High Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8

An exceptional TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM, FIRST floor apartment, rich in character and period charm, forming part of a historic Grade II listed building believed to date from the mid-17th Century.

DESCRIPTION
Tucked away just off the High Street, the apartment is approached through attractive double doors along a private pathway leading to the communal entrance. From the communal hall, stairs rise to the first floor landing where the apartment enjoys a private entrance.
The welcoming L-shaped hallway immediately showcases the property's historic character, featuring original exposed beams, a useful airing cupboard housing the gas combination boiler, a deep storage cupboard, and a side-facing window providing natural light.
The impressive drawing room is a standout feature of the home, boasting high ceilings, exposed beams, two large windows overlooking the High Street and Town Hall, and a beautiful original stone fireplace that creates a striking focal point. An opening leads seamlessly into the spacious kitchen/dining room, a wonderfully bright and sociable space with high ceilings, exposed beams, and dual windows that flood the room with afternoon sunlight.
The kitchen is fitted with an attractive range of light oak units complemented by extensive work surfaces, an inset one-and-a-half bowl sink with mixer tap, plumbing for both a washing machine and dishwasher, space for a fridge. There is ample room for a dining table, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.
The principal bedroom is a generously proportioned double room enjoying attractive views over Marlborough rooftops towards Savernake. This room is full of character, featuring a handsome 17th century stone fireplace, a rare 17th century overmantel, and impressive 17th century oak panelling. The second bedroom is also a comfortable double room, enjoying the same pleasant rear aspect and elevated outlook. Completing the accommodation is the recently refitted bathroom, finished with a contemporary white suite comprising a bath with separate shower over, wash hand basin, WC, and rear-facing window.

** The property will be sold fully furnished, and a reduction to purchase both apartments can be negotiated. **

OUTSIDE
While the apartment does not benefit from allocated parking, there are free parking spaces are in the adjacent Parade between 6 pm and 10 am, together with a council-operated car park just a short two-minute walk away where annual parking permits are typically available. There is also 2 hour free parking from 8am in The Parade.

Opposite the property, a delightful park sits alongside St Mary's Church, while the attractive Coopers Water Meadows can be reached within just a few minutes' walk, providing excellent opportunities for recreation and scenic walks.

SERVICES & MATERIAL INFORMATIN
All mains services are connected and the property operates on gas fired central heating.
EPC rating: Exempt
Council tax band: C
Length of lease 119 years from date of listing
Annual ground rent amount: n/a
Ground rent review period: n/a
Annual service charge amount: n/a
Service charge review period: n/a

Marlborough is a historic market town and provides a range of shopping and leisure facilities including a twice weekly market. The area is well served with excellent schools including St John's Academy, Marlborough College, Dauntsey's, and St. Francis. There are main line stations to London Paddington and the Southwest at Pewsey, Great Bedwyn (both about 5 miles away) and Hungerford (about 10 miles away). The major commercial centres of Swindon, Andover, and Newbury plus the M4, A303, and M3 are within easy reach. The countryside surrounding the town is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and includes the nearby Savernake Forest and the National Cycle Path.