School Hill, Newnham, Northamptonshire

Summary

Holly Cottage is a unique 3 bedroom detached property occupying a generous plot of approximately 0.33 acres.  Situated in the heart of this ever popular village, it occupies an elevated position with spectacular views over the village and countryside beyond.  Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the unique features this property has to offer.  (Quote ref. DC1031).

Property Highlights
The rooms within Holly Cottage enjoy ample natural light with windows positioned on many elevations.  The living accommodation is unique in its design, offering cosy living space, and a kitchen breakfast room with windows to three aspects.  Externally, there are patio / seating areas planted with bulbs and flowering plants, along with various outbuildings and access to the substantial garden which has been planted with fruit trees and bushes and other features including a pond to attract the wildlife.  The views are absolutely stunning over the open countryside. 

Interior Spaces
A light and airy entrance hall gives access to the sitting room/snug, kitchen breakfast room and downstairs bathroom, with stairs rising up to an open galleried landing.

Sitting Room & Snug
The snug and sitting room are divided by an open fireplace set into a decorative chimney breast with a double fronted multi-fuel stove.  The snug has a window to the front aspect and an arch with decorative coving leading into the sitting room.  The sitting room has windows to three elevations and also benefits from French doors leading onto a patio area.  There is also access to a loft space.

Kitchen Breakfast Room
The kitchen breakfast room enjoys windows to three aspects and has a range of fitted base and eye level units with a granite work surface incorporating a Belfast sink and has tiled splashbacks.  Fitted appliances include an double electric oven, gas hob with extractor over, an integrated dishwasher and space for a washing machine.  There is a feature cast iron radiator and space for a table or sofa, etc., depending on your preference. The kitchen also benefits from an understairs storage cupboard with lighting and shelving fitted.  The kitchen gives access to the rear boot room.

Boot Room
The boot room has a window to the side elevation and a UPVC door leading to the rear of the property.

Downstairs Bathroom
Accessed from the entrance hall, the downstairs bathroom is of good proportions and is fitted with a full suite of WC with concealed cistern, wash hand basin with built-in storage under, a bath with automatic fill options and a separate corner shower cubicle with a built-in shower.  There is tiling to splashbacks and a heated towel rail.

First Floor
The open galleried landing has a window to the rear enjoying views over neighbouring fields and benefits a cupboard with a gas radiator and shelving over.

 
Bedroom One
The master bedroom is situated to the front of the property with views over the village and countryside beyond.  There is a recess suitable for a wardrobe and an exposed brick feature to the wall.

Bedroom Two
Bedroom two has a double glazed window the front elevation and an exposed brick feature to the wall.  This room gives access to the loft space which has a ladder and a fully boarded floor with lighting.

Bedroom Three
Bedroom three has a window the rear elevation and would make an ideal nursery or office space.  Planning permission had been obtained to extend this side of the property incorporating bedroom three, however this application has now expired.  Please ask agent for details.

Shower Room
A fitted shower room comprising of WC, stone wash hand basin set on to a wall mounted wash stand, a walk-in double shower cubicle with built-in shower.  There is an obscure glazed window to the rear elevation, extractor, heated towel rail, recess lights to ceiling and tiling to splash areas.

OUTSIDE

Front
This property enjoys an elevated position on School Hill, with steps leading up to a gate towards the front door with porch over and an established clematis.  High hedges provide privacy and there are paved pathways leading to the sides and all the way around the property, creating a secure area for pets or children.  There is a gravelled parking area which is accessed via a gated driveway shared with one neighbour.

Rear
Accessible from the front, rear and sitting room there is a patio area with a small lawn, enclosed by hedging.  The borders are planted with spring bulbs, fuscia plants and a small magnolia tree.  The patio leads around to an elevated seating area with decking.  There is also a green house set on a hard base.  There is a low retaining wall around the boundary of the house to the side and rear with a wrought iron fence over providing a secure area around the property, ideal for pets or children.  There is a gravelled driveway providing off-road parking and giving access to the garage, which is light and power connected with a window to the side.  A gated access to the side of the garage leads to the woodstore, beyond which there is a further outbuilding suitable for storage.  Continuing into the garden, there is a chicken / dog run.  The garden continues to a substantial lawn area bordered with hedges and trees.  The current owners have created a haven for wildlife with many bird boxes and wildflower areas.   There is a vegetable garden area which includes a pond and is enclosed by fencing.  There are fruit trees to include, apples, pears and plum, along with raspberry and blackberry bushes.  There is also a small planted rose garden area.   The garden enjoys spectacular views over the open countryside, beautifully enhanced by the morning sunrise and evening sunset.

Location
Newnham is an exceptionally popular village in this part of the County, situated only a few miles from Daventry town for its local conveniences, but enjoying the benefits of the open countryside and the many public footpaths it has to offer.  The village boasts amenities to include ‘Maria’s Kitchen’ formerly The Romer Arms pub, St Michael and All Angels Church, village primary school, allotments and an active village hall, as well as many local groups and activities.  The village has its own website ‘newnhamvillage.co.uk’ where you can access information about village events and activities.
Newnham is conveniently located approximately 2 miles away from Daventry for your day to day shopping needs.  Travelling in an easterly direction gives access to the A45 to Northampton and M1(J16) approximately 10 miles away.
The local rail stations are Long Buckby, Rugby, Northampton and Banbury, with services reaching London, Birmingham and the rest of the country.  Daventry Area Community Transport (DACT) scheme offers transportation for the elderly and disabled for hospital appointments or other medical purposes.

Viewings
Your local EXP Agent, Debbie Cox can offer flexible viewing times, including out of hours.  Please call or email to request a viewing.
Local Authority – West Northamptonshire Council.  
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