Bascote, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47

The Home

A picturesque country cottage situated in a quiet rural location with green space views and packed with character features. This charming cottage is set in the idyllic hamlet of Bascote with views of the rolling south Warwickshire countryside outside the front door. This little gem of a home comes with all the character features that you could wish for, neatly entwined with modern and luxurious touches throughout. The home briefly comprises a master bedroom with ensuite shower room, a second bedroom which is a good-sized double with integrated storage, a third bedroom that would serve equally well as an office or as a dining room, a modern family kitchen with an impressive dining area to the rear and a cosy courtyard garden as well as a family bathroom complete with rolltop bath. The cottage features exposed timber beams throughout, solid wood and tiled floor coverings and a solid fuel-burning stove in the living room.

We Love

The cosy cottage feel this home exudes. We can imagine curling up in front of the log-burning stove and watching the light dance off of the exposed timber beams.

The Area

Bascote is situated between the larger market town of Southam and the village of Long Itchington. Nearby is the Grand Union Canal which provides a walking route to nearby Stockon and Napton on the Hill and into Royal Leamington Spa in the opposite direction. This is a rural location with local farmland surrounding much of the immediate vicinity. The bustling market town of Southam is just 1.5 miles away and has all the local amenities you would expect of a larger town. Heading north from Bascote you will discover the charming village of Long Itchington with one of the UK's largest duckponds on the village green and a host of popular pubs along with its medieval parish church. Royal Leamington Spa and Rugby are but a short drive away, as is motorway access to the M40 at junction 12, Gaydon. 

Approach

Old Cottage is nestled in a small row of homes in the heart of Bascote. Upon approach, you will notice the open farmland directly opposite the home providing a country view to appreciate. The home features a double timber gate that provides access to a small drive. The charming brick and timberwork of a bygone era provide an attractive front aspect to the home.

Entrance Hall

Stepping through the solid oak door and into the hallway you immediately notice the exposed timber beams which are a signature of this home. The hallway floor beneath your feet is laid with traditional quarry tiles. To the left is one of the double bedrooms and further down the hall is the rest of the living accommodation.

Living Room

5.06m x 3.4m - 16'7" x 11'2"
In the centre of the home is the living room. Stepping through an internal cottage door you find yourself immersed into a welcoming and comfortable room, crammed full of period features. To one end is the inglenook fireplace, fitted with a solid fuel burning stove and to the other end is a comfortable seating area. The solid wood floor is matched eloquently with the exposed beams and cream walls. Windows are fitted with contemporary plantation shutter blinds to complete the cosy feel of this room.

Kitchen

5.98m x 3.55m - 19'7" x 11'8"
Heading to the rear of the property is the stylish and modern kitchen. Contemporary wall and matching floor units are finished in a cool blue and matched with an oak-effect worktop. Honey-coloured floor tiles give a warm feeling to this space and modern metro tiles provide the backsplash. Space is provided for a free-standing fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine along with the integrated Hotpoint oven with electric hob. The far end of the kitchen opens up into a bright dining area thanks to the extension to the rear. French doors open out onto a courtyard garden creating a bright and contemporary space.

Dining Room/ Bedroom Three

3.12m x 2.2m - 10'3" x 7'3"
The formal dining room is situated between the kitchen and the living room and has been used in the past as a double bedroom. This versatile space would work equally well for a number of uses including a work-from-home office if required.

Bedroom 2

3.56m x 2.58m - 11'8" x 8'6"
The second bedroom is situated on the ground floor, this time to the very front of the home. A generous double bedroom with a large integrated cupboard for storage. This makes a perfect guest room given its position in the home. A later extension from the original footprint this space retains its charm with exposed roof beams.

Family Bathroom

Completing the arrangement on the ground floor is the family bathroom. In keeping with the charming nature of this home, the floor is fully tiled and the walls are half-tiled with a contemporary glazed brick pattern. The showpiece of this room is the decadent cast-iron, roll-top bath. We can well imagine soaking away in this serene sanctuary of the home. Heaven.

Master Bedroom with Ensuite

5.83m x 3.19m - 19'2" x 10'6"
Finally, climbing the stairs to the first floor you discover the master bedroom and ensuite shower room. Set in the roofspace of the home the timber beams and bespoke fitted wardrobes create a mix of tradition and modern functionality. Plenty of space is afforded for free-standing furniture in addition to the king-sized bed. To one end is the useful shower room with a separate cubicle, hand basin and WC.

Garden

Accessed through the kitchen is the courtyard garden. A fully enclosed and private space that offers a peaceful and unexposed hideaway at the rear of the home. Laid with patio tiles this is a low-maintenance space and the perfect retreat away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.