Hidden 18th century mid-terrace stone cottage - Stroud, Cotswolds

People who have lived in Stroud for many years are unaware of this little terrace of three mill-workers cottages, tucked away in an idyllic situation behind the old mill buildings which now house various interesting businesses such as an Art Glass Studio and Vintage & Industrial Lighting specialists. With lovely neighbours and delightful gardens sloping down to Slad Brook, this is a peaceful haven to come back to after exploring the surrounding countryside.

The open-plan living room/kitchen features a woodburning stove which can be used to supplement the gas central heating. There is a good internet/WiFi service, however I do not have a TV. I have recently had the kitchen completely refurbished. It is well-equipped with an induction hob over an electric oven; a `boiling` tap; microwave/multi-cooker/slow-cooker also available. A large walk-in cupboard houses a capacious fridge-freezer and a washing machine (please note: there is no drier but a clothesline in the garden and an airer with dehumidifier for drying indoors).

Stairs lead up to the first floor with a bright double bedroom and the bathroom next door, which has recently been remodelled with the addition of a 'soaking bath'. There is a step for the less athletic to help get into the bath (I include myself in this!), but anyone with hip/mobility issues may struggle.

A second flight leads up to another sunny bedroom that can be made up as either a single or a double, and a smaller room equipped with a futon sofa that can be used as a daybed or another single. Whilst the bedrooms could accommodate a maximum of four people, the house is small and with just one bathroom I feel that a more comfortable maximum is three.

All the gardens are to the side and in typical Stroud fashion, there are no fences between them - we just treat each other`s space with respect! My garden is in the middle, with a little sun-trap patio above a raised vegetable patch at the top and a `secret` garden at the bottom, created by the planting of screening bushes, providing a great deal of privacy when sitting outside. Chairs and tables are stored in the shed at the top of the garden. Don`t be surprised if you come across deer and badgers in the gardens!

About the location

Stroud is a vibrant market town in the centre of the Cotswolds at the meeting point of the Five Valleys. It is renowned for its independent spirit, thriving cafe culture with plenty of music, theatre and arts events taking place throughout the year. There are many beautiful walks and cycle routes to suit all ages and abilities, from the Cotswold Way and the Five Valleys walk, or the Laurie Lee Wildlife Trail through the glorious Slad Valley to more leisurely strolls along the historical Stroudwater Canal.

The town centre is a ten minute walk from the cottage, with the highly acclaimed Farmers` Market and a wide range of independent shops with a lot of organic produce available. Pubs, restaurants and cafes offer a wide-range of options between them for eating out. Public transport is reasonable with local buses and trains to Gloucester and Cheltenham as well as further afield.

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