20, HERMITAGE ROAD, BRAMPTON ASH, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, LE16 8PE PRICE GUIDE 1,250,000

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1 20, HERMITAGE ROAD, BRAMPTON ASH, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, LE16 8PE PRICE GUIDE 1,250,000

2 Enjoying delightful views over open countryside, a handsome 6 bedroomed Grade II Listed 18th Century stone and thatched detached former farmhouse of character with extensive outbuildings, swimming pool, tennis court and beautiful grounds of approximately 1.4 acres, located on the edge of the highly desirable north Northamptonshire village of Brampton Ash, only 4 miles from Market Harborough railway station. The Thatched House is believed to date back to circa 1672, formerly part of the Spencer Estate, and is built predominantly in Northamptonshire stone beneath a thatched roof fronted with a Georgian facade having twin bay windows, and has exceptionally spacious and versatile accommodation retaining a wealth of period features including five reception rooms, bespoke fitted breakfast kitchen, 6 double bedrooms and three bathrooms. The outbuildings and grounds form most attractive features of this fine country house, which are approached via a winding gravel driveway and courtyard, off which is a former stone built coach house which is currently used on the ground floor as a games room offering wonderful entertaining space, with a separate staircase rising to a large first floor flat with two reception areas. The Ostler's House is currently used as a workshop, to the rear of which is an impressive triple garage with plenty of parking to the front, integral shower room/w.c., and an external staircase rising to fantastic storage space above offering further potential. Delightful gardens located to the side and front of the property with extensive undulating lawned areas, beautifully stocked flower and shrub beds, patio and seating areas taking advantage of the wonderful views, outdoor heated swimming pool, tarmac tennis court, a summer house and potting shed. LOCATION The charming village of Brampton Ash is surrounded by some of north Northamptonshire's most attractive open countryside, with the church of St Mary the Virgin located on the edge of the village which is floodlit at night and can be seen for miles around the Welland Valley. The thriving town of Market Harborough lies some 4 miles west of the village, with its mainline rail services to London St Pancras in approximately one hour. Market Harborough has an excellent range of local shops, supermarkets, bars, restaurants, a theatre and leisure centre. VIEWINGS & DIRECTIONS Viewings should be arranged through the agents Andrew Granger & Company on From Market Harborough, proceed eastbound via St Mary's Road and Rockingham Road, passing over the A6 roundabout onto the A427 towards Corby, passing through the village of Dingley, and on reaching Brampton Ash, turn right into Hermitage Road, with the property located on the right hand side towards the edge of the village. ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL GROUND FLOOR ENTRANCE HALL 8'3" x 7'6" (2.51m x 2.29m) Multipaned glazed entrance door, paved flooring, exposed stone walls, built in corner cabinet, part glazed inner doors through to INNER HALL With radiator and recessed cupboard off. CLOAKROOM/W.C. Coloured suite comprising low flush w.c., wash hand basin, half tiled walls and flooring, radiator and built in cupboards. RECEPTION HALL 13'6" x 13'2" (4.11m x 4.01m) Distinctive arched window overlooking the gardens, illuminated display niche with wall cupboard beneath, range of built in cabinets, former brick fireplace, attractive staircase off with oak handrail and cupboard beneath, steps down to original hall with multipaned glazed entrance door and panelled doors off. DRAWING ROOM 14'7" x 15'0" (4.45m x 4.57m) Wide bay window to front with far reaching views over fields, sash windows, multipaned glazed side windows overlooking the gardens, attractive limestone fireplace with matching hearth and mantle, built in double cabinets to either side, dado rail with panelled beneath, picture rail and corniced ceiling. DINING ROOM 15'9" x 14'2" (4.80m x 4.32m) Wide bay window to front with far reaching views, feature fireplace with ornate wooden surround and mantle, part panelled walls, picture rail and cornicing, mirror backed arched recess. BREAKFAST KITCHEN 16'7" x 11'2" (5.05m x 3.40m) Recently re fitted to a high specification with an extensive range of base and wall cupboards, South African granite worktops, sink unit with chrome mixer tap over, integral dishwasher, Rangemaster cooker range, extractor hood over, tinted mirror fronted American style fridge/freezer with water cooler and ice maker, archway with oak framed folding doors opening into SITTING ROOM 15'4" x 9'4" (4.67m x 2.84m) With matching limestone flooring with underfloor heating, windows to two elevations, side door out, radiator and door leading through to the dining room. INNER HALL With entrance door, built in cloaks cupboard, quarry tiled flooring, access to cellar. UTILITY ROOM 10'2" x 13'0" (3.10m x 3.96m) White deep glazed Belfast sink with chrome mixer tap over, working surface, plumbing facilties for automatic washing machine, Worcester oil fired central heating boiler, cupboards and drawers, quarry tiled flooring and beams. FAMILY ROOM/BEDROOM 7 14'0" x 18'0" max (4.27m x 5.49m max) Multipaned glazed French double doors to courtyard, radiator and built in airing cupboard. SHOWER ROOM/W.C. With tiled shower area, fitted rail and curtain, wash hand basin, low flush w.c. and extractor fan. STUDY 19'3" x 10'2" (5.87m x 3.10m) With beam, multipaned glazed windows to three elevations, built in book shelving. FIRST FLOOR Approached via two staircases. CENTRAL LANDING Off the half landing, a door leads to

3 MASTER BEDROOM 16'10" x 19'2" (5.13m x 5.84m) Multipaned glazed windows to three elevations, attractive fireplace, extensive range of built in wardrobes, cupboards, corner dresser, desk, two radiators and views over the gardens and countryside beyond. EN SUITE BATHROOM Coloured suite comprising corner panelled bath, shower unit over, separate shower cubicle, wash hand basin, low flush w.c., ceramic tiled surrounds, recessed cupboard, two radiators and spotlights. GUEST BEDROOM 14'6" x 16'0" (4.42m x 4.88m) Window to front, magnificent views, built in range of wardrobes, radiator and dresser. EN SUITE BATHROOM 11'0" x 7'2" (3.35m x 2.18m) Three piece coloured suite comprising panelled bath, wash hand basin, low flush w.c., tiled surrounds, window to front with views, built in cabinets, radiator and door to landing. BEDROOM 3 11'6" x 15'0" (3.51m x 4.57m) Window to front with superb views, built in wardrobe and radiator. BEDROOM 4 13'8" x 10'3" (4.17m x 3.12m) Multipaned glazed window overlooking the gardens, radiator and period fireplace. BEDROOM 5 Comprising two rooms including SITTING ROOM/STUDY 10'8" x 13'6" (3.25m x 4.11m) With radiator, window overlooking the courtyard, steps rising to. BEDROOM 14'3" x 16'7" (4.34m x 5.05m) With built in wardrobes, drawers, dresser, window and radiator. REAR LANDING Approached via a secondary staircase with radiator, stairs rising to attic, door to BEDROOM 6 14'2" x 11'0" (4.32m x 3.35m) Multipaned glazed window overlooking the gardens, built in double wardrobe and dresser unit, radiator. SHOWER ROOM Three piece suite comprising shower cubicle with glazed sliding door, wash hand basin, low flush w.c., windows to two elevations, radiator and ceiling spotlights. OUTSIDE Extensive range of outbuildings comprising COACH HOUSE Stone built distinctive building having SITTING ROOM 15'2" x 12'0" (4.62m x 3.66m) Multipaned glazed window, beam, part glazed entrance door. GAMES ROOM 15'7" x 14'0" (4.75m x 4.27m) With large arched multipaned glazed window, electric panel heaters and beam.

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5 KITCHEN 10'10" x 11'9" (3.30m x 3.58m) Separate part glazed entrance door, stainless steel twin bowl sink unit, range of oak fronted cupboards, working surfaces, built in double oven, four ring electric hob and beam. SHOWER AREA With fitted rail and curtain, corner wash hand basin, low flush w.c. FIRST FLOOR FLAT Approached via a metal external staircase. LOUNGE 15'4" x 12'0" (4.67m x 3.66m) Multipaned glazed entrance door, window, electric heater, beamed ceiling, door leading through to DINING ROOM 14'6" x 15'8" (4.42m x 4.78m) With oriel window, rear window and electric heater. BEDROOM 12'0" x 9'6" (3.66m x 2.90m) Recessed cupboard and window. BATHROOM 9'2" x 5'2" (2.79m x 1.57m) Panelled bath, wash hand basin, low flush w.c., chrome heated towel rail, extractor fan and fan heater. OSTLER'S HOUSE 20'0" x 15'6" (6.10m x 4.72m) Currently used as a workshop offering excellent storage space. TRIPLE GARAGE 36'9" x 19'2" (11.20m x 5.84m) With up and over electric doors to front, separate shower room/w.c., external staircase rising to large attic space with dormer windows overlooking the gardens and courtyard. The property is approached via a farm gate and gravel driveway flanked by stone wall and mature shrub border, leading through to a gravelled courtyard providing excellent off road parking. Extensive side garden with raised lawn, flower and shrub borders, walled boundary, variety of trees, gravelled paths and raised stone borders, and a useful potting shed. Delightful rear garden backing onto open countryside with sweeping lawns, outdoor heated swimming pool, Wendy House, raised sun terrace enjoying spectacular views with crushed slate surrounds, tarmacadamed tennis court, stone wall and charming wooden pergola. FIXTURES & FITTINGS Fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale all other items regarded as owners fixtures and fittings may be removed. COUNCIL TAX BAND Council Tax Band H For further information contact Kettering Borough Council STAMP DUTY RATES You will pay: nothing on the first 125,000 of the purchase price, 2% on the next 125,000, 5% on the next 675,000, 10% on the next 575,000, and 12% on the rest (above 1.5 million) A further 3% will be payable on the whole amount if this is an additional property to one that you already own.

6 Andrew Granger & Co is the trading name of Andrew Granger & Co Ltd. Registration No Registered office: Phoenix House, 52 High Street, Market Harborough, Leicestershire LE16 7AF. Andrew Granger & Co for themselves and the vendors/lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that:- 1. Prospective purchasers/tenants should note that no statement in these details is to be relied upon as representation of fact and prospective purchasers/tenants should satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the statements contained. These particulars do not form part of any contract. 2. Please note that no appliances, services or installations have been tested and no guarantee as to condition or suitability is confirmed or implied. Prospective purchasers/tenants are advised to obtain verification from their surveyor or solicitor. Contents, fixtures & fittings are excluded, unless specially mentioned within these sales particulars. 3. All measurements mentioned within these particulars are approximate. Photographs are also provided for guidance purposes only. 4. No person in the employment of Andrew Granger & Co has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property or these particulars nor enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the vendors/lessors. 5. Site plans and floor plans are for guidance purposes only and are not to scale and should not be relied upon as a statement of fact. If Ordnance Survey maps are provided, it has the permission of the controller of H.M.S.O. Crown Copyright reserved, Licence No Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.