Copperfield House

1-3 Old School Lane, Blakesley, Northamptonshire, NN12 8RS

Offers In Excess

£900,000

Property Highlights

19th century part brick part stone property
Five double bedrooms
Four reception rooms
Three bathrooms
Kitchen/breakfast room
Off street parking and garage
Range of outbuildings with storage, office, workshop and shower room
Plot of approximately 1.15 acres

Property description

A 19th century brick under slate five bedroom property standing on a plot of approximately 1.15 acres with south facing gardens and outbuildings incorporating garages and an office.

The property has over 2,630 sq. ft. of versatile accommodation. There is a dining hall with a flagstone floor and a wood burning stove, a dual aspect sitting room which also has a wood burning stove, a study and a conservatory. The ground floor also has an open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room with an adjoining utility room, and a cloakroom. On the first floor there are five double bedrooms (one of which is accessed via another bedroom). There are two en suite shower rooms and a family bathroom. There is gated access at the side leading to the driveway which provides off street parking, in addition to the open fronted garage. There are also store rooms, a work shop, an office and a shower room leading off the garage. There is a current planning consent which was granted on 31st December 2018 for a single storey rear extension and outdoor swimming pool.

Kitchen/Breakfast/Family Room

The open plan kitchen, breakfast room and family room are connected by wide openings and French doors give access to the garden allowing a free flow through the space for modern family life. There is oak flooring throughout. The kitchen has a range of base and wall units with oak and granite work surfaces incorporating a double Butler sink. Appliances include a freestanding Rangemaster dual fuel (LPG) range cooker and an integrated dishwasher.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

The master bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and a three piece en suite with a double shower. Bedroom two also has an en suite shower room, and is accessed via bedroom three which could alternatively be used as a dressing room or sitting room. There are two further double rooms overlooking the front. The family bathroom has a three piece suite with a bath with a shower attachment.

Outside

The 1.15 acres plot includes an area of paddock. The formal gardens include a paved terrace for outside dining, and lawns with established beds and borders, and several mature trees interspersed. In addition to the outbuildings already described, there is a detached summerhouse which is used as a games room.

Schooling and Situation

The primary school in the village is rated outstanding by Ofsted and the property is in the catchment for Sponne School which is also rated as outstanding. Other local schools include Quinton House, Northampton High School, Northampton School for Boys, Stowe School, Beachborough School and Winchester House School. The village has a village hall, church, post office/store and a public house.

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