Description
Set in the heart of the pretty hamlet of Grimscote, The Shieling is a Grade II Listed cottage dating back in parts to the 18th century. Full of character and charm, recently upgraded and with a new thatch, the cottage enjoys a sheltered position with a south facing garden and retains a wealth of original features with the added benefit of an annexe over the double garage.
Grimscote - Grimscote is a small hamlet north of Towcester surrounded by open countryside. There are excellent road links to the M1 and M40 via the A43. The amenities of Towcester are situated some 4 miles to the south and include a leisure centre, secondary schooling, public houses and restaurants. Primary schooling is provided in the neighbouring village of Pattishall with excellent private education available at nearby Winchester House, Carrdus School, Akeley Wood, Stowe School and Northampton Boys and Girls schools.
Train stations at Northampton and Milton Keynes offer services to London Euston with journey times of around 35 minutes from Milton Keynes.
Sporting activities in the area include rugby, hockey, tennis, netball and cricket at the nearby Towcestrians Sports Club, golf at Silverstone and Whittlebury Hall, sailing at Draycote Water, Pitsford and Hollowell Reservoirs, and of course the world famous motor racing at Silverstone.
Ground Floor - The front door opens from the garden side of the cottage into the sitting room with inglenook fireplace and a wealth of oak beams, study, kitchen/dining room with French doors opening to the garden and with new kitchen units and integrated appliances. There is a utility cloakroom and a door to the garden.
First Floor - Master bedroom with en-suite shower room with built in storage, further double bedroom (originally configured as two bedrooms) with built in wardrobes, family bathroom.
Outside - The property stands in the heart of the hamlet of Grimscote. Approached via a large block paved driveway with off road parking for several cars and garage access. An internal staircase from the garage leads to the annexe/home office/studio with ample eaves storage and an en-suite shower room. There is also a car inspection pit in the garage.
The cottage garden is mostly laid to lawn with several well stocked flowerbeds, shrubs and trees. The garden is retained by stone wall with a block paved patio area.
Local Authority - West Northamptonshire Council
The Forum, Moat Lane
Towcester, NN12 6AD
Council Tax Band - Band - E
Viewing Arrangements - Strictly by prior appointment via the selling agents, Howkins and Harrison. Tel:01327-353575.
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 warrantied in any way.
Services - The following services are connected to this property :
electricity, water and drainage.
None of the above 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, and drainage services.
Floorplan - Howkins and Harrison provide these plans for reference only - they are not to scale.
Important Notice - 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 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.
