Sandford House
Escape to this spacious townhouse in the heart of the bustling festival town of Cheltenham. Just a few minutes' walk from the town centre, home to an abundance of restaurants, bars, shops and beautiful parks, this is truly our idea of the perfect base to explore Cheltenham and beyond.
Overview
Located in the Recency spa town of Cheltenham, Sandford House is a bright, sophisticated haven for groups of eight. This central home features a variety of inviting living areas for socialising, complemented by spacious private bedrooms that offer a restful escape after a day out in Cheltenham.
Thoughtfully arranged for a seamless stay, the ground floor boasts a magnificent kitchen and dining area which offers effortless access to the south-facing garden through expansive bi-fold doors. This modern kitchen is designed to welcome each member of your party to gather and prepare meals over a drink, with more than enough space for evening chats over dinner that stretch long into the night.
Adding to the ground floor is the inviting living room, a comfortable and peaceful space to relax over a quiet cup of tea or a film.
The ground floor office is a sophisticated addition, fitted with a practical desk and shelves filled with vintage board games, while the downstairs shower room serves as an ideal spot to freshen up when other bathrooms are occupied.
The upper floor offers four spacious bedrooms for all eight guests. To the left sits the master bedroom with an en suite and a charming double. Straight ahead lies the family bathroom, which is conveniently positioned to serve bedrooms three and four. To the right, you will find a flexible en suite bedroom that can be arranged as a super king or a twin, along with a final comfortable double.
The outdoor space is a glorious south-facing garden and a true suntrap. The paved area offers enough seating to enjoy a BBQ, or a coffee as the morning stretches ahead.
Ground Floor
The front door opens into a welcoming hallway. This practical entrance is well-equipped for group stays, featuring dedicated wardrobes, drawers, and a shoe cupboard.Shower Room
Immediately accessible from the hall is a convenient shower room containing a toilet, basin, shower, and heated towel rail.
Office
Straight ahead from the front door is the home office, a sophisticated space featuring a desk for remote work, a sofa, and shelving stocked with vintage board games.
Kitchen/Dining Area
The heart of the home is the expansive open-plan kitchen and dining area, located to the left of the stairs and also accessible via the study. This modern space features a central island with bar stools, a wine cooler, an induction hob, oven, combi-oven, toaster, kettle, coffee machine, boiling water tap, and an American-style fridge-freezer. The dining area comfortably seats eight and features impressive bi-fold doors that bring the outdoors in. Central to this space are two comfortable armchairs and a coffee table opposite the island.
Utility Room
Past the staircase, the hallway leads to a fully equipped utility room with a washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing board, and iron.
Living Room
To the right of the utility room lies the living room, a light-filled space designed for relaxation with two sofas, two armchairs, a Smart TV, and stylish feature shelving with a central electric fireplace, coffee tables, and lamps.
First Floor
Bedroom OneLocated to the far left, this room features a king-sized bed, bedside tables with lamps, a chest of drawers, two armchairs, and a TV. It boasts a luxurious, large en suite with a freestanding bathtub, a walk-in shower, toilet, basin, heated towel rail, vintage chair, and mirrored wardrobes.
Bedroom Two
Situated to the far right, this room offers twin beds. This bedroom is furnished with bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, a chest of drawers, and built-in wardrobes. It includes its own en suite with a shower, toilet, basin, heated towel rail, cupboard, and electric mirror.
Bedroom Three
Located to the left of the stairs, this room is furnished with a double bed, bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a wardrobe.
Bedroom Four
Positioned to the right of the stairs, this room is furnished with a double bed, bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a wardrobe.
Bathroom
Shared by bedrooms three and four this final bathroom features a bath, basin and toilet.
Outside
The enclosed rear garden is a private sanctuary accessible via the kitchen’s bi-fold doors or a side gate to the right. A paved area features a dining table and chairs for four, perfect for a morning coffee or an evening BBQ. While the lawn is framed by trees and planted borders.Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size
Bedroom Two - Super King (can Be Arranged As Twin On Request)
Bedroom Three - Double
Bedroom Four - Double
4 Bathrooms
Hairdryer
Fire - Electric Fire
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Wine Fridge
Coffee Machine
Dishwasher
Dining Table
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 50-99 Mbps
TV - Smart TV
Board Games
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Outdoor
Garden
Outdoor Dining Area
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
Parking
On your Doorstep
Supermarkets and Shopping:
The closest supermarket is a Sainsburys Local, Bath Road (0.6 miles). Co-op, Bath Road (0.7 miles) there is a Marks & Spencer (0.7 miles) Waitrose (1.3 miles). Most major supermarkets will deliver. Vinegar Hill (0.7 miles) is a charming gift shop on the popular Promenade. Browse this stunning shop with shelves filled with handcrafted ceramics or artisan candles.
Eating Out:
- Sandford Park Alehouse – a standout pub with sunny beer garden offering a wide selection of traditional ales (0.4 miles)
- Petit Coco – an authentic bistro serving traditional French cuisine in a candlelit and exclusive setting (0.6 miles).
- Curious Café & Bistro – an award-winning spot with a secret garden, serving delicious brunch, lunch, and dinner (0.7 miles).
- The Five Alls – a cosy pub serving small plates of quality, seasonal flavours (0.8 miles).
Walks:
For a shorter walk, you could visit Pittville Park, the home of the iconic Pittville Pump Room, a masterclass in Regency architecture. This is roughly a 3-mile round trip. Walk through Sandford Park, joining onto Hewlett Road. Walk down All Saints Road until you reach Pittville Circus and enter Pittville Lawn. This route will take you around the park and its lakes, with the Pump Room visible in the distance for you to walk towards.
For a longer walk with a view, park at the Cleeve Hill Golf Club (GL52 3PW). From here, you can enjoy a long walk to the highest point in the Cotswolds and take in breathtaking views of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, the Severn Valley, the Malvern Hills, and the Black Mountains in Wales.
Places to Visit:
- Cheltenham Lido – Take a dip in this 50-metre, Art Deco outdoor swimming pool (364 ft).
- The Everyman Theatre – Enjoy award-winning shows and performances throughout the year (0.8 miles).
- Cheltenham Racecourse – If you are timing your visit with the iconic jump races, be sure to make the most of this spectacular venue (2.3 miles).
- Dunkertons Park – Taste local organic cider, enjoy a meal from a quality food vendor, or browse the local farm shop (2.3 miles).
- Sudeley Castle & Gardens – Discover the beautiful gardens and the final resting place of Queen Katherine Parr (8 miles).
- Chedworth Roman Villa - Visit one of the largest and most elaborate Roman villas ever discovered in Britain (9.8 miles).
Travel:
- Train:Cheltenham Spa Station (1.5 miles) has a frequent and direct service to Bristol and London Paddington.
- Taxi: Starline Taxis 01242 250250. Uber is also available in Cheltenham.
Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 15:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
- Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.
- Please be aware that the kitchen tap is a boiling water tap, so do take care when washing your hands.
- Sandford House is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted.
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Thoughtfully designed for a seamless stay, the ground floor boasts a magnificent kitchen and dining area, offering effortless access to the south-facing garden through expansive bi-fold doors.
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Sandford House is in the heart from Regency Cheltenham, with its wide choice of restaurants, bars and cafes, independent and household brand name shopping, the Everyman Theatre and world-famous jazz, literary, music and science festivals. The celebrated Gold Cup Cheltenham Racecourse is just 6 miles away. (See Cheltenham Guidebook for more details about Cheltenham.)
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