5 bed detached house for sale

Upper Castle Combe, Wiltshire SN14

Palm Cottage dates back to circa 1670 yet benefits from not being listed, despite its charm and character.

The property has been thoughtfully extended over the years and kept up to a good standard of repair and presentation throughout.

On the ground floor there are five reception spaces to enjoy, the living room with exposed beams and a wood burner, dining room with pretty alcoves, a cosy snug and the kitchen/breakfast room which leads through to the conservatory where you can take in the gardens and rural outlook. There is also the spacious dual aspect principal bedroom with en suite bathroom, a utility room and bathroom on this floor.

On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, one of which leads into the office/bedroom five, a single bedroom and a shower room.

The property is approached onto a private driveway where there is parking for two vehicles.

The mature grounds comprise an entertaining terrace, formal lawned gardens, a wooded area with a tree swing and a meadow with vehicular access. A path and circular feature are mown in the meadow, which creates a wonderful outlook from the house.

In all approximately 0.79 acres. EPC: E.

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The property sits in Upper Castle Combe, which is positioned just above and to the east of the village of Castle Combe. Castle Combe benefits from two public houses, a tearoom and The Manor House Hotel & Golf Club. The popular Allington Farm Shop & Cafe is less than 10 minutes away by car.

Marshfield, Corsham and Chippenham offer day to day amenities, whilst Bath provides a wider range of restaurants, shops and activities. The quintessential Cotswold village of Castle Combe which was recently voted the prettiest place in Great Britain, and Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa with its Michelin Star restaurant and equestrian centre are both a short drive away.

There are a number of great schools in the area including By Brook Valley, Stanton St Quintin, Stonar and St Mary's Calne; in addition to those in Bath. There are good secondary schools also in Chippenham.

The property is well placed for commuting with easy access to the M4
and the wider motorway network. High speed rail links are available from Chippenham to London Paddington at a journey time from 70 minutes.

Chippenham 5.5 miles, Marshfield 6 miles, Bath 12.5 miles, Bristol 20.5 miles (All distances are approximate).