4 bed cottage for sale

Northampton Road, Yardley Hastings, Northampton NN7

House with detached annexe ideal for A relative, running A business from home/office, airbnb, etc (has previously been a successful B&B)

Occupying a highly sought-after position in the heart of the picturesque Northamptonshire village of Yardley Hastings, this charming three-bedroom semi-detached period cottage offers character, flexibility and an exceptional lifestyle opportunity. A particular highlight is the self-contained one-bedroom detached annexe, previously run successfully as a B&B, making the property ideal for multi-generational living, home working, guest accommodation or potential Airbnb income.

The main cottage effortlessly blends period charm with modern living, featuring an attractive stone exterior and a warm, welcoming interior. Inside are two well-proportioned reception rooms, perfect for everyday living and entertaining, both enhanced by a range of appealing period features.

On the ground floor, there are two reception rooms and a downstairs bathroom. The stylish and well-appointed kitchen opens into a conservatory, which offers excellent scope to be reconfigured into a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, subject to the necessary consents.

Upstairs, the cottage provides three comfortable bedrooms, with one bedroom currently used as a home office, ideal for modern working requirements.

Outside, the property enjoys a good-sized, quintessentially British cottage garden, laid mainly to lawn with established borders and beds, along with the benefit of three garden sheds providing useful storage.

Further enhancing the appeal is the separate detached annexe, comprising a self-contained one-bedroom layout. This versatile space is perfectly suited for a dependent relative, older child, home office, guest accommodation or rental use, significantly broadening the property’s appeal.

Set within the desirable village of Yardley Hastings, the home enjoys a peaceful setting while remaining conveniently located for local amenities, Northampton, Olney, and excellent road links. Rarely available, this charming and adaptable property offers an outstanding opportunity to enjoy village life with flexibility for a range of lifestyles.

Location: Yardley Hastings

Yardley Hastings is a charming village situated approximately 8 miles southeast of Northampton, with several large towns within a 15-mile radius, including Wellingborough, Milton Keynes, and Bedford. The M1 motorway is easily accessible, with the closest junction just 9 miles away. Northampton offers excellent rail connections, with direct services to London Euston (under an hour) and Birmingham (1 hour 10 minutes). Additionally, both Bedford and Wellingborough stations offer services to London St Pancras, with journey times of around 45 minutes.

The village is well-equipped with a range of amenities, making it an ideal place to live. It boasts a thriving primary school and nursery, as well as the award-winning Rose and Crown pub, which is well-regarded by locals and does one of the best Sunday roasts in the area. The active Memorial Hall hosts a variety of clubs and events for residents of all ages. There is an Art centre which is very popular and St Andrew’s church plus a thriving friendly community.

For everyday convenience, in the vicinity there are local shops including a convenience store, hairdresser, farm shop, and dessert shop. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the stunning country walks and opportunities for open-water swimming nearby. The rural shopping yard at Castle Ashby offers boutique shopping, while the recently restored Falcon Hotel provides acclaimed fine dining, yoga classes, massage treatments, and a range of wellness offerings

Conservatory (13'5" x 8'6", 4.09m x 2.59m)

Enter via a double glazed door into the conservatory/garden room entrance with laminate flooring and electric storage heater. Windows to two sides with plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. There is an opportunity to repurpose this space to integrate it further into cottage. Subject to planning

Kitchen (10'11" x 9'11", 3.33m x 3.02m)

A range of floor and eye-level Shaker style kitchen units with matching worktops. Inset porcelain sink with drainer and mixer taps with a Quooker hot water tap. Freestanding electric cooker and plumbing for dishwasher. Dual aspect double glazed windows to rear and side and quarry tiled flooring and complimentry wall tiling

Sitting Room (13'1" x 10'11", 3.99m x 3.33m)

A cosy, warm space with a feature open fireplace, original ceiling beams.

Double glazed window to the rear aspect and a window seat. Carpeted

Dining Room (13'1" x 9'5", 3.99m x 2.87m)

Under-stairs opening with shelving and ceiling spotlighting with original ceiling beams. Double glazed window to the front aspect and glazed window overlooking the garden room. Carpeted

Entrance Hall

Rear hallway with a door Into the garden room and double glazed window to the rear aspect. Stairs rising to the first floor and a built-in storage cupboard

Bathroom (8'9" x 8'6", 2.67m x 2.59m)

Three-piece suite comprising a WC, pedestal wash-basin and a bath with electric shower over. Fully tiled walls and flooring, double glazed window to front aspect and an electric storage heater

Bedroom (13'9" x 12'2", 4.19m x 3.71m)

Carpeted spacious master bedroom with double glazed window to the front aspect, original ceiling beams and door to;

Ensuite (10'6" x 8'6", 3.2m x 2.59m)

En-suite/ dressing room with a range of built-in wardrobes with double glazed window to the rear aspect and a three-piece suite comprising a WC, wash basin and a walk-in shower cubicle

Bedroom (13'1" x 8'3", 3.99m x 2.51m)

Built-in storage cupboard, original ceiling beams and electric storage heater. Double glazed window to the side aspect. Carpeted

Bedroom (9'6" x 9'0", 2.9m x 2.74m)

A single bedroom currently used as an office. Electric storage heater, loft access and original ceiling beams, carpeted. Double glazed window to the rear aspect

Entrance Hall

Enter via a double glazed door into the entrance hallway with a double glazed window to the front aspect, electric radiator

Living Room (11'7" x 9'10", 3.53m x 3m)

Self contained kitchen and lounge with a range of floor and eye-level units with matching worktops and complementary tiling. Built-in electric oven and a single bowl sink with space for a fridge. Carpeted. Two double glazed windows to the front aspect with sliding patio doors leading into the conservatory

Conservatory (11'9" x 6'6", 3.58m x 1.98m)

Double glazed garden room/potting shed with a door leading to the rear gardens with stone flooring

Bedroom (9'10" x 9'10", 3m x 3m)

A double bedroom with carpets and room for a chair and other furniture. Double glazed windows to the front aspect, loft access and double glazed patio doors leading to the rear garden

Shower Room (7'11" x 6'7", 2.41m x 2.01m)

Three piece suite comprising a WC, pedestal wash basin and a walk-in shower cubicle with obscure double glazed window to the rear aspect and upright electric chrome towel radiator. Built-in storage cupboard with tiling