Whittlebury, Northamptonshire, NN12

The barn has planning permission for conversion to a single storey four-bedroom residential dwelling extending to approximately 3,000 sq ft. The completed property as proposed would comprise an open-plan dining, kitchen, living area, a master double bedroom with ensuite, three further double bedrooms, two additional bathrooms, a study, utility rooms, and ample parking, plus an approximate 7.8 acres of paddock land.

Whittlebury Tow - The village of Whittlebury, with its Hotel, Spa & Golf Course, farm shop and café, primary school and village pub lies approximately 4 miles from the market town of Towcester.

There is good access to the main arterial roads including M1 motorway at junction 15a, the M40, A5 and A43 with train stations at Milton Keynes and Northampton offering services to London Euston with journey times of around 35 minutes.

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.

Planning - Planning permission for the conversion was granted at appeal under reference APP/W2845/W/23/3328651 – decision date 5th July 2024. Planning reference upon which the appeal was based is 2023/5230/PA. Copies of the approval can be obtained from West Northamptonshire Council’s website or from the vendor’s agent. Purchasers should make themselves aware of the full conditions and requirements of the consent.

Access / Rights Of Way - The seller will provide a gated access from the A413 and on to the plot. The vendor will retain a vehicular and pedestrian right of way across the 7.5 acre paddock, as this provides access to his retained land. It should be noted that the British Racing Drivers Club, (BRDC) / Silverstone Circuit retain a right of access over the driveway for a maximum of thirty days in any one calendar year, typically this is VIP access to the Escapade Buildings on perhaps six occasions per year, for the purpose of spectating motor racing events.

Plan, Area And Description - The plan, area, and description are believed to be correct in every way but no claim will be entertained by the vendor or their agents in respect of any error, omission, or misdescription. The plan is for identification purposes only.

Agents Note - Further land may be available, by separate negotiation, up to a maximum of 21 acres.

Local Authority - West Northamptonshire Council
The Forum, Moat Lane
Towcester, NN12 6AD

Viewing Arrangements - Strictly by prior appointment via the selling agents, Howkins and Harrison. Tel:01327-353575.

Services - The following services are connected to this property :
Mains electricity and water.

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.