Chopping Knife Lane, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8

Description

Set on the outskirts of Marlborough, this substantial and beautifully maintained family house enjoys the best of both worlds with ready access to the nearby Savernake Forest and open countryside despite being just moments from the town centre.

Inside, the property is light-filled and airy, with high ceilings and spacious main rooms that enhance its welcoming atmosphere. Tastefully decorated throughout, the home has a genuinely lovely feel enhanced by some charming period features that add character and warmth.

The expansive kitchen / breakfast room is a fabulous room, complete with a central island, an abundance of fitted units and its own wood-burning stove. There is ample space for a kitchen table providing a great spot for family meals or cozy gatherings. There is a wonderful flow to the ground floor and the separate dining room offers another perfect space for entertaining guests.

The generous sitting room, centred around the wood-burning stove, opens down into a versatile playroom, office, or snug — perfectly set up for family life or working from home. The ground floor accommodation is completed by the utility room, separate cloakroom and a sizeable sun room to the front.

The principal bedroom enjoys grand proportions and boasts an abundance of fitted wardrobes and large, modern en-suite shower room. The two main guest bedrooms are served by the well-appointed family bathroom and the fourth, smaller bedroom enjoys an ensuite shower room.

Planning permission (PL/2023/07353) has been granted allowing for substantial additions and customisations to this already fabulous house. A great opportunity for those looking to expand, reconfigure, or simply enhance the existing home.

Outside

The property is set back 95' (28.8m) from Chopping Knife Lane and is approached by a large gravel drive with an abundance of car parking to front and side. The double-width garage with electric door offers additional, secure parking, handy storage and workshop space. Behind the garage is a flexible space for hobbies, fitness, or even remote work.

Positioned centrally on a generous plot of approximately half an acre, the gardens wrap around the property and are mainly laid out to lawn with well-established shrub beds. The garden enjoys a good degree of privacy and benefits from far-reaching views. Specimen trees add seasonal interest and natural beauty and with the front patio, rear terrace, and adjoining decks there is always an area to enjoy the sunlight throughout the day.

Situation

Chopping Knife Lane is located on the eastern edge of Marlborough and is well positioned to make the most of all the town has to offer. Marlborough is a vibrant market town with an impressive mix of major retailers, independent boutiques, coffee and tea shops. National retailers include Waitrose and Tesco supermarkets, there is a twice weekly market, and the wide range of restaurants include Dan’s, Pino’s, Rick Stein’s, Franklyn’s Bistro and Ask. There are further shopping areas in Hillier’s Yard and Hughenden Yard, as well as a boutique cinema on The Parade.

The leisure centre and golf club provide excellent sporting facilities and there are thriving tennis, cricket, hockey, rugby and running clubs in town. Marlborough has excellent schooling with St Johns Academy close by and is also home to the renowned private school, Marlborough College. The town is well placed for other towns including Bath, Hungerford, Newbury and Swindon, whilst being surrounded by the attractive countryside of the Marlborough Downs, Pewsey Vale and Kennet Valley with nearby ancient sites of Avebury and Stonehenge. Rail links and M4 connections are at Pewsey, Great Bedwyn, Swindon and Hungerford.

Services and Material Information

- Freehold
- Mains water, mains drainage. Gas fired central heating
- Council tax band: G (Wiltshire Council)
- Energy efficiency rating: D
- Broadband and mobile coverage. Please refer to Ofcom website