Wiltshire Living

Landlocked between Somerset, Dorset, Berkshire and Gloucestershire and making up a large part of the Cotswolds, Wiltshire is the county that has been the South West’s best kept secret. However with its magnificent countryside, idyllic villages and fantastic transport links to London and Bristol Wiltshire is now a top choice for those looking for a countryside move.

Wiltshire is a treasure trove of historic sites and with views that combine the honey hues of the Cotswold stone with cornflower blue skies and sprawling green countryside, it’s no wonder that it’s a regular filming destination for period TV dramas, as well a regularly frequented by celebrities

Here are our favourite spots in Wiltshire if you’re thinking of making a move.

Sherston is a picture-perfect village, situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, it is known for its quaint, historic charm. Sherston's high street is lined with beautiful, traditional buildings, including a 14th-century church and several old coaching inns. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and scenic countryside, making it a popular destination for walkers and hikers. Sherston also has a thriving community spirit, with several local events and festivals throughout the year including an annual carnival and a Big Picnic and Boules tournament - a delightful village that offers a glimpse into traditional English village life.

Thirty miles south of Sherston is the equally pretty village of Urchfont. With a similar quintessentially English village feel, Urchfont is well-known for its annual summer Scarecrow Festival. The festival attracts thousands of visitors each year and is a great opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate their creativity and sense of fun. Urchfont also has the benefit of being around 12 miles west of Marlborough – a charming market town, famed mainly for its top independent school, however shopping enthusiasts should also not miss Marlborough, with its lovely old buildings and fantastic antiques shops.

Neighbouring Gloucestershire has many equally pretty villages and towns – including Fairford, a desirable Cotswold market town filled with beautiful stone houses. Plus Greet, just outside of the Cotswolds, is close to both Cheltenham and the popular town of Winchcombe – it’s great for families with many highly regarded schools in the area.

Wiltshire’s public gardens are beautiful, with those at Stourhead, Bowood House, Abbey House Gardens and Larmer Tree all well worth a visit. Abbey House Gardens in Malmesbury, combines historic buildings (including the ruins of a striking 12th-century abbey) with appealing countryside walks; as does Lacock, a village owned by the National Trust with quiet lanes of medieval, halftimbered houses that are the setting for many films and popular TV series, Downton Abbey.

Food lovers should visit Castle Combe and Malmesbury – The Dining Room in Malmesbury offers a Michelin Starred experience with a 7 course set menu of creative cuisine, while Bybrook in Castle Combe is one of the last true country house hotels, a manor house that sits within 365 acres of manicured gardens – dining here, with its Michelin Star, is a very formal yet unforgettable experience.

History, food, countryside – Wiltshire ticks all the boxes in our opinion, so if you’re thinking of making the move – don’t hesitate, Wiltshire is a goldmine of great places to stay, see and enjoy!

Hazel Green, Urchfont

FROM £550,000

Off Crookwood Lane, Urchfont, Wiltshire SN10 4SL

Located in the idyllic village of Urchfont, Hazel Green offers an exclusive collection of nine 3 & 4 bedroom detached houses boasting scenic countryside views. These bespoke properties will offer a high-quality specification with an energy-efficient design.

• Neighbouring open green space and picturesque surroundings

• Award-winning village offering a range of amenities and famous for their Scarecrow festival

• EPC rated A, including Air Source Heat Pumps

Pickwick, Corsham

COMING SOON - SUBJECT TO PLANNING

Bath Road, Pickwick, Corsham, Wiltshire SN13 0BT

Located in the rural Wiltshire countryside, Pickwick will offer an exclusive collection of houses. Offering the very best in sustainable contemporary living with great access to the picturesque village and charming country delights.

• A short walk into Corsham

• Designed to a high-quality specification with bespoke features

• Ample outdoor space

Stanbridge Park, Sherston COMING SOON - SUBJECT TO PLANNING

Sopworth Road, Sherston, Wiltshire SN16 0QB

Stanbridge Park will bring together a bespoke collection of forty-five 2 to 5 bedroom homes along with plans to provide a new doctors surgery to further enhance this rural community in the sought-after village of Sherston.

• Idyllic Cotswold village with local amenities

• A 10-minute drive away from the motorway and connections to Bristol, Swindon, Bath, and London

• Based within an active and close community regularly hosting festivals, plays, and art events

Manor Court, Greet

FROM £795,000

Market Lane, Greet, Gloucestershire GL54 5BJ

Nestled in the tranquil village of Greet, Manor Court offers just six luxury 4 & 5 bedroom detached houses. With the historic town of Winchcombe on the doorstep, this outstanding rural location is well served by amenities and excellent schools.

• Village location tucked away in the Cotswold Hills

• Within easy access of the thriving market town of Winchcombe

• A short drive from both Broadway and Cheltenham

Coln House School, Fairford COMING SOON

Horcott Rd, Fairford, Gloucestershire GL7 4DB

The regeneration of a former school site in the desirable Cotswold market town of Fairford will see the delivery of thirty-three beautiful new homes. Featuring the careful conversion of Coln House, a Grade II listed school house and other historic buildings along with meticulously designed new build homes.

• A quintessential Cotswolds village location within close walking distance of the High Street

• Contemporary living designed to a high-quality sustainable specification