5 bedroom detached house

An idyllic thatched cottage in a wonderfully peaceful setting.

Description

Swainscombe was built in 1612 of green sandstone elevations under a thatched roof which was completely re-thatched in 2017 by a reputable local thatcher. It is a delightful property with versatile, accommodation arranged over two floors. It is not listed but throughout the property there are many appealing period features, including exposed beams and attractive inglenook fireplaces, leaded light windows and an Aga.

Extended in the 1980s to add two wings to the back, the property has two staircases, and it would be very simple to use the property for multi generational living, as a guest house, Airbnb or as a home office.

Swainscombe is approached off the lane to a large car parking area for several cars which adjoins the Garage.

The property itself is approached through a tall metal gate with a path leading to the porch.

The two main receptions are in the older part of the house. There is a further reception room in the newer part of the house currently used as a library and office which is light and bright.

There is a large family kitchen which is the hub of the home with an Aga and oak fitted kitchen units and worktops. Off the kitchen is the utility room leading to the garden.

The two main bedrooms are in the oldest part of the house and feature beamed ceilings. There is a sunny bedroom in the East wing overlooking the garden and two on the West wing. There is a bathroom on each side of the house serving all bedrooms.

The setting of Swainscombe is particularly appealing, as it is very private and completely peaceful.

There are established gardens surrounding the property extending to 0.6 acres while at the far end of one lawn is a detached timber garden office/ workshop.

A path leads up to a further area of garden with the loose boxes currently used for storage, and beyond this to the ample car parking area and double garage. Subject to usual consents there could be scope to convert the loose boxes in to an office or ancillary accommodation.

Location

Swainscombe forms part of a peaceful hamlet known as The Green on the north western fringe of East Knoyle, which is itself about 3 miles north of Shaftesbury.

Within East Knoyle is an excellent village shop / post office and a church.

Shaftesbury has a full range of everyday facilities, whilst there is a wider range in the Cathedral city of Salisbury to the east.

Nearby Tisbury has a mainline railway station (London Waterloo) and an excellent variety of local shops.

Communications are good with the A303 about 2.5 miles to the north giving access to the South West and London, via the M3.

Sporting facilities in the area include fishing on the nearby chalk streams, golf at South West Wilts and Rushmore, racing at Salisbury, Newbury and Wincanton.

Sailing along the south coast within 30 miles.

There are many state and private schools within easy reach.

All distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,311 sq ft


Acreage: 0.6 Acres

Directions

SP3 6BN : From the Fox and Hounds pub in The Green, head south on Wise Lane taking the first left before the telephone box. Swainscombe is shortly on the right hand side, and just past the pedestrian wrought iron gate is the garage and parking.

All distances and travel times are approximate.

Additional Info

Fixtures and Fittings : Please note that, unless specifically mentioned, all fixtures and fittings and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale.

Services : Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired Aga and central heating.

Local Authority : Wiltshire Council[use Contact Agent Button]

Viewings : Strictly by appointment with Savills