South Cerney House, Station Road

The most beautiful and private of family homes in an idyllic position set within an acre of grounds with a padel tennis court and hydro pool, all set behind gated access.

A true family home of exceptional quality and calibre nestled within its own one-acre plot with a hydro pool and padel court, all in the most private of settings in the heart of beautiful, South Cerney.  Set to the edge of a prestigious lakeside development, South Cerney House is a standalone modernist property that is contemporary in design and built entirely for its setting taking advantage of the grounds and pursuits available in such close proximity.

Internally, this is a home of absolute distinction and precision with great consideration given to every element of the build and finish which includes well planned practical accommodation that is ideal for entertaining as it is for family life.  The internal spaces have a playful aesthetic with large panes of glass woven into every angle that flood the house with natural light whilst providing a view of the grounds at every opportunity.

The accommodation extends to over 4600 Sq Ft and is positioned over three floors with a balance of formal and informal living spaces and an excellent arrangement of bedrooms that balance the reception rooms.  

A large hallway introduces the reception space on ground floor level.   A formal sitting room is set to one side, this lovely space extends to over 20 ft and connects to the terrace and gardens by way of bi fold doors.

The kitchen/family and dining room is central to the accommodation, arranged in open plan style, it is the principal space for both family living and for those looking to entertain.  The kitchen itself is fitted with an excellent range of modern units, quality appliances and a large breakfast bar, it also links to the outside terrace through bi fold doors.  A rear hallway connects a cinema room which is adjacent to a shower room, making it a further bedroom should one require.  Additionally, there is a utility room and cloakroom.

The bedrooms are positioned on the upper floors.  On the first floor, four double bedrooms are all beautifully arranged around a wide landing. The principal bedroom has an en suite shower and bathroom and the three further bedrooms share a family bathroom.
 
On the second floor, there are two bedrooms and a bathroom and central to this floor is a wonderful and informal room that can be used in a number of ways but particularly ideal as a teenagers den or games room as it is currently used.

Outside:  The entrance sets the scene to this wonderful home, electric gates open to reveal the house and grounds.  The orientation and position of the house within its plot embraces its charming position within the one acre of level lawns of which the principal reception rooms have access to.  Within the grounds is an all-weather padel tennis court, basketball court, and heated outdoor hydro pool.  The design has been led entirely by the sites sensitive and unique nature and one for pure escapism, ideal as a lock up and leave, holiday home, or family residence for which many people acquire as this location is just 90 minutes' from London.

Situation:  South Cerney is highly regarded village that offers the discerning buyer everything ideal for day to day living and is only three miles from Cirencester.  This attractive and thriving market town provides some comprehensive amenities, a hospital and modern leisure centre, as well as several supermarkets including a large Waitrose, and a variety of independent shops, boutiques, pubs and restaurants. This area is widely known for its sporting opportunities including exceptional offerings at The Lakes.  Private and state schools in the area are excellent, such as Beaudesert, Deer Park, Kingshill, Prior Park, Rendcomb, St Hugh's and Hatherop with nearby Marlborough College in Marlborough's vibrant centre and Cheltenham College and The Cheltenham Ladies' College within a comfortable drive.  Communications are excellent, with access mainly via dual carriageway A417 to the M4 at Swindon and M5 at Cheltenham/Gloucester. There are mainline rail services from Kemble and Swindon where London Paddington can be reached within one hour.