Property description
Beautifully converted barn in the Wylye Valley with panoramic views, stylish interiors and a light, open feel. Three double bedrooms, luxury bathrooms, landscaped gardens, a rotating garden pod and double garage with annexe potential.
In the rolling Wylye Valley, Field Barn offers the kind of countryside living that feels both grounding and uplifting. Once a working cow barn and now a beautifully finished country retreat, this property offers wide skies, ever-changing views and a sense of calm that's hard to find. Light-filled interiors, gardens that follow the sun, and a unique rotating garden pod creates a home that's as practical as it is inspiring, whether you're sharing it with friends, raising a family, or simply soaking up the peace of its setting.
The flagstone-floored entrance hall sets the tone, giving a sense of character that continues throughout. Double doors draw you into the sitting room, a space designed as much for quiet reflection as it is for sociable evenings. French oak flooring and a wood-burning stove bring a cosiness on winter nights. The large picture windows and French doors fill the room with natural light capturing the landscape in every season.
The kitchen has been designed as the natural hub of the home. Oak-fronted cabinets and granite worktops give it a classic feel, while a full range of integrated appliances, including dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave keep it practical and efficient. At its heart, the electric range cooker makes both family suppers and entertaining easy.
The space itself is wonderfully adaptable: it works equally well as a kitchen/dining room or as a kitchen/family room, since the main sitting room is easily large enough to accommodate a dining table. French doors open directly onto the patio and garden creating an easy connection between indoor and outdoor living. The ground floor also includes a practical downstairs WC, tucked neatly off the hall.
Upstairs, the main bedroom has the kind of view you rarely forget. From the gable-end window, the countryside stretches out uninterrupted - a daily reminder of the setting. The room itself is generous in size and feels both light and private, with fitted blinds to the lower windows. The en suite shower room is beautifully finished, combining natural tones with brushed brass fittings for a modern, luxurious feel.
Bedrooms two and three are both comfortable doubles, similar in size and proportions, making them ideal for children, family or overnight guests. Their brightness and flexibility mean they can just as easily be used as a home office or hobby space if needed.
The family bathroom has been redesigned with a focus on luxury. A freestanding Lusso Stone bath, a Riluxa basin and contemporary fittings make it a standout feature of the home. With both a bath and a shower it offers the perfect blend of indulgence and practicality.
Together, the bedrooms and bathrooms strike a balance between practical everyday living and a luxury retreat that is ready-made for a couple starting a family, downsizers wanting comfort, or anyone looking for a slower pace of life with the space to welcome friends and family.
Field Barn's garden has been created to enjoy throughout the year. Wrapping around the house, it is filled with thoughtful planting: fruit trees, roses, lavender and raised beds for vegetables and soft fruit.
The garden enjoys sunshine from morning through to evening. It begins at the front of the house, where the first light of the day makes it an inviting spot for breakfast, and then moves round to the rear patio, keeping the space bright and warm throughout the day. The real showpiece is the rotating garden pod - an unusual feature that has become central to the owners' lives. Whether it's turning to follow the sunrise, hosting summer suppers, or even unfolding into a bed for an overnight stay, it brings a sense of playfulness to outdoor living!
The detached double garage and storeroom, added in 2021, has been built with the future in mind. The store room is fully insulated and has power, a water supply and drainage already in place, including an electric car charging point. For some it will be the ideal workshop or studio; for others, a ready-made opportunity to create annexe accommodation.
Fisherton de la Mere is a tiny hamlet with a timeless feel, where community still matters. The hamlet itself has a church and sits in the heart of the Wylye Valley, surrounded by fishing on the river and miles of countryside to explore.
Just a short walk away is the village of Wylye, home to a much-loved pub (The Bell). Codford, only a few minutes by car, offers a wider range of everyday essentials including a school, doctor's surgery, theatre, shop and garage. For food and drink, there are plenty of choices nearby: The Boot at Berwick St James and The Pelican at Stapleford are favourites, while the Beckford Arms at Fonthill Gifford and the Prince Leopold at Upton Lovell offer something a little more refined.
The setting is also practical. A bus stop sits just outside the property, with Salisbury, Bath and Warminster being within easy reach for work, shopping, schools and culture.
For those who love the outdoors, the location is hard to beat. From the house itself you can pick up a bridleway or public footpath that winds across fields towards Chitterne, or wander through Fisherton to Wylye. The Forest Ridge walk from Wylye to Great Wishford takes you through Grovely Woods - one of many routes that make this an outstanding area for walking.
Council Tax Band: E (Wiltshire County Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Parking options: Driveway, EV Charging, Garage, Off Street
Garden details: Enclosed Garden, Private Garden
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