Semi-detached house for sale in Chippenham SN14, 4 Bedroom

Description Manor Farm Cottage is a very attractive Grade II Listed semi-detached period home situated within the rural hamlet of Leigh Delamere located for a convenient network to London and the South West. Constructed of natural stone under a tiled roof, the property dates back to the 17th Century original forming part of the Manor House belonging to the Neeld Estate. The cottage boasts a wealth of original character features including stone mullion windows, exposed beams and high vaulted ceilings on the first floor. Spanning over two floors, the beautifully presented accommodation extends in all to 2,422 sq.ft.

On the ground floor, a spacious entrance hall opens to an impressive light filled kitchen/dining room with original flagstone flooring, solid wood fitted units and an aga. The cosy living room has a wood burning stove whilst the 24ft family room overlooks the back garden. There is a study or occasional ground floor bedroom in addition to a useful fitted utility room and a shower room. On the first, a spacious landing has excellent built in storage and serves three double bedrooms and a family bathroom with rolltop bath. The master bedroom has a generous modern en-suite shower room.

The property is set down a shared gravel drive set away from the lane with double five-bar gate opening to ample private parking in front of the cottage. The property benefits from large gardens arranged at both the front and rear. The front garden has established planted borders and shrubs with views over the church. The rear garden is fully enclosed with a large paved terrace and steps up to a good sized lawn.

Situation The property is located within the rural hamlet of Leigh Delamere situated between the larger villages of Grittleton and Stanton St Quinton. There is a choice of footpaths and bridlepaths which tour the stunning Wiltshire countryside available straight off the doorstep. Leigh Delamere service station is within walking distance to the property and has amenities such a Marks & Spencers and cafes. The property is well positioned for swift access onto the M4 providing an easy commute to London, Reading, Swindon, Bristol and the M5. The neighbouring village of Grittleton has various amenities including The Neeld Arms public house, Church, tennis and cricket clubs. To the east, St Quinton has a great sense of community with regular activities being ran at the village hall as well having a primary school, hotel/restaurant and Norman Church. The village of Yatton Keynell, 2.5 miiles away has a Post Office and local store and provides Outstanding Ofsted rated Primary School, By Brook Valley. The Bell Inn is a popular local pub, serving quality home made food. The larger village of Hullavington also has a primary school, shop/post office and pub whilst both Malmesbury and Chippenham are within a 10-minute drive and have a comprehensive range of facilities plus secondary schooling. The cultural cities of Bath and Bristol are about 25 minutes by car whilst for those needing to travel further afield, there are frequent inter-city train services at Chippenham, Bath is just 11 minutes away by train. The M4 (Junction 17) is about 5 minutes' drive away providing easy access to London, the south and the Midlands.

Tenure & services We understand the property is Freehold with oil fired central heating, mains drains and water.