High Street, Malmesbury, SN16

A Beautiful 18th-Century Home

Situated on the High Street in the heart of the historic market town of Malmesbury, this charming Grade II listed, double-fronted period home is offered to the market for the first time in eighty years. Having been a much-loved family residence since 1946, the property has been meticulously maintained and remains full of character, offering approximately 1,800 sq. ft of versatile accommodation arranged over three floors. Offered with no onward chain, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a home where decades of family care have uncovered and preserved its architectural soul.

The Ground Floor:

The ground floor features unique historical elements restored by the current family, two well-proportioned reception rooms are to the front

• The Dining Room : A  formal space featuring rare finger-block parquet flooring. It is anchored by an Inglenook fireplace, which the family personally uncovered to reveal its original red brick piers with a timber bressummer.

• The Living Room : A bright, welcoming space with an original style sash window to front and a feature fireplace and wood-burning stove set within a rustic exposed brick hearth, perfectly framed by a large sash window.

• The Farmhouse Kitchen: To the rear and overlooking the garden, the kitchen features solid timber worktops, a traditional ledge-and-brace door, and a decorative arched alcove.

• The Vaulted Study & Mezzanine: Perhaps the home's most enchanting feature, the owners uncovered the original mezzanine hay store sitting above the study. This space is accessed via a timber ladder and showcases stunning exposed rafters.

• Utility & Boot Room: A highly practical area for country life, featuring a classic Belfast sink, terracotta-style flooring, and a traditional laundry pulley.

The Upper Floors:

• The Primary Suite: The first floor offers two comfortable bedrooms, including a principal suite with a decorative Victorian-style cast-iron fireplace in a unique verdigris finish. It enjoys an En-suite bathroom with a roll-top bath, separate shower, and exposed timber beams.

• Family Bathroom & Bedroom Two: A second double bedroom with an inset decorative arched grate and a separate family bathroom complete this level.

• The Second Floor: A further staircase leads to a sprawling third bedroom (extending to 27'). With its exposed A-frame trusses and wooden flooring, it creates an ideal guest retreat, hobby space, or private studio.

Outside: A Walled Garden Oasis

Externally, the property benefits from an impressive and beautifully maintained rear garden extending to approximately 100ft. A stone-flagged patio leads through a picturesque rose arch to a level lawn, bordered by established perennial planting and stone outbuildings, offering a peaceful sanctuary in the center of town.

Property Information

The property is Freehold with gas heating, mains drainage, metered water and electricity. Wiltshire Council Tax Band F. EPC Rating : D. Good outdoor and in-home mobile phone coverage according to Ofcom mobile with standard broadband available. Please check the website for more information. Flood risk is very low as stated by the gov.uk website. The services, systems, and appliances listed in any specification have not been tested by the agent and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All information should be verified prior to exchange of contracts.

Entrance Hall

Wooden flooring and half height panelling. Stairs to first floor. Radiator. Door to rear garden. Doors to:

Living Room

4.22m x 3.67m

Double hung sash windows to front with secondary glazing. Feature fireplace with bressumer beam, stone hearth and inset wood burner. Wall light points. Radiator.

Dining Room

4.22m x 3.51m

Double hung sash window to front with secondary glazing. Feature inglenook fireplace with timber bressummer beam, original red brick piers and stone hearth. Fitted alcove storage either side. Finger-block parquet flooring. Radiator. Door to:

Storage Room

2.22m x 2.09m

Large storage room with separate cupboard housing hot water cylinder. Understairs storage cupboard.

Kitchen Breakfast Room

3.79m x 3.67m

Window to rear overlooking the rear garden. Farmhouse kitchen with fitted base units, wall plate rack, matching tall double storage unit and solid oak dresser. Solid wood worksurface with inset ceramic one and half bowl sink and drainer with mixer tap. Integrated fridge and space for oven. Decorative alcove. Exposed beams. Spotlights, wooden flooring and radiator.

Rear Lobby

Double doors opening onto the rear garden. Tiled flooring. Door to:

Study

4.61m x 2.4m

Three windows to side. Exposed beams. Access to an exposed timber framework vaulted mezzanine level with original loft door.. Wooden flooring. Wall light points and radiator. Door to:

Boot Room

2.94m x 2.4m

Window to side. Door to rear. Gas 'Worcester' boiler. Ceramic butler sink with mixer tap over. Space and plumbing for washing machine and fridge freezer. Tiled flooring.

First Floor, Landing

Stairs to attic room. Doors to:

Family Bathroom

Window to side. Three piece white suite comprising panel bath with mixer tap and tiled splashbacks, pedestal wash hand basin and W/C. Exposed beams and wooden flooring.

Bedroom One

4.21m x 3.93m

Double hung sash window to front with secondary glazing. Feature 'Victorian cast iron fireplace with a unique verdigris finish. Built in double wardrobe with hanging space. Radiator. Door to:

En Suite

3.81m x 3.15m

Deep window to rear. Timeless roll top bath with mixer tap and separate shower wand. Corner shower cubicle with shower over. Vanity wash hand basin with storage under and W/C. Half height tiling. Exposed beams, wooden flooring and radiator.

Bedroom Two

3.86m x 3m

Double hung sash window with secondary glazing to front. Feature original cast iron fireplace with white painted mantel and inset decorative arched grate. Exposed beams. Built in storage cupboard and radiator.

Second Floor Attic Room

8.45m x 3.17m

Reduced head height with exposed vaulted 'A' frame timber beams. 'Velux' window to rear. Wooden flooring. Eave storage.

Garden

The rear of the property features a beautifully maintained walled garden extending to approximately 100ft. It offers a tranquil outdoor sanctuary characterised by a level lawn bordered by established perennial beds and mature shrubs. A stone-flagged patio, ideal for entertaining, leads through a picturesque rose arch that divides the space. Stone outbuilding, providing useful storage or workshop potential.

Disclaimer

Property Particulars Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars, and they are believed to be correct, they are for guidance purposes only and do not constitute any part of a contract. Any measurements, distances, and floorplans provided are approximate and should not be relied upon for purchasing carpets or furniture. Prospective purchasers/tenants must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of all details. Photographs, computer-generated images (CGI), and virtual tours are shown for illustrative and marketing purposes only and may not accurately represent the property or its current condition. Items such as furnishings, decorations, and the specific view from the property are not guaranteed. The agent does not accept responsibility for any error, omission, or misstatement in these particulars. We reserve the right to alter, amend, or withdraw the property from the market without prior notice.