Property description
This stunning Grade II thatched cottage is believed to be around 400 years old. This impressive semi-detached three bedroom property offers attractive accommodation with many of the original features such as the exposed beams, inglenook fireplace. In addition to these period features the property blends the modern convenience of gas central heating, well fitted kitchen, ensuite and spacious conservatory. Downstairs you will find the sitting room with open fire, dining room, kitchen with some built in appliances, family bathroom with electric shower and a wonderful spacious conservatory. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom with ensuite and built-in wardrobe, one further double bedroom and one single. The property benefits from a beautiful layered garden with inset feature well and off road parking for a minimum of 4 cars. An internal inspection of this property is essential to appreciate the attention to detail and quality of home.
LOCATION
Durrington is a popular, community orientated village located near the historical site of Stonehenge, in the heart of Salisbury Plain. The surrounding area is ideal for horse riding, cycling and walking. Local facilities include three small supermarkets, schools for children of all ages, The Stonehenge Inn pub and leisure facilities (which include a swimming pool and gym). For those looking for a quieter life, there is a book club, the Scarlett Singers and a flower arranging club. Local events include a weekly market in Amesbury, The Durrington Festival, Amesbury Carnival and The Great Amesbury Duck Race. Nearby Amesbury has further amenities including a choice of supermarkets, pubs, doctors, dentists, a library, restaurants and plenty of local shops, including a butcher and bakeries. There are also schools for all ages. Situated to the south is the Cathedral city of Salisbury which provides a further choice of schooling, shopping, restaurants, leisure facilities and a theatre. The city has a range of supermarkets as well as 5 Park & Ride services for ease of access into the city centre. A303 (London/Exeter) 2m, Amesbury 2.5m, Salisbury 10.5m, Andover 14.5m. Trains to Waterloo: Salisbury (85 mins), Grateley 9m (80 mins), Andover (75 mins).
OUTSIDE
The property is accessed via a timber pedestrian gate which leads to the side of the property and continues to the rear garden. To the immediate rear of the property there is an attractive raised timber decked area with inset feature well, thatched summer house, large shed and fish pond. The majority of the gardens are then laid to lawn with beautifully stocked flower and shrub borders which offer a good sense of privacy. A timber gate gives pedestrian access to a large parking area which is enclosed and is laid to gravel.
DIRECTION
From Amesbury head north on the A345 straight over Countess roundabout. At the next roundabout turn right and then immediately left into Stonehenge Road. Continue along this road passed Sainsbury's shop into the High Street. Hollihurst Cottage can then be found upon the left hand side.
LOCAL INFORMATION
Schools - www.schoolguide.co.uk News and Events - www.salisburyjournal.co.uk and www.spirefm.co.uk Facts, Figures and History - www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amesbury Stonehenge - www.english-heritage.org/daysout/properties/stonehenge
SERVICES
All mains services connected.
TENURE
Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX
Council tax band D.
VIEWINGS
Viewings strictly by appointment with Bassets only.
Property Features :
- A Grade II listed character cottage
- Three bedrooms
- Country style kitchen
- Sitting room with inglenook fireplace
- Spacious heated conservatory
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