5 bed country house for sale

Mount Pleasant, Porton, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP4

A stunning five bedroom, two bathroom family house with landscaped gardens situated well within it’s plot on the outskirts of Porton.

Ashcroft is approached by a long sweeping treelined drive which is surrounded by greenery, this creates a wonderful sense of privacy and serenity. Upon entering the property, you head into the entrance hall which has built in storage and is currently laid out as an office before entering the kitchen/dining room. The kitchen/dining room full of character with exposed brickwork, timber beams, and tiled flooring. There is ample room for a large dining table, with the kitchen area offering a range of matching wall and base units, laminated worktops, a ceramic sink with drainer, and a window overlooking the front garden. This creates a wonderful entertaining space which flows seamlessly into the sitting room. The sitting room again has a wealth of features most notably the exposed beams and wood-burning stove.

Adjoining the sitting room is the snug which has doors that open out onto the terrace and is a cosy space which could be either a dining room or study if required. The garden room also adjoins the sitting room and the current owners have created a wonderfully light space which enjoys triple aspect views over the garden. Due to the solid roof and enhanced glazing this space is now suitable all year round and ensures a seamless connection with the garden. There is also a generously sized double bedroom with dual aspect windows and a private en-suite shower room. This room features a double shower cubicle, wash basin, and extensive fitted storage, making it ideal for guests or multi-generational living.

In addition, there is a fully boarded loft with power which could be suitable for conversion if further space is required. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the utility room and downstairs loo. Moving upstairs, there are four large double bedrooms of which three have their own wash basins. There is also a spacious family bathroom with a separate bath and shower.

Porton is a village in the Bourne Valley, about 6 miles north east of Salisbury. A thriving community, it has a recently refurbished pub, St Nicholas’ Primary School, village hall, the Church of St Nicholas, a Baptist Church, a Doctors Surgery, a village shop and a playground. The beautiful Cathedral city of Salisbury, approximately six miles south, offers a wide selection of shops, restaurants, arts and recreational facilities. Trains from Grateley to London Waterloo have a journey time of approximately 80 minutes. Southampton International Airport is approximately 20 miles south and Bournemouth International Airport approximately 24 miles south of the village. Racing is available at Salisbury Racecourse and Wincanton and golf at South Wilts Golf Club and High Post. This area is renowned for its fishing on the River Avon, Test and outlying chalk streams. The A303 provides access to the South-West and London, via the M3. There is a wide selection of both state and private schools in the area, including Salisbury Cathedral School, Chafyn Grove and Godolphin, as well as Bishop Wordsworth and South Wilts Grammar Schools.

The landscaped garden has been incredibly well thought out with attractive planting, mature borders and manicured lawns. Moreover, there is an extensive terrace which offers the opportunity for alfresco dining as well as a pond to add to the sense of tranquillity on offer. In addition, there is a garden office with power and Wi-Fi, greenhouse and two sheds.

Council Tax Band - E

The property is connected mains electricity and mains water. There is a working well at the property. The property benefits from private drainage, which is shared with the next-door property.

From our Office, head north on Castle St towards Mill Stream Approach and at the Castle Roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Castle Rd/A345. Proceed to the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Portway. At the next roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on Portway. Continue for 2 miles and at the roundabout, continue straight onto A338. The destination will be on the left.