The Old Dairy 14 Rookery Lane | Stoke Bruerne | Towcester | NN12 7SJ

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The Old Dairy is located in the sought-after village of Stoke Bruerne, which has been named one of the top 5 most beautiful villages in Northamptonshire. This incredible 19th century 5-bedroom barn conversion has been fully renovated by the current owners and sits on approx. 6.5 acres. It offers ample parking, a gym, a bar/studio, an outdoor dining room and fantastic equestrian facilities but could also be the perfect home for farming pursuits and smallholdings as well.

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The hallway which boasts the downstairs cloakroom and utility room can be accessed from the kitchen as well as from the entrance hall. This utility room offers space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and an American style fridge/ freezer.

From this hallway, a door opens to the North wing of the house which includes three double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, one en-suite and a family bathroom.

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“Stoke Bruerne is a picturesque village set in the heart of beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and we were excited to come along and view the property for the first time. Located right on the edge of the village, The Old Dairy is a stunning barn with idyllic surroundings as it sits within approx. 6.5 acres of land. We’ve enjoyed a wonderful lifestyle here as it’s given us the opportunity to produce rare breed cattle and set up our own vegetable garden,” say the current owners.

“It’s quiet and peaceful, yet we’re just 15 minutes away from the train station from where we enjoy easy access to London, Birmingham and Heathrow Airport which is ideal for work and leisure. There are some fabulous gastro pubs and restaurants in the area and it’s incredible to have an acclaimed, award winning Indian restaurant right here in the village. The whole area is rich in history, so there are interesting places to visit, as well as seasonal events showcasing the local produce. There are plenty of opportunities to explore the area on foot, bicycle or horse and we always enjoy walking our dogs through the countryside and alongside the canal.”

“We’ve lived here for nearly 4 years and have made some major changes to the property, both internally and externally. We’ve refreshed the whole house and have created a beautiful living space, including a bar and gym that benefit from amazing views over the paddocks. It’s great for entertaining as the dining room has two sets of double French doors leading out to a paved area which is the perfect spot to enjoy a BBQ and drinks with friends. It’s an amazing environment where we can relax and enjoy the views. There is significant undercover and lockable parking available which is ideal for our visiting guests.”

“The living room is certainly one of our favourite rooms in the property. It’s very spacious and is always filled with natural light and warmth from the pot belly fire. French doors perfectly frame the beautiful landscape beyond the paddocks. The kitchen is another favourite room as we can see the garden and wildlife whilst on cooking duties and the double AGA has been a fabulous addition. The property itself, combined with the exterior barns and surroundings, offers a unique lifestyle opportunity. It’s authentic here and totally private and serene,” conclude the current owners.*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

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Superb equestrian facilities can also be found to include multiple stables, tack The property sits on approx. 6.5 acres and the boundary fencing and gates have rooms and an outdoor toilet. There are 6 paddocks which make this property all been replaced. There’s also a separate private access from the main road that perfect for farming pursuits and smallholdings as well. leads to the paddocks, stables and extra carports.

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Stoke Bruerne is a beautiful village just south of Northampton and is steeped in history. Its stone cottages sit on the Grand Union canal where there’s a museum and waterside pubs, perfect to sip a drink as canal boats bob nearby. You can take a walk by the canal side or even take a boat ride. You’ll also find the Rookery Open Farm close by which is a fantastic day out with the kids!

Stoke Bruerne is ideally situated with good access to the A43, M1 and M40 so ideal for commuters and the mainline train stations at Milton Keynes and Northampton have direct services to London Euston with journey times of around 35 -55 minutes. Just over 4 miles way is the vibrant market town of Towcester with independent shops, Waitrose, restaurants and cafes. Northampton is approx. 7 miles away and Milton Keynes is approx. 12 miles away and both offer a wider range of shopping and amenities.

Fantastic schooling can be found nearby to include the Stoke Bruerne Church of England Primary School, Stowe School and the Primary schools in Roade, Ashton, Blisworth and Hartwell. Quinton House, Akeley Wood School, the Northampton School for Girls and the Northampton School for Boys are also easily accessible.

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Services Mains electricity, water and drainage. LPG gas (2150L size tank).

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority South Northamptonshire Council

Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 07393997427

Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/ uk/northampton

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday – 09:00 - 17:30 Saturday – 09:00 – 12:30 Sunday – By appointment only

The Old Dairy PAGES.indd 18 08/02/2021 08:40 Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 08.02.2021

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