Cathy's Say

Among the cottages Wiltshire can offer is The Carthouse, situated just a mile outside Malmesbury, an ancient market town. As England's oldest borough, situated on a hill circled by the River Avon, it is often called the 'Queen of Hilltop Towns'. Its skyline is dominated by the imposing Norman Abbey where the Abbey Gardens feature planting ranging from daffodils, crocus, tulips and iris in spring through the county's largest private collection of roses, double herbaceous borders that rival Monet's, to fabulous autumn colour from specimen trees and shrubs spread between formal gardens dotted with fish ponds and a wilder section that cascades into a valley cut through by a tributary of the River Avon. In the town there is a fine 15th century market cross, narrow medieval streets and quaint alleyways.

Property Description

Peacefully set amidst meadows and woodland on the edge of a village, this delightful and spacious converted barn enjoys comfortable accommodation in a courtyard setting and its own private terrace and garden. Set just a short stroll from the local dining pub, it makes an excellent base for a relaxing break, within easy reach of the Cotswolds, Bath, Stonehenge, Westonbirt Aboretum and Cotswold Water Park – all a short drive. Malmesbury's 12th century Abbey and famous gardens, quaint shops and restaurants are just 3 miles.

 

One bedroom. Spacious sitting room with sofa bed (for + 2), superb exposed beamed ceiling, electric fire and French doors to large terrace. Quarry tiled dining area and well equipped kitchen. Double bedroom. Wet room/WC.