4 bed country house for sale

Upton, East Knoyle, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP3

A charming period cottage is constructed of local stone and brick elevations under a traditional tiled roof and sits within an idyllic rural setting.

This charming period cottage is constructed of local stone and brick elevations under a traditional tiled roof and sits within an idyllic rural setting. Thoughtfully renovated in recent years, it beautifully combines modern comforts with original features and high-quality finishes by skilled local craftsmen. The versatile living spaces make it an inviting full-time residence or elegant countryside retreat.
The entrance porch leads into a spacious hall with tiled flooring and a handcrafted wooden staircase. The impressive, triple-aspect sitting room is flooded with natural light and features a striking fireplace with a solid fuel stove creating a warm and cosy atmosphere.
At the heart of the home is a bespoke kitchen with quartz worktops, a traditional oil-fired Aga, and a commissioned oak island (available by separate negotiation). This space flows seamlessly into a bright and airy dining/garden room complete with a partially glazed ceiling, French doors opening onto the garden and fitted utility cupboards. Both areas benefit from underfloor heating.
The first floor continues to impress with fitted bookshelves on the landing. A superb principal bedroom features wooden flooring, built-in storage, and an open archway to a stylish en-suite. Completing the first floor are two further en-suite double bedrooms plus a generous single / small double bedroom currently used as an office.

The Situation
Upton is a small hamlet lying just north of the popular village of East Knoyle. The village claims to be the birthplace of Sir Christopher Wren and features many period properties, a church and community-run village shop. The historic Saxon town of Shaftesbury, famous for the Hovis advert, is a short distance away and offers most everyday amenities including Doctors’ surgery, a cottage hospital, supermarket and a vibrant High Street with well-known and independent shops and cafes. The area is well-known for the wide choice of local state and independent, primary and secondary schools and range of countryside pursuits and activities. Road communications are excellent with the A350 linking north and south and the A303 leading to London accessed nearby. Mainline railways stations to London Waterloo can be found at Gillingham and Tisbury.

Outside
Outside, the property is approached via a gravel driveway offering generous tandem parking and access to a timber garage/workshop. The front garden has been attractively landscaped with mature and newly planted native hedging, ornamental trees, wild planting and elegant iron railings. To the rear, a paved terrace sits directly behind the cottage, bordered by raised flower and shrub beds, with steps leading up to a delightful west-facing garden enjoying far-reaching views across surrounding fields. Predominantly laid to lawn, the garden is beautifully stocked with flowering borders and shrubs, and further enhanced by a rose-covered pergola and garden shed, creating a peaceful and picturesque outdoor space.

Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property. An oil fired boiler provides heating and hot water. Ultrafast broadband is available and all mobile phone networks have good coverage.

Wiltshire Council Tax F

EPC: E

Directions
Post code: SP3 6BW
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