5 bedroom detached house for sale

Fine & Country are delighted to present Slate Farm. Nestled on the edge of the picturesque village of Wanborough, Slate Farm is an exceptional 5 bedroom Grade II listed Georgian farmhouse with early 18th Century origins, which has remained in the same family for over 100 years.

Accommodation Summary:

The internal accommodation extends to almost 3,500 sqft across seven bedrooms, with beautifully preserved original features throughout. The level grounds expand to the rear and side of the property along with a large turning circle, double car port and a further garage.

Wanborough is considered one of the most favoured villages on the southeast side of Swindon, situated on the edge of The Downs near The Ridgeway with a range of local amenities including the Grade I listed Church of St Andrew, village hall, doctors' surgery, several public houses and Wanborough Primary School. The market towns of Marlborough and Cirencester are both within easy reach, providing further facilities, including a range of supermarkets and several independent shops, restaurants and cafes. From the village, road and rail communications are good.

The M4 motorway at junction 15 is approximately 2.5 miles away, handy for commuting east towards London or Bristol and the West Country. Swindon mainline station with direct trains to London Paddington (from 49 minutes) is approximately 6 miles. The area is well-served by several private schools and is in the catchment area of a highly-regarded state secondary school.

Seller Insight:

What is your favourite room of the house and why?

The garden room has been a wonderful addition to the house, effectively completing the building in 2014. It is a room for all seasons, a place that becomes an extension to the garden in the summer with the doors rolled back, but also somewhere to sit and relax in the winter, hunkered down enjoying the underfloor heating. It is a perfect room for parties and gatherings and a great place from which to enjoy much of the charm of the house and garden.

Who do you think would be the next ideal owner?

This house really could suit any family dynamic. Our children have enjoyed growing up in the house, but it would work for an extended family, or a couple who want to put their stamp on things. Whoever buys the house would ideally be able to see the potential within the property as well as having an appreciation of living in an historic farmhouse with all its character and quirks.

What do you love most about the house and why?

It is a very spacious property, yet has a wonderful, homely feel. We will miss the extensive garden, which, with its different areas, offers a great deal of privacy, peace and tranquillity.

What do you love about the local community?

There are plenty of good village pubs and there are opportunities to involve yourself as much or as little as you like in village life. The local primary school is excellent; all our children attended and thoroughly enjoyed their experience there.

How easy is it to commute from here?

The village is perfectly situated: Heathrow Terminal 5 is under an hour away, Paddington takes 1 hour by train from Swindon, or Hungerford, itself only 20 minutes away. The market towns of Marlborough and Cirencester are 20 minutes’ drive and the close proximity of the M4 (5 minutes) allows good access to Bath, Bristol, and London. Oxford is also only 40 minutes from the house.

What made you choose this property over others that were available at the time?

The house has been in the family for well over 100 years. When we had the opportunity to move here, we thought it would only be for a few years, but we have stayed for nearly 27.

Ground Floor:

Upon entering the property, you are warmly welcomed into the entrance hall with access to both principal reception rooms. The sitting room features a wood burner and a window seat with lovely views out over the front garden. In 2014 the brewhouse was converted into what is now used as the master suite with a shower room, dressing area and mezzanine bedroom.

The kitchen extends across the back of the property and enjoys views out over the rear gardens. Leading on from the kitchen, there is a useful utility room with a pantry and the guest cloakroom.

The most recent addition to Slate Farm is the striking, glass garden room with vaulted ceiling, underfloor heating and large sliding doors leading out onto the gardens.

Completing the ground floor accommodation is the separate snug, laundry room and shower room which form part of what was once the original dairy parlour.

First Floor:

The first floor is dedicated to the two, generous principal bedrooms at the front of the property with a corridor that then connects to the rear, where the family bathroom and two further bedrooms are located. The rear of the property has the potential to be used as an integral annexe with a large double bedroom with separate staircase, kitchenette, snug and ground floor shower room.

Second Floor:

The second floor features two further guest bedrooms.

Outside:

The grounds extend to circa 0.45 acres with wraparound lawns and cleverly positioned patio areas to take advantage of the afternoon sun. The mature, private gardens feature a variety of fruit trees and beautifully maintained lawns.
To the side of the property, there is a large gravel driveway with a turning circle, double carport and a garage with a useful storage space over.

Location:

The village boasts a thriving community spirit with a popular Annual Summer Show with a craft tent, dog show and a hog roast alongside a regular local farmers market hosted at the village hall. Throughout the village there is a delightful mixture of all property types, from “chocolate box” thatched cottages, to individually designed modern family homes, with an approximate total population of just over 2000.

Wanborough is also conveniently positioned for commuting with the M4 junction 15 approximately 2.5 miles away for London or Bristol and the West Country. Swindon mainline station with direct trains to London Paddington (from 49 minutes) is approximately 6 miles away.