Terraced house for sale in Malmesbury SN16, 3 Bedroom

Description This charming Cotswold stone Grade II Listed cottage is situated within just off Malmesbury High Street and in walking distance to many amenities and walks along the River Avon. Dating back to the early 19th century, the cottage has been extended and fully refurbished to an exacting standard over the years whilst retaining ample character throughout including sash windows, exposed beams and original floor boards.

Arranged over three floors, the accommodation extends in all to 793 sq.Ft comprising on the ground floor a living room with woodburning stove through to the fitted kitchen which benefits from underfloor heating. On the first floor, there is a modern family bathroom with shower over bath and a double bedroom with ample built in storage, whilst the top floor has two further double bedrooms. The property benefits from gas fired central heating through a new combi boiler, with other works including a complete rewiring, newly installed front and rear doors, and replacement double glazing at the rear.

Externally, steps from the back door lead up to a shared courtyard area with a storage shed and further steps continue up to a delightful timber decking enclosed by trellises ideal for alfresco dining.

Situation Malmesbury is an ancient hilltop town situated on the southern edge of The Cotswolds. Traditionally a market town serving the rural area of North West Wiltshire, the town is reputed to be the oldest borough in England created by Charter in 880 ad by Alfred the Great. Today, the High Street has numerous independent shops, pubs and restaurants including a new Waitrose store and a regular weekly Farmer's market whilst the town has excellent choice of both primary and secondary schools and good recreational and leisure facilities. The M4 motorway (J17) to the south provides fast road access to the major employment centres of Bristol and Swindon together with London and the West Country. Main line rail services are available from Chippenham and Kemble (Paddington in about 75 minutes).

There are many local footpaths and bridleways and the area is well served for cultural and sporting interests. There are theatres in Bath, Bristol and Swindon, together with golf courses in Chippenham, Brinkworth, Castle Combe and Minchinhampton. Horse racing can be enjoyed at Bath, Newbury and Cheltenham, while numerous water sports are available at the Cotswold Water Park in South Cerney.