Property description
A chalet bungalow with views of the Bourne Valley in Idmiston. Four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining room and sitting room. Set in a plot of circa 0.3 of one acre, a double garage and additional parking. No onward chain. EPC: E
Location
Idmiston is a small semi-rural community, just outside the larger village of Porton. Surrounded by fields, the rural beauty is accentuated by the idyllic river flowing through the village. The nearby villages of Porton and Newton Tony collectively provide a local shop, Post Office, church, primary school, doctors, public house and a pet/garden centre. 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. Local events include a weekly market in Amesbury, the Newton Tony 'Dogs Trust' Show, Amesbury Carnival and Durrington Festival. 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) 4m, Amesbury 6m, Salisbury 7.5m, Andover 14m. Trains to London Waterloo: Salisbury (85 mins), Grateley 7m (80 mins).
Outside
Front: A tarmac driveway leads up from Rivermead, curving round to the double garage and the front of the property. There is additional parking in front of the garage. The sloping front garden is otherwise mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and a variety of shrub borders.Side: The main garden area is a good size, level, laid to lawn, extremely private and ideal for entertaining. It has a grass bank to one side which leads up to the rear garden, whilst on the other side; there is a shed as well as access around to the rear. Rear: The garden behind the property is elevated, backs onto open fields and it affords superb views. There is also the potential to house storage sheds/workshops, plant vegetable gardens or perhaps even create a raised patio area to exploit the views of the surrounding countryside.
Directions
Proceed out of Salisbury on the A345 Castle Road towards Amesbury. At the mini roundabouts continue straight across to stay on the A345. After passing Old Sarum you will come to another roundabout, take the third exit signposted Sarum Business Park. At the next roundabout continue straight across to stay on Portway Road. After 2 miles on this road you will come to a further roundabout, proceed straight across onto the A338. The A338 will then become Tidworth Road which you will need to continue on past Porton. The next turning on your right after the village of Porton will take you onto Church Road in Idmiston. Follow this road along and turn left into Rivermead (an unmade lane) immediately after the bridge. The property can be found a short way along on the right hand side up a steep driveway.
Local Information
Schools - www.education.gov.uk/schools/performanceNews and Events - www.salisburyjournal.co.uk and www.spirefm.co.ukFacts, Figures and History - www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idmiston
Tenure
Freehold.
Services
All mains services are connected.
Council Tax
Wiltshire Council Tax Band E.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment only with Bassets.
Property Features :
- Modernised throughout
- Beautiful semi-rural location
- Superb views across the Bourne Valley
- Four double bedrooms
- Spacious and light kitchen/breakfast room