Picks Mill, Road Green, North Nibley, GL11 6BA
Road Green, North Nibley, Dursley Picks Mill is a beautiful and spacious stone built former mill believed to date back in part to the 12th century. Situated in its own mature grounds, understood to be approaching 1.7 acres approx. set back from the road approached via a private tree lined driveway with Doverte Brook flanking the rear boundary. In addition to the five bedroomed main house, there is a separate charming detached stone cottage providing options for granny annexe, independent teenager or income from rental letting. This is the first time this property has come to the market in 30 years when the current owners acquired the property and they have carried out extensive renovations and improvements, however there is still tremendous potential on offer with basements rooms and outbuildings for conversion or inclusion into the living accommodation (subject to building regulations and approval). Located on the edge of North Nibley close to the Stinchcombe borders, the area is surrounded by scenic farmland forming part of an area of outstanding natural beauty. Although extremely private, the property is not isolated with the village of North Nibley being less than 1 mile approx. away. The gardens and grounds include a paddock area and natural landscaping forming a habitat for wildlife and a haven for birds which can be seen feeding from a balcony area to the rear. It is thought that the mill had stood on this site since the 12th century formerly known as Mundy Mill a wool mill then owned by Giles Pick in the 1870's when it was used as a grist mill. On entering the property there is a reception hallway leading to a large living room with double fronted wood burner serving a lounge and dining area. There is a further reception room and kitchen with two bedrooms on the first floor with three second floor bedrooms and two en-suite facilities, plus family bathroom. Stable Cottage is a separate dwelling within the grounds is currently let on a short hold tenancy and generates a monthly income of 600.00. In addition, there are various outbuildings and garages, providing useful workshop/stores with potential for conversion, subject to planning permission. The Village of North Nibley has a Post Office and shop, two pubs and primary school with its famous Tyndall Monument in memory of William Tyndall who translated the new testament in the early 1550's. There is a wider range of amenities available at the nearby town's of Wotton Under Edge and Dursley, both having a good range of day to day amenities, cinema, sports centre/swimming pool, supermarkets and schools. The market towns of Tetbury, Nailsworth and Cirencester are all within easy reach and Bristol, Gloucester and Cheltenham are approximately 30 minutes away to meet commuting requirements. Access to the M5 Junction 14 or 13 North is approximately 15 minutes, with the M4 Junction 18 20 minutes drive approx. There are a number of private and public schools in the area including Beaudesert Park, Wycliffe and Westonbirt. The area abounds with lovely walks and rides being close to the Cotswold Way and there is a highly regarded spa at Calcot Manor.
RECEPTION HALLWAY 5.05m (16' 7") x 3.89m (12' 9") Heavy Oak front door leading to the reception hallway having radiator, window to side, beamed ceiling, exposed stone walling and staircase leading to the first floor landing. CLOAKROOM Having low level WC, wash hand basin, towel radiator, exposed stone and electric air extractor fan. FIRST FLOOR LANDING From the entrance hall runs a staircase leading to the first floor landing having windows to side, wood floor boards and staircase leading to the second floor landing. BEDROOM ONE 5.31m (17' 5") x 3.58m (11' 9") Having exposed stone walling, beamed ceiling, two radiators, two windows and linen cupboard/wardrobe. BEDROOM FOUR 5.08m (16' 8") x 3.23m (10' 7") With panelled radiator, window to rear, velux roof light window and built-in wardrobe with hot water storage tank. EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM With vanity wash hand basin, low level WC, shower cubicle with fitted Mains shower unit and towel radiator. LIVING/DINING ROOM 7.37m (24' 2") x 5.08m (16' 8") Lounge area: Having exposed stone walling and feature fireplace with double fronted wood burner also fronting onto the dining area. Two radiators and beamed ceiling. Dining area: With polished wood floor boards, radiator, stone fireplace with timber mantle, UPVC framed double glazed French doors leading out onto a balcony with a West facing aspect looking over Doverte Brook to fields and beyond. SITTING ROOM 4.57m (15' 0")x 2.92m (9' 7") With exposed stone walling, dual aspect windows and tall radiator. KITCHEN 4.19m (13' 9") x 2.97m (9' 9") Fitted with a range of Oak fronted base units with Granite worktop surfaces and matching wall storage cupboards. Bosch stainless steel double oven and four ringed LPG gas hob unit, plumbing for automatic washing machine, inset single drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Part ceramic tiled walls, feature solid fuel range and half glazed door leading to the gardens. BATHROOM 3.58m (11' 9") x 2.82m (9' 3") Having large sunken bath with shower over, wash hand basin, low level WC and bidet. Towel radiator and window to side. BEDROOM TWO 5.13m (16' 10") x 2.92m (9' 7") Having exposed stone walling, beamed ceiling, two radiators and three windows. SECOND FLOOR LANDING Having window to side and built-in wardrobe cupboard, SHOWER ROOM With wash hand basin, low level WC and fitted Regent electric shower unit. BEDROOM THREE 4.22m (13' 10") x 3.51m (11' 6") With two radiators, windows to front and side, velux roof light window and door to en-suite. EN-SUITE Having pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC. BEDROOM FIVE 2.84m (9' 4") x 2.36m (7' 9") With built-in wardrobe, panelled radiator and window to side. BASEMENT 11.43m (37' 6") x 5.08m (16' 8") A versatile and useful space which has potential to be incorporated into the accommodation (subject to building regulations approval). There are windows and doors to the side, front and rear. The area is divided into three sections ideal for conversion. GARAGE 4.34m (14' 3") x 4.19m (13' 9") Having power, light and double doors. GARAGE BLOCK/WORKSHOPS 15.24m (50' 0")x 3.96m (13' 0") Having power and doors to front. GARAGE TWO 4.27m (14' 0")x 3.96m (13' 0")
STABLE COTTAGE A separate stone built detached property with attractive stone fronted elevations having arched windows. There is a gravelled decked patio area to the front with double doors leading to the living room. LIVING ROOM 6.35m (20' 10") x 3.81m (12' 6") Having kitchen area with single drainer stainless steel sink unit, wall and base units, integrated oven and hob, plumbing for automatic washing machine, wall mounted LPG gas boiler supplying central heating and domestic hot water circulation. Stairs leading to the first floor landing. DISCLAIMER These particulars are intended to give a fair and reliable description of the property but no responsibility for any inaccuracy or error can be accepted and do not constitute an offer or contract. We have not tested any services or appliances (including central heating if fitted) referred to in these particulars and the purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the working order and condition. If a property is unoccupied at any time there may be reconnection charges for any switched off/disconnected or drained services or appliances - All measurements are approximate. FIRST FLOOR LANDING BEDROOM EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM Having wash hand basin, low level WC and walk-in shower cubicle. MAINS SERVICES Mains services of electricity and water are connected to the property. Drainage to septic tank. OUTSIDE The property is approached via a long gravelled/tarmac driveway with paddock area to the right having mature specimen trees, shrubs and bushes. There is a large area of uncultivated garden which is a haven for wildlife with numerous birds enjoying the tranquillity of the gardens. With stone built pigsty and former forge now used as workshop/store, poly tunnel greenhouse and above ground swimming pool in need of maintenance and updating. BOILER ROOM/WORKSHOP 4.19m (13' 9") x 2.06m (6' 9") Kidde oil fired boiler supplying central heating and domestic hot water circulation. Power, light and water supply.
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