4 bed country house for sale

Wick Lane, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP5

A beautiful four bedroom, Grade II listed period house situated within a plot of 0.6 acre with outbuildings and a short walk from the centre of the village. *** chain free ***

Spanning almost 3,000 sq ft, Wick Cottage offers an abundance of versatile accommodation set across two floors. Upon entry, you are immediately struck by the period features on offer.

The entrance hall has wonderful exposed beams and panelling leading on to both the dining room, the kitchen and utility. The dining room has a period fireplace with charming exposed brickwork and panelling throughout. The imposing drawing room is dual - aspect, with French doors opening onto the garden. The sitting room has a working fireplace and, French doors to the garden. Moving through the ground floor, the kitchen has an Aga and plenty of storage via base and wall hung units. In addition, there is a utility room, boiler room and downstairs w/c.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from dual aspect views over the garden, built in wardrobes, dressing room and an en - suite bathroom with a separate bath and shower. There are three further double bedrooms and family bathroom to complete the first floor accommodation.

The property is situated in the thriving village of Downton, which has excellent local amenities such as two public houses, a co-op convenience store, cafe, a library, and a doctor’s surgery. Downton is 6.6 miles to the south of the historic
Cathedral City of Salisbury, which has a comprehensive range of shopping, dining and cultural amenities. As well as a direct train service to London Waterloo (88 minutes), the A303 and M3 provide good road access to London,
Southampton and the South of England. Southampton Airport (20 miles) and Bournemouth Airport (18 miles) are both within a short drive.

The area is renowned for its private and state schooling. Including: Chafyn Grove, Salisbury Cathedral School, Godolphin, and is also in the catchment area for Trafalgar School, Downton CE Primary School, South Wilts Grammar School and Bishop Wordsworth School. The area is also very popular for the country sports enthusiast with fishing on the River Avon and its tributaries. There are also numerous footpaths, bridleways and countryside walks in the surrounding area. The New Forest National Park lying to the south, offers extensive walking, cycling and outdoor recreation.

The secluded and extensive gardens are mostly to the back of the property and look out over the countryside. They are mostly laid to lawn with large established flower beds and mature trees and hedges. To the front of the house is a gravel drive with parking for several cars and a large single garage. There are further outbuildings with power connected which could become a workshop or an office.

Council Tax Band E

Mains water, drainage and electricity is available to the property.
Oil fired central heating.

Leave Salisbury on the A36 heading west out of Salisbury. On reaching the roundabout at Wilton just after the garden centre turn left onto the A30 and drive into the Town. At the traffic lights continue straight across and number 30 West Street will be found on the right hand side and before the Italianate church.