South Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire & Oxfordshire Property Finders
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Adam Lock
What will a Stacks buying agent in South Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire & Wiltshire do for you?
Professional Expertise
Adam is the buying agent covering South Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire & Oxfordshire, as well as the towns of Bath and Cheltenham. Adam has an intimate knowledge of the whole area, having lived and worked there for over 20 years.
Finding a Property
Adam can help you find your perfect property by using his relationships to your advantage. Estate agents and private sellers will inform him of property they have valued or that is being marketed quietly, giving him exclusive access to some of the market’s very best homes — and giving his clients a significant advantage..
Saving you Money
Time is money. As your dedicated property buying agent, Adam saves you considerable time during the property search by showing you only a shortlist of homes that genuinely match your requirements. Drawing on his in-depth knowledge of the local property market, he’ll give you a professional opinion on a property’s true market value — then submit a well-judged offer on your behalf.
Trouble Free Completion
A price agreed does not necessarily mean a property secured. Adam is there to steer the purchase as smoothly as possible through to Exchange and Completion by liaising closely and maintaining a constant dialogue with the solicitors, estate agents and a plethora of other professionals, to overcome any problems along the way.
I can help you find your dream home in South Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire & Oxfordshire
Stacks is totally independent and the oldest established property finding and buying service in the U.K.
Why use a buying agent?
- To access property before it reaches the open market — sometimes before it’s even listed
- To avoid costly mistakes, with an independent professional assessing true value before you offer
- To have someone solely on your side, not the seller’s, at every stage of the negotiation
- To move faster than other buyers, with viewings, surveys and legal steps managed in parallel rather than one at a time
How We Do It
We listen to understand what you’re looking for…and why
We’ll talk with you about how you want to live, the demands of your work, and your plans. We’ll establish what you need from your next home… and why.
We search for the best property – on & off the market…saving you time
We’ll scour the market, bend the ears of our contacts, and hound the estate agents. We’ll leave no stone unturned to find the right home for you.
We preview, vet, and shortlist…saving you hassle
We’ll check things out first and think creatively on your behalf (because we understand what you’re trying to achieve). And we’ll rule out properties with problems without wasting your time.
We arrange viewings of shortlisted properties…making it easy
Starting a family? Moving job? Relocating to the UK? Downsizing or Upsizing? Let Stacks lead you on your journey to the house of your dreams….
We research what you need to know…strengthening your position
We’ll delve deep into the background of the property and dig up any surprises. Our aim is to put you in the best position when we negotiate.
We negotiate the best price…saving you money
We’ll haggle hard and bring all that we’ve discovered to bear to agree the best terms on your behalf. Our clients enjoy preferred bidder status with estate agents. You’ll have clout.
We ensure the legal process goes smoothly…saving you headaches
We’ll problem-bust, tackle obstacles, arrange surveys, and liaise with planners. A myriad of issues can raise their head at this point… we’ll deal with them all for you.
We support you all the way through to completion…and help you move in!
We’ll track down local tradesmen and suppliers and make sure the property is as you want it to be before you take the keys… We’ll even bring stuff for a cuppa and help you move in!
A lovely result for my clients this week! 🥂
We’ve successfully secured this beautiful country home for some very happy clients, who completed on Wednesday and are now looking forward to their move to the country.
It was a competitive situation, with several interested buyers, so putting together a strong offer and moving quickly made all the difference.
A successful purchase, a smooth transaction and some very happy clients. It’s always a pleasure to help people find the right home and make their move happen.
Huge congratulations to my clients on their new home. Here’s to the next chapter in the country!
Adam Lock
Regional Director, Stacks South Cotswolds
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Autumn looks good in the Cotswolds. Walks, woodsmoke and drinks by the roaring fire in the village pub!
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A charming Cotswold stone home with a traditional roof and mullioned windows, The Old Malt House has been part of Brimpsfield’s village scene since the 18th century.
A recent renovation has preserved the original beams and flagstones, while a once derelict barn now accommodates a bespoke kitchen and living room beneath a mezzanine.
Large doors open to the kitchen garden, and a separate office equipped with a log burner sits within grounds planted with herbaceous borders and mature trees.
For Sale – The Old Malt House, Brimpsfield
Guide price – £1,500,000
Marketed by @thecountryhousedepartment
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Jaggards is a remarkable Grade II* listed Jacobean country house on the edge of Neston, with medieval origins and centuries of history woven into its rooms. Jacobean oak panelling, strapwork ceilings, a Neo-Gothic conservatory and eight bedrooms sit alongside wonderfully informal, mature gardens.
There’s also a substantial Coach House, historic dovecote with around 1,000 nesting boxes, walled garden, orchard and ancient yew hedging.
And Bath is just eight miles away. Marketed by @struttandparker
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White Leas is a substantial wing of the 18th-century Sopworth Manor, set in the heart of the Cotswolds, just six miles from Tetbury and Malmesbury.
With over 3,000 sq ft of accommodation, five bedrooms and two magnificent reception rooms, the house retains many of its original features, including tall stone-mullioned windows, generous proportions and a beautiful galleried staircase.
Set behind gates, its 0.45-acre walled garden is a lovely surprise, complete with expansive lawns and a rose-covered walkway. Its peaceful position beside the village church makes it all the more appealing.
Requiring complete renovation, this is a rare opportunity to restore a significant piece of architectural history and create something truly special.
Marketed by @jamespyleandco
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Sharon Barnard is Stacks’ North Cotswolds Director and Adam Lock is the South Cotswolds Director, so we thought it was time to settle an important question…
Which is better: North or South Cotswolds?
Of course, in reality, both of their territories stretch well beyond the Cotswolds, but that wasn’t going to stop us from putting them head-to-head.
So, we gave them a few questions and let them make their case.
Who knows the best villages? Who has the better pubs? And, most importantly, who is going to be the most competitive?
Watch our very unscientific North vs South challenge and see who comes out fighting… and let us know if you agree with them or if you have any better answers?
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Some houses capture the very essence of the Cotswolds, and this beautiful Old Rectory near Cirencester is a wonderful example.
With bags of period character, an idyllic village setting and far-reaching views across the surrounding valley, it has all the ingredients of a truly special country home. Add a collection of outbuildings and a charming walled orchard, and there is much to admire.
Currently available off market, with a guide price of £3 million, this is a particularly special property.
With thanks to Ashley Harwood @mrcotswolds at @struttandparker for the invitation to visit.
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Rush hour looks rather different around here!
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Around the source of the River Thames, there are some rather lovely villages and hamlets for those who want the best of both worlds, a proper country life, with the city still within easy reach.
Oaksey is one of them. Just eight minutes from Kemble Station, with trains reaching Paddington in around 80 minutes, it has become a popular choice for those who still need to commute but would rather come home to fields, horses and village life.
There’s a village school, cricket on the green, a little shop, a pub and, importantly, a lovely sense of community. Beyond the village, it’s all open countryside, miles of green fields, farms and stables, with the Cotswold Water Park close by for swimming, paddleboarding, sailing and all manner of water-based adventures.
And nearby in Ewen, @countrycreatures has just opened its newest venture, @thewildduckewen a beautiful country inn that is already drawing people in for its food, atmosphere and @georgie_pearman’s exquisitely designed bedrooms.
It’s a corner of the Cotswolds/Wiltshire border that makes a very convincing case for having your feet firmly in the countryside, while keeping one foot in London.
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One that caught my eye this week.
Minety House sits in that lovely pocket of countryside between Malmesbury and Cirencester, close enough to Tetbury and the wider Cotswolds, but with a slightly quieter, more rural feel.
And there’s a lot here. A substantial country house, a separate cottage, swimming pool, stables and outbuildings, all sitting in just over 19 acres of gardens and paddocks.
For me, the appeal is the flexibility. It could work beautifully as a proper family home, but there’s also space for horses, guests, grown-up children, working from home or simply having a little more room around you.
Location matters too. You’re surrounded by countryside, but Kemble station puts London Paddington within relatively easy reach, while Cirencester, Malmesbury and Tetbury are all on the doorstep.
Currently on the market with @struttandparker at a guide price of £2.75m.
If you’re looking for a country house in the South Cotswolds and would like someone on your side to find, assess and negotiate the right property, including those you may never see online, do get in touch.
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Washwell House is a Grade II listed Cotswold house on the edge of Painswick, with origins dating back to the 17th century and later Georgian and Victorian additions.
Behind its handsome stone exterior is a substantial family home, with generous reception rooms, original fireplaces, flagstone floors and sash windows framing views across the Painswick Valley.
Outside, around four acres give the house a remarkable amount of space and privacy, with lawns, mature trees, an orchard, outbuildings, paddocks and a swimming pool. There is also a separate one-bedroom cottage, useful for guests, family or perhaps a little more independence.
And then there is the location. Painswick is one of the South Cotswolds’ most distinctive villages, beautifully positioned above the Five Valleys, surrounded by countryside yet close to Stroud and within easy reach of Cheltenham and the wider Cotswolds.
A house with history, space and a genuinely special setting.
Washwell House is currently on the market with @murrays_estate_agents in Painswick.
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Why is our logo an owl? 🦉
Because buying property is about noticing what others might miss.
The road noise.
The planning potential.
The property that hasn’t hit the market yet.
The price that doesn’t quite add up.
After decades of buying property, we know what details actually matter.
So, yes, there’s a little more to our owl than good looks.
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