Detached house for sale in Atworth, Wiltshire SN12

Albion House is a truly unique property blending beautiful bohemian charm with period elegance. The property oozes charm and character throughout, with spacious and versatile accommodation arranged over three floors. The deeds for the house state 1804, but it is shown on a map from 1750 so it is believed to date to between 1720 and 1740.

The interior showcases an abundance of period features, including original fireplaces throughout, flagstone flooring in some areas, and exposed stone walls that add to the warm country ambiance.

On the ground floor your are spoilt for choice with a number of wonderful reception rooms comprising the colourful kitchen/dining room, the living room/tv room with French doors to the gardens, a snug, the formal entrance hall and the large office/family room. The latter provides a great space to work from home, in addition to the studio in the garden.

On the first and second floors the generously proportioned rooms are a highlight, with the principal bedroom benefitting from an en suite shower room. There are five further bedrooms, each with their own personal charm, the family bathroom, and a large landing. All six bedrooms feature wooden flooring, enhancing the property's rustic appeal.

The property benefits from a private driveway where there is parking for a couple of cars.

There is a south-facing flagstone entertaining terrace, leading to a level lawn surrounded by well-stocked shrub borders. A larger rear lawn is accessible through a secretive arched passageway in the hedgerow, providing a secluded area that includes an orchard with greengage, damson, pear and apple trees; plus a fabulous fig tree!

Attached to one side of the house is the outbuilding, comprising boiler/wash room, store rooms and a large airy artists studio with a wood burning stove. This could be converted to ancillary accommodation subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.

In all approximately 0.19 acres. EPC: E.

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Atworth is a highly sought-after village dating back to Roman times. Today it offers rural living combined with excellent facilities including the church, chapel, village hall, an outstanding nursery, acclaimed child-minders and a favoured primary school.

There's a park, playground, football pitch and village tennis courts. Lowden Garden Centre, Farmshop and Café are within walking distance, as are a late-opening garage and grocery shop, and the friendly White Hart pub and restaurant.

There are excellent sports facilities a short walk away at the exclusive private Stonar School. The highly-rated St Laurence Secondary School in Bradford–on-Avon runs a free daily bus for Atworth pupils. Car and bus links are exceptional as the village stands on the A365 between Box and Melksham. Chippenham, Bath, and Bristol are in easy reach and there is a quick route through the lanes to reach the M4. There's good parking at the rail stations in Melksham and Bradford-on- Avon.

Bath 9 miles | Chippenham 10 miles | Melksham 3 miles | M4 (Junction 18) 12 miles (All distances are approximate).