5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Chapel Street, Dursley GL11

Some houses are boring and level. This one tells a different story.

Tucked quietly away off Chapel Street in Cam, this Jacobean home has stood for more than 400 years and wears its history honestly. The walls lean a little. The solid floors beneath your feet. Timber beams carry the marks of generations who have lived here before. For the current owners, that character was never something to correct - it was exactly what made this house feel alive.

They arrived many years ago, raised their family here, and slowly shaped the house around everyday life while carefully respecting its age. Now, with the children grown and life changing pace, the house feels ready for another family who will appreciate what it is rather than try to make it something else.

The dining room naturally became the centre of daily life, opening towards the garden and connecting easily to the recently fitted kitchen. The sitting room feels grounded and atmospheric, with exposed beams, brickwork, and a multi-fuel stove that makes winter evenings feel exactly as they should in a house of this period. A combined utility and boot room quietly handles the practical side of family living.

Upstairs, five genuine bedrooms provide flexibility for changing family life, guests, or working from home. The principal bedroom now includes a newly installed en-suite shower room and generous built-in wardrobe storage.

Outside is where the property becomes something rarer still. Two substantial outbuildings bring genuine future potential, whether for workshops, studios, storage, or future development opportunities subject to planning. The cottage-style gardens feel established rather than designed, attracting wildlife and creating pockets of calm throughout the seasons.

Cam itself continues to attract buyers wanting more balance between countryside and connectivity. Shops, schools, cafés, and Cam & Dursley station are all within easy reach, with Bristol, Gloucester, and Cheltenham accessible for commuting without daily life feeling dominated by it.

This is not a polished modern house pretending to be old. It is an old house that has been properly lived in, cared for, and understood. And that is exactly why homes like this are so difficult to replace

Front Door To Kitchen/Breakfast Room

Recently fitted with a range of wall and base units with worktop surfaces, incorporating a sink and drainer unit. Integrated double oven and gas hob with extractor hood over. There is space for an American-style fridge/freezer. Double-glazed windows to both the front and side aspects allow plenty of natural light, while an exposed ceiling beam adds character. Radiator

Pantry/Boot Room

Double-glazed window to the rear aspect. Wall-mounted gas boiler. Worktop surface with plumbing and space beneath for a dishwasher. Radiator

Utility Room

Fitted units with worktop surface over, sink unit, plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, double-glazed windows to the rear aspect provide lovely natural light and enjoy views over the charming cottage garden, rich with wildlife

Downstairs Bathroom

Fitted with a paneled bath with shower over, low-level WC, and wash hand basin. Tiled walls, radiator, frosted window for privacy, and a tall storage cupboard

Living Room

A double-glazed window to the front aspect features a charming window seat, creating a cosy spot to relax. A powerful 5 kW multi-fuel stove (suitable for wood and smokeless coal) sits beneath original exposed beams and a characterful mantle, complete with shelving and integrated lighting. An original display window with its own mantle looks through to the dining room, showcasing a selection of original memorabilia lovingly retained by the current owners, who are passionate about preserving the rich history of the property. Stairs to the first floor and landing

Dining Room

Recently converted by the current owners, this beautiful room looks onto the enclosed rear courtyard and cottage garden-an ideal space for entertaining or simply relaxing in a peaceful setting

Staircase From The Living Room To The First Floor And Landing

A beautifully crafted built-in wooden storage cupboard, featuring Jacobean-style detailing, is complemented by matching wooden panelling along the side. This elegant feature runs from the first turn of the staircase up to the first floor, adding to the home's period charm

Landing

A well-planned, t-shaped hallway offering generous space and access to all five bedrooms and the family shower room. Includes a built-in airing cupboard, a window to the front aspect allowing natural light, a radiator and a ceiling mounted Envirolet positive air flow system outlet

Master Bedroom

Dual-aspect windows to the front and side provide ample natural light. Built-in storage and radiator complete the room

Ensuite

Comprising walk-in shower, low level wc and wash hand basin

Deep Wardrobe With Hanging Rails

With handing rails and storage inset

Bedroom 2

Dual aspect windows, radiator, built in storage, loft hatch

Bedroom 3

UPVC window to rear, built-in storage, radiator

Bedroom 4

UPVC window to side, radiator, built-in storage

Bedroom 5

UPVC window to rear, radiator, built-in storage and shelving unit

Family Shower Room

Recently installed 'koeutoze' Hydroelectric digital shower with Rain-head, jet and pour facility housed in the convenient Walk-in shower, WC, basin with storage cupboard below, chrome towel radiator, UPVC window to the front aspect, and extractor fan

Outside - Front

Laid to established planting, enclosed by low wall and gate

Outside - Rear

Delightful Cottage Garden

Outside, a mature and productive garden wraps the home in charm. A walled patio area leads to a lawn and a tiered upper garden, currently used for growing vegetables and soft fruits, with established fruit trees and perennial planting. Bird boxes attract a wide variety of garden birds, offering a peaceful, wildlife-rich space that’s as low-maintenance as it is beautiful

Two Substantial Outbuildings – Huge Potential (STPP)

The property also includes two large outbuildings, both offering significant development potential (subject to planning). The current owners previously held (now expired) planning consent to convert one into a separate dwelling-details available on request.

The second outbuilding is equally impressive, with ample space for conversion or repurposing. An original stone wall and return have been deliberately preserved, offering intriguing options for additional development-whether as multi-generational accommodation, holiday lets, or standalone homes

Agents Note i

The owners have retained the original rear boundary wall, including an area of the original return, which should benefit new owners wishing to extend using the existing infrastructure (stpc)

Agents Note ii

The driveway to the side and the generous lane are owned by the property, providing excellent off-street parking and convenient access to the outbuildings. Please note, however, that the neighbouring house and shop have a restricted easement over the lane. Full details of this are available for inspection by arrangement with the agent

Agents Note iii

The house does have a flying freehold which is over the shop at the front.

The current owners have advised the agent that their is no charge applicable with the flying freehold

Agents Note iv

The solar panels on the roof space are leased on a 25 year agreement, which started in 2011. There is an option to buy if the new owners want to pursue this after the purchase