5 bedroom detached house for sale

A rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished family home in a much sought after village setting.

The Manor House is positioned close to the church and centrally located within the picturesque village of Lydiard Millicent. The village offers a public house, village hall and a primary school as well as All-Saints church that has just been subject to renovation. The neighbouring market towns of Royal Wootton Bassett, which is about 3 miles away and the larger appeal of Swindon which provides a plethora of amenities and retail outlets.

Transport links are well catered for, with Junction 16 of the M4 approx. 3 miles away. There is also an improved and electrified mainline train service from Swindon station (approx. 4 miles) to London Paddington taking approximately 50 minutes. Leisure and outdoor activities are available and include the Cotswold Water Park, Golf courses include Cirencester, Ogbourne St George and The Wiltshire at neighbouring Royal Wootton Bassett. Schooling in the area is excellent with a selection of both public and private schools. These include Manor Prep in neighbouring Cricklade, St Mary's in Calne, Pinewood in Shrivenham and the renowned college in Marlborough.

The Manor House, with over 4,000 sq ft, is placed within its own generous grounds (over 3 acres) of which originally formed part of an 18th Century manor house. Indeed, a manor house has been standing in these grounds since 1086 when it was mentioned in the Domesday book. We understand this house was originally lost to fire in 1880 and subsequently rebuilt in 1966 and later extended in 1970. This stunning home has been updated and improved by the current owner during the past 7 years.There is a gate house or Maggie’s cottage as it is known, which presents itself upon entering through the electric double gates. This newly refurbished gate house offers additional accommodation as a guest house or can be utilized as a work from home office. There is also a self contained gymnasium which is located within one of the outbuildings.The sweeping driveway leads you through the avenue of mature trees and delivers you to the circular turning circle and ample parking areas. There are a number of expansive mature lawned areas that surround the property and give a secluded private feel.The historic remains of the original house are to be found in the rear grounds of the property, these include a Grade II listed dovecote, plus the remains of a red brick barn which surround a small paddock,This stunning detached home has been lovingly re-modelled and improved to create a fabulous family home. Recently there has been the addition of a Tom Howley kitchen to provide a more open plan feel with Miele fitted appliances.There is also an imposing entrance hallway, with galleried landing and a striking mullion window which is believed to be part of the original manor.If you are considering a country family home with space, versatility and the chance to extend then please register your interest and arrange a viewing.Sole selling agents McFarlane Cricklade[use Contact Agent Button]Agents Note:Please note this property is being sold by an employee of McFarlane sales and lettings.
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