Marlborough, Wiltshire

MANOR FARM

Originally a gatehouse to Ramsbury Park, Manor Farm is a beautifully located Grade II listed period former farmhouse, with an additional 3 bedroom cottage and extensive outbuildings, including garages, workshops and a large period brick barn, which would be ideal for entertaining.

KEY FEATURES

Set in just under 10 acres of grounds which include open grass areas, an orchard and woodland, Manor Farm is on the edge of the popular and award-winning village of Ramsbury. Ramsbury is surrounded by stunning countryside and is conveniently located under 6 miles from Hungerford and 9 miles from the market town of Marlborough. The railway station at Hungerford provides direct services to London Paddington in under 1hr. There is easy access to the M4 at junction 15 approximately 7 miles away.

Accommodation Summary:

Manor Farm

With its history as a gate house Manor Farm boasts an intriguing Octagonal central portion of the house, with flexible accommodation allowing for both more formal reception spaces and modern family living with a large kitchen/breakfast room. On the first floor the original octagonal space houses the main bedroom suite, which is flooded with natural light and benefits from a bathroom and dressing room. There are 4 further bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the first floor, with a wet room on the ground floor.

Manor Farm Cottage

The spacious cottage is attached to the large period barn and provides 3 reception rooms, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. With its own designated parking, garage and garden the cottage can provide income or used for guests or staff.

SELLER INSIGHT

What is your favourite room of the house and why?

The master bedroom for its amazing views and picturesque vistas. It changes every season and through day and night never fails to inspire and calm me.

Who do you think would be the next ideal owner?

I would love to see a family in the house. It is a safe and happy environment for children to play grow and explore safely. With room for ponies and animals an outdoors family could make the most amazing memories.

What do you love most about the house and why?

The peaceful retreat that it gives me and it has always been a happy house full of love and so much laughter.

What do you love about the local community?

Ramsbury is the most amazing village, close knit with people willing to help yet not intrusive. I have made the most dear friends young and old. Fabulous walks for my dogs, village shops and a fabulous pub to meet friends for dinner and drinks. Many clubs to join, all very welcoming and inclusive from tennis and bowls to WI, yoga and lunch club. The doctor’s surgery is amazing and consistently is rated the best in the area. Pre school and the primary school are rated outstanding by Ofsted and they feed into an outstanding secondary school in Marlborough (St John’s) or Marlborough college The children often walk escorted happily round the village, which is a joy to see. Quiz nights and socials are often held in one of the 3 village halls and the local Ramsbury Flyer mini bus goes on trips and always happy to help for lifts.

How easy is it to commute from here?

Ramsbury is situated ideally for commuters. 15 mins from the M4 junction, trains from Hungerford or Bedwyn are 15 minutes away with direct train taking an hour to Paddington. I often go to Hungerford and Marlborough for shopping and coffee with both accessible in 15 minutes. Oxford is 45 minutes away and an easy drive. Bath is also an hour drive or half an hour on the train from Swindon which is a 20-minute drive to the station with ample parking.

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

My late husband and I fell in love with the property on viewing and spent over 20 years in our dream home.*

* 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

Outside

Manor Farm is approached via a formal Beech Hedge lined drive, accessed through wooden electric gates. The mature grounds have been further enhanced by the current owners planting over the past 30 years, with specimen trees, shrub and mixed borders in the immediate vicinity of the house. The paddocks are surrounded by copse and areas of wild flowers to benefit the rich wildlife.

The original farmyard forms a courtyard with plenty of parking. Of particular note is the large brick and clay tile barn, which extends to over 5,000 sq ft – currently used as a studio, workshop and entertaining space. There are also further outbuildings, garages and garden stores

INFORMATION

Location:

The village of Ramsbury won the CPRE ‘Best Kept Large Village’ competition in 2021, being recognised as “a well-maintained village with an excellent community spirit and facilities, especially for a village of this size.” Amongst the numerous amenities there are an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rated primary school, a village shop, post office, church, tennis and sports clubs, doctors’ surgery and 2 public houses, including The Bell, owned by the local Ramsbury Estate and winner of numerous awards. The brewery and distillery are just 3 miles up the road. The village is surrounded by stunning countryside including the river Kennet and is within the North Wessex Downs AONB. Walking and cycling opportunities are complemented by excellent chalk stream fishing and horse riding plus many other outdoor pursuits.

The nearby towns of Marlborough and Hungerford offer a wider range of shopping and leisure facilities including supermarkets, garages and a range of pubs and restaurants.

Local Authority:

Manor Farm Wiltshire Council, Council Tax Band G

Manor Farm Cottage, Wiltshire Council, Council Tax Band E

Guide price £2,500,000

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 29.03.2023

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