Malmsbury Road, Leigh, Swindon

For sale by Auction: A partially-renovated semi-detached cottage with a GIA of 2,040sqft. (189.5sqm.), providing scope for remodelling, enjoying a garden, outbuilding and rural views, ideally located between Malmesbury and Cricklade.

The Property - Conveniently located between Malmesbury and Cricklade, in the small village of Leigh, this semi-detached cottage has been partially renovated by the current owner, providing a buyer with the opportunity to refurbish and complete the project to their own tastes. With attractive rendered elevations under a slate tiled roof, there are replacement timber leaded light windows throughout. Internally there is scope to remodel the existing accommodation, which comprises entrance porch, 3 reception rooms, former kitchen, former utility room, conservatory and WC on the ground floor. The first floor provides a large landing with walk-in storage, dressing room and a bedroom. The garden extends to the east of the property and is mainly lawned with a gravel parking area and an outbuilding. There are delightful rural views to the south.

Situation - The property enjoys a rural setting in the attractive Wiltshire countryside, whilst remaining conveniently located for the extensive amenities of Swindon, approximately 7 miles to the south. Swindon offers an excellent range of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, leisure facilities, healthcare services and a mainline railway station with regular services to London Paddington, Bristol and South Wales. The nearby market town of Highworth provides a good selection of independent shops, cafés, public houses, schools and day-to-day amenities, with further facilities available in Shrivenham and Watchfield. The property is well placed for commuters, with excellent road communications via the A419 providing direct access to the M4 at Junctions 15 and 16, as well as links to Cirencester, the Cotswolds and the wider motorway network.

The surrounding countryside offers an abundance of walking, cycling and riding opportunities, with the North Wessex Downs National Landscape and the Cotswolds both within easy reach. The area is well served by a range of highly regarded state and independent schools, including those in Highworth, Shrivenham and Swindon, together with Pinewood School, Hatherop Castle School, St Hugh's School and Marlborough College.

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Services - Mains water and electricity. Private drainage*. Ultrafast broadband and mobile coverage available. Refer to Ofcom's website.

Local Authority - Wiltshire Council - Council Tax Band E

Agents Notes - *The current sewerage system may not comply with regulations and buyers should carry out their own investigations and factor the cost to replace the system into their maximum bid if necessary.

Solicitors - Ruth Thomas & Co Solicitors
Ceredigion SA40 9YH