Grade II Listed Cotswold Village House With Five Bedrooms, Approved Planning & Exceptional Parking

Horse Inn House occupies a distinctive position within one of the North Cotswolds’ most sought-after villages.

Offering approximately 2,777 sq ft (258 sq m) of accommodation, the property combines five bedrooms, three bathrooms, generous reception rooms, mature south-facing gardens and private parking for seven or more vehicles—an exceptionally rare combination within a historic Cotswold village.

Believed to incorporate parts dating back to the sixteenth century and Grade II Listed, the house has evolved over generations into a comfortable family home that retains the scale, craftsmanship and character expected of an important period property while accommodating modern family life with ease.

A House Centuries in the Making

Horse Inn House is more than a beautifully preserved period home.

Its history explains why it offers a scale and flexibility rarely found in traditional village houses.

Over the centuries it is believed to have served not only as a private residence, but also as a hostelry and later a bed and breakfast, while previous owners are said to have included a brewer, a stonemason, a taxidermist and even a diplomat.

Today, it continues its evolution as an exceptional family home.

Living Accommodation

The accommodation has developed naturally over centuries rather than being constrained by modern housebuilding conventions.

The ground floor centres around three generous reception rooms:

Living Room – 24’8” × 14’1” (7.51 m × 4.30 m)
Family Room – 20’0” × 17’3” (6.10 m × 5.25 m)
Dining Room – 18’2” × 12’7” (5.53 m × 3.83 m)

Together they provide a variety of spaces for entertaining, family life and quieter evenings beside the fire.

The kitchen overlooks the south-facing gardens and is complemented by a generous utility/laundry room together with useful ancillary spaces.

Original beams, exposed Cotswold stone, flagstone floors and period fireplaces remain integral to the house’s character.

Bedroom Accommodation

The first and second floors provide:

Five bedrooms
Three bathrooms
Spacious principal suite
Two particularly generous guest bedrooms
Flexible accommodation for home working or visiting family

Approximate Gross Internal Area: 2,777 sq ft (258 sq m)

Gardens, Parking & Approved Planning

Outside, Horse Inn House continues to distinguish itself.

The private gravel driveway provides parking for seven or more vehicles before opening into approximately 5,500 sq ft of mature south-facing gardens, creating an unusually private setting within the village.

The gardens offer space for entertaining, gardening and family life while enjoying attractive countryside views.

The property also benefits from approved planning permission to enhance the former detached cottage adjoining the garage by creating a first floor together with a new entrance door and window, providing future flexibility for ancillary accommodation, a home office, studio or similar use, subject to the approved consent.

Thoughtfully Updated

While preserving its historic character, Horse Inn House also benefits from modern improvements including:

Air source heat pump
Mains water
Mains electricity
Mains drainage
Ultrafast broadband availability (subject to provider)

The result is a period property that combines historic character with practical modern living.

Location

Situated in the highly regarded village of Bourton-on-the-Hill, Horse Inn House enjoys easy access to Moreton-in-Marsh and direct rail services to Oxford and London Paddington.

The surrounding North Cotswolds offers exceptional walking, beautiful countryside, highly regarded pubs, restaurants and independent shops, together with easy access to Chipping Campden, Broadway, Stow-on-the-Wold and many of England’s best-known villages.

Whether as a permanent residence or a weekend retreat, the location offers an exceptional balance between rural tranquillity and everyday convenience.

A Rare Opportunity

Horse Inn House combines qualities that are increasingly difficult to find together: generous family accommodation, authentic period character, mature south-facing gardens, exceptional parking and approved future potential within one of the Cotswolds’ most desirable villages.

It represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial Grade II Listed home that has continued to evolve for centuries while remaining perfectly suited to modern family life.

Key Features
Grade II Listed period residence
Believed to date in part from the sixteenth century
Approximately 2,777 sq ft (258 sq m)
Five bedrooms
Three bathrooms
Three generous reception rooms
Character kitchen
Utility / laundry room
Original beams and exposed stonework
Flagstone flooring
Period fireplaces
Wood-burning stove
Air source heat pump
Mature south-facing gardens (approx. 5,500 sq ft)
Countryside views
Private gravel driveway
Parking for seven or more vehicles
Approved planning permission for the former detached cottage
Highly sought-after North Cotswold village
Excellent access to Moreton-in-Marsh railway station
Ideal as a family home, country residence or weekend retreat

*Auction Information*

For sale by auction.

Auction date, registration requirements, legal pack information and bidding terms are available upon request.

Buyers are advised to review all legal documentation prior to bidding.

Auctioneer Comments: This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd). If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer is responsible for the Pack fee. For the most recent information on the Buyer Information Pack fee, please contact the iamsold team. The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc. VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £960 inc. VAT. These services are optional.

*Disclaimer*

All information provided, including historical references, services, measurements and property details, has been supplied by the seller and/or obtained from sources believed to be reliable. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own due diligence and satisfy themselves as to all matters relating to the property. Measurements are approximate and provided for guidance only.