The Manor of Baunton belonged to John George, who was MP for Cirencester at the time of the Civil War. He was initially a Parliamentarian, but when his life was spared by the Royalists upon capture, he converted to the Royalist cause. It is believed that he harboured King Charles II at The Old Manor House on the night of 11th September 1651 during his retreat from the Battle of Worcester.

In essence, The Old Manor House is an L shaped house constructed in the middle of the 16th century, probably by Christopher George, after he succeeded to the property in 1556. 

Throughout the house, one is enveloped in the Tudor atmosphere, with high beamed ceilings and seven working fireplaces, including in bedrooms. The family have lived in The Old Manor House for the past forty years, and ensured that it has been well maintained and improved over time. It is a wonderful family home, with excellent living and entertaining space and generous proportions. 

The living space is arranged over three floors with six good bedrooms, including an impressive limed oak paneled master suite complimenting the reception rooms,  offering a combination of grandeur and intimacy. The first floor in addition to the main bedroom suite, two bedrooms and a family bathroom, has a delightful library. The second floor offers three more spacious bedrooms with potential for further bathrooms, subject to the necessary consents. 

The house sits beautifully in it’s own land of 2.08 acres with paddocks and double field shelter and hay store. A further 1.02 acres with 3 box stable yard, tack room and store is currently being acquired by the owners.

The dining hall is classified as “a high status parlour” with the key clue to the date of the original construction in the roll-moulded main beam. This decoration is typical of the mid-16th century. The superior status of the room is emphasized by the paneled treatment to the ceiling joists, and the elegant re-constructed gothic wooden staircase, leading to the second floor.

In the early 17th century the house was enlarged by the addition of the present kitchen and room above. The provision of a kitchen ensured that the cooking and baking, together with food storage, would take place away from the hall, which was typical of houses of the more wealthy.

In keeping with an historic house of this period, it has a river frontage and a sweeping drive entered through stone pillars. The gardens and grounds are mainly laid to lawn and beautifully landscaped with many spring bulbs, specimen trees and rose borders. As one might expect, there is a Coach House located above the garage, which has been run as a successful holiday let, and has separate access from the main house. The garage has room for 4 large cars with access to the house and there is a large attic above. Stone stables, currently used for storage offer scope for an annexe or fitness centre subject to necessary consents.

The Old Manor House is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Conservation Area and SSI and it’s grounds are host to many animals, including otters and numerous bird species.

In Baunton village and close to the thriving market town of Cirencester, The Old Manor House is well located for schools, sporting venues, road and rail connections to London and the rest of the country and good shopping in Cheltenham.”

The Gloucestershire Festival of Polo takes place annually on the second weekend in June at The Beaufort Polo Club, Westonbirt and is well worth a visit. It is in very easy reach of The Old Manor House. https://beaufortpoloclub.com/festival-of-polo-tickets-2023/

To arrange to view, contact Elizabeth D’Allemagne on 01285 883740 or elizabeth@butlersherborn.co.uk