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36 Clarence Square is a beautiful Grade II listed townhouse, arranged over four principal floors and forming part of one of Cheltenham's most cherished garden squares, just a short distance from the centre of town, Pittville Park and Cheltenham's famous Racecourse.The house has rendered and painted elevations relieved by sash windows and cast iron first floor balcony and canopy. Internally this lovely home boasts features typical of its era with deep skirting boards, intricate mouldings and period fireplaces throughout.The living spaces are arranged over the raised ground and lower ground floors with a grand double reception room on the ground floor having twin fireplaces, whilst to the rear of this floor there is an attractive study with French doors to a Juliet balcony. There is also a cloakroom at this level.To the lower ground floor, an impressive kitchen/dining room spans the full depth of the house, with underfloor heating, a range of hand built painted units, central island and various appliances. There is ample space for a large dining table, perfect for entertaining. Alongside the kitchen a very useful utility room has further appliances, lots of storage and an external access to the front of the house.At the rear of the lower ground floor a small lobby area has doors to a guest bedroom and shower room and a door to the lower rear courtyard.The upper floors of the house have two half landings, the first having a pretty double bedroom and adjacent bathroom. The first floor is occupied by the principal bedroom suite, the bedroom having full length sash windows overlooking the square with two double wardrobes and the large opulent ensuite features a freestanding central bath and separate walk-in shower.The second half landing has doors to a generous roof terrace with ample space for table and chairs.The second floor comprises a suite of a double bedroom which has a dressing area with built in wardrobes, and an adjacent large bathroom with jacuzzi bath and walk-in shower.Also there are two loft areas both with drop down ladders.Outside to the front a small garden is set behind wrought iron railings with steps leading to both the lower and upper entrances. To the rear there is a pretty, walled, courtyard garden on two levels with wrought iron railings, raised beds and a double gate to the rear access lane.The house has the rare added benefit of a single en-bloc garage located just to the rear of the house on Clarington Mews.There is residents parking within the square and surrounding roads.The highly sought-after Clarence Square is named after its central garden surrounded by charming period buildings.The square is framed by around 50 period houses and was designed in the 1800s for the local residents to play boules or croquet and continues to offer a beautiful space for Clarence Square residents to enjoy.Pittville Park, with its boating lake, Pump Rooms, and cafes, is just a short walk away. The tree-lined road is close to local coffee shops, convenience stores, John Lewis, and Cheltenham's shopping districts, Montpellier and Promenade. Cheltenham is a cultural hub with renowned festivals and excellent schools like The Cheltenham Ladies' College, Cheltenham College, Berkhampstead, and Dean Close, all within walking or biking distance. The area has excellent communication links, with easy access to the M5 Motorway and the main train station.