Westrop, Highworth

For sale via the Modern Method of Auction

Situated in the sought-after Westrop in Highworth, this detached three-bedroom cottage presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to create a characterful home tailored to their own tastes. Although perfectly habitable, the cottage does require modernisation throughout and offers generous accommodation, a private garden and off-road parking, making it a compelling prospect for both homeowners and investors.

Internally, the accommodation is well-proportioned and arranged over two floors. On the ground floor there is a spacious lounge spanning the front of the property, providing a comfortable main living area. To the rear, a separate dining room offers a great space for entertaining or an ideal playroom or study, while the kitchen/breakfast room is a good size open-plan layout. A useful utility room sits just off the kitchen, adding to the practicality of the home.

Upstairs, you will find the three bedrooms, all of which are doubles in size and have great natrual light.  At the end of the landing is the is the family bathroom.

Externally, the property has a private rear garden, mainly laid to lawn with a patio area, offering a pleasant outdoor space that could be enhanced further with landscaping. To the side, there are two allocated parking spaces, an important feature in this location and a rare find with older cottages.

Highworth is a historic market town located on the edge of the Cotswolds, known for its strong sense of community and attractive surroundings. The High Street offers a range of independent shops, cafes, pubs and everyday amenities, making it a convenient and desirable place to live.

For commuters, the location is particularly well positioned. Swindon is approximately 15 minutes away by car and provides a mainline railway station with direct services to London Paddington in under an hour. Cirencester can be reached in around 20 minutes, while Oxford is approximately 40 to 45 minutes away. The nearby A419 offers easy access to the M4 and wider road networks.

There are a number of well-regarded schooling options in the area, including Westrop Primary and Nursery School, Southfield Junior School and Highworth Warneford School for secondary education. The surrounding region also offers a selection of independent schools in Cirencester, Cricklade and Oxford.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a detached cottage in a desirable location with significant scope for improvement. With the right vision, this property could be transformed into a charming and comfortable long-term home.

Auctioneers Comments:

This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).

If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.

A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.

The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.

Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.

Auctioneers Comments:

This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).

If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.

A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.

The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.

Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.

Entrance Porch

Kitchen / Breakfast Room

5.45m x 3.49m - 17'11" x 11'5"

Dining Room

3.04m x 2.84m - 9'12" x 9'4"

Lounge

5.48m x 3.67m - 17'12" x 12'0"

Bedroom

5.48m x 2.87m - 17'12" x 9'5"

Bedroom

5.48m x 2.87m - 17'12" x 9'5"

Bedroom

3.7m x 2.61m - 12'2" x 8'7"

Bedroom

3.04m x 2.84m - 9'12" x 9'4"

Bedroom

3.04m x 2.84m - 9'12" x 9'4"

Bathroom