High Street, Guilsborough, Northampton, NN6

A CHARMING PERIOD COTTAGE IN A POPULAR VILLAGE SETTING HAVING GOOD SIZE GARDENS WITH OFF ROAD PARKING APPROACHED THROUGH ELECTRIC GATES Ivy Cottage is an attractive double fronted period property close to the centre of this popular village with origins believed to be dated back to the early 1600's and provides a comfortable character family room with many period features. The current owners acquired the property in 2009 and have since undertaken a renovation programme to include an extension to the kitchen/breakfast room with adding a further bedroom and bathroom in the process. The property is approached through a good sized entrance hall with latched doors leading to all reception areas and a useful cloakroom. The sitting room enjoys a dual aspect, a central log burner with an exposed brick chimney and picture rail. The family room has a window to the front aspect, an attractive fireplace set in a stone surround with a matching hearth and was previously used as a dining room. A particular feature of the property is the extended kitchen/breakfast room having a range of shaker style base and eye level cupboards with contrasting granite worktops and inset Belfast sink unit. Range of appliances including a range cooker with extractor above and fridge/freezer whilst the dining area has a semi-vaulted ceiling with Velux windows and overlooks the rear courtyard with steps leading up to the boot room and utility providing additional storage space. The first floor has a master bedroom with built in wardrobes and en suite shower room with four further bedrooms, one of which can be used as a study and a family bathroom. OUTSIDE The property has a small, landscaped garden to the front behind wrought iron railings with shared access to the side through electric timber gate leading to parking for two vehicles. There are steps leading to an enclosed patio area and further steps leading to the formal gardens being of a good size, laid predominately to lawn, with various flower and shrub borders, including trees, bounded by stone and timber walls. There is vegetable patch, timber garden sheds, all offering a good degree of privacy. PROPERTY INFORMATION Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage. Property is served by Electric heating through radiators. Broadband is connected. There is no gas in the village. Local Authority: West Northamptonshire Council Tel. 0300 126 7000 Outgoings: Council Tax Band E £2,769.35 for the year 2024/2025 EPC Rating: F Tenure: Freehold Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Jackson-Stops Tel: 01604 632 991