House For Sale £800,000
Fine & Country Marlborough, Devizes and Newbury are delighted to present to the market this beautifully presented 5 bedroom thatched period cottage in the charming downland village of Ogbourne St Andrew, just north of Marlborough.
Overview:
Marphet Cottage is a beautifully presented period thatched cottage situated in the charming downland village of Ogbourne St. Andrew, 2 miles north of Marlborough. The ancient Ridgeway is within easy reach for walking, cycling, horse riding and the local community-owned pub Silks on the Downs has recently re-opened offering delicious food and a warm welcome. There are both pre and primary schools in the neighbouring village of Ogbourne St. George and the village is in the catchment for St John’s Marlborough. Private schooling provided by Pinewood, Marlborough College, St. Francis, Dauntsey’s and both St. Margaret’s and St. Mary’s Calne.
Accommodation Summary:
Ground Floor:
With character and beautifully designed interiors everywhere you look, Marphet Cottage offers spacious rooms on the ground floor. The substantial drawing room is flooded with natural light thanks to the French windows that lead onto the garden. The original oak beams and inglenook fireplace provide attractive features and the cottage is thought to date back to the 18th century. The delightful country kitchen and breakfast room features a Total Control Electric Aga and has space for a farmhouse kitchen table, the ideal spot for entertaining family and friends. There’s a useful utility room and pantry off the kitchen, with a further sink and a great place to house the washing machine and tumble dryer. Overall, the presentation is superb and is certainly reflective of the time, effort and thought that have gone into renovating this charming home.
First Floor:
The character continues upstairs, be that in the exposed stone walls, beautiful wood floors or wonderful views from the bedrooms to the fields behind. There are 4 good-sized double bedrooms alongside a large dressing room and family bathroom. The main bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room too.
Home Office/Studio:
Providing the ideal home office setup, the annexe has 2 main rooms, and could be appropriate for a variety of uses. The addition of a kitchen and shower room could turn this space into an independent annexe for additional accommodation.
Outside:
The gated and gravelled driveway provides parking for several vehicles and there is a single garage in addition to a traditional thatched wishing well. The gardens have been beautifully kept, with attractive planting in the borders around the lawn, and a selection of fruit trees and shrubs. There’s a summerhouse and greenhouse too. One of the huge benefits is the open view to the fields behind, across the River Og. Being to the West, this view can be the subject of stunning sunsets throughout the year.
Location:
Ogbourne St. Andrew is situated on the beautiful Marlborough Downs. The national cycle network running along the old railway line makes getting into Marlborough on foot or by bike very convenient and numerous footpaths and by-ways can be found within moments of the front door, with some stunning scenery. The village is 2 miles north of the ever-popular historic market town of Marlborough and it is difficult to think of many things that Marlborough High Street lacks. Along with being the second widest high street in the UK, it is host to a fantastic range of shops, cafes, restaurants, and public houses which sit side by side with larger national chains, such as Waitrose.
There is a variety of excellent schooling available at all levels, with both pre and primary schools available at Ogbourne St. George, St. John’s Marlborough and the world-famous Marlborough College both within easy reach. The surrounding countryside also is a huge draw to the area, with country walks, bike rides and other outdoor pursuits all readily available. The Marlborough Downs, Savernake Forest, The West Woods, Avebury stone circle, Barbury Castle and many other beauty spots are within easy reach. For transport, the M4 is easily accessible at Junction 15. The railway stations at Swindon, Pewsey and Great Bedwyn offer direct services into London Paddington with the fastest taking under 1hr.<br /><br />
Overview:
Marphet Cottage is a beautifully presented period thatched cottage situated in the charming downland village of Ogbourne St. Andrew, 2 miles north of Marlborough. The ancient Ridgeway is within easy reach for walking, cycling, horse riding and the local community-owned pub Silks on the Downs has recently re-opened offering delicious food and a warm welcome. There are both pre and primary schools in the neighbouring village of Ogbourne St. George and the village is in the catchment for St John’s Marlborough. Private schooling provided by Pinewood, Marlborough College, St. Francis, Dauntsey’s and both St. Margaret’s and St. Mary’s Calne.
Accommodation Summary:
Ground Floor:
With character and beautifully designed interiors everywhere you look, Marphet Cottage offers spacious rooms on the ground floor. The substantial drawing room is flooded with natural light thanks to the French windows that lead onto the garden. The original oak beams and inglenook fireplace provide attractive features and the cottage is thought to date back to the 18th century. The delightful country kitchen and breakfast room features a Total Control Electric Aga and has space for a farmhouse kitchen table, the ideal spot for entertaining family and friends. There’s a useful utility room and pantry off the kitchen, with a further sink and a great place to house the washing machine and tumble dryer. Overall, the presentation is superb and is certainly reflective of the time, effort and thought that have gone into renovating this charming home.
First Floor:
The character continues upstairs, be that in the exposed stone walls, beautiful wood floors or wonderful views from the bedrooms to the fields behind. There are 4 good-sized double bedrooms alongside a large dressing room and family bathroom. The main bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room too.
Home Office/Studio:
Providing the ideal home office setup, the annexe has 2 main rooms, and could be appropriate for a variety of uses. The addition of a kitchen and shower room could turn this space into an independent annexe for additional accommodation.
Outside:
The gated and gravelled driveway provides parking for several vehicles and there is a single garage in addition to a traditional thatched wishing well. The gardens have been beautifully kept, with attractive planting in the borders around the lawn, and a selection of fruit trees and shrubs. There’s a summerhouse and greenhouse too. One of the huge benefits is the open view to the fields behind, across the River Og. Being to the West, this view can be the subject of stunning sunsets throughout the year.
Location:
Ogbourne St. Andrew is situated on the beautiful Marlborough Downs. The national cycle network running along the old railway line makes getting into Marlborough on foot or by bike very convenient and numerous footpaths and by-ways can be found within moments of the front door, with some stunning scenery. The village is 2 miles north of the ever-popular historic market town of Marlborough and it is difficult to think of many things that Marlborough High Street lacks. Along with being the second widest high street in the UK, it is host to a fantastic range of shops, cafes, restaurants, and public houses which sit side by side with larger national chains, such as Waitrose.
There is a variety of excellent schooling available at all levels, with both pre and primary schools available at Ogbourne St. George, St. John’s Marlborough and the world-famous Marlborough College both within easy reach. The surrounding countryside also is a huge draw to the area, with country walks, bike rides and other outdoor pursuits all readily available. The Marlborough Downs, Savernake Forest, The West Woods, Avebury stone circle, Barbury Castle and many other beauty spots are within easy reach. For transport, the M4 is easily accessible at Junction 15. The railway stations at Swindon, Pewsey and Great Bedwyn offer direct services into London Paddington with the fastest taking under 1hr.<br /><br />
