Knightley House, High Street, Preston Capes, Northamptonshire, NN11 3TB
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Knightley House, High Street, Preston Capes, Northamptonshire, NN11 3TB 2 Knightley House, High Street, Preston Capes, Northamptonshire, NN11 3TB Guide Price: £1,150,000 An outstanding Grade II listed former farmhouse, dating from the 18th century together with a thatched barn conversion providing useful ancillary accommodation and situated in the heart of this popular and pretty village. The superbly presented accommodation includes many features characteristic of its period of origin; such as exposed ceiling beams, open fireplaces and flagged floors, yet still provides the necessities normally associated with a modern family home. Many of the rooms are orientated to take advantage of the stunning views over the garden and surrounding countryside. There are four spacious reception rooms and a hand-crafted oak kitchen breakfast room featuring an Aga. Upstairs, the master bedroom has a dressing room and en- suite bathroom. There are three further double bedrooms, two of which also have en-suites and a family bathroom with roll top slipper bath. The property also includes 'The Cottage', located just across the courtyard, providing further spacious and independent accommodation for a family member or guest or could possibly provide additional income. Outside, the superb landscaped gardens are laid predominately to lawn with wonderful views over the countryside. Twin electric timber gates lead to a spacious courtyard with parking and turning provided for numerous vehicles. There are a range of traditional outbuildings with power and lighting connected and stable doors. 3 Features Outstanding Grade II Listed former farmhouse with separate thatched cottage- • Four spacious reception rooms • Hand crafted oak kitchen breakfast room • Summer kitchen and utility • Cloakroom and cellar • Master bedroom with dressing room and en-suite bathroom • Four further bedrooms, 2 en-suites and family bathroom • Separate thatched barn conversion • Range of outbuildings/stables, tack rooms and outside office • Attractive gardens with countryside views • Grade II listed A separate well presented stone and thatch barn conversion- • Open plan sitting /dining room • Oak fitted kitchen • Bathroom • 45ft bedroom which could be divided • Courtyard garden Ground Floor The entrance hall has flagged floors which also runs through into the sitting room. There is a grand oak staircase rising to the first floor and recess with oak bressumer. Double doors lead into the light and airy drawing room. The focal point of the room is the attractive fireplace with inset wood burner. There are shuttered windows and exposed ceiling beams. Steps lead down into the family room which has tiled floors and windows to the sun terrace. In the center of the house is the sitting room with brick fireplace, also with wood burner and both windows and French doors overlooking the garden. The dining room has windows to the front, exposed beams and fireplace with log burner and oak bressumer. There is a hand crafted oak kitchen with granite work surfaces, ceramic one and half bowl sink with mixer taps and integrated American style fridge freezer and a two oven Aga. There are terracotta tiled floors which also run through into the breakfast area, which has fitted cupboards and a door leading to the useful cellar. The remaining ground floor accommodation includes a summer kitchen, also fitted in oak with modern range cooker and a useful laundry room. 4 5 6 First Floor The spacious landing has an arched window overlooking the balcony. Steps descend to the second bedroom and a door leads to stairs rising to second floor. The superb master suite includes a dressing room with a range of high quality oak wardrobes and cupboards, French doors lead to an enclosed terrace providing far reaching views over the garden and countryside beyond. There is a luxury en-suite bathroom with W.C wash basin and bath with shower attachment. The spacious bedroom has half vaulted ceilings with exposed timbers, dual aspect windows and exposed wooden floors. The guest bedroom also has fitted oak bedroom furniture. There is a window overlooking the garden and an en-suite with W.C wash basin and corner bath with shower. Also, on this floor is a further double bedroom and the family bathroom featuring a roll top Slipper bath and double shower cubicle. Second Floor The stairs rise into this second floor bedroom which benefits from stunning views over the countryside and garden. There are exposed A frames, further window and en-suite with WC, shower and washbasin. 7 8 Location Preston Capes is a small village set in the heart of the South Northamptonshire countryside, a few miles south of Daventry and to the West of Towcester. Within the village there is the Church of St Peter and St Paul and the village hall, where many village activities and pub nights are organized. Shopping can be found and the nearby villages of Woodford Halse and Blakesley with supermarkets at Towcester, Daventry and Banbury. Outside Double electric gates provide access into a courtyard area, which provides parking and turning for numerous vehicles. The stunning landscaped and private garden features a full width sun terrace ideal for alfresco dining and entertainment. Beyond this, a shaped lawn meanders past well planted borders to the bottom of the garden where there is a timber summer house and further seating areas providing wonderful views over countryside. The gardens are enclosed by timber fencing. The whole plot measures approximately 0.5 Acres. Outbuildings There are a range of traditional outbuildings comprising of former stables and stores, each with power and lighting connected. A further attached room provides an external office, also with power and lighting and cupboard housing the central heating boiler. 9 10 "DoubleClick Insert Picture" Cottage A separate well presented stone and thatch barn conversion provides further ancillary accommodation suitable for family member or guest and could also provide an income stream. The light and airy open plan sitting/dining room has dual aspect windows and French doors to the rear into a private and pretty courtyard garden. There is a quality oak fitted kitchen and fully tiled bathroom with WC, wash basin and panel bath. Stairs rise into the 45ft bedroom. This room could easily be divided into further accommodation. There are exposed A frames and dual aspect windows. The cottage was re-thatched in 2018. Agents Note The owners intend on transferring the name of the property to an adjacent barn which they are in the process of developing for their own occupation. An outstanding Grade II listed former farmhouse, dating from the 18th century together with a thatched barn conversion providing useful ancillary accommodation and situated in the heart of this popular and pretty village. 11 Viewing Strictly by prior appointment via the agents Howkins and Harrison on 01827 718021. Fixtures and Fittings Only those items in the nature of fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. Other items are specifically excluded. None of the appliances have been tested by the agents and they are not certified or warranted in any way. Services None of the services have been tested and purchasers should note that it is their specific responsibility to make their own enquiries of the appropriate authorities as to the location, adequacy and availability of mains water, electricity, gas and drainage services. Local Authority Daventry District Council Tel :01327 871100 Council Tax Band- G GRADE II LISTED Howkins & Harrison Every care has been taken with the preparation of these Sales Particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. In all cases, buyers should verify matters for themselves. Where property alterations have been undertaken buyers should check that relevant permissions have been obtained. If there is any point, which is of particular importance let us know and we will verify it for you. These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract. All measurements 27 Market Street, Daventry, Northamptonshire NN11 4BH are approximate. The Fixtures, Fittings, Services & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are provided for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included in the sale. Plans are provided for general guidance and are not to scale. Telephone 01327 316880 Email [email protected] Web howkinsandharrison.co.uk Facebook HowkinsandHarrison Twitter HowkinsLLP Instagram HowkinsLLP .