Phoenix House 3, Crescent Terrace

The most beautifully finished and extremely grand townhouse, refurbished throughout, within a five-minute walk of Montpellier and Cheltenham’s famous Promenade.

Description Phoenix House is exceptional, a beautifully finished period townhouse that bestows a Grade II listing, forming part of an attractive street in what is undeniably one of Cheltenham’s most prominent crescents. The current owners have meticulously refurbished and remodeled the property, from the outside in, skillfully balancing a sympathetic modern approach to the period structure, without compromising on the beautiful intricacies of its era that are prominent throughout including high ceilings, ornate cornicing and large Sash windows. Spanning over c3870 Sq Ft of accommodation, the property is particularly grand and luxurious, with the finest detail considered and a room for every eventuality both formal and informal. The house is arranged over four floors, with the lower ground floor a separately accessed level comprising an informal sitting room, an infra-red wellness sauna/treatment room, a bedroom with en suite and a tranquil, light filled modern room with doors opening to the courtyard area and living garden, which makes a lovely yoga/Pilates studio or reading room. A wine storage area and utility room complete this floor. Should a prospective owner wish, this could be adapted to become a self-contained annex, to generate a supplementary income or to keep, as it is currently used, as overflow/guest accommodation to the main house, as the original staircase connecting the two is still in use. Entrance is via a few stone steps into the grand hallway with a cantilevered staircase. The raised ground floor contains the reception rooms. This entire floor is beautiful, it interlinks and flows to create a wonderful space in which to entertain. The double reception room is arranged as a drawing room to the front, overlooking the street scene through two large sash windows, with a formal dining area which is a continuation of the kitchen and open plan to the breakfast room. The kitchen itself has been extremely well planned with every detail considered during the renovation to create two areas, one solely for cooking and storing with an excellent range of fitted modern units and integrated appliances, and a raised level for a breakfast bar and further wall cabinetry for dining, making this a wonderfully sociable room that offers functionality. Double doors open directly to the raised decked balcony ideal for a bistro table, all overlooking the courtyard garden.

The first floor has been indulgently remodeled to create the most magnificent principal suite complete with a luxurious en suite bathroom with a freestanding bath and his/her sinks. This beautiful room has the classic townhouse grandeur with three Sash windows that access a balcony and a wall of fitted wardrobes and a fireplace. A bedroom, on the mezzanine level, has been altered to become the walk in wardrobe exclusively for the master suite, with bespoke cabinetry that lines each wall. Should a prospective new owner wish, the dressing room could be reinstated to the double bedroom it once was.

On the second floor are three charming bedrooms, with a luxury bathroom with a freestanding bath.

The staircase continues to the third floor with a further bedroom with its own en suite shower room. Light floods through the ornate ceiling lantern that is intrinsic to the period feel of the house and the amount of natural light that filters through the bedroom floors.

In all, the most impeccable townhouse, of great architectural merit, renovated to the highest standard throughout and ideal for town living or as a lock up and leave. This is as much a house for grown-ups as it is for families, as the current owners can attest, having greatly enjoyed designing and renovating the property.

Outside The outside terrace is a lovely courtyard area, which is soaked in all day sun. Cleverley designed to be a green oasis, this entire area is well stocked with curated plants, herbs and flower beds. High walling provides a framework and privacy to the boundaries and there is pedestrian access to the side. Residents can acquire parking permits which allows for easy parking and there is a reserved parking bay for Phoenix House.

Situation
Crescent Terrace is a uniform terrace and iconic landmark in the town epitomising the classic street scenes of fine Georgian architecture. Whilst prominent, the sweeping crescent is positioned discreetly and is in an unusually quiet spot for town. Set within the hub of cultural Cheltenham, it is within strolling distance of a lovely range of amenities on Promenade and within a short stroll of Montpellier’s fashionable parade with its café and restaurant culture in addition to boutique shops. Cheltenham is famous for the many festivals it hosts, and Crescent Terrace is comfortably situated to enjoy all that the town offers. Also, within a short walk are Cheltenham’s notable boarding and day schools including The Cheltenham Ladies’ College, Cheltenham College and Dean Close. The fashionable shopping districts, Montpellier and the Promenade, are extremely close enjoying some excellent shopping, restaurants. Communication links are extremely easy and Cheltenham Spa train station is within a comfortable walk. Cheltenham Borough Council (01242) 262626
Services All mains services are connected