Michaelmas Cottage exudes timeless charm, making it the quintessential country retreat. Rich in historic features, this exceptional home is set to become a truly special haven for its future owners. Michaelmas Cottage is a quintessential English country home that blends historical charm with modern comforts, nestled in the picturesque village of Upavon. This Grade II Listed property dates back to the 17th century or earlier, and has been lovingly extended and restored over time. The result is a deceptively spacious, character-filled family home that offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere along with features of immense historical interest. From the outside, the cottage is the epitome of a chocolate-box home with its traditional thatched roof, stone walls, and pretty thatched porch. Stepping inside, you're greeted by a surprisingly large entrance hall, which immediately gives a sense of space and charm. The preservation of original features, like the exposed cruck frame and ancient stonework, enhances the historic character. The house boasts a wealth of versatile living spaces. The formal lounge is to the left of the entrance hall, and is a large room brimming with period features. Exposed beams run across the ceiling and walls, and windows on both sides bathe the room in natural light. This spacious room is perfect for relaxation or entertaining. Open to the entrance hall on the other side is the snug, which exudes a cosy, intimate atmosphere. The wood-burning stove in this room makes it an ideal retreat during winter, perfect for quiet evenings. At this side of the house there is a bathroom with a shower on the ground floor, making it ideal for those needing downstairs accommodation or to run as a bed and breakfast business as the current owners have done. At the rear of the home, an expansive lounge/family room with stunning exposed ceiling beams overlooks the garden. This room combines comfort with a grand sense of space, offering a perfect room for the family or entertaining guests. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, with a combination of handmade cabinets, oak worktops, and vaulted beamed ceilings. The spacious layout allows room for a large dresser and additional seating, making it both functional and charming. Flowing from the kitchen is the dining room, another breath-taking space with a vaulted section showcasing the exposed underside of the thatch, and original timber cladding to one wall. This room is steeped in history, and is ideal for hosting dinners and enjoying family meals. In addition, the home benefits from a utility room, complete with a sink and room for both a washing machine and tumble dryer. A second bathroom on the ground floor, featuring a bath, WC, and sink, adds convenience and enhances the home's suitability for large families or guests. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms. The generously sized main bedroom offers a full wall of built-in wardrobes, ensuring plenty of storage while maintaining the room’s character. There are two additional double bedrooms, one of which also includes a large built-in wardrobe. A further single bedroom offers flexibility, serving as a child’s room, guest room, or office. The rear garden is a tranquil, secluded haven, enjoying a view of the church tower of St Mary the Virgin Church, providing a stunning and unique backdrop. The garden has been thoughtfully redesigned, featuring a large patio terrace with seating areas on both ends, perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing. The raised lawn is bordered by mature shrubs and plants, enhancing the cottage’s natural beauty. Additionally, the garden includes a log store and gated side access leading to the front. A fabulous feature of this home is the bothy, a charming outbuilding in the garden. With its exposed brick chimney breast and old fashioned wood-burning stove, this space has been converted into a home office, offering a peaceful retreat for work or creative pursuits. Michaelmas Cottage is an exquisite blend of old-world charm and modern convenience. Its spacious layout, combined with historical features makes it a unique and warm family home. Whether as a permanent residence or a picturesque country retreat, this cottage offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the best of English village life. The Vendors Love - "The moment you step over the threshold, the cottage seems to welcome you - it has such a lovely vibe. This is commented on by all of our guests. Watching the bell tower turn the softest of pinks in the evening sun, it is truly beautiful accompanied by bird song. Evening drinks in the garden often include fly pasts by barn owls and bats. Having been lucky enough to have had this Tardis of a cottage as our base for our growing family, the spaciousness of the rooms can often be taken for granted, as their versatility knows no bounds. Over the years, all of the rooms have changed their initial purpose to suit the needs and whims of our family. Michaelmas Cottage has given us the most pleasure in the 8 years that we have been custodians of this cottage which oozes history from the rafters." Kim Loves - "Michaelmas Cottage exudes timeless charm, making it the quintessential country retreat. Rich in historic features, this exceptional home is set to become a truly special haven for its future owners" Area - Situated on the edge of the beautiful Pewsey Vale, Upavon has excellent facilities including two pubs; the Antelope Inn and The Ship both offering food, drinks and a friendly atmosphere, a village shop with post office, doctors' surgery, the village hall which is community hub for events, village church, recreation ground with children’s play area and a golf club. The larger town of Pewsey is just four miles away, which has a good range of shops and services including the mainline railway station which goes into London Paddington in just over one hour. The bustling market towns of Devizes and Marlborough are both a short drive away and provide further amenities. A regular bus service ensures that Upavon is well-connected to the surrounding towns and villages. Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage. LPG fired central heating | Church Wayleave - there is a £50 per annum charge to the parish council to use the footpath to the side gate. Note - Works completed by current owners | Completely re-thatched and ridged, and new porch hood in 2023 | Updated wiring for internet (RJ45/CAT5) to the dining room and bothy | New boiler in 2023 | Damp proofing (including bothy) | Landscaping of garden Council Tax Band: E | EPC Rating: E AGENT ID CODE 4111