Amberley Ridge, Minchinhampton Common, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 5DB

A beautifully designed home, adjoining Minchinhampton Common and enjoying panoramic views towards the Welsh Hills.

Description

This impressive three-storey home was built in 2018. It is constructed in traditional stone with a slate roof and sash windows, and the interior is presented to an exceptionally high standard. Traditional building materials and styles are paired with modern detailing, creating stylish, well-appointed accommodation that combines contemporary comfort with character. The property is entered on the ground floor, where a welcoming entrance hall leads to a spacious, light-filled sitting room, with stunning views and featuring a modern log burner, perfect for relaxed evenings at home. For added comfort, underfloor heating is installed throughout the lower ground floor and in all bathrooms and en suites. The property is also fitted with Deta Connect, allowing app-controlled lighting and heating throughout. An oak staircase descends to the lower ground floor, which comprises the principal living spaces. The first-class kitchen is fitted with shaker-style cabinetry, complemented by Silestone work surfaces and arranged around an island for casual dining. A comprehensive range of integrated Siemens appliances, include a double oven, microwave and dishwasher, a BLANCO sink and an InSinkErator hot tap. An adjoining day room creates an instant wow factor, flooded with natural light from roof lanterns and bifold doors, offering views across the countryside and opening seamlessly onto a fabulous space for al fresco entertaining. The lower ground floor also provides a cloakroom and utility room.

Returning to the ground floor, there is a bedroom/study with built-in storage and a modern family bathroom. On the First Floor, the Principal Bedroom features built-in storage and an en suite shower room, alongside two further bedrooms served by a smart family bathroom.

Outside To the front, the property features an area laid to lawn and pathway to the main entrance. The passageway continues, with steps descending to the rear garden, which is thoughtfully laid out and enclosed by characterful traditional stone walling. The garden is laid to lawn with mature shrubs providing year-round interest and features a terrace, perfect for al fresco dining. A wrought-iron gate and steps lead down to the driveway, offering off-road parking and access to a stone-built garage. There is also private parking to the front.

Location

Amberley Ridge is an exclusive development of homes on the edge of Minchinhampton Common, part of the Cotswold Escarpment. The Common extends to approximately 500 acres of National Trust land, nestled between the village of Amberley and the historic market town of Minchinhampton. The property enjoys sweeping views, easy access to open common land for walks and wildlife and is within minutes of Stroud’s amenities, with its independent shops and farmers markets. Nearby Amberley village is known for being one of the most popular villages in the Stroud Valley. The Black Horse Inn is an excellent local pub dating from the 1600s and offering dramatic views across the valley.

Road communications are excellent with junction 13 of the M5 motorway around 6 miles away giving access to Bristol and Birmingham. Trains from Stroud to London Paddington take approximately 80-90 minutes. Sporting opportunities in the area include golf at Minchinhampton (two courses), racing at Cheltenham, sailing at the Cotswold Water Park, polo at Cirencester Park, gliding at Aston Down as well as local rugby and cricket clubs. There are lovely walks over both Minchinhampton and Rodborough Common to the north, where cattle freely roam in the summer months.

The nearest primary school is Amberley Parochial School, rated Good by Ofsted, approximately 0.9 km away. The nearest secondary school is Marling School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, about 4 km away and the renowned prep school, Beaudesert Park, is nearby on Minchinhampton Common.

Square Footage: 2,334 sq ft

Directions

From Cirencester head north on the A419 towards Stroud for approximately 9.6 miles. At the roundabout take the first exit on to Cirencester Road towards Minchinhampton Common and drive for approximately four miles. After passing the turning to Amberley and Moor Court, the entrance to the property will be seen on the left-hand side. Drive across the common and on entering Amberley Ridge turn left and No 6 is found at the far end on the right-hand side.

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Distances:Minchinhampton 1.75 miles, Stroud 2.5 miles, Nailsworth 2.5 miles. Cirencester 12 miles (all distances are approximate).

Additional Info

Services - Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.

Brochure prepared and photographs taken in March 2026.