55a the close salisbury AWS
55A THE CLOSE SALISBURY A charming, freehold, Grade II* listed cottage located in an extremely quiet and private part of Salisbury’s Cathedral Close.
Tucked away in a very quiet corner of Salisbury’s Cathedral Close, 55a is a hidden gem, listed Grade II* and probably dating back to the second half of the 18th century when it was believed to be stables and a coachman’s house. The cottage is now a most comfortable and enjoyable freehold home. Internally there are good sized and light rooms, the majority of which are south facing. There are also many interesting period details remaining such as fireplaces, exposed beams, lattice windows, interesting door furniture etc. The current owner has laid a new solid wooden floor in the majority of rooms at both ground and first floor.
The property is located just off of Choristers Green which forms part of the world famous Cathedral Close of Salisbury. Set in the heart of the city, the Cathedral Close is well known for its stunning architecture and Bill Bryson wrote in his book “Notes From a Small Island” “there is no doubt in my mind that Salisbury Cathedral is the single most beautiful structure in England and The Close around it the most beautiful space”. From the Cathedral Close it is a level walk to the centre of the city with its range of shopping, educational, leisure and cultural facilities as well as the mainline station to London Waterloo, journey time approximately 90 minutes. The city also supports a twice weekly market, a well thought of playhouse and an annual arts festival.
The house is approached via a small doorway between 54 and 55 The Close which opens to a path leading to the front courtyard garden and on to the front door of the property which opens into the:ENTRANCE HALL A welcoming space with stairs to the first floor. Exposed ceiling beam and a meter cupboard. Door to:CLOAKROOM Fitted with a white suite of low level WC and wash hand basin set into a vanitory unit. Extractor fan. DRAWING ROOM An elegant, south facing room with exposed ceiling beams and a wide chimney breast at one end (blocked off). Television and telephone points and useful understairs storage cupboard. Two window seats sit beneath deep windows with recently restored window frames and secondary glazing.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM Truly the hub of the house, this is a light and airy living space with doors opening onto both the front and rear gardens. There is ample space for a large dining table and additional furniture.
EN SUITE BATHROOM Well fitted with a white suite of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and deep bath with handheld mixer shower over. Walk in shower cubicle with mixer shower and monsoon head. Attractive tiling, exposed wall beams.
To the front of the property and facing south is a charming courtyard garden which is a very sheltered suntrap with plenty of space in which to sit out. There is a prolific wisteria, hydrangeas and fuchsias as well as outside lighting, appealing paving and a garden store.
The working area is fitted with a good range of handmade high and low level storage units including built in drawers, a wine rack and cupboards. There is a built in electric oven and a tiled worktop which incorporates a four ring gas hob and a wooden section with a butler sink set in. Ceiling spotlights and exposed ceiling beams.
BEDROOM 2 A generous double room with a window overlooking the courtyard garden. Door to:-
SERVICES Mains electricity, water, gas and drainage are available.
From the entrance hall stairs lead to the first floor landing which is light and airy with space for, say, a desk etc and with a lovely view of the Cathedral spire. There is a walk in airing cupboard with lagged hot water tank, slatted shelving and hatch to loft space. Door to:BEDROOM 1 A charming room with two built in double wardrobes and a pretty cast iron fireplace. The south facing window has an appealing outlook over rooftops and adjacent gardens and has views of the Cathedral spire.
EN SUITE BATHROOM Fitted with a white suite of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a deep bath. Attractive tiled splashbacks, ceiling spotlights and hatch to loft space. BOILER ROOM A useful drying and storage area with a gas fired Baxi boiler for central heating and hot water. OUTSIDE The property has two garden areas, the first of which lies to the west of the property. This is sheltered and consists of two areas of terracing with an Amdega octagonal summer house in one corner. The rest is laid predominantly to lawn with some mature box hedging and exposed areas of the original Close wall which serves as an appealing feature. Outside tap.
TENURE The cottage and south facing garden are now freehold. The west facing garden is leasehold to 24.12.2052 at a rent of £250 per annum. COUNCIL TAX Band D. Charge for 2017/2018 is £1,594.71. POST CODE SP1 2EL TO VIEW By appointment only please through Myddelton & Major, 49 High Street, Salisbury, SP1 2PD. Tel 01722 337575 Reference: 17565.170331
49 High Street Salisbury Wiltshire SP1 2PD
01722 337575 www.myddeltonmajor.co.uk
Myddelton & Major for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: – i) the particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. ii) all descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. iii) no person in the employment of Myddelton & Major has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
Tucked away in a very quiet corner of Salisbury’s Cathedral Close, 55a is a hidden gem, listed Grade II* and probably dating back to the second half of the 18th century when it was believed to be stables and a coachman’s house. The cottage is now a most comfortable and enjoyable freehold home. Internally there are good sized and light rooms, the majority of which are south facing. There are also many interesting period details remaining such as fireplaces, exposed beams, lattice windows, interesting door furniture etc. The current owner has laid a new solid wooden floor in the majority of rooms at both ground and first floor.
The property is located just off of Choristers Green which forms part of the world famous Cathedral Close of Salisbury. Set in the heart of the city, the Cathedral Close is well known for its stunning architecture and Bill Bryson wrote in his book “Notes From a Small Island” “there is no doubt in my mind that Salisbury Cathedral is the single most beautiful structure in England and The Close around it the most beautiful space”. From the Cathedral Close it is a level walk to the centre of the city with its range of shopping, educational, leisure and cultural facilities as well as the mainline station to London Waterloo, journey time approximately 90 minutes. The city also supports a twice weekly market, a well thought of playhouse and an annual arts festival.
The house is approached via a small doorway between 54 and 55 The Close which opens to a path leading to the front courtyard garden and on to the front door of the property which opens into the:ENTRANCE HALL A welcoming space with stairs to the first floor. Exposed ceiling beam and a meter cupboard. Door to:CLOAKROOM Fitted with a white suite of low level WC and wash hand basin set into a vanitory unit. Extractor fan. DRAWING ROOM An elegant, south facing room with exposed ceiling beams and a wide chimney breast at one end (blocked off). Television and telephone points and useful understairs storage cupboard. Two window seats sit beneath deep windows with recently restored window frames and secondary glazing.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM Truly the hub of the house, this is a light and airy living space with doors opening onto both the front and rear gardens. There is ample space for a large dining table and additional furniture.
EN SUITE BATHROOM Well fitted with a white suite of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and deep bath with handheld mixer shower over. Walk in shower cubicle with mixer shower and monsoon head. Attractive tiling, exposed wall beams.
To the front of the property and facing south is a charming courtyard garden which is a very sheltered suntrap with plenty of space in which to sit out. There is a prolific wisteria, hydrangeas and fuchsias as well as outside lighting, appealing paving and a garden store.
The working area is fitted with a good range of handmade high and low level storage units including built in drawers, a wine rack and cupboards. There is a built in electric oven and a tiled worktop which incorporates a four ring gas hob and a wooden section with a butler sink set in. Ceiling spotlights and exposed ceiling beams.
BEDROOM 2 A generous double room with a window overlooking the courtyard garden. Door to:-
SERVICES Mains electricity, water, gas and drainage are available.
From the entrance hall stairs lead to the first floor landing which is light and airy with space for, say, a desk etc and with a lovely view of the Cathedral spire. There is a walk in airing cupboard with lagged hot water tank, slatted shelving and hatch to loft space. Door to:BEDROOM 1 A charming room with two built in double wardrobes and a pretty cast iron fireplace. The south facing window has an appealing outlook over rooftops and adjacent gardens and has views of the Cathedral spire.
EN SUITE BATHROOM Fitted with a white suite of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a deep bath. Attractive tiled splashbacks, ceiling spotlights and hatch to loft space. BOILER ROOM A useful drying and storage area with a gas fired Baxi boiler for central heating and hot water. OUTSIDE The property has two garden areas, the first of which lies to the west of the property. This is sheltered and consists of two areas of terracing with an Amdega octagonal summer house in one corner. The rest is laid predominantly to lawn with some mature box hedging and exposed areas of the original Close wall which serves as an appealing feature. Outside tap.
TENURE The cottage and south facing garden are now freehold. The west facing garden is leasehold to 24.12.2052 at a rent of £250 per annum. COUNCIL TAX Band D. Charge for 2017/2018 is £1,594.71. POST CODE SP1 2EL TO VIEW By appointment only please through Myddelton & Major, 49 High Street, Salisbury, SP1 2PD. Tel 01722 337575 Reference: 17565.170331
49 High Street Salisbury Wiltshire SP1 2PD
01722 337575 www.myddeltonmajor.co.uk
Myddelton & Major for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: – i) the particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. ii) all descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. iii) no person in the employment of Myddelton & Major has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
