4 bed detached house for sale

Milton, Salisbury SP3

The home boasts an abundance of modern yet characterful accommodation, seamlessly blending period features with modern convenience. Externally, the home has a variety of outbuildings which includes a workshop, stables, paddocks and external heated swimming pool.
The light and spacious accommodation perfectly lends itself to couples and families alike, yet still offers oodles of scope for further re-imagination and extension (STPP). Upon entering the home, the style, light and quality of this gorgeous home is immediately apparent. The ground floor accommodation flows effortlessly between the principal rooms which proudly retain an array of original period features including exposed timbers, fireplaces, window seats and exposed brick and stonework.

The traditional linear floorplan boasts a modern farmhouse style kitchen with ample bespoke cabinetry, integrated appliances and an aga. Adjoining is the utility room and a cloakroom. The reception rooms are both dual aspect. The dining room is a generous size and has a stunning inglenook fireplace with inset log burning stove. Set off of the dining room is a fun, occasional bedroom/study. The formal sitting room is a room or particular note and is flooded with natural light from the feature mullion curved rear bay window, that is turn is the ideal spot to sit and enjoy the garden views. There is a fireplace with a log burner. Completing the ground floor accommodation is an office/playroom and a cloakroom.

The first floor comprises three well-balanced bedrooms, the principal of which is a wonderful size and boasts a feature, free standing rolltop bath and separate cloakroom. The two remaining bedrooms are both comfortable doubles and share a stylish, beautifully appointed family bathroom.

Outside

The main gardens and grounds are a particular feature of this stunning village home, extending to the rear and enjoying an excellent degree of privacy as well as a sunny westerly aspect. The sellers have created the expansive formal grounds during their tenure, providing an ever-changing backdrop of colour and texture. The formal grounds are predominantly laid to lawn with pathways wrapping around the side and leading up to the swimming pool and secluded private terrace, ideal for outdoor entertaining and dining. The external swimming pool is heated by an air source heat pump and electrical cover.

The attractive, oak frame range of outbuildings include two airy stables, a double carport, a substantial workshop and two useful stores, as well as a covered area ideal for equestrian or motoring use. The two paddocks extend beyond and are fully fenced, have water troughs and an independent gated access.

Situation

Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where the Nadder Valley, West Wiltshire Downs and the Blackmore Vale all meet, the property is an ideal base from which to explore the stunning surrounding countryside and to enjoy rural pursuits. This thriving village has a range of local amenities including a community run shop/post office, village hall, parish church and The Fox & Hound pub. Shaftesbury is just over six miles away and has a good range of shops, supermarkets, eateries, secondary school, cottage hospital and its famous cobbled street of Gold Hill.

There are railway stations at Gillingham (6.2 miles) and Tisbury (6.7 miles) with direct services to London (Waterloo) and the West Country. Located about a mile from the A350, the local road network gives ready access to the main towns in the area including Bath, Blandford, Bruton, Gillingham, Salisbury, Sherborne, Warminster and Wincanton as well as to the South Coast. The A303 joins with the M3 motorway making London accessible for the motorist.

Many families are drawn to the area by the wide choice of highly regarded schools in both the state and private sectors. Primary schools can be found in Hindon, Wardour, Tisbury and Semley, while Shaftesbury and Gillingham have state senior schools. Private education establishments include Port Regis, Bryanston, Clayesmore and Sandroyd near Shaftesbury as well as a host of excellent schools in Salisbury.

Property Ref Number:

Ham-56187