Brimslade, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8

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Nestled in the idyllic rural hamlet of Brimslade, Lock Cottage is a residence of rare character, occupying a MAGICAL CANAL-SIDE SETTING. This unique home harmoniously offers sophisticated and rustic charm, featuring an impressive double height sitting room and SEPARATE CABIN WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM.

DESCRIPTION
The interior of Lock Cottage exudes rustic elegance, blending traditional cottage charm with impressive architectural statements. The centrepiece of the home is the sensational double height sitting room, where the eye is immediately drawn to the soaring ceiling and an impressive full height chimney stack housing a substantial woodburning stove. The generous kitchen/diner serves as a hub with its "country-chic" design. Features include part solid timber and part solid stone worksurfaces, a modern range cooker, and bespoke shaker style cabinetry. The ground floor further comprises a dedicated study, which could also be utilised as an intimate formal dining room, and a functional utility room with cloakroom. Ascending to the first floor, the property offers three well-appointed bedrooms, including two spacious doubles. The principle bedroom benefits from private en-suite facilities, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a contemporary family bathroom featuring modern fixtures and a shower over the bath.
The accommodation is further enhanced by a thoughtfully converted outbuilding. This separate guest cabin, complete with its own en-suite shower room, provides a sophisticated space for visitors or a lucrative opportunity for a premium short term rental.

OUTSIDE
The property’s magical position adjacent to the canal, in this sleepy hamlet, emphasises the enchanting outdoor space on offer. Landscaped to blend with the natural surroundings, utilising the canal frontage, and the babbling stream, the current owners have created their own woodland walk within the garden. The main living areas open directly onto the sheltered sun terrace and barbeque area from two directions, for effortless indoor-outdoor connection. Parking is also addressed with a dedicated private driveway, providing off-road parking for two vehicles and a covered carport.

SERVICES & MATERIAL INFORMATION
The property is connected to mains electricity, mains water and mains drainage and operates on oil central heating.
Council tax band: C
Energy efficiency rating: F

Marlborough is a historic market town and provides a range of shopping and leisure facilities including a twice weekly market. The area is well served with excellent schools including St John's Academy, Marlborough College, Dauntsey's, and St. Francis. There are main line stations to London Paddington and the Southwest at Pewsey, Great Bedwyn (both about 5 miles away) and Hungerford (about 10 miles away). The major commercial centres of Swindon, Andover, and Newbury plus the M4, A303, and M3 are within easy reach. The countryside surrounding the town is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and includes the nearby Savernake Forest and the National Cycle Path.