commanding views across the neighbouring roof lines. Walls covered with chalky tones cross the landing and two rooms, the principal bedroom and elegant bathroom. Its heritage has been thoughtfully captured with original beam work threading its way through the vaulted ceilings that pair beautifully with the original time worn floorboards. The exceptional styling feels like stepping into the pages of glossy interiors magazine.

The Lodge
Built in 1877, the self-contained stone lodge, finished in a style Gothic to reflect the main house, was formerly used as a municipal building collecting rent. Nowadays it serves as a discreet guest house with a private en-suite and laundry facility but would be equally useful as a private office or fourth bedroom.

Outside
The manicured garden is an utter joy. Every corner is curated with detailing, from the castellated fence reflecting the parapet of St Peter's Church which the house sits next to, to the uniformed fruit trees that border the exquisite lawn, and the corner, suntrap rose garden. Two separate doors provide easy access to the outside side of boundary walls.

In the Neighbourhood
Winchcombe is a town, and proudly so. Unlike some of its neighbouring Cotswolds villages, it's a place where people live rather than visit, and that's a good thing, it fosters an enormous sense of community.

Nowhere is this more evident that the shops, coffee shops and local pubs scattered through the surrounding streets that buzz with locals rubbing shoulders with the tourist crowd who frequent the area throughout the year.

The North West Cotswolds location naturally lends itself to an active outdoor lifestyle. Whether you prefer brisk morning runs, contemplative walks or exhilarating cycles through the countryside, these pursuits offer more than exercise - they're a daily dose of nature's therapy. The seemingly endless list of sites for cultural enthusiasts and history buffs alike starting with, Sudley Castle & Gardens which are pretty much on the doorstep.

Longing for the hum of a cosmopolitan town? There's a vibrant night time scene and plenty of retail therapy available just a short 20-minute drive away in Cheltenham and with plenty of other towns to visit across the region, things won't be dull.

Transport & Connections
Cheltenham Spa is the closest main hub around 10 miles from Winchcombe in a car. Extentensive connections take you out into Wales, Bristol and beyond plus London Paddington, which is a direct service, taking around two hours.

The drive is also pretty direct if you're heading to London, Winchcombe sits equidistant to the M4 and M40 and, (traffic depending) should take around two and half hours.

Heading South West or across to Wales? The M5 hugs the Northern coast of the West Country with a junction taking across the Severn Bridge if required. Bristol airport is around an hour's drive.

Material Information?

• Property construction: Traditional Stone
• Heating type: Gas central heating
• Utilities: Gas, electricity, water & broadband
• Gas & Electricity Supply: Independently supplied by OVO Energy
• Water supply & sewerage: Mains connected via Severn Trent Water
• Broadband: Standard download speed 17Mbps, upload speed 1Mbps. Superfast available (d/s 80Mbps, u/s 20Mbps) Source: Ofcom
• Likely external cover on all major networks. Limited internal cover cover linked to Three & O2. Source: Ofcom
• Restrictions: Grade II Listed (listing no 1091480)
• Flood risk: Very low to no risk of any type of flooding. Source: Government's Flood Risk Checker
• Planning permission: [for the property itself and its immediate locality] - Source: Gov.uk
• Accessibility/adaptations: [ e.g. step free access, wet room, essential living accommodation on entrance level]
• Coalfield or mining area: No. Source: The Coal Authority
• Flight path: Yes, albeit not necessarily directly. Source: FlightRadar24