Summary - 18, LUDGERSHALL ROAD, MARLBOROUGH, COLLINGBOURNE DUCIS SN8 3EJ
2 bed 2 bath Cottage
Characterful home with extensive grounds and conversion potential.
Two double bedrooms and two bathrooms in a period thatched cottage
Approximately 0.66 acres of private grounds with multiple outbuildings
Thatched roof — characterful but requires specialist maintenance and insurance
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated — expect higher heating costs
Main heating: electric storage heaters; not a modern central heating system
Medium flood risk for the area — investigate flood history and insurance
Village location with good primary schools, low crime and countryside access
Outbuildings offer conversion potential subject to planning permission
This attractive two-bedroom thatched cottage sits on approximately 0.66 acres of mature grounds, offering substantial outdoor space and a range of outbuildings with conversion potential (subject to planning). Characterful interiors include exposed beams, a cosy sitting room and a conservatory that overlooks the garden, making the home comfortable for everyday living while retaining period charm.
Buyers should note the property’s traditional construction: solid brick walls likely lack modern insulation and heating is by electric storage heaters, so energy running costs may be higher than newer homes. The thatched roof is a defining feature but requires specialist maintenance and can affect insurance and upkeep budgets. There is a medium risk of flooding for the location, which should be investigated prior to purchase.
The plot is the standout asset — very large, private and flexible for landscaping, hobby use or potential extension and outbuilding conversion (planning permission required). The cottage is in a quiet village setting with good local primary schools, low crime and countryside access, making it well suited to downsizers or buyers seeking lifestyle and land rather than a turnkey modern home.
Overall this is a characterful home with strong outdoor potential and clear renovation and running-cost considerations. For purchasers prepared to manage thatched-roof and solid-wall maintenance, the plot and setting deliver significant long-term opportunity.
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