Once a Victorian Methodist chapel, this characterful home has been thoughtfully transformed into a retreat that balances heritage charm with contemporary design. Set behind a courtyard garden overlooking a village green, the house sits on the edge of the Cotswolds National Landscape, offering a serene base in the heart of the country.
From the outside, the home's brick façade and steeply pitched roofline hint at its past, while the large windows flood the interiors with natural light. Entry is via a vestibule, complete with built-in bench seating and coat pegs.
Beyond, the chapel's remarkable transformation quickly becomes apparent. English ash joinery, softly textured lime plaster, and natural materials create a warm, tactile atmosphere throughout.
At the heart of the house is a beautifully bright open-plan living space, where original parquet flooring sits alongside exposed timber joinery and painted panelling. The kitchen is illuminated by overhead skylights and has granite worktops which sit atop simple timber cabinetry. Integrated appliances include a Smeg induction hob, Bosch half-sized dishwasher and a fridge/freezer.
The remainder of the living space has been carefully designed for everyday ease. A bespoke library and desk nook features built-in drawers and low-level cupboards. Along one wall, stained ash bench seating incorporates a full-size day bed, making the room equally suited to entertaining, relaxing, or hosting overnight guests. A large Di Lusso log-burning stove creates a cosy focal point during the colder months.
A predominantly timber staircase, complete with a first step formed from Cotswold stone, leads to the mezzanine level above. Here, the principal bedroom sits behind a stunning ash timber screen. Clever built-in storage continues throughout, including a curved bench that wraps around the room.
The en-suite shower room combines limestone flooring with marble-topped surfaces and mirrored cabinetry concealing additional storage. Hidden behind a pivot door within the ash cladding, a walk-in wardrobe provides generous space for clothes.
Outside, the courtyard garden feels oh-so-peaceful. Original wrought-iron railings and gates that have been recently restored frame the space. Lush planting softens the setting, with custom-made trellising supporting jasmine and clematis climbers.
The village of Radway lies between Stratford-upon-Avon and Banbury, and offers a quintessentially rural setting while remaining conveniently connected. The nearby village of Kineton provides everyday essentials, while Banbury and Leamington Spa are both around a 25-minute drive away.
The property is on the market with The Modern House for £425,000.
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