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Floorplan
Map5 bedroom detached house
Chain-free
Study
Detached house
5 beds
4 baths
2518
EPC rating: D
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Features and description
Standing on the middle to upper slopes of Battledown hill in private westerly facing grounds extending to 0.887 of an acre, affording spectacular views towards the Malvern Hills, is this highly individual detached property offering three versatile reception rooms, a 21' kitchen/breakfast room with an adjoining utility room, five spacious bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms including two bedroom suites whilst externally there is generous gated secure parking, garaging and beautiful grounds with deep terraces to enjoy the views. The property is also offered with no onward chain.
Description - Standing on the middle to upper slopes of Battledown hill commanding what has to be some of the finest views across the town towards the Malvern Hills and Black Mountains is this highly individual detached property offering versatile living accommodation approaching 2900 sq.ft which would be ideal for a growing family.
Internally the property is beautifully light and airy and offers a spacious reception hall off which is a home office, formal dining or family room, triple aspect sitting room with lovely views of the garden and a superb 21’ open plan ‘L’ shaped kitchen/breakfast room with an adjoining utility room with doors to both the drive and the double garaging. Additionally there is a cloakroom and a separate shower room.
On the first floor off a spacious landing are five beautifully proportioned bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms including two bedroom suites. Four of the bedrooms are positioned at the rear of the property benefiting from unrivalled views and one also has a sun balcony.
Externally the property is accessed via double electric gates leading to a large driveway providing secure off road parking for numerous vehicles in addition to a large double garage.
The property sits in probably one of the largest remaining single plots on the Battledown estate, extending to 0.887 of an acre comprising of deep tiered terraces to enjoy the views also ideal for al fresco dining during the warmer months. The garden is surrounded by mature trees creating a high degree of privacy and the gently sloping lawns are interspersed with a wide variety of producing fruit trees including plum, apple and pear.
Central to the garden is an enclosed copse bounded by wrought iron railings stocked with an abundance of mature trees, bushes, fruit trees and a pond creating an unspoiled wildlife habitat, historically the property has benefitted from various ponds connected to each other by a stone channels.
There is plenty of external storage on offer including two lockable rooms under the garage, ideal for a workshop and a detached lock up store formerly housing an infinity pool.
The property is offered with no onward chain and a general programme of updating would be beneficial.
Situation - Battledown is located on the east side of Cheltenham and regarded as being one of the most sought-after locations in the town. A historic private estate dating from 1859, Battledown comprises of a small collection of individual detached homes set over 120 acres. The Water Gardens is located on Birchley Road in a prominent position affording unrivalled views over the town towards the Malvern Hills and Black Mountains. The town centre is a convenient twenty five minute walk away and locally there is an excellent choice of amenities and schools at Sixway’s and in the Old Village. The location is also convenient for access to the A40 to the Cotswolds, Oxford & London.
General Information - GENERAL INFORMATION
Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected to the property.
Battledown Estate Charge for 2025: tbc
Cheltenham Borough Council:[use Contact Agent Button].
Council Tax Band: (H) – £4,387.52pa. (2024/2025).
EPC Rating: (D) valid until June 2026.
Viewings:
Strictly by prior appointment through the sole agents, Charles Lear & Co. on[use Contact Agent Button].
Description - Standing on the middle to upper slopes of Battledown hill commanding what has to be some of the finest views across the town towards the Malvern Hills and Black Mountains is this highly individual detached property offering versatile living accommodation approaching 2900 sq.ft which would be ideal for a growing family.
Internally the property is beautifully light and airy and offers a spacious reception hall off which is a home office, formal dining or family room, triple aspect sitting room with lovely views of the garden and a superb 21’ open plan ‘L’ shaped kitchen/breakfast room with an adjoining utility room with doors to both the drive and the double garaging. Additionally there is a cloakroom and a separate shower room.
On the first floor off a spacious landing are five beautifully proportioned bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms including two bedroom suites. Four of the bedrooms are positioned at the rear of the property benefiting from unrivalled views and one also has a sun balcony.
Externally the property is accessed via double electric gates leading to a large driveway providing secure off road parking for numerous vehicles in addition to a large double garage.
The property sits in probably one of the largest remaining single plots on the Battledown estate, extending to 0.887 of an acre comprising of deep tiered terraces to enjoy the views also ideal for al fresco dining during the warmer months. The garden is surrounded by mature trees creating a high degree of privacy and the gently sloping lawns are interspersed with a wide variety of producing fruit trees including plum, apple and pear.
Central to the garden is an enclosed copse bounded by wrought iron railings stocked with an abundance of mature trees, bushes, fruit trees and a pond creating an unspoiled wildlife habitat, historically the property has benefitted from various ponds connected to each other by a stone channels.
There is plenty of external storage on offer including two lockable rooms under the garage, ideal for a workshop and a detached lock up store formerly housing an infinity pool.
The property is offered with no onward chain and a general programme of updating would be beneficial.
Situation - Battledown is located on the east side of Cheltenham and regarded as being one of the most sought-after locations in the town. A historic private estate dating from 1859, Battledown comprises of a small collection of individual detached homes set over 120 acres. The Water Gardens is located on Birchley Road in a prominent position affording unrivalled views over the town towards the Malvern Hills and Black Mountains. The town centre is a convenient twenty five minute walk away and locally there is an excellent choice of amenities and schools at Sixway’s and in the Old Village. The location is also convenient for access to the A40 to the Cotswolds, Oxford & London.
General Information - GENERAL INFORMATION
Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected to the property.
Battledown Estate Charge for 2025: tbc
Cheltenham Borough Council:[use Contact Agent Button].
Council Tax Band: (H) – £4,387.52pa. (2024/2025).
EPC Rating: (D) valid until June 2026.
Viewings:
Strictly by prior appointment through the sole agents, Charles Lear & Co. on[use Contact Agent Button].
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