ST JAMES HOUSE - CIRENCESTER

One of three beautifully finished townhouses this has undergone a stunning full restoration to create the finest home in the historic centre of Cirencester.  30-32 Dollar Street comprises a set of three elegant town houses originally constructed in the Georgian era during the early 18th and early 19th centuries. The alteration and restoration of the Grade II* building was meticulously and expertly implemented by Architects Charles Mullineux Design, building firm ZOTA, and the current owner. Interior finish by Caroline Borgman Interior Design and Cotswold Grey.

With a keen eye for detail, St. James House has been finished to an exactingly high standard throughout, and boasts an abundance of charming Georgian features including sash windows with original shutters, original flagstone flooring, beautiful original fireplaces, and ornate plasterwork. 

Perhaps its most striking feature is the magnificent original stone counter levered staircase running the full height of the house and crowned with a smart oval lantern and skylight which has been beautifully restored and sets the atmosphere of the house with a real feeling of space and grandeur. 

The house is set back from the street behind newly planted yew hedges with a flight of stone steps up to front door. The layout is well configured, and the lateral space is primarily arranged over three floors which due to its East/West orientation has an abundance of natural light throughout the day.

Photography by Barker Evans

As you enter the stone flagged hall on the ground floor you are immediately aware of a feeling of space and light, and are presented with a green view right the way through to the garden at the rear. Double half-glazed doors with fanlight lead into the kitchen at the front with soaringly high ceilings, a marble fireplace and bespoke, handmade cabinetry and worktops that have been meticulously designed to provide a sociable yet functional kitchen for all to enjoy. Included is a fitted American-style fridge freezer, wine fridge, integrated dishwasher, oven, integrated microwave, warming drawer and large induction hob. The large island in the centre includes a useful and informal breakfast bar and there is plenty of space in the room for a more formal dining area.

At the rear is a generous and elegant sitting room which boasts 4m+ high ceilings, ornate marble fireplace with carved neoclassical motifs, delicate cornicing, and sash windows with their original shutters. This room is perfect for both formal entertaining or indeed more relaxed occasions with a real feeling of calm and warmth. Hardwood flooring complements this room further and ensures utmost practicality. 

Off the hall is also a well-fitted utility room which is a wonderful practical space with a butlers sink and bespoke joinery. Under the main stairs gives access to two bespoke cupboards which serve a useful and practical solution to everyday storage. 

Upstairs

On the first floor the well-proportioned rooms continue with a luxurious principal suite at the rear complete with a shower room with walk in shower. At the front of the house is a handsomely proportioned second or guest bedroom and a bathroom. This floor also includes a further bedroom or what could be an additional sitting room should buyers wish. This particular room benefits from a stunning neo-classical plasterwork ceiling, cornicing, an original fireplace and beautiful period windows. 

The top floor has two further bedrooms, bathroom and separate WC. 

Outside there is a generous, newly-landscaped private garden with freshly turfed lawn, and an expansive terrace. The garden has been finished with limestone paving, that perfectly complements the stone of the house. Brass lighting features have been provided, plus the opportunity for a buyer to personalise the garden extensively with further planting, lighting and other features. At the bottom of the garden there is private parking for 3 cars, which is accessed via a shared electric gate at the rear of the property.