Poulton Hill, Marlborough, SN8

Fine & Country are delighted to present The Rest House. A superbly renovated historic building set in a private and secluded location just moments from Marlborough’s bustling High Street.

Seller Insight:

What is your favourite room in the house and why?

Our larder. It’s a Tardis!

Who do you think will be the ideal new owner?

Anyone who loves a private versatile house with character, parking, garaging, garden space and walking distance to town. Perfect!

What do you love most and why?

Its location and its privacy. People say they never knew we were here.

What do you love about the local community?

Easy access to town and the countryside for walks, views, mountain biking and equestrian fun. Children are well supported with a local leisure centre and active rugby, hockey, football and tennis clubs. There are always arts and cultural events and festivals, lots of restaurants and Marlborough even has its own cinema.

How easy is it to commute from here?

Very good transport links by train from Swindon, Bedwyn, Hungerford and Pewsey all within a short drive of Marlborough. Motorway network (M4) is 10 mins away.

What made you choose this property over others?

Non-estate period property in town with outdoor space, large rooms and plenty of parking.

Accommodation Summary:

Lower Ground Floor:

This floor is host to a beautiful kitchen diner, complete with fitted kitchen and generous larder. The attractive limestone flooring gives a light and airy feel and the kitchen leads through to the adjacent garden room. The garden room is a large room, which can be multipurpose and also serves as the main day-to-day entrance and utility area. The well-proportioned sitting room features views to the rear garden and a warming log burner, perfect for the cooler months. There’s also a conveniently located WC under the central staircase.

Raised Ground Floor:

A gorgeous light-filled double-aspect drawing room at this level features fireplace, large Georgian-style windows and high ceilings, perfect as a second reception room. The principal bedroom is also at this level which benefits from en-suite bathroom and separate dressing area, in addition to access to the rear garden.

First Floor:

There are 3 further bedrooms on the first floor in addition to the family bathroom. Bedroom 2 benefits from an en-suite shower room. There’s certainly a great deal of space for a family or for guests to visit.

Outside:

Accessed via a private drive, the secluded setting is a real selling point here. There’s a large timber garage on the generous driveway, and parking for several vehicles.

The gardens here have been extensively landscaped offering well-stocked borders and attractive planting. Steps lead down to the entrance to the house, in addition to a side path which will take you across the bridge to enter via the raised ground floor, or onto the rear gardens beyond.

To the south of the property is a lovely level lawn, again bordered by beautiful planting. A terrace to the rear of the property provides a great space for al fresco dining, at the foot of the impressive wisteria which adorns this elevation of the building.

Location:

A short walk away is Marlborough’s High Street which is host to a fantastic range of shops, cafes, restaurants, and public houses, with independent and boutique businesses sitting side by side with larger national chains such as Waitrose. There is a twice weekly market selling everything from fruit and veg to hardware and garden furniture and also a charming independent cinema on The Parade, in addition to a whole host of amenities and facilities within walking distance. There is a variety of excellent schooling available at all levels in and around the town, including St. John's Marlborough and the world-famous Marlborough College. The surrounding countryside is also a huge draw, with country walks, bike rides and other outdoor pursuits all readily available and Marlborough lies in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Marlborough Downs, Savernake Forest, West Woods and many other beauty spots are within easy reach. For transport, the M4 is easily accessible as is the A34. The railway stations at Pewsey, Swindon, Great Bedwyn and Hungerford offer direct services into London Paddington with the fastest taking under 1hr.