Property description
Yeoman Cottage is a lovely two bedroom period cottage arranged over three floors with a wealth of charm and character. A particular feature of the cottage is the lower ground/basement farmhouse style kitchen which opens directly into an attractive courtyard which in turn leads to the main garden. The triple aspect sitting room is also a charming feature of the property, overlooking the gardens, fine inglenook fireplace and original 17th Century wood panelling. The plot is of a particularly good size with areas of formal lawn, terraced/seating areas and private gated gravel drive with parking and access to a detached workshop/carport.The whole property, including its neighbour, is a former L-shaped timber framed and brick listed house dating back to the early 1630s which was built for a local gentleman, Mr Thomas Sheppard. The property remained as a single dwelling until 1897 at which point it was divided into two, Yeoman Cottage and its neighbour October Cottage. In the 1960s both properties were fully refurbished.
LOCATION
Ablington is a little village situated within the parish of Figheldean, on the north east corner of Salisbury Plain with a strong community feel and an abundance of countryside. The neighbouring village of Durrington provides local facilities including three small supermarkets, schools for children of all ages, a choice of pubs and leisure facilities (which include a swimming pool and gym). Nearby Amesbury has further amenities including a choice of supermarkets, doctors, dentists, a library, restaurants and plenty of local shops, including a butcher, bakeries and pubs. There is also a choice of schools for all ages.Situated to the south is the Cathedral city of Salisbury which provides a comprehensive choice of schooling, further 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) 3.8m, Amesbury 4m, Pewsey 10.5m, Salisbury 12.5m, Devizes 16m. Trains to Waterloo: Salisbury (85 mins), Andover (75 mins).
OUTSIDE
Five bar gate giving access to the large driveway providing parking for 6+ cars and giving access to the Heritage car barn with covered parking for one car. Large workshop/store with power and light connected and outside courtesy lights. Large private south westerly facing garden with lawn, mature flowers, plants and shrubs, potting shed, three patio areas, vegetable plot and summer house.
DIRECTIONS
From our office proceed to the traffic lights and turn left to the Countess roundabout and continue straight across following the A345 towards Durrington. At the next roundabout continue across still following the A345 (Netheravon Road). Follow the road for a distance turning right signposted Figheldean and the High Street. Continue for a short distance turning right just before the school signposted Ablington. Follow the road passing Avon Banks, through the sharp left hand bend into Ablington where Yeoman cottage will be found on 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
Mains electric and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
TENURE
Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX
Council Tax Band D.
VIEWINGS
Strictly by appointment only with Bassets.
Property Features :
- Two double bedrooms
- Many period features
- Farmhouse style kitchen
- Set in a conservation area
- Sitting room with Inglenook fireplace