West Kington
£1,700,000- Detached unique thatched house
- Impressive architecture design
- Elegant and substantial accommodation
- 4 bedrooms
- 3 reception rooms
- Bespoke kitchen
- 3 bathrooms
- Magnificent private gardens
- Picturesque and peaceful setting
- Double garage and gated access
Description
Streams is an exceptional property situated in the peaceful and pretty, unspoilt village of West Kington. Bordering the stream which inspired the name and set within the centre of its plot, the property is surrounded by beautifully landscaped and established gardens, creating a most impressive and tranquil setting.
The property itself is of particular note having been individually built in 1968 of natural Cotswold stone with an intricately designed thatched roof and given its sympathetic and superior design, one would consider that it has stood there for centuries. Internally, the property offers superb accommodation which has been thoughtfully designed with the utmost care and attention to detail boasting unusually high ceilings and displaying a number of architectural features giving it a great deal of character. These include an elegant sweeping staircase and alcove features which are more often seen in a country house and yet the property has the advantage of modern specifications such as an air source heat pump, updated double glazing, and wide doorway access.
Today, the property offers spacious accommodation extending to around 2,900 square-foot. The ground floor configuration includes a beautiful handmade farmhouse style kitchen with an Aga and larder. This connects, part open plan, to a large dining room with French doors flowing out to the garden. An elegant sitting room features a wood-burning stove and dual aspect windows. On the first floor there are four excellent bedrooms, two with en-suites, plus a further family bathroom. The ground floor is complete with a study and utility/WC. The property is warmed by air source heating and is south facing with large windows benefitting from lots of natural light accentuated by the high ceilings, which is unusual for a thatched property.
The property has a delightful approach over its own gated bridge and a driveway leading to a double garage with the potential to be built over. Wrapping around the house with a c.0.7 acre plot, the gardens are a sight to behold and have been the subject of much time and devotion. A gently trickling manmade stream forms the main focal point at the front of the house providing a picturesque outlook with quaint stone footbridges. The gardens are brimming with well-stocked perennial borders and an extensive lawn featuring a willow tree, fruit trees and acers. Within the gardens there is a Victorian style greenhouse and stone-built bothy. On the other side of the driveway, there is an established vegetable garden.
Situation
The very pretty village of West Kington is highly sought-after due to its unique and peaceful setting off the beaten track yet superbly accessible to the M4 (Junction 18 10 minutes) and 20 minutes to the cultural city of Bath and a similar distance to the vibrant city of Bristol. Set in an unspoilt 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' there is excellent walking on the doorstep with both bridleways and footpaths to explore. Nearby villages include the world famous Castle Combe, Acton Turville, Marshfield, Yatton Keynell and Burton offering a variety of shops, schools, public houses, café's and other facilities. There is an active Church within West Kington at St Mary's Church and a community spirit amongst villagers. The local villages offer a choice of primary schools and there is excellent secondary school and further education options in Chippenham and Bath. Trains from Bath and Chippenham provide regular services to London (105 minutes) whilst road networks give access to Reading, Swindon, London, Bristol and the M5 towards Cheltenham and Gloucester. Sporting pursuits include the world-famous Badminton Horse Trials close by, golf at The Manor House at Castle Combe which also has a race circuit and horse racing at Bath and Cheltenham.
Additional Information
The property is Freehold with air source heat pump heating, private drainage, mains water and electricity. The property is located within a conservation area and the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ultrafast broadband is available and there are some limitations to mobile phone coverage. Information taken from the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker website, please check the website for more information. Wiltshire Council Tax Band G.
Perfectly positioned for tranquillity, this exquisite property is most impressive both inside and out with exceptional architecture and magnificent gardens. c.2,900 sq.ft. of accommodation.