Westlands Lane, Melksham, SN12 7QE

An Exceptional Detached Family Home with Extensive Living Spaces and a Magnificent substantial landscaped garden.

Nestled in a desirable semi-rural location, this beautifully presented 4-5 bedroom detached home offers generous and flexible accommodation, meticulously refurbished to a high standard. With its contemporary feel and expansive 0.7 acre garden, it provides a superb environment for family life and entertaining, while still being conveniently close to local and larger town amenities.

Upon entering, you are welcomed into a spacious hallway with plenty of storage and downstairs cloakroom. The whole home has a fresh Scandinavian feel where light and space prevail. The ground floor boasts a triple-aspect living room, providing ample natural light throughout the day, complete with a charming wood burner and French doors that open directly onto the superb garden. This versatile layout also features a fantastic 29ft kitchen/diner/family room, finished to a high specification, offering the perfect hub for daily life. This room has enough space for a large dining room table, family work or sofa area and the shaker cabinets are topped with a marble worktop which provides a useful breakfast bar for a quick coffee. Cleverly designed and hiding away are pull out storage units, a double fridge, dishwasher and a freestanding range cooker keeps that nod to the country location. French doors open out from the dining room onto the patio area. A useful utility room offers more storage and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. Across the rear is a long and very useful conservatory which is the perfect place to store all the muddy boots after a walk in the surrounding countryside. Hidden away in a quiet spot is a small, private room currently utilised as a music room, but could also be a great study space. A door from here also gives convenient access to the double garage. 

Further adding to the ground floor's appeal a second excellent reception room offers flexibility as an additional bedroom or a cosy retreat as it also features a wood burner. This excellent room would make a superb study, children's playroom or 2nd living area. 

Upstairs, the accommodation continues to impress with four well-proportioned bedrooms. The main bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and its own en-suite shower room, offering a private sanctuary to escape to. The remaining three bedrooms are well-served by a contemporary family bathroom and all enjoy some views over the surrounding area. 

The exterior of this property is truly outstanding. The ample landscaped garden is a real highlight, featuring a delightful wildflower meadow area, a dedicated play area, various seating spaces for relaxation and entertaining, and a games barn. Choose the sunny patio next to the wildlife pond, or live the good life digging up the vegetable beds or simply let the kids and the dogs wear themselves out ! This extensive outdoor space offers endless possibilities for enjoyment and exploration and is quietly located backing onto farmland and countryside. Further enhancing the garden's appeal are a purpose-built office studio cabin, complete with power, heating, and internet connectivity, providing an ideal space for remote work or creative pursuits. Alongside there is a practical potting shed/greenhouse and large garden store. The games barn is the perfect place for further covered seating, a table tennis table and for parking up a ride on mower! Yes, you too could while away some time mowing stripes into your extensive lawn! 

This home benefits from gas central heating, solar panels on the roof (owned), and 2 wood burners. A recent mains connection has also been made to the new sewer connection in the area which is a huge bonus as previously the property had a private drainage system. 

A double garage is partially sub divided and has access from the house as well as via the 2 up and over doors. A very useful EV charging port is attached to the front which is perfect for home charging. The gated gravel driveway is generous enough for 5 cars and alongside is a large lawn area with side access to he rear. Set back from Westlands Lane, this large front garden is beautifully presented and offers an alternative garden area to plant up for those with green fingers.  

Agents note: The majority of the rear garden is under a separate title which is subject to a restriction to stop development. Both the property and garden are to be sold together, but your financial mortgage arrangements will need to be discussed with the agent and mortgage advisors. 

Situated in a semi-rural setting, the property offers tranquil living while maintaining excellent accessibility to amenities. Local primary schools, quaint village shops, and traditional pubs are within easy reach. For broader conveniences, the market town of Melksham provides a wider array of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities. Excellent transport links, including nearby train stations and major road networks, ensure effortless commuting to larger towns and cities.

The location of Westlands Lane is perfect for easy access to the A350, onwards to the M4 and Bristol/Bath/London areas. With rail stations at both Melksham and Chippenham within a short distance, commuting can be easily achieved and if the bus is more your style, then there are stops close by. Despite all the convenience, the location is also set close to a myriad of countryside walks, and the village of Whitley and Shaw (just over a mile away). Here you will find the popular Shaw Primary School, local churches, a community-led village shop, Golf and cricket club, a cycle shop, and the ever-popular Pear Tree Inn. Beechfield House is within walking distance as well if you fancy an afternoon tea or a day at the spa. Melksham and its ever-expanding range of independent shops plus a good range of supermarkets is within a couple of miles and the picturesque town of Corsham is only 3 miles away. Just around the corner, step back in time at the National Trust village of Lacock. So much to do and all so close!