Characterful Grade II cottage in Bibury — renovated, courtyard garden, village living.
Grade II listed two-bedroom Cotswold stone cottage with period features
Recently renovated interior with updated kitchen and bathrooms
Open-plan kitchen/diner with access to private courtyard garden
Cellar with power — useful for appliances or extra storage
Electric storage heating; likely higher running costs than mains gas
Stone walls likely lack modern insulation — maintenance needed
Small plot/courtyard only; no substantial rear garden
Listed status — alterations require listed building consent
Set in the picture-postcard village of Bibury, this Grade II listed two-bedroom stone cottage blends original character with careful modernisation. Exposed beams, mullion windows and a stone fireplace give authentic Cotswold charm, while a recently updated kitchen, bathroom suites and double glazing provide everyday comfort.
Arranged over cellar, ground, first and second floors, the layout makes good use of compact space: a light open-plan kitchen/dining room opens to a private courtyard, a dual-aspect sitting room sits on the first floor, and the principal bedroom occupies the top floor with built-in storage. The cellar is usefully powered for laundry or appliances.
Practical considerations are explicit: listed status means repairs and alterations require consent and can be more complex; the stone walls are likely uninsulated (as-built) and heating is by electric storage heaters, which may affect running costs. Outdoor space is limited to a small courtyard rather than a garden, and council tax is above average for the area.
This cottage will suit a buyer seeking a low‑maintenance village home with character—ideal for downsizers or those wanting a rural base with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal. It is newly renovated for immediate occupation but will need the ongoing upkeep typical of older stone properties and listed buildings.