Pound Pill, Corsham, SN13 9HX

Located on the desirable Prospect-Pound Pill access to Corsham and just a few minutes’ level walk to the historic town centre, this 1930s property has been redeveloped and comprehensively refurbished to create a stunning three / four-bedroomed detached home. 

Finished to a high standard throughout, the property is ready to move in whilst still offering opportunities for the new owner to stamp their personality on the building and grounds. Three themes: flexibility, versatility and future-proofing; underpin a design and layout which can be adapted over time as circumstances change. Whilst outwardly presenting as an established property, new wiring, gas central heating, plumbing and windows together with a 10-year structural warranty, provide peace of mind. 

Externally the property retains its original Bath Stone walls with additions rendered in cream to echo a vernacular seen in several properties in the High Street and nearby streets. Together with the recessed front porch and aluminium windows, the result contrasts period charm with modern practicality to create a simple yet attractive façade.

Entering the property, a wide central hallway provides access to all ground floor rooms, but the eye is naturally drawn to the kitchen-diner ahead and beyond that the garden.

Overlooking the rear garden the large kitchen-diner (25’ 4” x 16’) is the heart of the building; flooded with natural light from the large west-facing patio door and rooflights. The kitchen area comprises a fully fitted Shaker-Style wall and base units, with a mixture of freestanding and integrated appliances. The clean open space provides considerable flexibility as to how the room is configured and used; especially since the adjoining boot room and utility room can hold everything which can make the typical kitchen feel crowded and cluttered. Day-to-day access to the rear of the property is via the boot room which has plenty of room for shoes, coats and bags whilst the utility room provides additional storage, another sink area and space for a washing machine and other white goods. Large easy-to-clean porcelain tiles visually unify the three rooms. 

Returning to the central entrance hall, the ground floor configuration exemplifies the Architect’s commitment to creating a layout which maximises flexibility and minimises wasted space. The middle shower room can be accessed from the hallway with a Jack and Jill door proving access from the adjoining front room. As a result this reception room could serve as a permanent accessible bedroom with en-suite or as an occasional guest bedroom. Meanwhile a second reception overlooking the front aspect (measuring 11’ x 11’ 10”) could serve as a quiet sitting room or home office. The final room leading off the hallway houses the beautiful solid Oak stairs whilst still leaving plenty of space to serve another purpose such as a kid’s playroom or study. Both this room and the wide stairwell are brightly lit by a skylight.

At the top of the stairs a hatch with integrated ladder provides access to the loft which provides additional storage space for occasional and seasonal items. The landing leads to three double bedrooms and a family bathroom and is another illustration of the Architect’s attention to detail; skillfully configured to facilitate the easy movement of large items of furniture into each of the rooms. Oak flooring runs across the bedrooms and landing.

Ahead is the principal bathroom. Designed and fitted by local specialists Bancey Bathrooms and, like all the bathrooms in the house, finished to a high spec. Dual-fuel radiators, demister mirrors and hidden sockets typify their attention to small details. A skylight provides natural light whilst giving bathers a glimpse of the stars.

The generous rear bedroom has an ensuite shower room and has ample space for cupboards and storage units. From this window the true scope and potential of the garden can best be appreciated. Two further double bedrooms are very generously proportioned and, with no houses opposite, both enjoy good views. The second bedroom is specifically configured to facilitate another Jack and Jill arrangement (thereby creating a third potential ensuite bathroom) if the remaining third upstairs bedroom was only to be occasionally occupied.

Externally, the front enjoys a generous parking area, laid to gravel, with ample space for multiple vehicles complete with fitted EV charging point. (The property lies outside the Corsham Conservation Area and the opening could therefore be adjusted if desired). Additional parking for smaller vehicles is available via the side access. 

To the rear, there is a large private patio complete with external electrical sockets and water tap. The large garage has been re-roofed and rewired with plenty of space for cars, bikes, mowers, etc. Beyond the patio, the garden has been subdivided into three areas which require little time and effort to maintain. The rear garden enjoys considerable scope for a new owner to impose their personality and vision on the property.

The large detached garage could easily be converted into a workshop, home office, gym or playroom and is large enough that it could be split to serve two different purposes (all subject to planning permission). Whilst for the keen or budding gardener there’s a good-sized greenhouse and a series of raised beds; with wood chippings as ground cover to remove the need for mowing. To compete the external areas, to the rear there’s another level area which could house additional outbuildings or even a home office or guest cabin (subject to planning permission). 

Nestled at the southern end of the Cotswolds and surrounded by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty the pretty town of Corsham with its free-roaming peacocks and mix of Georgian and Victorian architecture regularly features in lists of the best towns to live in England. The High Street has featured in numerous films and tv series and hosts a range of independent shops and restaurants. There’s a lively cultural scene, thriving sports clubs and excellent schools. The Georgian heritage city of Bath is less than 10 miles away and accessible by regular bus services as is Chippenham - with its main line station to London (Paddington) and Junction 17 of the M4 motorway. Bus stops connecting to both Bath and Chippenham are located within a few hundred feet of the property as are the hundreds of acres of open parkland for walks.

Tenure: Freehold 

Services: Heating - Gas Central Heating, Double Glazed Windows, Mains Drainage, Mains Water Supply. Mains Electricity Supply.

Council Tax Band:  D

EPC Rating:  C (75) // Potential:  B (85)