Drum House

Built in 2010, Drum House is a rare and substantial country property of considerable elegance and versatility, set in the deeply coveted Vale of Wardour, within the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape. Set amidst the rolling countryside near Tisbury and New Wardour Castle, the property offers just over 7,500 sq ft of accommodation, across three distinct elements - the Main House, a self- contained Cottage and a magnificent Barn formerly called the Guildhall. This is a property of breadth and ambition, equally positioned for family living, multi-generational occupation or to suit a discerning buyer seeking a significant rural retreat with outstanding ancillary potential. Drum House itself is an exceptional family home that combines modern craftsmanship with the elegance and proportions of a traditional country house. The house offers beautifully designed living spaces, filled with natural light and thoughtfully arranged for both family life and entertaining. Meticulously finished throughout by a leading interior designer, it blends sophisticated interiors, high-quality materials and modern technology with beautifully landscaped gardens, creating a home of remarkable comfort, style and practicality. Drum House is arranged over three floors and immediately impresses with the generosity of its proportions. The ground floor is arranged around a welcoming Entrance Hall, from which the principal reception rooms radiate with ease. The Drawing Room is a room of real distinction - a space designed for both intimate gatherings and effortless entertaining. The Family Room, again with a working fireplace, offers a more domestic counterpoint, while the Study provides a quiet sanctuary for those working from home. A large family kitchen - set off to one side - comfortably seats ten and is perfectly suited to both informal and formal entertaining. The bespoke fittings are by Wardour Workshop Ltd, built in nearby Semley, and, along with an Aga, are complemented by a Scullery and a generous Utility Room, giving the serious cook every practical advantage. The first floor delivers five well- proportioned bedrooms, arranged around a handsome gallery-style landing. The principal bedroom, complete with fitted wardrobes, enjoys double aspect views overlooking the garden to the landscape beyond, while all the other bedrooms offer excellent family or guest accommodation, each of a comfortable and usable size. The second floor provides further flexibility with a substantial sixth bedroom, together with a Laundry Room, a Store, a Plant Room and a water tank, all of which reflect the thoughtful organisation and practical functionality of the house throughout. The Guildhall This purpose-built hall, used by the nearby Wardour Estate as a place of entertainment and recreation for the estate workers, is without question one of the most exciting elements of this remarkable property. Arranged over ground, first and mezzanine floors, it has been configured to provide a wealth of flexible space that will lend itself equally to the requirements of a creative studio, a business enterprise, overflow guest accommodation or leisure use. The ground floor includes an impressive room at 26’10” x 24’3” square feet, along with a kitchen, hall and two substantial reception or living spaces. The first floor provides a Bedroom, a Living Room and a generous circulation space, whilst two mezzanine levels add further character and possibility. The Cottage The self-contained Cottage provides an entirely independent and charming annexe. On the ground floor a Living Room, Kitchen with Larder and Utility Room provide comfortable everyday living, while the first and second floors accommodate two well- sized bedrooms. The Cottage presents an obvious opportunity as a holiday let, guest accommodation or permanent home for extended family, all whilst maintaining complete privacy from the main house. Gardens and Grounds The gardens at Drum House are a particularly attractive feature of the property, combining mature planting with a relaxed and natural character. An established orchard, of gnarled apple trees, provides dappled shade across a meadow left deliberately long, where bluebells and wild iris grow amongst the grass. A mown path leads through the orchard, past hawthorn blossom, towards the honey-stone façade of the house, framed by clipped yew and a series of well-defined hedged garden rooms. The walled kitchen garden offers a more productive space while retaining its considerable charm. A Victorian-style glasshouse, constructed in painted cream timber and glass, sits amongst gravel paths and raised beds edged in weathered oak. Hazel wigwams provide support for climbing beans, while terracotta pots, gathered around the greenhouse, reflect the garden’s practical and well-used nature. A wooden table and folding chair create an inviting spot from which to enjoy and appreciate this peaceful part of the garden.