
Bishopstrow, Warminster

- PROPERTY TYPE
Cottage
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- Beautifully presented two-bedroom character cottage
- Sought-after village location in Bishopstrow
- Unique upside-down layout with first-floor open-plan living
- Underfloor heating to the entrance hall and shower room
- Principal bedroom with original feature fireplace
- Majority of windows replaced in 2025
- Tiered rear garden with decked seating area
- Close to local amenities and transport links
Description
A beautifully presented two-bedroom cottage, situated within the highly sought-after Wiltshire village of Bishopstrow, on the outskirts of Warminster. Thoughtfully reconfigured by the current owner, the property offers an individual and contemporary layout with the bedrooms located on the ground floor and the open-plan living accommodation occupying the first floor, making the most of the elevated outlook and natural light.
This charming home combines character features with modern comforts and is ideally suited to first-time buyers, downsizers, or those seeking village living within easy reach of Warminster and its amenities.
You are welcomed into the property via the entrance hall, which provides access to both bedrooms, the shower room and stairs rising to the first floor. The hallway also benefits from underfloor heating, adding comfort and practicality.
Positioned at the front of the home, the principal bedroom is a generous double, offering ample space for all necessary furnishings. The room retains a beautiful original feature fireplace, adding charm and character, while a large front-facing window floods the room with natural light.
To the rear is the second bedroom, a well-proportioned small double or generous single, benefiting from dual-aspect windows and a door providing direct access to the rear garden, making it an ideal guest room, home office or additional bedroom.
The ground floor is completed by the shower room, which is fitted with a shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. There is also space for a washing machine, useful additional storage, and the added luxury of underfloor heating.
Rising to the first floor, you are greeted by an impressive open-plan living space that forms the heart of the home. Filled with natural light from dual-aspect windows, this bright and airy room provides ample space for both lounge and dining furnishings, creating a superb setting for everyday living and entertaining. The room also boasts the benefit of a woodburning stove that is perfect for cosy winter evenings. The kitchen area is fitted with a range of wall and base units with work surfaces over, incorporating a sink inset into the worktop, integrated oven and hob, dishwasher and fridge freezer, offering everything required for modern-day living.
Externally, the property enjoys a delightful tiered rear garden that offers a variety of spaces to enjoy throughout the seasons. Beautifully arranged with established flower beds and vegetable plots, it is ideal for those with a passion for gardening or growing their own produce. A spacious decked seating area, positioned midway up the garden, provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining and relaxing during the warmer months. At the top of the garden, a large garden shed and greenhouse offer excellent storage and further gardening opportunities.
Further benefits include the majority of the windows having been replaced in 2025, enhancing both the appearance and energy efficiency of the home.
Offering a unique layout, character features, modern improvements and a wonderful village setting, this delightful property presents a fantastic opportunity for a wide range of buyers.
An internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm, versatility and quality that this lovely home has to offer.
Property location
Bishopstrow is home to the Bishopstrow House Hotel and spa, it also has a playing field, village hall and church and borders the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs area of outstanding natural beauty. Warminster offers a wide range of shopping and leisure facilities to include library, sports centre, swimming pool, schools, churches, doctors' and dentists' surgeries, hospital and post office. Warminster also benefits from a main line railway station to London Waterloo whilst the nearby A303 provides excellent road links to London to the east and Exeter to the west. Local attractions include Longleat House and Safari Park, Shearwater Lake, Stourhead and Salisbury Plain.
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Martin & Co Westbury haven't tested any of the appliances listed in these details, or asked for warranty or service certificates, unless stated - they're on an 'as seen' basis. You should only use floor plans and measurements as a general guide to room layout and design, as they're not exact. Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before completion. Money Laundering Regulations: Purchasers will be asked to produce identification and proof of residency documentation, once an offer has been agreed, we need to hold this on file before solicitors can be instructed.
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- Band: B
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- On street
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
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