Cottage for sale in Malmesbury SN16, 2 Bedroom

Description Horseshoe Cottage is a very charming period cottage, situated right in the heart of Sherston with a broad range of amenities just a moments' walk from the property. The cottage is believed to date to the 18th Century, originally forming the stables belonging to the neighbouring old post office. Constructed of attractive natural Cotswold stone, the property is an ideal rental investment opportunity or second home within the Cotswolds.

The compact but well-presented accommodation extends in total to 509 sq.Ft. Arranged over two storeys and benefits from new carpets. The fitted kitchen is open plan to the living room which has double doors through a sunny conservatory. On the first floor is a double bedroom with built in wardrobes, a bathroom and a multi-purpose room also with built in storage which can be utilised as a single bedroom, study or dressing room.

Off the conservatory is a delightful courtyard garden which benefits from a great degree of privacy and the sun all day long. Enclosed by Cotswold stone walls which have been recently restored, the courtyard is laid to patio with raised planted borders. There is on street parking easily available on Court Street and the High Street.

Situation The beautiful, ancient and much sought after village of Sherston with its broad High Street and historic stone houses is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty conveniently located on the edge of the Cotswolds. Sherston has a thriving community and offers many facilities, including church, primary school, doctor's surgery, post office & general stores, hairdresser, wine shops and two pubs including the highly regarded 16th century Rattlebone Inn, with its excellent food and friendly atmosphere. The facilities and amenities in Sherston more than adequately provide for everyday need with a whole host of societies and clubs meeting on a regular basis offering entertainment and social events for young and old alike.

Schooling locally is second to none, with very good state and independent schools providing transport to and from the village on a daily basis. Close by are the market towns of Malmesbury and Tetbury which are both approximately 5 miles away. Malmesbury is reputed to be the oldest Borough in the country dating back to the 11th Century. Both towns offer a wider range of shops, services, schooling and leisure facilities. There are main line stations to London-Paddington at Kemble (14 miles) and Chippenham (12 miles) whilst Junctions 17 & 18 of the M4 are both within 15 minutes’ drive providing convenient access to Bath, Bristol and Swindon.