South facing and situated in the attractive village of Kington St Michael around three miles north of Chippenham, Home Farmhouse is believed to have been constructed around 1675 as the home farm to the nearby Manor House. Located close to the main village amenities, this stunning Grade II listed home comes with several outbuildings and is set in about 1.5 acres comprising, a small vegetable garden, a large orchard which drops away into a valley and a pond. Enjoying easy access to the surrounding countryside the house has lovely views over fields from the upper windows. ‘On first viewing the house twenty years ago we felt it was unique and due to its age, the architecture, garden and orchard we fell in love with it immediately,’ says owner Pat. Husband Rick adds, ‘we love village life and the strong community spirit and with a primary school, community owned village shop, a traditional pub, village hall, church and an excellent café serving great food, it feels very vibrant. As dog owners we’ve found the area to be ideal for walks.’ The house had been sympathetically modernised over the years and Pat and Rick have continuously kept things well-maintained during their time here.

‘There is a tanked and dry cellar, an extensive ground floor, a first floor above this, and a further floor above in the original house. This is now used as a master suite of a double bedroom complete with dressing room and an ensuite bathroom.’

‘Although large and full of light, the feel of the house is very cosy and welcoming.’

‘Both the house and garden are excellent for entertaining, from being able to host forty people in the dining hall to having enough space in the orchard for a marquee.’

‘The orchard contains apple trees, a pear, and several small plum trees, as well as the pond. The patio is where we like to sit for sundowners whilst watching the antics of the abundant wildlife – if we’re lucky we see the flash of a kingfisher.’

‘The local schools are excellent, with the village primary school gaining Outstanding Ofsted grade. The village also has a nursery school for younger children. Within 2.5 miles there are two highly rated mixed state secondary schools, Sheldon and Hardenhuish.

‘The village is well placed for travel to London and Bristol by train – from Chippenham – or road – via junction 17 of the M4 – and Heathrow is just 82 miles away. Working from home is easy, with ample space and fast broadband.’

Additional Information
Local Authority: Wiltshire
Council Tax Band: G
Services: Mains gas, electric and drainage
Tenure: Freehold
EPC: D