Crofton, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8

A charming Grade II listed period property with separate studio and beautiful gardens.

Description

Rarely do properties within this special and sought after location come to the market.

This is a wonderful Grade II listed home with separate studio and outbuildings. From the entrance porch and along the hallway you can access a number of Meadow cottage's reception rooms. To the right of the hallway sits the kitchen which leads seamlessly into the conservatory, the perfect spot for dining and with French doors which open directly to the garden. More formal dining is held in the characterful dining room with it's original brick hearth and open fire.

The formal sitting room is dual aspect and features beamed ceilings and an open fire. There is an additional snug/ family room allowing plenty of space and options for relaxing. A utility room and cloakroom complete this floor.

To the first floor, the principal bedroom has views over the gardens. The remaining three bedrooms are well proportioned and are served by the family bathroom.

Outside
Outside, climbing roses adorn the front of the property, with a lawned area as well as ample parking space. The pretty cottage gardens extend around to the rear, where a secluded paved dining terrace provides a peaceful setting for outdoor meals.

The garden continues along the south side to a substantial 25 foot timber-built studio with an adjoining bathroom, perfect for a home office or hobby space. Nearby is a pretty summer house with double doors, both buildings enjoying pleasant views over the garden. An additional brick-built outbuilding offers extra storage.

The garden extends into a small paddock which hosts solar panels that supply energy to the house, adding a sustainable feature to this enchanting period home.

To the front is ample parking for a number of vehicles.

Location

Set in unspoiled Wiltshire countryside close to the renowned market towns of Hungerford and Marlborough, Crofton is a charming hamlet nestled against the Kennett and Avon Canal and a mile and a half from the larger village of Great Bedwyn.

Great Bedwyn has a railway station, outstanding Primary School, village shop, Post Office, tennis courts, café, doctor's surgery and the pub can be found a few minutes' walk away. The nearby market towns of Hungerford and Marlborough offer a wider selection of shops and leisure facilities. There is an extensive network of footpaths over the surrounding countryside and the nearby Savernake Forest.

Trains to London (Paddington) are available from Great Bedwyn and Hungerford (approximately 53 minutes).
Junction 14 of the M4 is six miles away, providing access to the motorway network, Heathrow & London.

There are good schools in the area with a well-known kindergarten, Great Bedwyn C of E Primary School, as well as St John's Academy, Marlborough College and St Francis.

Square Footage: 1,777 sq ft



Directions

SN8 3DW

Additional Info

Mains electricity.
Private drainage and water.
Electric night storage heaters.