Lode Hill, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5

A beautifully presented and extended period cottage believed to date back to the turn of the century enjoying spectacular views over open countryside to the rear. Situated within the popular Wiltshire village of Downton which is highly regarded this attractive home offers a wealth of period features including a feature open Inglenook fireplace in the snug, and exposed brick work which fuses seamlessly with many contemporary design features. A modernised kitchen features ample storage space, sleek countertops, integrated appliances and is complemented by a useful utility room. The Kitchen leads through to the stunning oak and glass rear sitting/ dining room with a cosy log burner. A modern shower room completes the ground floor accommodation. On the first floor the impressive vaulted principal bedroom suite features floor to ceiling windows and is accompanied by a dressing room and stunning ensuite. On this level there are three further well-proportioned bedrooms, all of which are served by the three-piece family bathroom. A well-proportioned living space is supplemented by a large two-tiered garden with raised sun terrace overlooking the open countryside beyond. No. 49 has been greatly extended over recent years and enjoys a most privileged rural aspect, yet is close to traditional amenities in the village.

Downton village is a thriving and long-standing community with a strong sense of identity. There are good local facilities in the village which include shops, doctors, dentist, tennis club, the Borough Cafe, churches, schools and public houses, as well as the famous Cuckoo Fair held each May. There is easy access to the main regional centres of Salisbury and the B3078 provides access to the M27, onto Southampton and the M3 corridor. The wide ranging opportunities offered by the New Forest are only two miles from the village. There is excellent schooling in the village with its own primary and secondary school and it lies within catchment of the highly regarded Salisbury grammar schools (Bishops for boys and South Wilts for girls).