Upper Woodford, Salisbury

A four bedroom cottage with river views, set in a popular village location to the north of Salisbury

Originally a smaller cottage dating from the late 1800s, Crockers Cottage is an unlisted home that was thoughtfully extended in 2004 and meticulously renovated by the current owners, who have lived here since 1996. Parking is available along the village lane, from where a side gate provides access to the front door of the cottage.

The front door opens into a light and bright open-plan kitchen/dining room, enhanced by new hardwood windows and doors installed in 2023. The kitchen is fitted with a Rangemaster oven and hob, complemented by bespoke, hand-built hardwood shaker-style wall and base units with granite worktops. A large, matching free-standing dresser is included in the sale and a slate tiled floor which runs through to a useful utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and housing the oil-fired boiler.

The sitting room with solid oak flooring enjoys an east-facing aspect and features an exposed brick wall, a log-burner, and lovely views over the river and the water meadow beyond.

Upstairs, the accommodation comprises four bedrooms, including one ensuite, together with a family bathroom. The principal bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room, a vaulted ceiling and French doors opening onto a west-facing terrace. Bedroom two enjoys beautiful views and features a charming original fireplace. Bedroom three has been extended and incorporates an additional study area, with potential for use as a further reception room if desired. Bedroom four is situated adjacent to the family bathroom.

Crockers Cottage offers a rare combination of character, thoughtful modernisation and an exceptional setting. With its generous accommodation, carefully landscaped gardens and breathtaking views across the river and water meadows, the property is ideally suited to both family life and relaxed entertaining. Set within the heart of the village yet enjoying a wonderfully private and peaceful position, this is a home that truly embraces its surroundings and offers a special lifestyle opportunity.

In total, the property extends to approximately 0.38 acre, with gardens to the rear enjoying exceptional, far-reaching views across the river and water meadows beyond, providing a wonderfully peaceful backdrop to the house. Steps lead up from the side of the house to the elevated rear garden.

The owners have lived here with young children and have thoughtfully created safe, level areas of garden for play, while still retaining a sense of space and informality. Carefully terraced lawns maximise usable areas for everyday family life, complemented by a further BBQ patio for entertaining, a large garden shed, and a wild area ideal for bonfires, composting, and enjoying the natural setting.

The Woodford Valley is officially recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and are part of the National Cycle Network and is widely regarded as one of the most picturesque stretches of the River Avon, running between the A303 at West Amesbury and the historic cathedral city of Salisbury. The river meanders gently south through unspoilt countryside, creating a landscape of
open water meadows, rolling fields and quiet lanes that is ideal for those seeking a rural lifestyle with a strong sense of place.

Upper Woodford lies just a few miles north of Salisbury, offering easy access to the city’s excellent range of shopping, cultural and leisure facilities, while retaining the charm and tranquillity of village life. The area is well served by a number of highly regarded schools in both the state and private sectors. The surrounding countryside provides outstanding opportunities for walking and cycling directly from the village, with further outdoor pursuits including fly fishing, shooting and horse riding available locally through established clubs and stables. Despite its peaceful setting, the area remains well connected, with the A303 at Amesbury linking to the M3 motorway, and mainline rail services from Salisbury and Grateley offering frequent journeys to London Waterloo.