4 bedroom detached house for sale

Description

Orchard House offers an exceptional blend of modern upgrades and excellent proportions, set within a substantial plot of over a third of an acre in the charming village of Stanton St. Quintin. This individually designed detached home, built within the former orchard for Stanton Court, enjoys a private and well-established position, shielded from passing traffic. Recently upgraded with new double-glazed windows and solar PV panels equipped with a battery store, the property boasts an impressive EPC rating B, reflecting its enhanced energy efficiency. Internally, the accommodation has been beautifully updated throughout, including contemporary kitchen and bathrooms.

Filled with natural light from its sunny orientation, the property is generously proportioned, extending to 2,269 sq.ft. The ground floor principally comprises two reception rooms and a large kitchen/breakfast room. The living room features a contemporary Stovax wood-burning stove and double doors opening onto the garden. The stylish kitchen/breakfast room, finished with porcelain tiled flooring and benefiting from underfloor heating, is arranged around a breakfast bar and includes integrated appliances such as a dishwasher and double oven. A matching utility room with rear access adjoins the kitchen. The conservatory, warmed by a wood-burning stove, serves as an all-year-round dining room with pleasant garden views. A versatile second reception room is currently utilised as a study. From the entrance hall, a superb boot room has been upgraded with ample built-in storage and integrated lighting, conveniently located beside a downstairs WC.

The spacious first-floor landing features built-in storage. There are three bathrooms on this level, including two en-suites and a newly fitted main family shower room. Four double bedrooms are situated on the first floor, three of which benefit from fitted wardrobes. The principal bedroom boasts an excellent dressing room area, providing extensive storage. Underfloor heating provides comfort in the kitchen, utility room, and both en-suites.

Orchard House is set back from the cul-de-sac, accessed via a driveway through double timber gates that open to a large gravelled parking area, providing ample space for numerous vehicles. A double garage with power benefits from new garage doors. The generous south-westerly gardens extend to approximately 1/3 acre, wrapping around the rear and side of the house. These are predominantly laid to lawn with patio terraces, all screened by mature trees. Within the garden, an excellent detached studio cabin, complete with power, lighting, and heating, offers a versatile range of uses.

Situation

The village of Stanton St. Quintin is situated equidistance between the market town of Malmesbury and the larger town of Chippenham. The village has a great sense of community with regular activities being ran at the village hall as well having a primary school, hotel/restaurant and Norman Church, whilst numerous countryside walks surround the area. There is a regular bus service from the village which runs from Malmesbury to Chippenham. Located just a mile away in Lower Stanton St Quintin is a garage with shop selling everyday essentials. The neighbouring larger village of Hullavington also has a primary school, shop/post office and pub whilst both Malmesbury and Chippenham are within a 10-minute drive and have a comprehensive range of facilities plus secondary schooling. The village is conveniently located for access to Junction 17 of the M4 motorway providing easy commute to London, Bristol, Bath, Reading and Swindon whilst Chippenham railway station has mainline services to London, Wales and the South West. Bristol Airport is a 45 minute drive away.

Additional Information

The property is Freehold with oil-fired central heating, mains drainage, water and electricity. Plus 19 PV panels (9.1kWh) with batteries (16kW). Ultrafast broadband is available. Information taken from the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker, please see the website for more information and mobile phone coverage. Wiltshire Council Tax Band G.