2 bed detached house for sale

Park Street, Heytesbury BA12

*Watch the video tour* Grade II listed 18th-century home with stunning vaulted “Mediaeval Hall”, two reception rooms with inglenook fireplaces, and two double bedrooms plus attic room(s). Enjoy a private south-facing garden backing onto open fields, a modern log cabin with power and broadband, ample parking, and a peaceful edge-of-village location with easy access to Warminster and local towns.

Why you'll like it Martin & Co are delighted to offer for sale this truly exceptional and historically significant Grade II listed 18th-century cottage, set on the peaceful edge of the sought-after village of Heytesbury. Steeped in history and full of period character, Tinkers Cottage has been lovingly owned by the same family for over 36 years and presents a rare opportunity to acquire a remarkable home that beautifully blends heritage, charm, and comfort.

Believed to have origins dating back to the mid-1400s, the property incorporates elements of a former row of workers' cottages and what was the first village smithy. During the 19th century, it was lived in by Irish tinkers and, in the 1920s, briefly served as a tearoom. At its heart lies an extraordinary 27-foot vaulted "Mediaeval Hall", featuring a vaulted timber roof, exposed beams-some thought to be reclaimed ship timbers-and an original east wall with medieval stonework and window mantels still in place. This magnificent room, once used as a workshop, is now a spectacular and atmospheric reception room, ideal for entertaining or relaxing by the large wood and coal stove beneath its impressive chimney piece.

The cottage offers a series of character-filled living spaces, including an intimate sitting room and a charming study, both with exposed beams, inglenook fireplaces, and working wood-burning stoves. Original doors with historic ironmongery and large cast-iron keys are still in use, reflecting the care taken to preserve the building's authenticity. The galley-style kitchen, fitted with solid oak linenfold cupboards, enjoys lovely garden views and a tranquil atmosphere, with a small pond just outside the window attracting an abundance of wildlife including swallows, woodpeckers, and red kites.

Upstairs, a handmade oak spiral staircase leads to a light first-floor landing with exposed beams and original floorboards. There are two generous double bedrooms, each offering beautiful views-one across the garden towards open meadows and the Wessex Ridgeway, and the other over the parkland opposite. A family bathroom with bath, airing cupboard, and digital thermostat completes this floor, while the upper level offers two additional attic rooms, both with original floorboards and great potential for children's rooms, guest accommodation, or creative spaces.

Outside, the private south-facing garden is a haven of peace and natural beauty. It features mature planting, three apple trees, a suntrap patio, two sheds, a greenhouse, and a workshop/studio, all backing onto open countryside with views up towards Corton Long Barrow and the ancient Wessex Ridgeway. A recently built log cabin with electricity, LED lighting, and fibre broadband provides an ideal home office, studio, or hobby space. There is also ample driveway parking for several vehicles.

Heytesbury is a welcoming and historic village offering a primary school, post office, and 13th-century church with active social events. The area is surrounded by beautiful countryside, perfect for walking, cycling, and horse riding, with the River Wylye and picturesque mill house just a short stroll away. Nearby Warminster provides excellent local amenities and a mainline railway station, while the A36 and A303 offer easy access to Salisbury, Bath, and beyond.

Tinkers Cottage is an extraordinary home, rich in heritage and natural beauty, offering a unique opportunity to own a genuine piece of Wiltshire history in a truly idyllic setting.

Property location
Heytesbury is a picturesque and peaceful village, surrounded by stunning Wiltshire countryside yet conveniently located for access to Warminster, Salisbury, and the A36, making this an ideal rural retreat with strong connectivity. Local amenities and well-regarded schools are close at hand, further enhancing the appeal of this timeless family home.

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