Location

Anstey Cottage is beautifully positioned on Knook Down in the Wylye Valley, nestled at the foot of Salisbury Plain between the villages of Heytesbury and Chitterne. The nearby town of Warminster provides a good range of everyday amenities, including a Waitrose supermarket, while the cathedral city
of Salisbury and the Georgian city of Bath offer a broader selection of shopping, cultural attractions, and recreational opportunities.

Transport links are excellent. Westbury station offers regular direct services to London Paddington (from 79 minutes), while Salisbury station provides routes to London Waterloo (from 85 minutes). The A303, approximately six miles to the south, connects easily to the M3 and the West Country.

The area is well-served by a variety of schools. Local primary options include Heytesbury Church of England Primary School, Wylye Valley Primary, and Sutton Veny Primary School. Secondary education is available at Kingdown School in Warminster, and Salisbury is home to two of the country’s most respected grammar schools: Bishop Wordsworth’s and South Wilts. There is also an excellent choice of independent schools nearby, including Warminster School, Dauntsey’s, Sherborne, Marlborough College, Port Regis, Sandroyd, and Bryanston.

The Wylye Valley and surrounding countryside offer superb leisure opportunities. There is trout fishing available on the Rivers Wylye and Avon, while horse racing is easily accessible at Wincanton, Bath and Salisbury. The expansive landscapes of Salisbury Plain provide outstanding walking, riding and cycling, making the area ideal for lovers of the outdoors.

Description

Anstey Cottage, thought to have been built in the 1850s and extended in the twentieth century, is a charming period home constructed of stone under a tiled roof. The current owner has thoughtfully renovated the property, preserving its original character with features of the house.

The recently installed kitchen has a tiled floor and offers an excellent range of floor and wall-mounted units with elegant black granite countertops. A central island provides additional storage and houses an induction hob with an overhead extractor. Integrated appliances include a built-in double oven, fridge freezer and a dishwasher. There is also a water softener. A log-burning stove adds charm and warmth to the space which has room for a kitchen table.

The sitting room leads from the kitchen and features charming exposed beams and a fireplace that forms the focal point of the space. There is ample space for a large dining table, creating a welcoming and versatile living area. Beyond, the garden room with French doors which open onto the terrace, offers beautiful views across the garden and surrounding countryside. The inclusion of an ensuite wet room comprising shower, basin and WC provides accommodation well suited for use as a ground-floor bedroom if desired. A guest WC completes the accommodation on this level.

Upstairs, the landing leads to a spacious principal bedroom with built-in wardrobes, along with two further bedrooms, all of which enjoy lovely views across the countryside. The family bathroom is well-appointed, featuring a separate enclosed shower, bath, basin, and WC.

OUTSIDE
The garden is predominantly laid to lawn, bordered by native hedging and planted with a variety of trees and shrubs, including a mature wisteria climbing the front of the house. A paved terrace to the south of the house, featuring a balustrade and steps that lead down to the lower levels of the garden. From this elevated position, there are far-reaching views across the picturesque Wylye Valley.

The property is approached via a shared farm track, which leads to a spacious double garage with power and lighting.

Directions

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