House For Sale £365,000
DESCRIPTION Jasmine Cottage is a very pretty period home occupying a charming setting beside the River Avon on the rural edge of Malmesbury and located a 20 minute walk from the town centre. The cottage forms the wing of a former mill which was sympathetically converted in c.2015 into four individual homes, which include bespoke handmade, hardwood windows. The property is immaculately presented with an 'upside-down' layout arranged over two floors extending in all to 743 sq.ft. With the best of both worlds location being accessible to beautiful countryside walks and a popular Cotswold market town, the cottage would be well suited as a second home or holiday let as well as a primary residence. The bedroom accommodation is located on the ground floor and comprises two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from a modern en-suite shower room and external door leading out to the sunny courtyard. Adjoining the en-suite is an airing cupboard which has a water softener and can also house tumble dryer. The principal bathroom is fitted with a shower over the bath and built-in storage with a roll-up door. The second bedroom also has built-in cupboards. Upstairs, the accommodation is arranged as open plan within a magnificent timber vaulted room complete with oak flooring. The stylish kitchen is well-equipped with integrated appliances including a dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, electric hob and oven. The living area enjoys a cosy aspect with a contemporary Jotul woodburning stove. Externally, the cottage has private off-street parking for two cars. There are two courtyard areas arranged to the west and southern aspect of the property enjoying a sunny orientation and a degree of privacy. The gardens are designed for low maintenance with patio and gravel.
SITUATION This exclusive riverside development is situated on the rural edge of Malmesbury with a host of scenic walks available immediately off the doorstep meandering beside the River Avon and through the adjoining countryside. Malmesbury is an ancient hilltop town situated on the southern edge of The Cotswolds. Traditionally a market town serving the rural area of North West Wiltshire, the town is reputed to be the oldest borough in England created by Charter in 880 AD by Alfred the Great. Today, the High Street has numerous independent shops, pubs and restaurants including a new Aldi, a Waitrose store and a regular weekly Farmer's market whilst the town has excellent choice of both primary and secondary schools and good recreational and leisure facilities. The M4 motorway (J17) to the south provides fast road access to the major employment centres of Bristol and Swindon together with London and the West Country. Main line rail services are available from Chippenham and Kemble (Paddington in about 75 minutes). There are many local footpaths and bridleways and the area is well served for cultural and sporting interests. There are theatres in Bath, Bristol and Swindon, together with golf courses in Chippenham, Brinkworth, Castle Combe and Minchinhampton. Horse racing can be enjoyed at Bath, Newbury and Cheltenham, while numerous water sports are available at the Cotswold Water Park in South Cerney.
TENURE & SERVICES We understand the property is Freehold with a modern electric heating system, mains drainage and water. Council Tax Band D
