Thumpers Cottage, Quarhouse, Stroud

Occupying a wonderful semi-rural, elevated setting with far-reaching views across the Golden Valley and surrounding countryside, this extended Cotswold stone cottage is believed to date back to the 18th century. It offers a wealth of character and charm, thoughtfully blended with stylish modern finishes and contemporary comforts.

You enter the cottage via a porch into a welcoming dining room. This room, along with the adjoining sitting room, forms part of the original cottage and features beautiful exposed Cotswold stone fireplaces, adding warmth and authenticity.

The property has been extended at both ends to enhance space and flow. To one side, a single-storey addition creates a show-stopping drawing room with a vaulted ceiling, an impressive space for relaxing or entertaining. To the other, a two-storey extension houses a family friendly kitchen/breakfast room on the ground floor. This bright and sociable space offers a dining area at one end and a range of fitted units (including some integrated appliances) at the other. Access to the pretty side courtyard and gardens can also be found here. The entire ground floor benefits from underfloor heating.

Stairs rise from the dining room to a light and airy landing, where French doors open directly onto the rear garden, a lovely surprise feature. The main bedroom, located above the kitchen/breakfast room, enjoys an en-suite shower room and a fitted wardrobe. Two further bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom, with one of the bedrooms also offering a built-in wardrobe. All upstairs rooms enjoy magnificent countryside views.

The cottage is warmed by gas central heating and has a compliant septic tank drainage system.

Recently redecorated, this unique home is a perfect blend of period charm and modern convenience in an enviable valley setting.

Ofcom rates the broadband speed available as standard, and mobile phone reception as good. The Internal photos were taken in Nov 2022.