5 bed detached house for sale

Compton Bassett, Calne SN11

Home Farm is an exceptional 18th-century farmhouse offering spectacular views with outbuildings and 2.7 acres of grounds. The current owners have created a well presented and practical family home and behind its attractive mellow brick façade lies a stylish contemporary interior. Generously proportioned rooms retain a wealth of character, including stripped panel doors, working fireplaces and original period features, complemented by high-quality finishes throughout, including bespoke double-glazed timber windows and doors and premium
flooring.

The farmhouse offers generously proportioned accommodation, where period character has been carefully preserved through stripped panel doors, working fireplaces and original features. These are complemented by bespoke double-glazed timber windows and doors, and quality flooring throughout. The principal sitting room is a bright dual-aspect space with views over the gardens, French doors to the rear terrace, and a stone fireplace with wood-burning stove. At the heart of the home is an the open-plan kitchen/dining room, enhanced by the current owners to create a spacious family hub. Fitted with bespoke handcrafted cabinetry, granite worktops and space for a range cooker and American-style fridge/freezer, it flows into a vaulted breakfast area with doors opening onto the patio. A large boot room provides practical everyday storage, utility space and separate external access, while a walk-in pantry serves the kitchen. The original dining room, featuring stripped pine floors and an open fireplace, is ideal for entertaining. A versatile study/playroom leads through to a further dual-aspect sitting room with doors opening onto a sunny side terrace.

The first floor offers five generous double bedrooms and two well appointed bathrooms. Many bedrooms enjoy far-reaching views and retain period fireplaces and built-in storage. The principal family bathroom features a freestanding bath and walk-in shower, while a twin staircase layout provides flexibility for modern family living.

Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage. There is also septic drainage in place in grounds of the property for a previous mobile home unit. Oil fired central heating. Wiltshire Council Tax Band G. EPC Grade E. Location What3Words ///joints.educated.amplifier

Outside

The property boasts two distinct formal gardens; a substantial west-facing walled garden and an enclosed kitchen garden. A gravelled area to the front provides additional parking. To the rear, the grounds extend into two areas, with vehicular access and ideal for grazing. A gated secondary drive leads to further parking. The grounds provide year-round interest and privacy, while patios and well-stocked herbaceous borders create attractive spaces for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. There is a detached barn with adjacent workshop, garaging and in all extends to ~2.7 acres.

Situation

Nestled beneath the Marlborough Downs, Compton Bassett is an attractive village surrounded by rolling pastureland. It has a popular pub, church and strong community spirit, it offers an idyllic rural setting within easy reach of Calne, Marlborough and Devizes. Chippenham has mainline rail services to London Paddington and access to the M4, Bath is just 20 miles away. The area is renowned for its countryside pursuits, sports and excellent schools, including Marlborough College, St Mary's Calne and Dauntsey's in addition to state schools.
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Property Ref Number:

Ham-66997

Additional Information

Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage. There is also septic drainage in place in grounds of the property for a previous mobile home unit. Oil fired central heating. Wiltshire Council Tax Band G. EPC Grade E. Location What3Words ///joints.educated.amplifier