Upton ScudamoreWiltshire, BA12 0AG

Nestled opposite the historic St Mary’s Church, Manor Barn is a exceptional contemporary country home set within 0.78 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds. Approached via a long private driveway lined with flowering cherry trees, the property is instantly appealing in its setting, sitting across the village lane from St Mary’s Church in this popular Wiltshire’s village.

Built just eleven years ago and recognised with a design award, Manor Barn is a combination of natural materials, impressive architecture and craftsmanship, as well as carefully framed views. The interior is filled with natural light thanks to oversized glazing throughout and the home’s south facing orientation, with each principal room intentionally designed to enjoy its outlook across the gardens.

Inside, the character of the oak frame is showcased throughout, most notably in the characterful vaulted ceilings in the kitchen, sitting room and drawing room. These volumes create a sense of spaciousness and craftsmanship rarely found in modern homes, while maintaining the warmth and charm associated with traditional barn architecture.

The accommodation is highly flexible, offering a layout that can adapt easily to family living, multi generational needs or those seeking the ease of predominantly ground floor living.

Manor Barn enters in to an impressive reception hall where the oak-framed architecture is immediately evident. Straight ahead, double doors lead in to the main living space of the house with views of the garden beyond. At the centre of the home lies a beautiful kitchen/dining area, fitted with bespoke shaker cabinetry, a walk-in larder, Miele appliances and an electric Aga. A large dining area is beyond the kitchen island and from here steps descend into a delightful vaulted sitting room where light pours in through full height glazing, framing the views of the gardens and the home’s sunny southern aspect. Adjacent from the kitchen, a beautifully proportioned drawing room provides an impressive entertaining space also with vaulted ceilings and a magnificent central fireplace that is the focal point for the room.

Back across the entrance hall, a corridor provides access to the ground floor bedroom accommodation, which includes three generous bedrooms, two with en suite facilities, a large family bathroom and a separate study which could be utilised as another bedroom. The principal suite bedroom is located at the end of the corridor and is a luxurious main suite, with a dressing area, en suite bathroom, and French doors opening on to its own terrace and views on to the garden and swimming pool.

Above the entrance hall, steps lead up to a mezzanine which offers an atmospheric reading nook, library or study area with views down into the living room. Beyond is a substantial loft area which provides excellent future potential, thoughtfully pre plumbed for a further bathroom should additional bedrooms be desired.

The home also benefits from excellent eco credentials, including solar panels discreetly positioned on the roof, underfloor heating, mechanical ventilation system and an air source heating system, significantly enhancing efficiency and sustainability.

Garden

The landscaped gardens surrounding Manor Barn have been designed to complement both the oak framed architecture and the tranquil setting, and measure about 0.78 acres. Cherry trees line the driveway and mature planting, stone walling and established hedging provide superb privacy, while the south facing lawn stretches out towards an elegant air source heated swimming pool, with resistance machine, perfectly positioned for day long sunshine. The views across to St Mary’s Church in the village are delightful.

To the front of the property is an expansive gravel driveway with space for a multitude of parking. A large oak framed car port sits adjacent to the house and matches its craftsmanship, providing generous covered parking for two cars.

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