Property description
Fairfield Barn is a large barn conversion, dating back to 1796. Situated on Bradford road in the village of Atworth, the imposing property has been the ideal family home for the current owners and their expanding young family since 2011. When we moved to Wiltshire, we were looking for a large living space, close to good schools and within an hour and a halfs commute to London, says John, Atworth gives you a feel of living in a village, but has the benefits of many amenities; including Neston Park Farm shop just across the road. Chippenham Train Station is a 15 minute drive away and there are excellent schools nearby and in Bath.Since moving in, the entire interior of the property has been refurbished using a design consultancy. Mainly natural materials have been used for a sympathetic and high quality feel; the property also benefits from the addition of downstairs underfloor heating, a newly installed handmade Neptune kitchen with integrated Neff appliances, newly refurbished bathrooms, and the addition of a utility room and playroom or office.We were insistent on a high quality finish, and so had every room professionally painted using a Farrow and Ball pallet. adds Helen.One of the things we will miss the most is the view from the house, says John. There are uninterrupted views for 15 miles towards the Westbury Hills; on a good day you can see the Westbury White Horse. Our favourite room is the kitchen/dining room which adjoins the main hallway. From a family perspective it is the perfect space. If we are all here together we can spend most of the day in there; Helen and I can cook in the kitchen and the children have enough room to play whilst remaining in eyesight or earshot due to the proximity of the spaces and how they flow together, says John.The proportions of the house give a great sense of space, continues John. Originally a traditionally shaped drive-through barn, the house has a wonderfully large atrium in the centre with rooms flowing off in each direction and the courtyard entertaining area off the kitchen is ideal for eating al fresco and barbeques. The sheer size and arrangement of the rooms make it great space for entertaining, continues Helen. The large garden, benefits from the sun throughout the day as it wraps around the front and back of the house. The property offers a quintessential English garden with mature trees and shrubs, apple and pear trees and a pretty rose arch pagoda in the front garden. The rear garden is a calm and flat space that makes an ideal play area for children.The quality of life here is great. The area is so idyllic and perfect for anyone who loves nature and the outdoors. We would love to see an active family with young children buy the home and enjoy it as much as we have, he concludes.
Property Features :
- Grade II listed barn conversion
- Full height central reception room
- Handmade kitchen with Aga
- Master bedroom with dressing area and en-suite
- 3 further bedrooms
- Family bathroom
- Guest room with en-suite
- Far reaching countryside views