Stanton St. Quintin

4 Bedroom Terraced House for sale in Chippenham

Description

The Old Pantry is a unique and elegant home occupying a wing of Stanton Court, a former rectory dating back to 1780. This attractive house is most deceptive, filled with character around every corner, and boasts excellent room sizes accentuated by high ceilings extending in all to around 2,550 sq.ft. The house is accompanied by a surprisingly large south-facing garden spanning around 0.20 acres. 
 
The ground floor accommodation principally comprises two spacious reception rooms and a kitchen/dining room. The traditional country style kitchen is fitted with a Parlour Farm kitchen, granite worktops, Rangemaster, and integrated dishwasher. To the side, there is a hallway leading to the garden room built of European oak and a Pilkington Blue glazed frame. Underfloor heating warms the entrance hall, garden room and kitchen/dining room. The bedroom accommodation spans across the first floor accessed by two staircases offering versatility. The main area comprises three double bedrooms, a study/fifth bedroom, and the family bathroom. The bathroom has been stylishly upgraded with a separate bath and wet room style shower. Adjoining the principal bedroom there is an en-suite shower room. To the other side of the house and accessed by the second staircase, there is a further bedroom suite comprising a double bedroom and en-suite shower room hidden behind enchanting antique double doors. The entrance hall provides internal access into the integrated garage which has a utility room and WC off. 
 
The property is approached over a shared gravelled courtyard setting with parking for two cars. The excellent garden enjoys a sunny south-facing orientation and is screened by mature trees creating a good degree of seclusion and privacy. Adjoining the garden room there is a large seating terrace. The extensive lawn is interspersed with specimen trees and landscaped 'Zen Gardens' leading to an additional garden area which is arranged as a vegetable garden with raised beds. Within the garden there is a timber studio which has power. 

Situation

The village of Stanton St Quintin is situated equidistance between the market town of Malmesbury and the larger town of Chippenham. There are excellent local walks from the doorstep, taking in the surrounding villages and countryside. The village has a great sense of community with regular activities being ran at the village hall as well having a primary school, a Norman church, and restaurant at Stanton Manor Hotel, open to non-residents, providing a convivial atmosphere for food and drinks. Located just a mile away in Lower Stanton St Quintin is a garage with an associated well stocked Budgens store and Costa coffee shop. There is a regular bus service from the village which runs from Malmesbury to Chippenham. The neighbouring larger village of Hullavington also has a primary school, shop/post office and pub. Local pubs within the area that serve food include The Hullavington Arms at Hullavington, The Neeld Arms at Grittleton and The Salutation Inn (highly recommended by the vendors) at The Gibb. Both Malmesbury and Chippenham are within a 10-minute drive and have a comprehensive range of facilities plus secondary schooling. The village is conveniently located for access to Junction 17 of the M4 motorway providing easy commute to London, Bristol, Bath, Reading and Swindon whilst Chippenham railway station has mainline services to London, Wales and the South West. Bristol Airport is a 45 minute drive away.

Additional Information

The property is Freehold subject to a flying freehold, with oil-fired central heating, mains drainage, water and electricity. The property is located within a conservation area. Ultrafast broadband is available and there are some limitations to mobile phone coverage. Information taken from the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker, please see the website for more information. Wiltshire Council Tax Band E.

Important information

This is a Freehold property.

This Council Tax band for this property E

Property Ref: 2775_950363