Kidnappers Lane, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, GL53

Listed 28 Aug 2026 · price reduced 2 Oct 2026 · Cheltenham
Edgecombe House is a distinguished Grade II* listed townhouse forming part of one of Montpellier’s most iconic and architecturally important terraces. Positioned on the quieter, southern end of Lypiatt Terrace, it offers a rare combination of peace, privacy and immediate access to Cheltenham’s vibrant centre. Approached via a sweeping carriage driveway, the property benefits from private parking to the front and an elegant, classical façade. Inside, the house is beautifully proportioned, with a wealth of period features including ornate plasterwork, original flooring and a striking cantilevered staircase, all contributing to a strong sense of heritage and scale. The house offers three principal reception rooms, including a sitting room and dining room on the ground floor, together with a further light-filled drawing room on the first floor. These spaces provide an excellent balance of formal and informal living, ideally suited to both entertaining and family life. The kitchen is well appointed and flows naturally into a conservatory, creating a sociable space with a strong connection to the garden. The accommodation is arranged over several floors, providing six bedrooms and a variety of bath and shower rooms. Two of the principal bedrooms on the upper floors benefit from en suite facilities, offering a sense of comfort and privacy, while the remaining bedrooms are well proportioned and continue the elegant character seen throughout the house. The lower ground floor offers excellent versatility, currently arranged as additional living and bedroom space with clear potential to create a self-contained apartment if required. To the rear, the west-facing garden is private and well established, with mature planting and raised beds providing year-round interest. A gated entrance leads directly onto Lypiatt Lane, adding further convenience. Edgecombe House is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and elegant period home in one of Cheltenham’s most sought-after locations. Lypiatt Terrace is positioned in the fashionable area of Montpellier and is perfectly located to enjoy all that Cheltenham has to offer including the world renowned schools. Montpellier is home to a huge choice of restaurants, bars, hotels and boutique shops. Montpellier and Imperial gardens play host to the various festivals throughout the year which include the Jazz, Music, Literature and Science Festivals. Communication links are also excellent with the M5 motorway link at J11 providing access both North and South, the A40 to Oxford and London and the A419 to the M4. Regular direct trains to London Paddington from Cheltenham Spa Railway Station, which is approximately 15 minutes away. The international airports of Birmingham and Bristol are within one hour’s drive.
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Median sold prices in GL50 over the last 12 months: flat £230k · terraced £325k · semi-detached £320k · detached £655k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Lypiatt Terrace Cheltenham GL50 2SX | Terraced Freehold | 18 Sept 2025 | £1,930,000 |
| 8 Lypiatt Terrace Cheltenham GL50 2SX | Terraced Freehold | 31 May 2024 | £1,485,000 |
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Listed by Knight Frank, Cheltenham on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 28 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 02/10/2026.
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