Old Standlynch Farm, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5

A charming four bedroom barn conversion with exceptional dimensions spanning 2200 sq ft situated within a development of eight houses.

This property is coming to the market for the first time in almost thirty years and situated within a bespoke development, South Barn is a unique opportunity for any purchaser. Upon entering the property you are immediately struck by the sheer volume throughout the 2,200 sq ft on offer as well as the period features that the current owners have kept whilst extending the property during their stewardship. The centre piece of the ground floor accommodation is the sitting which has French doors to the garden, herringbone brickwork in the fire place, solid oak floorboards and exposed beams. In addition, there are views out to the surrounding countryside as well as an easterly aspect which ensures the room is light throughout the day.

Adjoining the living room is the kitchen/dining room which offers the volume which one would expects from a barn conversation whilst still being a comfortable family area. There is an Aga, plenty of storage via base and wall hung units, granite worktops, French doors out to the garden, tiled floor and an attractive exposed brick wall. The kitchen flows straight into the sun room which has a vaulted ceiling and offers a triple aspect view and access into the garden. The kitchen also offers access to a useful utility room which connects to the double garage. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the study/fourth bedroom which again offers exposed beams, a tiled floor and views into the communal grounds alongside the downstairs shower room and loo.

Moving upstairs, the principal bedroom is a large double bedroom with an ensuite shower room and built in wardrobes. There are two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. There are oak doors throughout the property which marries up well with the oak staircase highlighting the quality of the renovation of the barn.

Old Standlynch Farm is almost a hamlet in itself, and surrounded by rolling countryside in what can only be described as a truly unspoilt rural environment equidistant from the cathedral city of Salisbury and the New Forest, excellent amenities can be found within the neighbouring and thriving village of Downton approximately two miles away including a variety of shops, public houses, doctor’s surgery, library, church and both primary and senior schools whilst also being within the catchment for Salisbury Grammar Schools. Salisbury provides more widespread facilities including a mainline railway station with London Waterloo only one and a half hours away. For the road commuter the A36 is only a few minutes away with the commercial centres of Bournemouth and Southampton both with their regional airports.

The area offers much to the country and sporting enthusiast with a plethora of foot paths adjacent to the farm, several of which lead directly onto the River Avon with scenic river walks into the village of Downton and through to Salisbury. The New Forest National Park falls to the south east and which is within easy cycling distance of Standlynch whilst there are numerous byways and bridle paths with riding schools and stabling well provided for together with a variety of golf courses in the area too.

There is a large garden to the rear of the property which is predominantly laid to lawn alongside exceptional attractive mature borders and raised beds. The garden has been well designed to offer colour through the year ensuing a beautiful outlook all year round. Moreover, the garden benefits from a lovely timber clad artist studio which is accessed by a gravel path.

Within Old Standlynch Farm there are a variety of communal areas with a large central lawn area around which the majority of the properties are attractively positioned together with an orchard area, all of which are for the exclusive benefit of the residents.

Council Tax Band - G

Mains gas, water and electricity.
Shared private sewerage treatment plant.

From Salisbury take the A36 towards Southampton, taking the exit just before the road becomes a dual carriageway onto the old Southampton Road. After a short distance, take the right hand fork onto Shute End Road, following the signs for Downton. After approximately 1 mile turn right onto Witherington Road and follow the road for approximately 2 miles whereby the entrance for Old Standlynch Farm will be on the left hand side.