Yew Tree Cottage

Situated in Bishopstrow, with picturesque views north over the
Warminster Downs. Yew Tree Cottage offers a rare opportunity to
acquire a cottage with land and equestrian facilities with great outriding
on the outskirts of the popular town of Warminster. The thatched
cottage offers three bedrooms, living room, kitchen/dining room, larder
and a porch, and would benefit from some internal modernization.
There is potential to extend to the rear, subject to planning permission.

Total about 4.9 acres

SITUATION
Warminster 1.8 miles, A303(Deptford) 8.5 miles, Bath 18.5 miles,
Salisbury 19 miles
Mainline Train Services: Warminster to London/Waterloo 120 minutes.
International Airports: Bristol 42 miles, Southampton 44 miles.

Yew Tree Cottage is situated in a delightful setting on the banks of the
river Wylye in the village of Bishopstrow, which itself is in Wylye Valley
on the south eastern side of the market town of Warminster. The village
benefits from a village hall, parish church, local cricket ground and
The Bishopstrow Hotel and Spa with indoor/outdoor pools, gym and
spa. The property enjoys good communication links with London by
train (Warminster station 1.8 miles). The nearby A36 (2 miles) provides
ready access to Salisbury and Bath, and to the A303 connecting to
London & the West Country

EDUCATION
As well as the local Wylye Valley C of E Primary School,
there is a good range of schools: Warminster and Kingdown in
Warminster, easily reachable: Dauntsey`s, Godolphin, Stonar, South
Wilts Grammar, Hazelgrove Prep School, and the international
Bishopstrow College. Further details for independents can be obtained
from isc.co.uk or via

LOCAL, SPORTING & RECREATIONAL
The town of Warminster benefits from
a number of excellent shopping facilities, three supermarkets including
a Waitrose, schooling and a wide range of other amenities which
include doctors` and dentists` surgeries, cottage hospital, theatre,
and library. The railway station has a regular service to Salisbury then
direct to London Waterloo, or to Bath, Bristol, and South Wales. Good
walking, riding and cycling opportunities abound: within minutes from
the property you are on the downs where there are many miles of
walks over Salisbury Plain and surrounding hills. Golf can be enjoyed
at West Wilts & Erlestoke Clubs and Warminster Golf club. Sailing and
water sports are available on the south coast within 40 minutes` drive.
Horseracing is at Newbury & Salisbury. Fishing can be enjoyed on
the River Wylye: sailing and fishing on Shearwater lake on licence via
private clubs and organisations. See www. Wiltshire.gov.uk for further
information.

YEW TREE COTTAGE
Situated in Bishopstrow, with picturesque views north over the
Warminster Downs. Yew Tree Cottage offers a rare opportunity to
acquire a cottage with land and equestrian facilities with great outriding
on the outskirts of the popular town of Warminster. The thatched
cottage offers three bedrooms, living room, kitchen/dining room, larder
and a porch, and would benefit from some internal modernization.
There is potential to extend to the rear, subject to planning permission.
The accommodation comprise:
• Porch
• Kitchen/ Dining room
• Larder
• Living room
• Cloakroom
• Bathroom
• Hallway
• Three bedrooms

GARDEN
The cottage is accessed from a no-through road, with a driveway that
provides plenty of space for parking. The garden sits to the rear of the
cottage, which is south facing and enjoys views down towards the
stables. At the far end of the garden is a footprint from an previous outbuilding, beyond
this is a gate leading to the stable yard.
• Driveway with parking for
several vehicles
• South facing garden
• Outbuildings

EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES
The stable yard sits beyond the garden, with a separate vehicular access.
Yew Tree Cottage stables are well-presented in an L shape with large
enclosed concrete yard. The super yard which is connected to mains
water and electricity offers six stables, tack room, feed room, and rug
room as well as an open hay store. All are of good size including a
larger corner stable. There is potential, subject to planning, to convert
part of the stables to a home office/studio.
• 5 stables
• Large concrete yard
• Tack room
• Feed room
• Rug room
• Hay store
• Mains electric
• Mains water

LAND
Beyond the stables, the chalk based, free draining land runs to the
south west. Currently split into several paddocks of well-established
pasture, the bottom paddock abuts the River Wylye.
• Chalk all-weather turn
out pen
• Chalk based grazing
• Well fenced paddocks
• Water
• River Wylye

Total about 4.9 acres

VIEWINGS
All viewings strictly by appointment through the agents
on . For further information or to book a
viewing please contact Rose Grant or email


AGENTS NOTES
Fox Grant and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations
or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a
fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon
as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The
text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not
be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Fox
Grant has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection
or otherwise.
Plans, Areas and Schedules These are for reference only.
Local Authority Wiltshire County Council Tel:
Council Tax Band C
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Band E
Services Mains water and electricity, Oil central heating – new boiler 2022. Shared septic
tank. The stables both water and electric will be on a sub-metre.
Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically by separate negotiation. The field shelter in the garden is not included.
Footpath There is a public footpath that crosses the land marked between FP – FP on the
sale plan. This is fenced out of the paddocks.
Right of Access The area marked with grey hatching is owned by the neighbouring
property, Yew Tree Cottage will have right of access for all purposes at all times.
Particulars Prepared in September 2022 by Rose Grant

Property Code
CV, SH, EQ, FL

Directions
From the A303 take the A36 towards Warminster. At the first roundabout
take the fourth exit to the B3414. Continue about 1.2 miles and then turn
left onto the lane, with the large sign for Yew Tree Farm. Almost immediately turn right and Yew Tree Cottage will be found ahead of you.

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Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.

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