50032431 regency lodge, 30 evesham road, chelts

Regency Lodge30 Evesham Road | Cheltenham | GL52 2AB

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Regency LodgeGrade II Listed Regency Lodge, was built by Joseph Pitt in 1836 as part of Cheltenham’s Pittville Estate. It is located within walking distance of the town centre but is adjacent to Pittville Park and Pump Room and Wellington and Clarence Squares. This prestigious terraced family home provides stylish and flexible accommodation arranged over five storeys, including the one-bedroom self-contained Garden Flat on the lower ground floor and a large double garage at the end of the garden.

“Drewe and I bought Regency Lodge in 2007 for its beauty, its space and its location,” explains Felicity. “It was the house of our marriage and we brought together two large families here. Many similar properties have been divided into flats, so Regency Lodge was a very rare find and has fulfilled its purpose as a stylish, wonderful family home.”

“In addition to the Garden Flat, which comprises a living room, a kitchen and an en-suite bedroom, the house provides either six bedrooms and three reception rooms, or five bedrooms and four reception rooms, so it’s very versatile,” elaborates Drewe. “The light and high-ceilinged reception rooms on the ground and first floors have the elegant tall windows typical of the finest houses of the period. They also retain the original huge dividing doors which, when opened, create large spaces for entertaining. We’ve had lots of family parties here, of course, and also hold house parties during Cheltenham Race Week.”

“Other original features include the internal shutters, fireplaces, the cornice, including some the same as that found in the Pump Room and even an original flagstone floor in the lower ground floor laundry room,” continues Felicity. “We also have an indenture from when the house was built, now framed, and historic documents from later transactions. These, plus a little research into the censuses of the 19th Century, suggest that the house has been a family home, and it feels as if it has always been a happy one.”

“Regency Lodge is also in a marvellous position. We can walk everywhere, including to the theatre, cinema, shops, restaurants, schools, parks and the hospital,” adds Drewe. “Yet although we’re right in the town, the landscaped rear garden creates a quiet green oasis with its lawn and borders, mirrored pool, cherry tree and wisteria-clad pergola. The roof garden over the double garage, which you reach via a spiral staircase, is a real sun trap in the afternoons. From the upper floors of the house at the rear you can see out over the green spaces of Clarence and Wellington Square to the Malverns, while from the front there are views into Pittville Park and up to Cleeve Hill and the Cotswolds.”

“We’ll miss the light rooms and the lovely garden but as the children are growing up and moving away, we don’t need so much space now,” conclude Felicity and Drewe. “It’s been a fabulous family home and it’s now time for others to enjoy it.” Felicity and Drewe*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.


A unique opportunity to acquire a Grade II Listed Regency town house in the heart of Pittville, close to Cheltenham town centre. The house forms part of the original Joseph Pitt estate and has views over Pittville Lawn. The property is imposing and impressive in its proportions and has for a long time been a substantial family home. There are copious original features from the ceiling roses and mouldings to the shutters and fire places. The house offers five double bedrooms with an option of a sixth and has a one bedroom basement apartment that could easily be re-integrated into the main part of the house. Furthermore, the property benefits from a beautiful garden with a water feature. At the back of the garden there is a generous double garage with a superb garden terrace above.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

Laundry RoomAccessed via stairs from the hallway, the laundry room has plumbing for a washing machine and has original flagstone flooring with a door to the garden area.

Lower Ground Floor ApartmentOne bedroom apartment with en suite, living room and kitchen. Private entrance.

Cellar

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance HallImpressive with high ceilings with original cornicing. Double glass doors.

Dining RoomOriginal Fireplace. Original working shutters. Beautiful, large doors through to a second reception room.

Second Reception Room/Large StudyThought to originally be the Library in 1836, it now acts as a large study area with an original ceiling rose and views over the rear garden.

KitchenA lovely, bright room with double glazed French doors to the rear garden and modern appliances put in in January this year. It also benefits from having a seating and breakfast bar area.

Staircase to all floorsThe impressive staircase maintains its original bannister to the top of the house.

FIRST FLOOR

Family BathroomA generous size and sympathetically decorated in a period style, the bathroom benefits from a separate shower, a roll top free standing bath, WC and hand basin. There is also plenty of storage.

The Drawing RoomA stunning room in both its proportions and period features. It is fortunate to have the same cornicing as one will find in upstairs rooms in the Pittville Pump Rooms. Large, original doors through to what would have been the ladies’ boudoir or private sitting room. Original fireplace and shutters.

Fourth Reception Room:Currently used as the sixth bedroom, this lovely bright and large room would have been the ladies’ boudoir or sitting room. Views over the rear garden. Original shutters.

SECOND FLOOR

Bedroom FiveDouble bedroom with fantastic views over the garden. There is a small shower room next to the bedroom.

Bedroom TwoKnown as the ‘Blue’ bedroom, it is a large and bright double bedroom with built in storage and views over the garden.

Master En Suite (Bedroom One)Large double bedroom with a three window outlook to the front of the property. Built-in cupboard space and en suite with separate shower and bath, WC and basin.

THIRD FLOOR

Bedroom Three and FourThese double bedrooms are on the top floor and are generous in size and perfect as guest rooms. There is a large storage area next to them and a small landing, providing a nice and bright space to sit and relax.

OUTSIDE

Garden and GarageThe garden is a lovely tranquil space in the heart of the town. A rarity these days and a pleasant area in which to sit and unwind. Particularly relaxing with its subtle water feature and elegant feel. It is laid to lawn, with some small, mature borders as well as paved. There is a fabulous roof garden over the garage which acts as a wonderful social space for al fresco dining, particularly in the summer months.

The double garage has electric up and over doors with ample space to park two cars. This also provides a great security benefit to the rear of the house and is advantageous in giving private, off road parking in the centre of Cheltenham – something that is treasured and desired by many local residents.

At a GlanceGrade II Regency town houseOriginal features throughoutWell-proportioned and light roomsFive/Six bedroomsSelf-contained lower ground floor flatDouble garageSun terrace

DirectionsLeave Cheltenham on Portland Street (town centre) in the direction of Pittville. Go through the traffic lights onto Evesham Rd (A435). Regency Lodge can be found just before the next set of traffic lights on the left hand side.


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 18.03.2015

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50032431 regency lodge, 30 evesham road, chelts

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