Washmere House, SN14 8DQ

Nestled along a quiet and sought-after lane in the heart of the popular village of Colerne, this exceptional Grade II listed detached home, dating from circa 1740, enjoys far-reaching panoramic views across open countryside. Beautifully renovated to an exacting standard, the property offers a seamless blend of historic character and contemporary comfort, with retained features including exposed stone walls, timber beams, and stone mullioned windows. Extending to around 1,800 square feet, the house sits within a private, level plot of approximately 0.06 acres and is offered to the market with no onward chain—presenting an ideal opportunity to enjoy a well-connected village lifestyle in an idyllic setting.

The accommodation is both spacious and thoughtfully arranged. A welcoming entrance hall, finished with attractive limestone flooring, leads to a well-appointed cloakroom with a heated towel rail and generous built-in storage. The impressive kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home, flooded with natural light and fitted with a range of integrated appliances including a SMEG cooker, dishwasher, and instant hot water tap. Patio doors open directly onto the garden, creating a natural extension of the living space. A useful adjoining lean-to, currently used for storage, benefits from existing planning and listed building consent, offering excellent potential for further development (refs: N/09/00604/FUL, N/09/00360/LBC, N/10/03425/LBC).

The open-plan sitting and dining room is a particularly striking space, featuring a dual aspect, a substantial stone fireplace with inset ‘Jøtul’ wood-burning stove, bespoke shelving, and continuation of the elegant stone flooring. It provides a warm yet versatile setting, equally suited to everyday living and entertaining.
On the first floor, a bright landing leads to two well-proportioned double bedrooms and an impressive 18' bathroom, thoughtfully designed as a luxurious retreat. It features a freestanding bath positioned to enjoy the views, a large walk-in rainfall shower, vanity unit, WC, heated towel rail, and ample storage. A loft space, accessed from the bathroom, provides additional storage.
The second floor is dedicated to a superb principal suite, comprising a generous bedroom with elevated views across the Box Valley, an en suite bathroom, and a dressing room. The dressing room features generous fitted wardrobes and has been used as an adjoining fourth bedroom/cot room, also offering flexibility as a study if required.

Outside, the south-west-facing garden has been attractively landscaped, with a generous patio ideal for al fresco dining, a well-kept lawn, and mature, well-stocked borders. The garden enjoys a peaceful outlook and provides a private setting for outdoor relaxation. To the front, the property benefits from private off-street parking (via statutory declaration), a valuable feature in such a central village location.

Colerne is a thriving and highly regarded village set within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ideally positioned between Bath and Chippenham. Elevated above the Box Valley, it offers an abundance of scenic walks and cycling routes. The village supports a strong community and a wide range of amenities including a church, two public houses, a post office, a local shop, a florist, doctors’ surgeries, and regular visiting street food vendors. Families are well served by the highly regarded Colerne Church of England Primary School, with convenient transport links to secondary schools in Bath and Chippenham, as well as a selection of independent schools within easy reach. The M4 motorway provides straightforward access to Bristol and London, while Chippenham station offers direct rail services to London Paddington in approximately one hour. Nearby attractions include the renowned Lucknam Park, the National Trust village of Lacock with its historic Abbey, and the picturesque Castle Combe. The village itself hosts a variety of community events throughout the year, contributing to its enduring appeal.

Additional Information:
Tenure: Freehold Detached House
Council Tax Band: F
EPC Rating: (Exempt Due To Listing)
Services: Mains gas radiator central heating plus wood-burning stove. Mains drainage. Mains electricity. Mains water supply. Mix of single and double glazing.
Planning Permission & Listed Building Entries For Lean-To Development: (N/09/00604/FUL, N/09/00360/LBC, N/10/03425/LBC)

*Please note the parking space is not registered with the title for the property and is provided privately instead to the owners by way of an undisputed statutory declaration*