Maiden Lane, Cherhill, Calne, SN11

Fine & Country are delighted to present Honeycroft House, a stylishly presented 5 bedroom property sitting in beautifully maintained grounds of over 1/3 acre with a heated swimming pool, in a quiet village location.

Seller Insight:

What is your favourite room of the house and why?

This was a hard question, in our home we have created rooms each with their own vibe, that said, the spaces that we love most are the Garden Room and our Master Bedroom Suite. The Garden Room truly brings the outside in regardless of the weather, there’s no better space in the house when the sun is out to throw back the doors and enjoy the view of the lovely garden. The Master Suite is a pure indulgence giving us the opulence of a hotel suite in our own home.

Who do you think would be the next ideal owner?

Honeycroft House deserves to be filled with fun and laughter, ideal for a family that will enjoy the outdoor facilities as much as the inside. We moved to the house before we had children and have created a home that has seen our children grow from babies to adults. It’s an ideal property to enable a work life balance.

What do you love most about the house and why?

The house has kerb appeal but it doesn’t show its true identity until you step through the door and it reveals its true colours, each room has been decorated with a quirky style we are very proud of. During the summer the garden comes into its own with the pool being used most days, it’s like being on holiday every day. Honeycroft has become the social hub for our family gatherings, and we have enjoyed hosting events and friends on numerous occasions.

What do you love about the local community?

When we moved into Cherhill our neighbours introduced us to village life and helped us quickly be part of the community, joining in is optional and all are welcome. We participated in the Gardening club, Theatre group and Village Hall group. The Village Hall has something on every day, the Primary School and Church are key parts of the community. Cherhill is in a beautiful part of Wiltshire, in the shadow of the White Horse and Lansdown Monument with lots of walks and beautiful views. If you don’t have a dog before you arrive, you may soon reconsider as it’s canine heaven!

How easy is it to commute from here?

With the A4 on your doorstep commuting is easy, I regularly travel into London via Chippenham Station, train journey time is just over an hour from Chippenham and not too costly if tickets are bought well in advance. Swindon is less than 30 minutes away and an easy drive.

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

The house and size of the plot were key choices in our decision making along with the Conservation area and AONB. The reputation of the local school and a pub in the village and good transport links were also important to us. We have lived in the house for a long time and will be sorry to leave, but it’s time to let another family enjoy all this lovely house has to offer.

Ground Floor:

There is a wonderful flow to the ground floor at Honeycroft House: the inviting entrance hall allows access to the principal reception rooms with Italian Travertine flooring underfoot and a bespoke crafted, oak staircase. The impressive living room has Schuco bifold doors leading out onto the rear patio area, a feature log burner by Stoneways of Calne and Limestone flooring throughout by the highly regarded Artisans of Devizes.

The custom-built Mark Wilkinson kitchen has been cleverly designed to incorporate a range of useful storage options alongside an integrated Miele microwave and a Lacanche electric range cooker with gas hob over. The kitchen opens through to the latest addition at Honeycroft House, the garden room. Designed by Julian Taylor Architects, the striking garden room has impressive 9ft high ceilings, Schuco bifold doors, underfloor heating and enjoys stunning views out over the swimming pool and rear gardens.

The two further reception rooms are currently being used as a formal dining room and snug but offer great flexibility for the next owners. Leading from the snug there is a gym, shower room and a separate office space. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the utility room and guest cloakroom.


First Floor:

Upstairs there are four guest bedrooms, the family bathroom and the luxury master suite. The guest bedrooms comprise three doubles and a spacious single. The principal guest bedroom has a fabulous balcony where one can enjoy views out over the gardens and the evening sunshine in the summer months. The four-piece family bathroom has been recently refitted with a luxury Porcelanosa suite.

The master suite is truly exceptional: the contemporary, luxurious finish makes it feel as if you are in a boutique hotel with a rich yet vibrant colour scheme, open plan en-suite, free-standing bath, walk-in shower and a separate dressing area.

Outside:

The grounds at Honeycroft House have been beautifully maintained and offer a peaceful, mature green environment surrounding the house. To the front, the sweeping, gravelled driveway opens out to offer parking for several vehicles along with access to the shed. The front gardens are predominantly laid to lawn with a variety of mature specimen trees.
The delightful rear gardens have been recently landscaped to create the perfect atmosphere to enjoy outdoor entertaining and alfresco dining. The raised limestone terrace incorporates various outdoor dining areas, a heated swimming pool and an electric Riviera hot tub. There is also a further undercover, heated seating area which leads directly from the living room.

Location:

Cherhill is a pretty, rural village located between the market towns of Marlborough and Calne. The village is famous for The White Horse and the Lansdowne Monument both placed on a hilltop above the village. The village has a primary school, village hall, play area, and a village pub. Nearby golf and health spa facilities are available at the renowned Bowood House Golf Resort and Spa, North Wilts Golf Club and Blacklands Lakes Health Club.

The nearby market town of Calne is known for its historic architecture, including buildings dating back to medieval times. The town has a rich history and was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. Some notable landmarks in Calne include the Norman Church of St. Mary, the Heritage Centre, and the town's quaint streets lined with period buildings.

Modern Calne is a bustling town with a population of around 20,000 people. It has a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants and pubs, and is home to several primary and secondary schools, and the renowned independent schools – St. Margarets Prep School and St Mary's, Calne.

Services:

Oil fired central heating, mains drainage, mains electricity, mains water, Sky TV, Broadband