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The current dwelling, formerly the
stables for Mompesson House, were converted in the early 1950s. You’ll find 53a ideally located close to
the North Gate and, as you might expect from its location, it also benefits from a breathtaking view of the Cathedral. From the outside, the south-facing
Grade-II house certainly ticks all the right boxes with its attractive mellow brick façade with stone mullion windows and quoins under a hipped tile roof. The graceful arched brickwork porch houses a lovely period fanlight along with the panelled front door. It’s like the fairytale symmetrical house a child would draw; except instead of the picket fence, you’ve got a much more de rigueur red brick wall topped with metal railings, behind which is a shallow forecourt – the ideal spot for climbers, pots and herbs. Previously owned by a London architect,
the inside of this house doesn’t disappoint either. Just off the entrance hall, the main
reception rooms – the drawing room to one side and the dining room to other – are both well proportioned being nearly 19ft and 17ft, respectively. The drawing room has an ornate carved fireplace with marble slips at its heart, while both rooms have cornicing and two huge windows which, being at the front of the house, beckon you to admire the enviable views of Choristers
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Green and the Cathedral. It also means both rooms feel incredibly light and airy. Across the hallway, at the back of the
house, are a study and a country style kitchen with natural wood, fitted units contrasting against a racing green tiled splash back, while a larder and rear lobby complete the ground floor. A staircase leads up from the hallway
to the first floor where you’ll find three bedrooms, all of which are at the front of the house – in prime position to open the curtains of a morning to drink in the view. There are also exposed beams adding to the charm and two of the three rooms are wonderfully spacious. The family bathroom and a separate loo – all important when it comes to the morning bathroom rush – are also on this floor. For those that love the location, but
could do with just a bit more space, 53a has that option covered, too. A hatch with a ladder up on the first floor gives access to a large attic with potential for a further bedroom and bathroom, subject, of course, to the necessary consents. And while 53a doesn’t have a garden, you
don’t really need one when you can sit on a bench on the green – maybe even lie on the grass in summer – and simply enjoy the fact that you’re lucky enough to have what must be the best view in the city. Pevsner revered it, Constable painted it – could you make your mark, too? SL
53a The Close Guide Price £850,000
(under offer at time of going to press) 3
bedrooms
2 1
Reception rooms + study Bathroom
Most sought after location in the city with potential to extend into the attic
Contact Savills Salisbury, Rolfes House, 60 Milford Street, Salisbury, 01722 426800;
savills.co.uk
(Left) The focal point of
the drawing room is the period carved fireplace with marble slips (Top)
The country style kitchen
with its natural wood fitted units and racing green tiled splash back (Bottom)
Both main reception
rooms benefit from being at the front of the house so that they can take
advantage of the view (Right) Sit on a bench
and admire the beauty of Salisbury Cathedral
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