5 bedroom detached for sale

DESCRIPTION Long Barrow View is an exceptional architecturally designed barn conversion style home completed in 2022 to an impressive high-quality finish. Set down a no-through lane backing onto paddocks on the edge of the quaint village of East Kennett just 5 miles west of Malborough, this superb country home is nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and enjoys far reaching views over the Ridgeway and its namesake Long Barrow. The substantial accommodation is flooded with natural light through large windows and high-ceilings combined with generously proportioned rooms extending in all to c.3840 sq.ft. In addition, there is a 214 sq.ft. self-contained annexe located above the garage comprising a studio bedroom with kitchenette and adjoining shower room.

Boasting an excellent EPC rating B, the property features a Daikin air source heat pump system with underfloor heating across the ground floor. High quality fittings have been used throughout including hardwood painted windows and doors, oak internal doors, custom-made staircase with oak finish, and porcelain tiled flooring. Other benefits include a 10 year builders defect warranty.

The ground floor opens to a spacious entrance with double doors opening to the magnificent triple aspect living room complete with dual double patio doors, a Bath stone fireplace and part vaulted ceiling. There are two further separate reception rooms offering versatile addition space. The 24ft kitchen/dining room is a superb room to enjoy both family life and hosting guests. The kitchen is equipped with extensive two-tone painted units with white quartz worktops set around a central island unit finished with a stone worktop. There is also an array of integrated appliances including a Rangemaster with induction hob. Adjoining the kitchen is a utility room with rear access, perfect for bringing in muddy wellies and paws, whilst there is also a downstairs shower room. On the first floor, an impressive vaulted landing leads to five double bedrooms, family bathroom, and further shower room. Meanwhile, the principal bedroom benefits from a private en-suite bathroom fitted with a luxurious freestanding bath and rainfall shower. The first floor takes full advantage of the surrounding views plus the second bedroom benefits further with a Juliet balcony. This flexible home has been adapted for accessible living with the installation of a lift from the playroom up into one of the bedrooms providing easy access across the floors.

The large driveway provides parking for numerous vehicles in front of the double garage. The south-west gardens are arranged to the side and rear landscaped with a wraparound gravelled terrace complete with timber gazebo whilst a raised lawn provides a further area to enjoy surrounded by the adjoining paddocks for a lovely outlook.

SITUATION The highly desirable village of East Kennett is set within the stunning countryside of the Marlborough Downs a conservation area and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a host of countryside walks to explore. Close by is the ancient burial site and Long Barrow stones, and neighbouring historic World Heritage sites of Avebury Stones and Silbury Hill. The market town of Marlborough is only 5 miles away offering a range of amenities and exceptional schooling including Marlborough College. Main line rail services are available in Swindon, or more locally at Pewsey or Great Bedwyn. The M4 motorway is accessible within 20 minutes for access to London, Bristol and the M5.

TENURE & SERVICES We understand the property is Freehold with air source pump heating, underfloor heating on the ground floor, mains drainage, water and electricity. Council Tax Band TBC