£2,000,000 /Sale price

Southgate is an outstanding country residence offering substantial and beautifully arranged family accommodation, comprising a 5-6 bedroom main house, a separate three bedroom cottage and a studio annexe. Set within 5.03 acres of mature grounds, the property enjoys an impressive sense of seclusion.The principal house extends to 4,198 sq ft, arranged across three light-filled floors and served by two staircases. The reception hall, with its galleried landing, wood burning stove, and oak flooring, establishes the quality carried throughout the house. The interiors provide generous proportions creating a superb setting for both family life and entertaining.At the heart of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen includes a Mark Wilkinson dresser and high-end luxury Wolf, Sub Zero and Gaggenau appliances. The remaining reception rooms flow naturally, each benefiting from abundant natural light and views over the gardens. There are five to six well proportioned bedrooms and five ensuite bathrooms. The principal bedroom has a vaulted ceiling with Mark Wilkinson wardrobes and a galleried dressing area.Cottage: Further enhancing the appeal of Southgate is a detached three bedroom cottage, extending to 1,653 sq ft, for which the owners have secured planning permission for use as a holiday let. This presents a valuable opportunity for income generation or, alternatively, excellent ancillary accommodation for multigenerational living, guests or staff.Annexe: A separate self contained studio annexe offers yet more flexibility, complete with its own kitchen and shower room, ideal as a home office, creative studio or additional guest suite.Southgate also presents potential for further development, subject to the usual planning consents.The stunning, established gardens are predominantly laid to lawn, with mature hedging creating natural divisions alongside a variety of trees and shrubs. A large terrace runs along the rear of the house, enjoying views over the gardens and the countryside beyond. To the rear of the plot lies a paddock of approximately one acre, which benefits from a right of way leading to gated access at the northern end.Formerly the site of Manningford Nurseries, Southgate is a substantial family home situated on the edge of Manningford Abbots, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the heart of the Pewsey Vale.The area is renowned for its excellent educational offerings, with St Francis, Dauntsey’s and Marlborough College all within easy reach. The nearby bustling market town of Marlborough provides an array of shops, restaurants, cafes and cultural amenities, while the surrounding countryside offers superb walking, riding and outdoor pursuits.Pewsey 2 miles (London Paddington from 60 minutes), Marlborough 7 miles, M4 (J14) 19 miles, Andover 19 miles (London Waterloo from 70 minutes)Distances and times approximateServices: Mains electricity and water. Klargester Bio Disc system (house), separate septic tanks (cottage and annexe).Air source heating (house) with underfloor heating to the ground floor. Electric underfloor heating to all bath/shower rooms. Oil heating (cottage). Electric heating (annexe).Postcode: SN9 5PBWhat3words: ///streamers.storyline.sizing