Location

Draycott is a delightful hamlet situated in the picturesque Cotswold Hills, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, green meadows, and charming country lanes, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Draycott is located within easy reach of popular tourist destinations in the North Cotswolds and adjoining counties. Draycott is situated between Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh which both offer a range of amenities, shopping options, cultural attractions and schools. Local amenities in Blockley include an excellent village shop, a primary school, St Peters Church and two public houses. There is an excellent range of state and independent schools in the area including Blockley Primary School, Chipping Campden School, the Cotswold School, Cheltenham Ladies’ College and King Edward VI School in Stratford-upon-Avon.

The Cotswolds’ year is packed with events ranging from world famous international festivals like Cheltenham Literature Festival and Cheltenham Gold Cup Week to major musical events such as the Wilderness Festival and the Big Feastival, as well as a jam-packed events calendar featuring concerts, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals and theatrical productions. The Cotswold Way, a popular walking trail, passes close to Draycott, offering opportunities for exploring the surrounding countryside.

Description

Occupied by the same family for nearly 100 years, the Old Chequer is a quintessential and substantial Cotswold property, perfectly blending contemporary comfort with rich historical charm. Nestled in the serene hamlet of Draycott, this picturesque cottage is ideally situated between the vibrant market towns of Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh. With origins dating back to the sixteenth-century, The Old Chequer was originally a village pub and one of the oldest properties in the village. This Grade II Listed building showcases remarkable original features including flagstone floors, oak beams and original fireplaces.

glazed porch leads to a generous and well-proportioned sitting hall with an impressive inglenook fireplace and flagstone floor which continues into the welcoming, dual aspect family room with a fireplace. A door leads to the garden. The expansive kitchen/dining room is the heart of the home with areas for dining and sitting. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units with integrated appliances including a double oven. There is ample room for a large dining table and chairs as well as armchairs by the fireplace, again with a wood burning stove.

There are three excellent bedrooms on the first floor, two of which are en suite. Bedroom two benefits from an en suite shower cubicle. On the second floor are two further bedrooms and two very useful loft rooms which are perfect for storage and offer scope for conversion to further living accommodation.

To the front of the property is a large detached outbuilding with two rooms, a stable and car port. Potential exists to use the building for a variety of purposes including ancillary accommodation, home office or studio subject to planning consent.

The property is approached from the village lane through timber posts leading to a substantial gravelled parking area in front of the house. The south-facing garden lies to the rear comprising areas of lawn with a paved terrace and mature hedging.

Directions

From the centre of Moreton-in-Marsh head north on the A429. Just before the railway bridge turn left signposted Batsford. After approximately one mile follow the road around to the right and at the next crossroads turn left towards Draycott. Continue into the village and the property will be found on the left just before the crossroads.