4 bedroom townhouse for sale

A wonderful and substantial period home that offers far more than first meets the eye — combining generous living space with gorgeous character features, exposed beams and original flooring, alongside a beautifully private, peaceful walled cottage garden where you’d never believe you’re just moments from the town centre.

Positioned just a short stroll from the centre of Shipston-on-Stour, this is a home that beautifully balances convenience with a surprising sense of peace and seclusion.

The Home
Behind its attractive period façade lies a wonderfully spacious and versatile family home, arranged over three floors. This is very much a house you need to step inside to fully appreciate — the scale, flow and feel unfold as you move through it.

The generous frontage hints at what’s to come, with double garage doors opening from the street, adding both practicality and exciting potential. Step inside and you’re welcomed by a beautiful tiled hallway, bright and inviting, setting the tone for the character and warmth found throughout.

From here, the accommodation flows effortlessly. Interconnecting reception spaces wrap around the rear of the house, creating a natural sense of movement and flexibility for family life and entertaining, while an additional reception room to the front offers further versatility.

Despite its central position, what is most striking is the unexpected tranquillity. To the rear, the house opens out onto enchanting cottage gardens that stretch across the full width of the property, providing a beautiful outlook from the living spaces and creating a truly peaceful, period setting that feels a world away from the town centre.

Ground Floor Living
The ground floor offers a wonderful balance of character, practicality and flexibility, perfectly suited to both everyday living and entertaining.

The main living room is a warm and inviting space, centred around a charming open fire, creating a cosy focal point for the colder months. From here, the layout flows naturally through to the kitchen, giving a lovely sense of connection while still retaining defined spaces.

There is a further reception room just off the hallway, currently arranged as a snug, offering a wonderfully cosy and versatile second sitting area. Centred around an attractive exposed brick fireplace with stone hearth and timber surround, it provides a charming focal point, complemented by soft tones and an abundance of natural light. Ideal for quieter evenings, reading, or as a more intimate retreat, and adds flexibility and character to the overall living space.

To the rear, the kitchen/dining room is a generous and highly sociable space, perfectly suited to modern family life. Fitted with a range of classic cabinetry and ample worktop space, it offers both practicality and warmth, while the dining area enjoys lovely natural light and views out towards the garden — an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining alike.

Beyond the kitchen, a separate utility room and cloakroom/WC add further convenience, keeping the main space streamlined and functional.

A rear hallway/boot room provides a useful transitional space, with direct access out to the garden, enhancing the overall flow of the house and offering a practical spot for coats, shoes and day-to-day essentials — all while framing a charming outlook onto the garden.

One of the standout features of the property is the substantial garage and adjoining space. The garage itself is full height and impressively spacious, offering excellent storage or workshop potential. Beyond this, a further room presents an exciting opportunity, with planning permission already in place to convert into additional living accommodation, whether as guest space, annexe-style living or extended family accommodation.

Alternatively, the space can simply be retained as it is, providing excellent garaging, storage or hobby space, depending on your needs.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
The bedroom accommodation is thoughtfully arranged across the upper floors, offering both flexibility and a real sense of character.

On the first floor, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms, each enjoying a lovely, light feel and retaining the home’s period charm. These rooms are served by a stylish family bathroom, well-appointed and finished in a clean, contemporary style.

A real highlight of the home is found on the second floor, where a staircase leads up to a stunning principal bedroom suite set within the eaves. This is a truly special space, full of character, with beautiful exposed timbers and a wonderful sense of volume and individuality.

The suite has been cleverly designed to maximise both space and functionality, with a smartly configured en-suite shower room discreetly positioned behind the bed area and accessible from both sides, creating a seamless and practical layout.

This upper level offers a perfect retreat, ideal as a principal suite, guest space or even a more private, tucked-away haven within the home.

Garden & Outside Space

The garden is a true highlight of the property, a simply gorgeous, walled cottage garden, rich in character and beautifully established, offering a rare sense of peace and privacy just moments from the town centre.

Designed to be both enjoyed and admired, it provides a lovely balance of lawn, planted borders and seating areas. There is a real sense of maturity here, a timeless tranquillity that perfectly complements the charm and history of the setting.

The sunny patio area sits perfectly for outdoor dining and entertaining, a space to unwind, garden, or simply sit and take in the atmosphere. It’s the kind of space that changes with the seasons and always gives something back.

Importantly, this is a garden that feels incredibly tranquil and private, you would never believe you are just moments from the heart of the town.

Adding further interest and potential, there is a brick outbuilding, formerly a wash house, which would make a wonderful garden room, studio or independent home office. In addition, there are further outbuildings providing useful storage and flexibility, whether for practical use or future adaptation.

Added Potential – The Bonus Opportunity

In addition to being a fantastic home in its own right, the property also benefits from approved planning permission, offering exciting scope for the future.

The existing garage/outbuilding element presents an opportunity to be reimagined into additional living accommodation, such as:

A guest suite
Independent annexe
Or even a separate unit, with planning in place in perpetuity

For buyers seeking multi-generational living, guest space, or income potential, this adds a valuable extra dimension — without compromising the main house.

Location

The Location – Shipston-on-Stour

Often called the Gateway to the Cotswolds, Shipston-on-Stour is a historic South Warwickshire town that offers the perfect blend of charm, culture, and community.

Perfectly positioned between the cultural charm of Stratford-upon-Avon and the rolling landscapes of the North Cotswolds, Shipston-on-Stour offers an unbeatable lifestyle—ideal for those seeking the best of country living with excellent connections and vibrant local life.

The town centre is full of life, with an eclectic mix of independent shops, award-winning eateries, traditional pubs, and cafés, all contributing to its warm and welcoming feel.

But it’s the community spirit that truly makes Shipston special. It’s an incredibly friendly place to live, with clubs, societies, and activities for every interest—from yoga, pilates, and tennis to choirs, amateur dramatics, bridge, and book clubs. There’s also a popular U3A, Scouts and Brownies, a photography and history society, and regular meet-ups for all ages.

The town also plays host to a lively calendar of annual events, including:

The much-loved Shipston Wool Fair
The buzzing Shipston Proms music festival

Literary Festival, Shipston Bookfest

Craft markets, seasonal food fairs, and the Victorian Evening
Everyday life is made easy with amenities such as a medical centre, two dentists, a leisure centre, town hall, and several sports clubs, including rugby, football, cricket, tennis, and bowls.

Education
Shipston is ideal for families, offering access to excellent schools:

Highly regarded Shipston Primary and Shipston High School
Nearby grammar schools including King Edward VI School (KES) and Stratford Girls’ Grammar

Travel & Connectivity
Shipston-on-Stour is ideally placed for commuters and travellers:

Banbury Station (15 miles) – trains to London Marylebone in ~56 minutes
Moreton-in-Marsh Station (6 miles) – trains to London Paddington in ~92 minutes
Stratford-upon-Avon – just 9 miles away
M40 motorway – within 10 miles
Easy reach of Oxford, Cheltenham, Warwick, and Leamington Spa