Herd Street, MARLBOROUGH, SN8

A grade II listed cottage with versatile accommodation offering a wealth of character and charm. The ground floor boasts a welcoming main reception room which provides access to all principle rooms. The sitting room has an open fireplace, home to a wood burning stove, which forms the main focal point of the room, a great spot to spend a cosy evening. The room benefits from a large bay window allowing natural light to flow through and a trap door takes you down to the cellar. From the hallway there is a good sized dining room with original fireplace, exposed beams and a door which leads into the well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room. The dual aspect kitchen/breakfast room has lots of storage, ample space for a cooker as well as further space, and plumbing, for a dishwasher; a stable door leads into the garden. In addition to the kitchen there is a useful utility room with space and plumbing for a washing machine. The ground floor is completed by a utility room with a door leading out to the rear garden and a downstairs WC. On the second floor there are two bedrooms and a family bathroom with a shower over the bath. The main bedroom is dual aspect, benefitting from plenty of natural light, complete with built in wardrobes. The third bedroom is accessed, downstairs, via the side porch creating a sense of privacy from the main house and would make an ideal guest bedroom or study.

Outside

The West facing garden is a good size and is mainly laid to lawn, with a variety of mature trees, shrubs and an apple tree. Well stocked raised beds frame the garden, creating a sense of privacy. There is gated access to the steps down to a parking area where there is parking for four cars.

Situation

Herd Street is within walking distance of Marlborough town which provides an extensive array of amenities including a twice weekly market, a public library, a leisure centre and various pubs and restaurants. Marlborough is well located for access to the M4 (J15 about 10 miles) and Swindon (about 12 miles) where there is a regular rail service to London Paddington (about 55 minutes). The countryside surrounding the town is designated as An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Additional Information

Please note there is expired planning for an additional room with bathroom, with a deck on the top and views of Marlborough without altering the parking.