East Knoyle, Salisbury, SP3

Set in an elevated position within the sought-after Cranborne Chase, The Courtyard is a substantial and beautifully restored property comprising a collection of period buildings arranged around a private central courtyard.

The house occupies a commanding elevated position in a much sought after village on the Wiltshire/Dorset border, with commanding views across the local countryside. Originally converted in 1991 from a range of traditional farm buildings, this exquisite home now offers an outstanding blend of character, space and contemporary comfort, with circa 3,900 sq. ft. of versatile accommodation. The home is further enhanced by glorious gardens and paddocks, which extend to approximately 2.85 acres, offering an idyllic rural retreat with exceptional lifestyle potential.

Thoughtfully enhanced and reimagined by the current owners, the property has been sympathetically updated to the highest standard. From the moment you step inside, the quality of the finish and the abundance of natural light are immediately apparent. At the heart of the home lies a striking open-plan kitchen, breakfast, and garden room—designed to create the perfect hub for modern family life. Fitted by renowned local specialists Wincombe Kitchens of Shaftesbury, the bespoke cabinetry is hand-crafted and finished with elegant granite work surfaces. The kitchen includes integrated Miele appliances, a traditional AGA, and is complemented by a utility room and adjoining walk-in larder. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen is the recently added garden room—an ideal space for relaxed dining and everyday living, enjoying delightful views across the garden and swimming pool. The elegant dining hall connects to the impressive, triple-aspect drawing room, which features a wood-burning stove and French doors opening onto a sun-drenched private terrace—perfect for entertaining. To the northern end of the house, a cosy sitting room with a wood burning stove set within a stone fireplace and bespoke fitted cabinetry provides a tranquil retreat. The ground floor also features a beautifully appointed guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom, offering comfort and privacy for visiting family and friends.

Upstairs, accommodation is split across two staircases. The principal suite enjoys a generous range of built-in storage and shares a stylish bathroom with a further bedroom or study, accessed from the main gallery landing. A secondary stairwell leads to an additional charming second guest suite at the far northern end of the property.

Outside

Approached via a meandering gravel driveway lined with trees, the entrance passes through one of the barns and into the secluded courtyard, offering privacy and ample parking. Opposite the house is a collection of outbuildings, that extend to circa 2313 sq. ft. and comprises a three-bay carport, two stables, a former piggery/log store, a workshop with wine store and freezer room, and a weather-boarded barn housing the pool’s plant room.

The thoughtfully landscaped gardens form a picturesque setting, with French doors leading to a tranquil paved terrace adorned with a fountain, and a charming brick and tiled potting shed. The manicured lawn is flanked by abundant, beautifully stocked shrubs and floral borders, and interspersed with specimen trees. Adjacent to the sitting room is a further terrace which flows out to the swimming pool (36' x 16'), complete with an electronically operated safety cover and heated by a heat pump. This serene pool area is sheltered by a rose-clad pergola, a stone wall and neatly trimmed box hedges. Alongside the swimming pool is a separate changing room with a cloakroom and shower. To one side, there is a large attractive nature pond, adding to the country charm. The paddock, extending to the western boundary and accessed via a five-bar wooden gate or pedestrian gate from the garden, is fully fenced.

Situation

The thriving village of East Knoyle has a range of local amenities including a community run shop/post office, village hall, parish church and the well-regarded pub, The Fox & Hound. Shaftesbury is just over six miles away and has a good range of shops, supermarkets, eateries, secondary school and cottage hospital. Gillingham is also nearby and has a Waitrose. There are railway stations at Gillingham (6.2 miles) and Tisbury (6.7 miles) with direct rail services to London (Waterloo) and the West Country. Located about a mile from the A350, the local road network gives ready access to the other main towns in the area including Bath, Blandford, Bruton, Gillingham, Salisbury, Sherborne, Warminster and Wincanton as well as to the South Coast. The A303 trunk road joins with the M3 motorway making London accessible for the motorist. Many families are drawn to the area by the wide choice of highly regarded schools in both the state and private sectors.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-59234