Today, I’m in Dauntsey Lock, one of the few places in Wiltshire where house prices are on the up. In fact, the average property here has increased by £63 each and every day over the last year.

The property I am visiting is a new build, freshly completed with a 10 year NHBC warranty. Arranged in an L-shape, on an elevated plot of over 0.4 acres, this family home has been designed to really make the most of the surrounding countryside views.

Walking under the oak storm porch and in through the front door, I am met by a huge hallway with a neat WC tucked under bespoke stairs. Turning left, the dual aspect sitting room offers a huge amount of light, space and views. To the rear of the room, a wall of windows with French doors open on to a sunny terrace.

Across the hallway, a study – which could double up as a snug or playroom – and next, a separate dining room. Occupying its own wing of the house is a simply colossal kitchen/breakfast room, again with double doors to the terrace. The handmade kitchen, with a handy island has beautiful painted shaker style cabinets in pale and dark grey, that are as elegant as they are functional. Just off this wonderful family room is a useful utility/boot room with rear access.

Upstairs, there are five double bedrooms, with the master bedroom benefitting from both a bath and shower, as well as stunning views. There is a guest en suite, with a fresh shower room as well as a good sized family bathroom.

Outside, the wraparound gardens have been hard landscaped and seeded. While a three bay open barn and hard standing offers ample parking for multiple vehicles.

Hillside House is brought to market by Blount & Maslin at a guide price of £675,000. To find out more, or to arrange a viewing, call 01666 825725 or visit their website at www.blount-maslin.co.uk.