3 bed country house for sale

Stable Lane, Pitsford Northampton NN6

A stunning superbly located property of distinction with circa 1372 sq ft of period character stable block conversion plus circa 300sq ft garage set in an exclusive village location, offering spacious and light, versatile modern family living with access to beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and Pitsford reservoir nearby.

The stable block was originally built circa 1901 as part of Pitsford Hall Manor House estate (now Pitsford School) with a prominent and rich history, subsequently converted into the current domestic format in 1994.

'Selwyn' has been thoughtfully designed and tastefully updated offering bright versatile, modern family living in a terraced format which briefly comprises; a main entrance hallway, kitchen, lounge, dining room, downstairs WC, three double bedrooms with an en-suite shower room to the master, a main family bathroom, double garage, a private courtyard style garden, another private landscaped garden with off-road parking, and communal use of the beautiful main central courtyard accessible through the stunning main entrance archway or through the side alleyway to the front door of the house.

The property is "terraced" being connected on both sides as part of the original structure and benefits from a superb position within the small exclusive complex. Benefits also include gas central heating, double glazing and loft storage.

On the approach to the property via a private road with a quiet and safe feel, there is private off road parking as well as an additional communal parking area, a double garage with two separate up and over garage doors ideal for storage with power and light (and potential to convert STPP). Access can be made either through the front private courtyard garden into the kitchen, the main central courtyard through the main arch or a side access alleyway into the main entrance hall of the house, and the rear garden from the parking area into the lounge. The rear private courtyard has a pedestrian gate, hard landscaping and a covered seating area, power and a water point with access to the kitchen door and a pedestrian door to the rear of the garage.

The main entrance hallway has stairs leading to the first floor with under stairs storage and a good sized downstairs WC with hand wash basin and a separate side storage cupboard with louver vented door.

The kitchen has a range of modern base and wall mounted units, granite effect work surfaces and a stylish white ceramic sink unit, feature wall mounted radiator, electric hob and ovens, plumbed for a dishwasher and washing machine with a door leading out onto the garage court yard garden and a view from the kitchen sink window of the communal courtyard.

The main lounge is spacious and light, It has a lovely bright and homely feel with a fully fitted carpet. With dual aspect, chimney breast with a large window to the front, there is a large double glazed door leading out onto the landscaped garden and parking area.

The main dining room on the ground floor is presented with a distinguished feel and is also a good size with a lovely view of the main central courtyard area.

On the first floor there is a elegant dual aspect master bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, Velux window, built in bespoke "Sharps" wardrobes, an additional storage cupboard and a modern recently fully fitted en-suite shower room with feature herringbone ceramic tiling, overhead rain shower, feature towel rail WC, Velux window and hand wash basin.

There are two further luxurious feeling double bedrooms and a main family bathroom with a beautiful recently fitted modern bathroom suite with a bath and detachable shower head unit. There is loft hatch access and an airing storage cupboard on the main first floor landing with a Worcester Bosch gas central heating boiler.

Outside, the private hard landscaped access garden has a covered seating area, herringbone block paved area, gravel and paved pedestrian access, water and power point with access to the kitchen door. The main rear private garden has been landscaped with herringbone paved access to the lounge door, mature specimen shrubs and planting around with a lawn area and concealed bin storage area, a wooden garden shed, power point and off road parking to the side.

Pitsford reservoir is within easy walking distance, either through the village or using paths across the fields. The location is ideal for dog owners and people who enjoy the great outdoors and stunning countryside walks.

As a rural village it is not likely to see any large scale housing developments as much of the land owned by Moulton College is used for agricultural purposes. Much of the immediate land is a conservation area, preventing construction within the village boundaries or on the outskirts.

The property is part of a communal courtyard incorporating 8 properties with a lovely central garden area, it provides the option for enjoying the company of neighbours if occasional socialising is favourable. The design orientation and features of the property also provides excellent privacy. The service charge for the upkeep of the communal areas managed in house by a small dedicated management company is understood to be currently £100 per quarter.

An historic building with links to the Royal Family. In the twentieth century Pitsford Hall belonged to the Drummond family (prosperous bankers whose emblem, the griffin, can be seen around the estate and in the village like the local pub), who were close friends of the Royal Family and in the 1930s, Edward VIII and George, Duke of York (later George VI) were regular guests, boasting their own luxury rooms in the Hall for when they visited. As a girl, the future Elizabeth II was also a regular visitor, along with her sister Princess Margaret, worshipping in the beautiful and very close parish church, learning to ride on the top lawn of Pitsford Hall.

Located in the heart of Pitsford village between Brixworth and Moulton close to Pitsford reservoir. Pitsford is a jewel of a village in the heart of the stunning Northamptonshire countryside. 5 minutes from Moulton College which has public leisure facilities, gym and swimming pool. 10 minutes to the local pub and primary school. Pitsford is also close to Brixworth village which has important history both ancient and modern with a vibrant, bustling feel and a high quality selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. The property is also close to playing fields in Pitsford and to Brixworth Cricket Club, Brixworth Country Park and Pitsford reservoir with its sailing club, 7 mile circular route and stunning sunsets making it perfect for cycling, dog walking, running, wild swimming, fishing and water sports.

Ideal for London commuting it provides excellent access to the A43, A45, A14, M1, M6 and M11. Northampton train station is 6.7 miles (14mins) for efficient commuting into London Euston. Transport links also include the A508 Market Harborough Road, 5 minutes to Kingsthorpe shops, 20 minutes to Market Harborough, 15 minutes to the A14 and there is a good bus service.

Schools locally include Pitsford Independent School (Pitsford Hall), Pitsford Primary School, Bosworth School, Northampton School for Boys, Northampton School for Girls, Northampton Academy, Moulton School and Science College.

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