Situated in the centre of Stow, but tucked away in a gated courtyard. From the courtyard, the apartment is reached up an exterior staircase to a south-facing balcony. Double glass doors lead into an open-plan kitchen/diner with a vaulted ceiling and limestone floor.<br /><br />The kitchen is fitted with modern oak units along two walls and includes a double oven, ceramic hob with extractor fan, dishwasher and washer/dryer, all integrated. An island/breakfast bar incorporates a fitted fridge and freezer.<br /><br />Around the dining area the walls are exposed Cotswold stone and splendid 17th century carved oak surrounds the wooden double doors leading to the living room.<br /><br />The most magnificent features of the apartment are the 17th century wood panelling and the large, ornamental fireplace with antique lintel which dominate the living room. There are two hand-beaten ceiling lights made at Robers` iron works as well as wall lights which are included in the sale price. Both double-glazed velux windows are remote controlled. <br /><br />A wooden door with intricate carved surround leads through to the principal bedroom which has fitted wardrobes and an en suite bathroom. Another wooden door leads from the living room to a cloakroom with fitted cupboards and through to a separate WC.<br /><br />The second bedroom is accessed from the kitchen/diner and it also has an en suite bathroom.<br /><br />The new central heating system is gas-fired and there is a new pressurised water system, new electrical wiring plus the floor throughout is both sound-proofed and fire-proofed.<br /><br /><br />Outside<br />The south-facing balcony is large enough to accommodate a table and chairs for sitting out, and there is one designated car parking space in the courtyard.<br /><br /><br />Neighbourhood<br />The property is located in the centre of the delightful Cotswold town of Stow-on-the-Wold. There is a good range of shops, tearooms, cafés, pubs, restaurants, banks, a post office and other amenities all within easy walking distance. A Tesco superstore is a three-minute drive away. The courtyard is being discreet and secure; with the property having a security alarm fitted too.<br /><br /><br />Location<br />There are railway stations at both Moreton-in-Marsh and Kingham, both of which are about five miles from the property. The train services run south-east to Oxford, Reading and London; and west to Worcester and Hereford.<br /><br />The Fosse Way (A429) runs through Stow, giving access south to Cheltenham (19 miles), and north to the M40, Leamington and Coventry. Oxford is about 30 miles away.<br /><br />The area around Stow is blessed with gorgeous villages, glorious country walking, several sports and leisure facilities, fabulous gastro pubs and a range of other attractions, including a theatre at Chipping Norton (9 miles); Chastleton House National Trust property (6 miles); Daylesford organic farm shop and café (4 miles); and Bourton House Garden, the Batsford Arboretum and falconry centre (6 miles).<br /><br /><br />Situation & Property Information<br />Leasehold: The property will be granted on completion of the sale a new 999-year lease with no ground rent or service charge.<br />Council tax band D — £1,903 Cotswold District Council <br /><br /><br />Viewings<br />Strictly by appointment only. Due to Covid-19, we require that all prospective buyers wear masks and protective gloves. To protect the safety of both vendors and clients, we are unable to accommodate viewings with children under 15. We also require you do not touch anything in the house and ask our representative should you wish to look at anything more closely.<br /><br /><br />Reservation Agreement<br />A Reservation Agreement is available with this property to provide security once your offer has been accepted. Please ask us for more information.<br /><br /><br />Agent`s Disclaimer<br />Distinct Property Consultants is the seller`s agent for this property. We always obtain detailed information from the seller to ensure the information provided is as accurate as possible; however, your legal representative is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your interests. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.<br /><br />Distinct Property Consultants have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services. It is the responsibility of prospective purchasers to check the working condition of these items.<br /><br />To comply with anti-money laundering regulations, buyers will be asked to provide proof of ID and proof of address, as well as proof of funds.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b>Notice</b><br />Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.