5 bed detached house for sale

Edgell Cottage, Stanford On Avon, Northampton NN6

A particularly impressive property, full of character with extensive accommodation including a fantastic open plan kitchen. There is the benefit of a large garden and superb rural views.

Edgell cottage stands on the edge of this attractive village surrounded by glorious parkland. Constructed of Hornton stone under a thatch roof and with pretty stone mullions windows, the property dates back to the early 1920s. The character of the property perfectly blends with the modern presentation. As well as a large kitchen with 3 reception rooms, there is also a large family/games room with separate access. There are 5 bedrooms in total in the main house with a guest house offering additional bedroom accommodation. The garden extends away to the south of the property backing onto open countryside. This is a truly peaceful and private setting.

Ground floor
• Timber porch leading to a central reception entrance hall
• Fantastic kitchen with pantry and large central island
• Kitchen opens into a timber framed garden room with wonderful views
• Cosy snug off the kitchen which would also make an ideal playroom
• Formal sitting room with attractive fireplace and painted ceiling timbers
• Large dining room with space for a seating area and attractive bay window
• Separate utility / laundry room with external access
• Two Cloakrooms
• Superb family / games room with separate access

First floor
• Principal bedroom with lovely views, great storage and en suite bathroom
• Guest bedroom with en suite shower room
• 3 further bedrooms
• Family shower room
• In total, five bathrooms

Annexe
• Separate guest annexe
• Attractive bedroom with oak flooring
• Well-appointed shower room

Gardens and grounds
• Secure plot behind electric gates
• Gravel drive leading to large parking area as well as timber car port
• Formal gardens to the front of the property with clipped topiary
• Delightful rear garden mainly laid to lawn backing onto open countryside
• Large terrace with Indian sandstone, beautifully positioned to make the most of the views
• Completely private and peaceful
• In total approximately 0.79 acres

Situation
Stanford-on-Avon is a medieval village surrounded by glorious rolling countryside and
attractive parkland. A prominent feature of the area is the impressive Stanford Hall with stunning parkland extending to circa 700 acres. The undulating parkland and countryside surrounding Edgell Cottage and the village are protected due to being a scheduled ancient monument.

Although a rural and peaceful village, Stanford is close to a superb road and rail network with the A14, M1 and M6 all within easy reach. The excellent rail network includes mainline train stations in Rugby, Long Buckby and Market Harborough with direct services to London taking approximately 60 minutes.

There are some great village amenities in Crick which is just a few miles away to include a small supermarket, coffee shop, butchers and post office. For further shopping and leisure facilities, Rugby, Lutterworth and Market Harborough are within easy reach.

There is a choice of primary schools in Yelvertoft, South Kilworth and Swinford with secondary education in Houlton. In addition are several independent schools including Spratton Hall, Princethorpe and Rugby.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Oil, mains water, electric and private drainage are believed to be connected to the property. None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

If the private drainage system requires updating/replacement, it is assumed that prior to offers being made, associated costs have been considered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations, no further information will be provided by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps (data taken from on 02/09/2025). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from on 02/09/2025). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by private treaty method however the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
Daventry District Council
Council Tax Band G

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – NN6 6JR
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