Marlborough, Wiltshire

Chalkwell

2 Southward Lane | Aldbourne | SN8 2DF

CHALKWELL

The subject of a substantial extension and renovation project, Chalkwell is a spacious 4-bedroom cottage with beautifully presented interiors and large garden. Situated in one of Wiltshire’s most soughtafter villages, it combines charming characterful features with quality craftmanship.

KEY FEATURES

Aldbourne lies within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is surrounded by glorious countryside. The village benefits from two excellent grocery shops, a post office and deli, two public houses and an outstanding primary school.

Ground Floor:

A delightful kitchen and dining room provides a real heart to the home, the perfect space to entertain guests or enjoy a quiet midweek supper. Double doors lead directly into the rear garden, making for convenient al fresco dining when the weather allows. The spacious and light sitting room benefits from a log burner with a gorgeous, exposed brick surround and attractive mantel above. The very useful utility/boot room and downstairs cloakroom completes the ground floor and this area is accessed from the kitchen/dining room but also via a side external door - ideal for returning with muddy boots or dogs!

SELLER INSIGHT

What is your favourite room: Our favourite room is probably the kitchen/diner which opens out onto the south west facing terrace and garden. It is a great space for entertaining, definitely the heart of the home and is where we spend most of our time.

Who do you think would be the next ideal owner?

This cottage would suit families and couples equally. Ideally whoever views the property will like a garden and enjoy gardening.

What do you love most about the house and why?

We love that it was our creation, that we restored an otherwise unhabitable house and breathed new life into it. It took 16 months but people still stop and take photos! It is constantly admired which is very reassuring. Internally the cottage is warm and cosy. It has great character with oak beams, doors and floors and its two wood burners. It has a charm which is very attractive. We love entertaining here, but equally cosying up in front of the fire, just the two of us.

What do you love about the local community?

There is a great community here in Aldbourne with numerous clubs, two pubs, village shops etc. However, you can join in as much or as little as you like and without feeling any pressure to do one or other.

How easy is it to commute from here?

Access to Bristol, Bath, Reading, London, Heathrow - all approximately an hour away. Excellent schools both primary and secondary within walking distance or a short bus ride.

What made you choose this property over others that were available at the time?

We chose this property because we could see its potential. The cottage has an interesting history, starting life as a milking parlour before becoming a thatched cottage. A local lady was born here, her parents and grandparents lived here and managed land nearby. We felt an obligation and a real desire to restore it and make it special again.

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

KEY FEATURES

First Floor:

The main bedroom suite benefits from built-in triple handmade wardrobes, and a large ensuite shower room. There are two further double bedrooms in addition to a single bedroom, currently in use as an office, and a main bathroom..

KEY FEATURES

Outside:

Chalkwell has been attractively remodelled throughout and the exterior is no exception. A large, gravelled driveway provides parking for several vehicles and is enclosed with pretty box hedging. In addition to the garage with double doors, there’s a deep car port too. The rear garden has been beautifully landscaped and planted and provides a wonderful space to enjoy all year around.

GARDEN IN THE SUMMER

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INFORMATION

Location:

Aldbourne is one of the most popular villages in Wiltshire – historic and beautiful, with a thriving community. Many families are drawn to the village for its outstanding primary school and the nearby outstanding secondary school St. John’s Academy in Marlborough, as well as leading private schools such as Pinewood, Dauntsey’s and Marlborough College.

Set in spectacular rolling countryside, there are many footpaths and trails locally to explore, including The Ridgeway national trail which passes nearby. Barbury Castle, an ancient hill fort, provides far-reaching panoramic views of the area. The nearby village of Ramsbury has its own brewery as well as The Bell public house serving excellent food and drink. Just six miles away is the thriving market town of Marlborough, which has a high street packed with boutique shops alongside national retailers such as Waitrose. Regular direct rail services from Hungerford and Swindon to London Paddington are a short drive away, with the fastest services taking just 49 minutes. Junctions 14 and 15 of the M4 are also close at hand.

Local Authority: Wiltshire Council

Council Tax Band: F

Tenure: Freehold Price £825,000

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 31.03.2023

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