Pound Pill, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13

A charming Grade II listed five bedroom character property with a generous garden.

Description

This enchanting property, believed to date back to the late 17th century, exudes charm and character, showcasing a wealth of period features throughout. Boasting five spacious bedrooms, three inviting reception rooms, and a generous farmhouse-style kitchen, this home is designed for both comfort and functionality, complemented by three bath/shower rooms.

Upon arrival, the front of the house presents two entry doors. The central main entrance leads into a grand reception room, featuring two fireplaces, one equipped with a cozy wood burner. Alternatively, the side entrance opens into a hallway that connects to a utility room, a washroom/wet room, and a handy under-stair coat cupboard. Beyond the hallway lies a second reception room, with a wood burner and triple aspect windows that offer delightful views of the garden and the neighboring woodland.

A few steps from this room lead to a charming dining area, complete with a large stone fireplace and a window that overlooks the rear garden. The kitchen, originally an agricultural outbuilding, boasts a modern timber vaulted ceiling and is equipped with a built-in Neff dishwasher and a gas range cooker.

The first floor is divided into two sections. One section features an open-plan study/landing area that connects to two double bedrooms—one featuring a cast iron fireplace and double aspect windows, while the other provides a serene view of the back garden through a wide single window. Off the landing, stairs ascend to a spacious loft room, showcasing ancient beams, two windows, and an en suite bathroom with a rear window.

The second section of the first floor offers another landing with a shower room, a linen cupboard, and two additional double bedrooms. The larger of these rooms boasts triple aspect windows and an en suite bath/shower room. Throughout the home, you'll find an array of charming stone mullion windows, some with internal wooden shutters.

Heating is provided by a mains gas system, featuring a Worcester boiler conveniently located in the utility room cupboard.

Gardens

Outside, the property includes a front garden with a gently sloped driveway that offers ample turning space and parking for several vehicles, along with an open double oak-framed carport. The rear garden features a spacious terrace accessible from the kitchen, bordered by a sturdy stone wall and a small brook, creating an ideal space for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. There is also an outbuilding with power.

Location

The historic wool town of Corsham has the benefit of many local amenities including schools, shops, post offices, churches, restaurants, inns and a leisure centre with gym and pool.

There are a range of schools in both the state and private sectors including Stonar and Heywood Preparatory and Nursery Schools and Corsham Court hosts Bath Spa University’s Postgraduate & Masters Art courses. With its diverse architecture and beautiful scenery Corsham has been the location for many films, television and photo shoots and many period dramas including Poldark.

Corsham offers good access to the M4 at Junction 17 and is approx. 4 miles from Chippenham train station, with high speed services to London Paddington (80 mins approx). Corsham lies approx. 9 miles from the World Heritage City of Bath, famed for its Roman heritage and Georgian architecture and offering a variety of cultural, leisure and shopping facilities, along with a mainline rail link to London Paddington (journey time approx. 90 mins) and Bristol Temple Meads (approx. 15 mins).

All distances are approximate and taken from google maps.

Square Footage: 2,947 sq ft