Detached house for sale in Trowbridge BA14, 6 Bedroom

Built in 1647, this fine Grade II* listed Jacobean manor house enjoys exceptional grounds and gardens, in all about 2.046 acres, which provide a wonderful setting for the house. Complementing
the house is a self-contained flat and a detached building on stone pillars which is perfect for a home office/studio. The front of the property is adorned with mature wisteria and enjoys a gabled stone porch with a bolection moulded doorway.

Internally the house boasts a number of features including wainscot panelling, elegant fireplaces, ovolo moulded beams and a large wooden staircase with closed string, turned balusters, moulded hand rail and square newels. The fabulous reception rooms in the house include the drawing room, panelled sitting room and dining room with large bay windows on the east and west facing elevations. The inner atrium with balcony and full-size skylight above provides a striking
feature. The kitchen overlooks the formal lawn with French doors leading out, central island and a four-oven aga. From here is the spacious family room that leads through to the exercise room,
sauna and conservatory. Also on this level are a study, wine cellar, utility/butler's pantry, boot/boiler room and cloakroom.

On the first floor, the property provides a fully fitted Neville Johnson study, five bedrooms, three bathrooms and shower room in the main part of the house. The master bedroom occupies the
prime position with a dressing room, bathroom and a large bay window overlooking a courtyard.

On the second floor is a self-contained flat comprising sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and
bathroom, providing flexibility in the accommodation arrangement - a further two bedrooms could be integrated into the main house.

The Manor is situated in the heart of Steeple Ashton which is a thriving, busy and much sought after village with plenty of local amenities including an award-winning shop and cafe in the attractive main high street, and a popular public house. The village church of St Mary the Virgin is a fine example of medieval architecture, awarded Grade I listing as an historic monument.

There are a good range of well-regarded schools in the area, including Stonar at Atworth, St Mary's Calne, Dauntseys, Marlborough College and many schools in Bath such as Monkton Combe and King Edward's. There is also a well-regarded primary
school in Keevil and the West Ashton Church of England School.

Those with an interest in outdoor pursuits are well catered for in the region, with various golf courses, walks and riding routes. More extensive amenities can be found in nearby market towns of Devizes, Trowbridge and Chippenham. The World Heritage city of Bath is approximately 14 miles away with its wide range of cultural, leisure and sporting amenities.

The house is approached through stone pillars from a private driveway with central lawn and turning circle. Steps lead through gates to a knot and topiary garden before reaching the front
entrance. To the side of the house is a part-walled courtyard providing additional parking for several vehicles. The garden and grounds are an exceptional attraction and provide a wonderful setting for the house. They have been lovingly improved over recent years and incorporate a fishpond bordered by specimen shrubs and trees including magnolia grandiflora; a beautifully
positioned lily pond, encased on three sides by magnificent pleached limes; an abundance of floral beds, mature specimen and topiary trees, and areas of formal lawn enclosed by mature
yew hedges. The productive kitchen garden is thoughtfully laid out and well planned with two greenhouses, raised beds full of a variety of vegetables and fruit cage. Beyond the immediate garden lies a mature orchard.

Complementing the house is the studio, a stand alone building on raised pillars. It is shown in records as a granary but is more likely
to have been a village meeting house. A single large room, it offers a versatile space with a large attic area above that could be converted, subject to the necessary consents. Beneath the studio
is a covered area offering ancillary space for garden machinery. There is a three-bayed garage block with storage above.