The Coach House, Mill Lane, Brigstock

This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a substantial and beautifully renovated former coach house, occupying a wonderfully private position within the sought-after Northamptonshire village of Brigstock. Set around a beautiful south-facing walled garden, The Coach House offers over 2,800 sq. ft. of accommodation, the option of up to five bedrooms, a double garage and an exceptionally versatile ground-floor layout, with lots of potential for annexe-style accommodation or for those looking to run a business from home.

Originally forming the coach house and stables to the neighbouring Manor House, the property was converted into a private residence during the 1980s and retains a huge amount of character. Exposed stonework and timbers, vaulted ceilings, oak flooring and an impressive full-height stained-glass window are among the features that make this such an individual home.

Tucked away within a small courtyard of just four properties, The Coach House enjoys a peaceful position away from passing traffic and an extremely private outlook to the rear. The south-facing garden is visible from much of the ground-floor accommodation, with French doors from several rooms opening directly onto the terraces.

The spacious entrance hall sits centrally within the house, with a turning staircase rising to the galleried first-floor landing.

To one side is the superb sunken living room, originally the carriage house and now a substantial reception room extending to over 24 ft. With its high ceiling, exposed timbers and wood-burning stove, this room has real character, while two sets of French doors open directly onto the south-facing terrace and garden.

On the opposite side of the hall is the kitchen/breakfast/family room, another impressive space at almost 23 ft wide. The kitchen is fitted with bespoke cabinetry and granite work surfaces, centred around a large island with seating, together with a butler-style sink, Quooker tap and integrated dishwasher. There is ample space for a breakfast table and relaxed seating, with windows and a door providing further views and access into the garden.

The accommodation continues into a separate dining room, currently used as a consulting room, with two sets of doors opening onto the garden. Beyond is a dedicated study before the house continues into the extended ground-floor wing. It is this part of The Coach House that provides some of its greatest versatility. 

There are two ground-floor bedrooms, together with a shower/utility room and separate external access. The larger bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and French doors opening outside, while the adjoining side garden provides a further private area of outside space.

For buyers looking for annexe-style accommodation, this section of the house has excellent potential to provide a more independent living arrangement for parents, older children or regular guests. With the dining room already being used as a consulting room, the layout could also be particularly attractive to somebody looking to run a business or professional practice from home, subject to any necessary permissions.

Importantly, the scale of the main house is retained. Even if the ground-floor wing were used more independently, there would still be the substantial kitchen/breakfast/family room and 24 ft living room downstairs, together with three large double bedrooms upstairs.

The first floor is approached via the turning staircase, which rises to a galleried landing, with exposed timbers continuing the character found downstairs.

The master bedroom is a standout room, extending to over 27 ft at its widest point, with a vaulted ceiling, exposed roof timbers and plenty of space for both bedroom furniture and a seating area. It also benefits from a refitted en suite shower room.

There are two further generous double bedrooms on this floor, including a 17 ft second bedroom, together with the refitted family bathroom.

Outside

The gardens are a particularly attractive feature of The Coach House, providing a beautiful outlook from the house as well as an excellent degree of privacy.

The principal garden faces south and is enclosed by substantial original stone walling. Several of the main rooms open directly onto the garden, including the living room and dining room, with a broad paved terrace providing plenty of space for outdoor dining and seating.

Steps lead down into the main garden, where an ornamental pond is surrounded by established planting, shaped lawns and pathways. Mature borders provide plenty of colour, while the original stone walls give the garden a wonderfully established feel and reflect the history of the property.

At the far end, the original gateway to the Manor House remains in place, with substantial stone pillars topped by a pair of stone lions creating one of the garden's most distinctive features.

There is a further garden to the side of the house, with its own lawn, terrace and mature trees. In addition to providing another attractive area of outside space, this could work particularly well as a more private garden for the ground-floor accommodation should a future owner wish to create an annexe-style arrangement.

To the front, the house is approached across a shared gravelled courtyard serving just four properties. The Coach House has its own parking area with space for approximately four vehicles, together with a detached double garage with power and lighting.

Accommodation

Entrance Hall
A particularly impressive entrance with oak flooring, exposed stonework, a full-height stained-glass window overlooking the garden and a turning staircase to the first floor.

Living Room - 7.5m x 5.1m (24'7" x 16'9")
A superb sunken reception room with exposed timbers, wood-burning stove and two sets of French doors opening onto the south-facing garden.

Kitchen / Breakfast / Family Room - 6.9m x 5.1m (22'8" x 16'8")
A substantial family kitchen with bespoke cabinetry, granite work surfaces, large central island, butler-style sink, Quooker tap and integrated dishwasher, with plenty of space for dining and seating.

Dining Room - 3.6m x 3.6m (11'11" x 11'10")
A separate room with two sets of French doors opening onto the garden, currently used by the owners as a consulting room.

Study - 3.5m x 3.1m (11'7" x 10'3")
A useful separate study positioned away from the principal reception rooms.

Bedroom Four - 4.2m x 3.6m (13'7" x 11'9")
A generous ground-floor bedroom with vaulted ceiling and French doors opening outside.

Bedroom Five - 2.7m x 2.5m (8'10" x 8'3")

Shower / Utility Room - 2.5m x 2.0m (8'4" x 6'6")
Providing shower facilities together with useful laundry space and storage.

Guest WC

Boot Room

First Floor

Master Bedroom - 8.4m x 6.0m (27'8" x 19'7")
A superb room with vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and adjoining en suite shower room.

En Suite - 1.9m x 1.8m (6'4" x 5'11")

Bedroom Two - 5.3m x 3.3m (17'4" x 10'11")

Bedroom Three - 4.2m x 3.2m (13'8" x 10'5")

Family Bathroom - 2.4m x 1.8m (7'9" x 5'10")

Double Garage - 5.6m x 4.8m (18'6" x 15'9")

A double garage with power and lighting.

The Location

Brigstock is widely regarded as one of Northamptonshire's most attractive villages, offering historic character with an excellent range of everyday amenities. With origins dating back centuries, the village retains a timeless feel, centred around attractive stone architecture, quiet lanes and open green spaces.

The Coach House occupies an especially appealing position, tucked away within a small courtyard off Mill Lane while remaining within easy reach of the centre of the village.

Brigstock itself provides a useful range of amenities, including a convenience store, public houses, doctor's surgery, village hall and Brigstock Latham's CE Primary School, together with an active village community.

Surrounded by attractive Northamptonshire countryside, the village is particularly well placed for walking and outdoor pursuits, with Fermyn Woods Country Park nearby. Oundle, Thrapston, Corby and Kettering are all within easy reach, while Uppingham and Market Harborough provide a further choice of independent shopping, restaurants and schooling.

For commuters, Corby and Kettering provide mainline rail connections to London St Pancras, while the A43 and A14 offer convenient road links across the region.

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: F
EPC Rating: D
Heating: Gas Central Heating
Parking: Off-road parking for approximately four vehicles
Garden: South-facing walled garden with additional side garden

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