Thompsons Hill, Sherston
GUIDE PRICE: £1,650,000 Sold STC- Attractive detached period house
- Magical tranquil setting by a millstream
- 4 double bedrooms
- Superb light-filled kitchen/dining room
- Self-contained 1 bedroom cottage
- Large mature gardens
- Private gated parking and double garage
- Separate home office
- Within walking distance of amenities
- Sought-after Cotswold village
Description
Mill House is a very impressive detached period home occupying a truly enviable, magical and tranquil setting overlooking a millstream on the rural edge of the highly sought-after village of Sherston and is one of only a handful of significant homes in the village. Formerly a traditional Cotswold stone cottage, the property was sympathetically extended around ten years ago creating a unique family-sized house thoughtfully designed to take full advantage of the outstanding location. The house is accompanied by the excellent addition of a self-contained cottage, home office and double garaging.
The main house extends to around 2,153 sq.ft with the beautifully presented accommodation arranged over two floors. The ground floor comprises three reception areas and a magnificent light filled kitchen/family room. The characterful sitting room provides a cosy element with a large inglenook fireplace. The kitchen is fitted with oak-built units complete with extra durable worksurfaces arranged around a large island unit and complemented by an Everhot. The configuration has been designed to flow out to the rear patio terrace through bi-folding doors which is a wonderful area to host guests and is very much an extension of the accommodation itself. Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and two en-suites. The principal bedroom suite comprises a dressing room with walk-in closets, a full bathroom, and a double bedroom which has a wonderful Juliet balcony overlooking the stream and surrounding countryside.
In addition there is separate one bedroom cottage within the grounds’ for guests, grown up children or for a rental income, detached from the main house adjoining the garaging. With accommodation of some 517 sq.ft. the cottage comprises living room, kitchen, bedroom and shower room. Above the double garage there is a large home office.
The superb gardens extend to around 0.55 acre, much of which borders the stream providing a peaceful and picturesque setting. To the front of the house there is a large lawn with mature trees beside the gated driveway. The rear terrace has a fantastic degree of privacy and enjoys a westerly aspect overlooking the sunsets over the stream whilst steps lead down to a lower small terrace sitting beside the water level. A newly replaced footbridge has anti-slip fibre decking and accesses an additional garden area which follows the stream surrounded by adjoining fields. There is a summerhouse which has power connected. The situation sees a host of wildlife including kingfishers.
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 a church, popular primary school, doctors surgery, Co-op shop and post office, coffee shops, hairdresser, Indian restaurant, garden centre and 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.
Additional Information
The property is Freehold. There is oil-fired central heating with underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and the extended section of the first floor. A brand new sewage treatment system was installed in November 2024. Mains water and electricity is connected. The property is located within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a conservation area. Superfast broadband is available and there is mobile phone coverage with some limitations. Information taken from the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker website, please check the website for more information. Wiltshire Council Tax Band F for the main house and Band A for the cottage.
Occupying an enviable, peaceful setting beside a millstream, this exceptional detached period home is set within 0.55 acres of enchanting gardens along with a separate cottage.
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