5 bed detached house for sale

Inglesham, Swindon, Wiltshire SN6

A former Victorian school and cottage set within the village conservation area, offering flexible accommodation and large gardens, offered for sale with no onward chain.

Property Information
Located within this small hamlet that straddles the Highworth to Lechlade road lies the School House. As its name suggests, the property once formed the village school incorporating the headmaster’s house and was built in 1872. It was closed in the 1950’s, converted to a stylish home and now comes to the market for the first time.

The property is traditionally constructed of Cotswold stone elevations with red brick quoins set beneath a pitched Marley style tiled roof. Originally designed as a school with attached house, this handsome home now offers flexible living accommodation set in sizeable grounds.

The front door opens into porchway with access leading to two reception areas. The main living room has a dual aspect with working fireplace and spiral stairwell; off lies the dining room with window to front and leading into the kitchen.

There is a charming snug with wood burning stove and window to rear. The kitchen is fitted with a good selection of base and wall mounted units incorporating domestic appliances, beautifully lit with window to both aspects. The ground floor further encompasses a shower room and separate cloakroom and internal door to the integral garage.

The first floor is serviced by three stairwells. Off the main landing lies three bedrooms, one with cloakroom and family bathroom. The principal bedroom enjoys a modern en-suite shower room and Romeo balcony with views over the gardens and farmland beyond. Located over the garage lies a studio with kitchenette and seating area, perfect for teenagers, or guests.

The School House is a vast home with immense character, a viewing is highly recommended.

General Information
The property is freehold offering vacant possession upon completion. Council Tax Band ‘G’ charges 2026/27 £3,769.64. All main services are connected. Swindon Borough Council. EPC Band ‘D’ (57). Broadband & Mobile signal checker via

Grounds
The property provides vehicular access onto a brick herringbone driveway serving access to the double garage. Heavily planted gardens lie to the rear with extensive lawns, established planting, separate vehicular access and all backing onto farmland.

Location
Inglesham is a small village located to the extreme north-east corner of the Borough of Swindon and County of Wiltshire. Less than two miles south of Lechlade, the village comprises Inglesham and Upper Inglesham. A fabulous Grade I listed church lies within the village whilst much of the housing is set within Upper Inglesham.

Lechlade offers a wealth of reputable day to day amenities to include a popular primary school, convenience stores, butchers, modern medical centre, dentists, numerous public houses, and restaurants. Its proximity to the River Thames affords aquatic pastimes and splendid walks.

Communication
Swindon station c.8 miles – Paddington 59 mins
M4 Junction J15 c.11 miles | Oxford c.24 miles