DESCRIPTION
The Gables offers a stunning and unique Grade II listed Victorian home, beautifully and sympathetically restored by the current owner. Believed to have been the former mill manager's residence, the property is filled with charm and steeped in history. As soon as you sweep through the gated entrance you know you're in for a treat. An ornate lead porch, more typical of the decorative Regency era, sets the romantic tone for what lies within. The property opens into a spacious reception hall with original flagstone floor with the two main reception rooms leading off. Lovely fireplaces provide a focal point to both the drawing and sitting rooms, with wood burning stoves inset. South facing, both of these rooms offer wonderful light filled spaces, perfect for entertaining and benefitting from the original shutters. The main kitchen and dining area is to the rear of the property, with electric Aga, flagstone floor and beautifully restored lead mullion windows. There is a second fully fitted 'chef's kitchen' leading off the main kitchen. A mezzanine home office also leads off the main kitchen plus a boot room with access to the rear enclosed garden.

A sweeping staircase with ornate wrought iron balustrade leads to a spacious first floor landing and four double bedrooms. The principal bedroom is en-suite and is a spacious room overlooking the south facing garden. There is also a family bathroom on this floor. There are four further bedrooms on the second floor plus a cloakroom and small kitchen.

The real jewel in The Gables' crown however, has to be its garden. South facing, the grounds extend to over half an acre, with a magical stream running through the garden and a fabulous cut flower garden and vegetable area. The vendor has a diploma in garden design and the borders are beautifully stocked with perennials providing fabulous annual displays. There is a stunning fully insulated Summerhouse with power, plus numerous landscaped areas, ideal for alfresco entertaining.

There is a separate self-contained one bed cottage attached to the property with kitchen/living space, en-suite bedroom and private courtyard garden.

A gated gravel driveway leads to a double garage and ample parking.

LOCATION
The Gables is located within the grounds of the former textiles factory, Dunkirk Mill. Now converted to residential accommodation, the complex offers fabulous facilities alongside a great sense of community, with an active social committee hosting annual summer barbecues and Christmas drinks parties. Inchbrook is a small village just a ten minute walk along a quiet cycle path from the thriving market town of Nailsworth. This popular market town offers a plethora of independent retailers, boutique shops and bijou restaurants. Nearby Minchinhampton also offers excellent facilities along with over 600 acres of National Trust common land, plus a popular golf course. Nearby Stroud has several leading supermarkets, including Waitrose, plus a popular Saturday Farmer's Market. The surrounding countryside is unspoilt with great walks and popular cycle tracks

One of the key draws to the area is the excellent choice of schools, with grammar schools in Stroud, Gloucester and Cheltenham, as well as many popular schools in the private sector. Beaudesert Park School is a five minute drive away and Wycliffe and Westonbirt are also easily accessible.

The property is well located for commuting with both the M4 and M5 easily accessible and London 2 hours by road or circa 90 minutes by rail from nearby Stroud Station.

AGENT'S NOTE
An annual estate management charge provides access to Dunkirk Mills' excellent shared facilities, including a swimming pool, tennis courts, gym and sauna. Residents of the Mill complex also have free access to 3 stunning lakes, offering a plethora of flora and fauna, perfect for family picnics.