Mere, Wiltshire

Tucked quietly at the end of a charming terrace and believed to be part of a former 1850s sawmill, this utterly unique cottage is a true hidden gem. While its historic façade whispers of a bygone era, step inside and you’ll discover a beautifully re-imagined home that delivers contemporary design, luxurious finishes, and effortless comfort at every turn.

From the moment you enter, it’s clear this is no ordinary property. The interiors have been stylishly transformed to suit modern living without compromising on character. The spacious sitting room invites relaxation, featuring engineered oak flooring, a sleek modern fire, and a bespoke fitted TV cabinet. The heart of the home is a stunning kitchen, fitted with Blossom Avenue cabinetry and premium appliances including an Elica downdraft induction hob—perfectly complemented by porcelain tiled floors that flow seamlessly into the garden/dining room, a versatile space designed for entertaining or quiet moments alike. Upstairs, two generously proportioned double bedrooms that share a stylish Jack and Jill shower room with a contemporary luxury suite—ideal for guests or couples seeking hotel-style living at home.

Outside, the easy-care courtyard garden with a pergola provides the perfect spot for summer evenings, while private parking for 2–3 vehicles adds everyday convenience. Just a short walk from the town’s amenities and offering glimpses of the Downs, this property truly has the best of both worlds—peaceful seclusion and lifestyle at your doorstep.

Whether you’re a professional looking for a turnkey forever home, an investor seeking a distinctive asset, or a weekend retreat hunter searching for that perfect “lock up and leave,” this rare cottage delivers charm, style, and substance in equal measure.

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The Property -

Accommodation -

Inside - Ground Floor
A contemporary front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall with an opening into the kitchen and doors leading off to the sitting room and cloakroom, which is fitted with a stylish modern WC and wall hung wash hand basin with a mirror above and lighting to either side. The walls and floor are tiled, and there is floor lighting. The entrance hall has a porcelain tiled floor that adds a touch of luxury to the cottage and continues through to the kitchen and dining/garden room.

The good sized sitting room overlooks the frontage and has engineered oak flooring and a contemporary wall mounted living flame electric fire that adds warmth and character to the room. There is also a TV cabinet designed by Prestige Interiors. A bespoke staircase rises to the first floor and has a large storage cupboard beneath that is accessed from the hall.

The kitchen is fitted with high quality fixtures and fittings by Blossom Avenue. There are plenty of drawers with cutlery trays and deep pan drawers, floor cupboards and tall larder cupboards with pull out shelves and a pull out bin cupboard. You will find a very generous amount of Corian work surfaces with a matching upstand and inset sink with a square neck mixer tap. The fridge/freezer and slimline dishwasher are integrated and there is plumbing for a washing machine. The eye level electric double oven is built in and has a warming drawer and a plinth heater underneath. You will also find a state of the art downdraft induction hob with slide and glide control by Elica. The kitchen also has underfloor heating.

From the kitchen there is a step up and door that opens into a multi-purpose room - a great garden room, dining room or study. The choice is yours and it can be tailored to suit your needs. There are built in floor cupboards and a tri-folding door out to the garden.

First Floor
On this floor you will find two generously sized bedrooms, one with a large wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors and access to the part boarded loft space with a fold down ladder. The main bedroom also has built in wardrobes, integrated blinds to the window and stylish Amtico flooring. There is also a Jack and Jill shower room that is fitted with a contemporary stylish suite consisting of a wall hung vanity wash hand basin, WC with concealed cistern and a large walk in shower cubicle with a sliding door. The floor is laid in a practical and attractive wood effect and has underfloor heating as well as a large chrome heated towel rail.

Outside - Parking
From the lane there is a large frontage that is laid to stone chippings and provides generous parking for two to three cars.

Garden
This lies to the side of the cottage and is mostly laid to stone chippings beneath a timber pergola. It offers a private outdoor space that is easy to maintain and ideal for pot plants.

Useful Information -

Energy Efficiency Rating D
Council Tax Band B
uPVC Double Glazing
Gas Fired Central Heating from a Combination Boiler
Mains Drainage
Freehold

Location And Directions -

Mere is a picture perfect village that lies at the south-western tip of Salisbury Plain close to the borders of Dorset and Somerset. Nestling beneath the South Wiltshire Downs, large parts of the surrounding countryside are "Areas of outstanding natural beauty" - just three miles away is the National Trust property, Stourhead with its famous landscaped gardens. Mere is also full of history with lots of beautiful and fascinating buildings. Mere also benefits from having a good community spirit with many facilities such as, a museum, library, pharmacy, dentist, post office, and fire station. There are also a good selection of shops and village pubs. Salisbury is approximately 25 miles away., and there is a main line station in Gillingham, which is about a 10 minute drive plus a Waitrose and various other shop .
Postcode - BA12 6HJ
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