High Street, Erlestoke, SN10

Property Details: - Type: Semi-detached house - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 1

Agent: Strakers - Devizes Phone: 020 3641 1683

A charming period cottage, believed to date back to the early 1700s, occupying an elevated position within this sought-after village and enjoying far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Thoughtfully improved by the current owners, the property combines characterful accommodation with exceptional outside space, including one of the most impressive landscaped gardens in the area.<br/><br/>The accommodation is arranged over two floors and offers a wonderful blend of period charm and modern practicality. The ground floor comprises two reception rooms, both featuring exposed beams and attractive log burners, creating warm and inviting spaces for relaxing and entertaining. To the rear, the kitchen is well-appointed with a range of fitted units and benefits from integrated appliances including a fridge freezer, whilst a separate utility area provides additional storage, W/C and practicality.<br/><br/>Upstairs, the vaulted principal bedroom is a particularly striking feature, showcasing exposed beams and enjoying an attractive outlook. There are two further double bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom.<br/><br/>Externally, Silverthorne Cottage truly comes into its own. The beautifully landscaped tiered garden has been carefully designed to create a series of individual spaces, taking full advantage of the elevated setting and stunning outlook. A delightful courtyard provides the perfect space for outdoor entertaining and incorporates an outdoor kitchen, while a range of useful outbuildings offer excellent storage and versatility. Of particular note is the impressive BBQ lodge with light and power connected, creating a unique year-round entertaining space.<br/><br/>A rare opportunity to acquire a characterful village home with exceptional gardens, wonderful views and a wealth of period charm throughout.<br/><br/><b>Situation</b> - Erlestoke is a small attractive village comprising mainly older style houses and cottages with some later additions nestling under the Westbury hills. It has a church, a golf course and a popular cricket club with easy unrestricted public access to Erlestoke Woods (great bluebells in the spring), open access to Salisbury plain and the Wessex Path for wonderful dog walking and cycling. 'Holy Trinity' primary school in the neighbouring village of Great Cheverell has been voted in the top 1% in the country in recent years, Great Cheverell also offers a number of amenities including ' The Bell Inn' public house, A village store with post office facilities and village hall which hosts a number of community events and activities. There is another highly rated public house called 'The Three Daggers' and adjacent farm shop in the other neighbouring village of Edington. Excellent secondary schools are available at nearby Market Lavington and Dauntsey's In West Lavington. The village is within easy reach of the larger towns of Devizes, Westbury and Trowbridge. The major centres of Bath, Salisbury, Swindon, Marlborough and Chippenham are all within a 30 mile radius. Westbury has a mainline railway station with regular trains to London.<br/><br/><b>Property Information</b> - LPG fired central heating. We are advised mains water, drainage and electricity are connected. <br/>Agents note: The property is Grade II Listed and is situated in a conservation area.<br/>Tenure: Freehold<br/>EPC rating: E<br/>Council tax band: D<br/><br/>