Malmesbury Road, Leigh, Wiltshire

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 4 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Christian Benjamin Property - Cricklade Phone: 01793 988212

Set between Cricklade and Leigh, this characterful four-bedroom home sits within around five acres, with paddocks, stables, outbuildings, gardens and generous parking. The house offers flexible family accommodation with a snug, living room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, conservatory, boot room and utility, while the outside space creates huge appeal for buyers wanting land, equestrian potential, wildlife, space and a more rural way of life.<br/><br/>Step inside<br/>The property opens into an entrance hall, with access into a charming snug where exposed ceiling beams, a feature fireplace and the staircase create an immediate sense of character. This is a lovely everyday room, sitting at the heart of the house and providing a cosy contrast to the larger reception spaces beyond.The kitchen/breakfast room is a generous dual-aspect space, fitted with a range of storage, worktop space and room for a good-sized table. It feels practical, sociable and well connected to the rest of the ground floor, making it well suited to busy family life, country living or simply those who like a proper kitchen at the centre of the home.From here, the accommodation flows into a separate dining room and then through to the main living room, a wonderfully inviting space with exposed beams, timber flooring and a large fireplace with log burner creating a strong focal point. There is plenty of room for relaxed seating, while the adjoining conservatory provides an additional garden-facing space to sit, read or enjoy the outlook.The ground floor also includes a useful boot room, an essential feature for a home with this much land. This leads through to a utility room and downstairs cloakroom, giving the house the practical support space needed for outdoor hobbies, animals, gardening or everyday family life.Upstairs, the landing includes a useful study area, ideal for working from home, homework or quiet reading space. There are four bedrooms in total, with the principal bedroom enjoying a dual-aspect outlook and its own en-suite bathroom. The remaining three bedrooms are served by the family bathroom, giving the home a flexible layout for families, guests or those needing additional hobby or work space.<br/><br/>Step outside<br/>The outside space is where this property really comes into its own. In total, the grounds extend to around five acres, offering a rare combination of garden, paddock land, outbuildings and established planting.To the front, there is driveway parking and a double garage, while the land is arranged to offer a small paddock with stables and outbuildings. The stable yard is enclosed by metal gates and fencing, with the paddocks beyond fenced with post and rail equestrian fencing. There are a further four acres arranged over two paddocks, making the property particularly appealing for those with horses, animals, outdoor hobbies or simply a desire for more space.Immediately around the house are enclosed garden areas, including a decking seating area, a well, and a small wildlife pond. There are also further side garden areas with mature planting, a large chicken run, and an old cottage outbuilding, all adding to the charm and flexibility of the setting.Although the current owners no longer keep horses, the property has previously been used with equestrian life in mind and remains well equipped for those wanting to do so again. Alongside the practical paddock space, the owners have also planted thoughtfully over the years, with a variety of trees including firs and horse chestnut, helping to create a more natural environment and attract local wildlife.Whether the buyer is looking for horses, smallholding potential, wildlife, children's space, gardening, workshops or simply room to breathe, this is a property with real scope.<br/><br/>Area insight<br/>The property is positioned between Cricklade and Leigh, giving it a lovely semi-rural feel while remaining within easy reach of local amenities. Cricklade offers a strong range of day-to-day facilities including shops, cafés, pubs, schooling and riverside walks, while the surrounding villages and countryside provide a more peaceful backdrop.The location also works well for access to Cirencester, Swindon, the Cotswold Water Park and the wider road network, making it a strong option for buyers who want land and country living without feeling cut off. It is a setting that offers the best of both worlds, space and countryside on the doorstep, with practical connections close by.<br/><br/>Council Tax Band: E<br/>Tenure: Freehold