About this property

An exquisite Grade II listed country house, beautifully renovated and set within approximately 1.4 acres of gardens and paddock, enjoying outstanding rural views.

Old Durlett is a most attractive and thoughtfully upgraded Grade II listed family home, combining historic character with high quality contemporary finishes. Set in a peaceful rural position behind electric gates, the house enjoys far reaching countryside views and offers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity, with planning permission in place to extend (PL/2021/08123).

The property benefits from many original period features and offers spacious, light and airy rooms. The accommodation is both generous and versatile, centred around a superb open plan kitchen/dining room, with a bespoke Neptune kitchen with an Everhot at its heart, this space flows seamlessly into the garden and patio area, perfectly positioned to take advantage of the garden and open views beyond.

The aesthetic is contemporary with a welcoming colour pallet and high end finish. A beautifully proportioned sitting room showcases exposed timber beams and a wood burning stove set within an impressive inglenook fireplace. In addition, there is a highly practical family room or home office (with built-in shelving), ideal for versatile modern living. The kitchen is complemented by a utility area with WC, leading through to a larger boot room / secondary utility (fitted with Neptune cabinetry) with skylights and doors to front, rear and garage, perfectly suited to country life.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom enjoys a delightful triple aspect and a stylish en-suite bathroom with bath, separate waterfall shower and double Burlington vanity unit. There are three further double bedrooms, all well proportioned, served by a contemporary family shower room.

Services: Mains water and electricity, septic drainage (sewage treatment plant). Air source heat pump with additional gas cylinders for when temperatures low. Underfloor heating to kitchen. EV charger. Grade II Listed. Wiltshire Council Tax Band G. Planning permission granted: PL/2021/08123

Outside
The property is approached via a gravel driveway providing ample parking and access to a large double garage (with EV charger) attached to the house. The grounds extend to approximately 1.4 acres with the gardens laid predominantly to lawn with an established cottage garden, trees and hedging, creating privacy whilst maintaining wonderful views towards Roundway.

Within the garden is a summerhouse with power, ideal for relaxing or working from home. To the south lies a fully enclosed paddock with a variety of entertaining spaces making the property ideal for relaxation, equestrian or smallholding interests. The front garden is lawned and planted with a variety of mature fruit trees.

Situation
Old Durlett occupies a delightful rural setting, conveniently located ~ 4 miles from the historic market town of Devizes, which offers a comprehensive range of amenities. Marlborough and Bath are also close by. The villages of Rowde and Bromham are well regarded with a primary school, churches and pubs including the popular George and Dragon. Chippenham mainline station, ~ 8 miles away, provides regular services to London Paddington and Bristol, while Junction 17 of the M4 is ~ 11 miles to the north. There is a good selection of state and private schools.

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Additional Information
Services: Mains water and electricity, septic drainage (sewage treatment plant). Air source heat pump with additional gas cylinders for when temperatures low. Underfloor heating to kitchen. EV charger. Grade II Listed. Wiltshire Council Tax Band G. Planning permission granted: PL/2021/08123

Additional information

• Grade II Listed with Period Features
• Countryside Views
• Total Grounds of ~1.4 Acres
• Garage and Ample Parking
• Paddock of ~1 acre
• Large Open Plan Kitchen/Diner with Underfloor Heating
• Three Further Reception Areas
• Four Bedrooms and Two Bathrooms
• Generous Utility/Boot Rooms
• Cellar

Key information

Council Tax Band: G

Tenure: Freehold

Energy Performance Certificate