Paxford, Moreton In Marsh, Gloucestershire

Set within approximately 7 acres of glorious Cotswold countryside, in the highly sought after village of Paxford, Stapenhill Barns is a truly exceptional and magical collection of barns that effortlessly blends historic charm with thoughtful, high quality improvements and provides over 6600 sq. ft of accommodation. Dating back to 1838, with sympathetic additions introduced over time, this remarkable property offers an almost cinematic sense of arrival, privacy and rural elegance. Owned and lovingly enhanced by the current custodians since 2003, Stapenhill Barns has been carefully improved with great sensitivity to its heritage, ensuring every detail remains in harmony with its idyllic setting.

Approached through a gated entrance and along an impressive, tree lined driveway, instantly creating a sense of arrival. This striking approach sets the tone beautifully, offering complete privacy, quiet grandeur and revealing the property gradually, heightening the sense of occasion at every turn.

At the heart sits Brook House, a delightful Grade II curtilage listed home radiating warmth and charm. The welcoming entrance hall is both spacious and practical, complemented by a boot room and cloakroom that cater beautifully to country living. From here, the accommodation flows effortlessly into the magnificent kitchen, dining and family room, a truly fabulous space that forms the heart and hub of the home. Flooded with natural light and finished with meticulous attention to detail, this vibrant room offers generous work surfaces, extensive storage and a substantial central island. A charming seating area with a focal fireplace and log burning stove provides a wonderful place to relax, while ample space for a large dining table makes it ideal for entertaining. French doors open out onto the gardens on either side, seamlessly connecting indoors with out and creating a perfect social setting throughout the seasons.

Adjoining the kitchen is a highly functional utility room, providing further practicality for family life. The drawing room is equally impressive, offering a light filled and spacious environment with lovely views across another area of the gardens full of mature hornbeams. French doors open directly onto the outside, enhancing the connection with the landscape, while a fireplace with log burner, exposed beams and character features create a warm and inviting atmosphere. This room is another exceptional space for entertaining or enjoying quieter evenings. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a further sitting room, offering excellent flexibility and lending itself equally well as a snug, home office or playroom, along with an additional WC.

Upstairs, the sense of space and quality continues with a stunning landing, bathed in light from an impressive window that frames beautiful countryside views. The principal bedroom is particularly striking, immaculately presented and generously proportioned, with a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams adding to its character and appeal. It is further complemented by an en suite shower room. Adjoining this is an additional room, currently used as a study or fifth bedroom, which offers exciting potential to create a substantial principal suite, subject to the relevant planning permissions. The gardens can be accessed from the principal suite via an external staircase. There are three further light and generously sized bedrooms, two of which benefit from their own en suite facilities. One bedroom features charming exposed stone features, adding further character and individuality. A well-appointed family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.

In addition to Brook House, the property benefits from an attached annexe known as The Stables. This excellent addition, converted in 2006, provides further versatility and adaptability, and is ideal for multigenerational living, guest accommodation or independent use such as an office or gym. There is also potential, if desired, to integrate the annexe into the main house, subject to the usual consents.

Completing the built accommodation is Oak House, another outstanding barn that was converted in 2006. This superb property now offers a wonderful kitchen and dining space featuring a log burner and beautiful outlook across the surrounding countryside. The contemporary design and generous proportions make it a perfect setting for entertaining and social gatherings. The drawing room is equally impressive, light and spacious, featuring doors opening onto a charming private patio area, ideal for alfresco dining in warmer months.

Oak House provides four exceptional bedrooms, all with en suite bath or shower rooms and storage, offering tremendous flexibility.