Courtyard House, Fotheringhay Road, Tansor

Distances

Oundle 2.3 miles, Stamford 12 miles, Corby 13.5 miles (HST London St Pancras), Market Harborough 22.5 miles (HST London St Pancras), Peterborough 13 miles (HST London Kings Cross). (All distances and times are approximate)

SITUATION

Tansor is a delightful, historic village, set above the banks of the river Nene. Footpaths and bridleways, over the gently rolling countryside, provide good dog walking. Nearby Oundle offers family run businesses, shops and restaurants set around the Market Place, as well as a Waitrose supermarket. The town offers a good range of sports and leisure facilities. Peterborough is about 10 miles away and offers extensive facilities, as well as main line rail travel, with journey times to London King’s Cross, from about 48 minutes. There is an excellent choice of schooling at Oundle, Stamford, Uppingham and Oakham.


DESCRIPTION

This beautifully constructed, modern family house, was designed by a local architect, for his own occupation. The property was built in 1989, and laid out to maximise enjoyment of its plot, position and wonderful outlook. Quality materials were used in the build process and these have stood the test of time. Though over thirty years old, the configuration and design is very much in line with today's way of open-plan living, with large, light rooms and hallways, tall ceilings, and sociable, inclusive spaces. On the practical side, there is excellent storage on each floor, including wardrobes in most of the bedrooms. The house has oil-fired central heating and recently installed, aluminium-framed double-glazed windows.

The chestnut front door opens to the hall with quarry tiled floor, which runs around the to the inner hall, where there is a useful storage cupboard. The main rooms are at the back of the house and enjoy views over the garden. The living room is a great size and enjoys a dual aspect with French doors opening to the front, courtyard garden and to the rear patio. The focal point is the Jetmaster, inset, open fire, with shelving to either side.

The sitting room has been a formal dining room in the past, and also has direct access to the patio. It is open to the kitchen / breakfast room, creating a sociable space for family life and for entertaining. The kitchen / Breakfast room is superbly proportioned, with ample space for food preparation and daily dining. The kitchen area is fitted with an extensive range of hand-built pine furniture, with work-surfaces and inset double sink. The range cooker, with LPG hob, has an extractor hood above. There is space for a farmhouse table and chairs, set beside the patio doors.

Down the hall, there is a guest cloak room and a useful utility room, which offers ample space for the usual appliances, good storage and space for the clobber and pets associated with family life. A stable door opens to the outside. The study is well-proportioned and could easily serve as a snug, playroom or further bedroom. It has windows to the front and doors allowing access to the front, courtyard garden. The first floor is approached via stairs from the hall. The long landing enjoys westerly light and views across the front garden to the wooded Manor grounds opposite.

The principal bedroom has a pitched ceiling and a Juliet balcony with views over the rear garden, paddock and countryside beyond. The spacious en suite offers a bath, separate shower, WC and wash basin. The second and third bedrooms enjoy the garden and paddock views, and each has a built-in wardrobe. The fourth and fifth bedrooms have views to the west, over the front garden. The well-appointed family bathroom, with shower, bath, WC and wash basin, completes the accommodation.


OUTSIDE

Courtyard House is set behind a high stone wall. The gravelled drive provides parking and leads on to the double garage, which is accessed via a pair of up and over doors. The front garden is private and sheltered, creating a haven that enjoys the southerly and westerly sunshine.

The rear garden has a patio spanning the back of the house, accessible from the kitchen, sitting room and living room. To one side is a raised herb bed. A path runs to the side of the good-sized lawn, before leading through to the kitchen garden area where there are raised beds, greenhouse and the chicken run. A gate leads through to the paddock, which has beautifully mature trees set upon it. To one side is the stable and field shelter. Power and water are connected. There is horse and vehicle access to the paddock via a private right of way.

GENERAL REMARKS

SERVICES

Mains water, electricity, and drainage are connected. Oil-fired central heating. None of the services have been tested by the agents.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fitting and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

STATUTORY AUTHORITY

North Northamptonshire Council - Tel:
Council Tax Band: G

VIEWING

The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West,
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DIRECTIONS

Leave Oundle heading North on the A427. Take the first exit at the roundabout on the A605. Take the first turning signposted to Tansor and follow this road for about 1 mile until you reach the village. Continuing along the road bearing left and then right onto Fotheringhay Road, Courtyard House can be found on the right-hand side, after about 500 ft.


IMPORTANT NOTICE

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1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. 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.
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