Former public toilet block near Cheltenham up for sale for £300,000

A building formerly used as a public toilet block at the foot of the highest point in Gloucestershire is now a 'remarkable' two-bedroom property - and could be yours for GBP300,000. The now cosy cottage was auctioned off by Tewkesbury Borough Council 15 years ago, in April 2011, when it was nothing more than an abandoned former toilet building at Stockwell Common on Cleeve Hill. It was snapped up by businesswoman and hotel owner, Louise Houston, for just GBP35,000, and she subsequently fought to get planning permission to convert the building, eventually transforming it into a 'quirky' Airbnb[1] at GBP85 a night.

Now, the property is once again on the market, and Louise's hard work on the building has clearly paid off, as it is listed for GBP300,000 with Cheltenham-based estate agents, de Mel Property. The cottage, dubbed 'Lou's View', presents a unique investment opportunity, occupying a "spectacular" position on Cleeve Hill and offering "breathtaking" panoramic views stretching across the surrounding countryside towards the Malvern Hills and beyond. The detached property consists of two double bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, as well as a welcoming sitting room providing an ideal place to relax while enjoying the peaceful surroundings, and an attractive kitchen/dining room offers an inviting space for entertaining or accommodating guests.

Outside, the property enjoys a small courtyard garden space providing the convenience of private off-road parking, while the surrounding location offers an unrivalled sense of openness, tranquillity, and spectacular scenery, according to the agents.

The property has excellent accessibility, with convenient links to the A435, A46 and M5 motorway, placing Birmingham, Bristol and the wider motorway network within comfortable reach. Interested buyers should note that the property is not suitable as a primary residence as it has a commercial restriction. A commercial mortgage is required - but it has most recently been operated as a successful Airbnb, with scope to continue running it as such.

Bishops Cleeve is nearby and Cheltenham is within easy reach, with itboutique shopping, award-winning restaurants and internationally acclaimed festivals.

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1. ^ eventually transforming it into a 'quirky' Airbnb (www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk)