2016 has been something of a ‘stuttering’ Stop-Go year for the local property market. The early months showed signs of promise with good buyer and seller activity whilst not actually delivering many firm sales. Early summer was much busier although the progress of on-going sales was frustratingly protracted by long delays with Local Authority Searches. Things came to a halt briefly at the end of June with the unexpected European Referendum result, London, an important source of buyers, being particularly affected. The local market has however remained resilient and trade has remained robust from mid-summer deep into the autumn/early winter period.

This is the time of year when property instructions tend to drop off, agents’ listings start to empty and ready purchasers feel ever more frustrated. There has been a distinct lack of available property this year, especially since the Brexit vote and there are an awful lot of buyers who have secured sales earlier in the year, but can’t find their next move.

Market conditions apart, however, November through to March are often seen as the quiet months of the year for the property market. There is no particular rationale for this, given the unbroken demand from buyers, but grey skies, bare trees and bracing winds will invariably influence the actions of those who are planning to sell. Unless you have to, why not wait until the spring?

The property market, though, does soldier on. Under some circumstances there is little choice as to when to sell a property so these are the houses that come to the market, but it can also be a perfect time of year to quietly float a marketing campaign without full exposure. There is no measurement of how many deals are softly concluded in this way; the majority will be at the top end of the market, but in the middle market we are certainly no strangers to arranging a deal from the bottom drawer. Indeed, this winter we have been instructed to quietly promote a number of houses, without open marketing, but simply by offering them to those buyers who we know would be interested.

Success in these sales ultimately relies on the buyer. If they are motivated enough to register with us then they will be in the frame to receive confidential information; if not then how will they ever know? We are fortunate enough to be well known for covering the Salisbury valleys to the west, as well as further afield, so keen buyers will invariably get in touch with us and our register is currently splitting at the seams – which makes selling property under the covers so much more straightforward. No advertising, no property portals and little fuss.

We don’t have a crystal ball and 2017 will no doubt be a hesitant year, but at least we know that vendors are speaking to us about marketing their properties either quietly now, or openly in the spring and with the buyers that we have on our books our market must remain resilient.

Wylye is a village and civil parish on the River Wylye approximately 9 miles northwest of Salisbury and a similar distance southeast of Warminster.  The hamlet of Deptford is included in the civil parish as was the small village of Fisherton de la Mere in 1934.

St Mary the Virgin

The Church of England parish church St Mary the virgin is Grade II listed.  The church has 13th century origins but was rebuilt in 1846 to designs of T H Wyatt and D Brandon.

Bathampton House

Bathampton House is a Grade II listed country house built in 1694 for Francis Perkins and the Mompesson family and altered in the 1760’s for William Moody.  The house is on the site of the earlier Mompesson Manor House.  The Mompesson town house can be found in Salisbury Close.

Fishing

The river Wylye is a classic southern England chalk stream; champagne clear water flowing over gravel.  It is, quite naturally,  popular with anglers keen on fly fishing.

Walking

Short and long distance walks are very popular in Wylye with stunning scenery through the chalk downs and water meadows.   Maps which can be downloaded from the Internet or contact the walking groups in the area.  There are several pubs in the area for refreshments either during or at the end of the walks.

East Knoyle is a village and civil parish in Wiltshire.

The village lies just west of the A350 approximately 9 miles south of Warminster and 5 miles north from Shaftesbury in Dorset.  It is perhaps best known as the birthplace and family home of Sir Christopher Wren who is commemorated on a stone alongside the main road and described as a Mathematician, Architect and Patriot.

The parish includes the hamlets of Milton, Holloway Underhill, Upton and The Green.

East Knoyle was part of the Ancient Hundred of Downton and unusually for England the parish registers survive dating from 1538 and which are housed in the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre.

St Mary’s Church

The Church of England parish church St Mary’s was began before 1066 (the Norman Conquest) and is Grade I listed.  Pevsner described its chancel as “Norman in its bones” and wrote that it’s 17th century plaster decoration a “surprise and delight” …and “that it ought to be the purpose of a visit from every Wiltshire tourist”.

Clouds House

Clouds House is Grade II listed country house northwest of the village . It was built in 1886-91 to designs of Philip Webb for Percy Wyndham and is one of Webbs grandest designs.

Village Life in East Knoyle

The village has a thriving community with activities such as book and gardening clubs, bell ringing, choir,  art and theatre groups, moviola, Royal British Legion (ladies and gentlemen).

There is a village hall complete with medieval hall and kitchen which can be hired for events and celebratory occasions.  The village has a community owned village shop and post office (Wrens shop) which was opened on 2006 by author Terry Pratchett.

The Fox and Hounds pub

A country 15th century thatched pub with open fires, magnificent picturesque view over the Blackmore Vale together and a warm welcome.  Fresh local produce and a fantastic menu with daily specials.  Wines and local ales are available and special gluten free meals can be catered for.

Property for Sale in East Knoyle

If you are looking for property for sale in East Knoyle then contact us. We have many listings in the area and will be sure to help you find your perfect rural home.

West Knoyle is a small village and civil parish in Southwest England, close to the southern edge of Salisbury plain. The village is 2.5 miles east of Mere and 8 miles south of Warminster. The A303 trunk road passes about 0.75 miles north of the village.

The Monarchs Way long distance footpath passes through the village. Mackintosh Davidson Wood or Hang Wood to the southeast is a 20.3 hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest, notified in 1986. This beautiful, varied wood is a mixture of newly planted areas and ancient semi-natural woodland (more than 400 years). Fields, rides, glades and open areas add variety and increase wildlife habitat. There is information at the site and is well worth a visit.

Bush Farm Bison Centre

Take a tour and see the Bison, Elk, Raccoons, Guanaco and chipmunks. There are 30 acres of oak woodland walks with secret gardens together with picnic and play areas to enjoy. There is a museum and a display of Native American art and artefacts. Try the restaurant for refreshments and light meals or the shop where you can buy bison or elk meat. Have a go at making your own bison burgers as enjoyed by the BBC film crew who visited here to film Countryfile.

Property for sale in West Knoyle

If you are looking for property for sale in West Knoyle then contact us. We have many listings in the area and will be sure to help you find your perfect rural home.