West End, Welford, Northampton

A delightful 4 bedroomed Grade II listed detached thatched cottage which retains a wealth of charm and character with exposed wall and ceiling timbers and inglenook. Dating back to the late 17th Century with interlinking attached accommodation (currently two flats) which could be converted to provide an excellent sized family home or alternatively suitable for dual generation accommodation. (subject to the necessary consents).

The property does require some modernisation and improvement and is briefly arranged as follows:

Kitchenette, bedroom with bathroom off, separate sitting room.

Accommodation In Detail - Entrance door leads through to:

Ground Floor -

Entrance Hallway - Connecting door leads through to:

Sitting Room - 5.16m x 4.67m - Flagstone flooring, inglenook fireplace with inset wood burner and lighting above, windows to both front and rear elevations, walk-in cupboard providing good sized storage space with fitted light. Connecting door leads down to:

Single Chamber Cellar - 4.29m x 3.18m, minimum height of 1.93m - Lighting.

Dining Room - 4.42m x 3.86m - Vinyl wood effect flooring, fitted wood burner with traditional storage cupboards to sides, exposed beam, radiator and window to front elevation.

Kitchen - 4.34m x 3.10m - Fitted with a comprehensive range of matching base and wall units, enamel sink with drainer, double electric oven with induction hob and hood above, integrated dishwasher, oil fired Rayburn which provides domestic hot water and central heating for the property. Window to rear elevation and door giving direct access to the garden.

Inner Lobby - Giving access to staircase, exposed timbers, radiator, useful storage cupboard, window to rear elevation and connecting doors lead through to:

First Floor -

Bedroom One - 4.90m x 4.57m - Exposed ceiling timbers, windows to both front and rear elevations, radiator, fitted wardrobes provide hanging and storage space.

Bedroom Two - 4.19m x 3.86m - Exposed timbers, radiator and window to front elevation.

Bedroom Three - 4.04m max x 2.64m - Radiator and window to rear elevation.

Bathroom - Comprising of shaped bath with shower over, wc, wash hand basin, tiled floor and window to rear elevation.

Cottage (Number 18) - Accessed from the rear of the property.

Ground Floor. -

Kitchen - 4.60m x 3.58m reducing to 1.93m -

Bathroom - 2.59m x 2.57m -

Sitting Room - 4.50m x 4.27m - Inglenook fireplace with stone hearth, cupboards to both sides and windows to both front and rear elevations.

Bedroom - 4.78m x 4.32m - Windows to front.

First Floor (Number 18A) - Accessed from the front of the property, and comprises of:

First Floor Kitchenette Area - 4.62m max x 4.47m max -

Sitting Room - 4.62m x 4.37m reducing to 3.12m - Stairs rising to the loft and window to front elevation.

Bedroom - 4.57m reducing to 2.44m x 4.88m - Approached from the kitchenette, with low level beam, height restricted. Exposed wall timbers, window to front elevation.

Bathroom - 2.64m x 2.21m -

Outside - To the front of the property is a small walled area with fore garden, enclosed by a brick wall. The rear garden is courtyard style with two brick stores, small lawned area, housing for oil tank and hard standing. Gated entrance to side which gives access for standing for numerous vehicles.

Note To Purchasers - The vendor has indicated to us verbally that the chimneys are in need of repair, purchasers should make their own enquiries and speak to a relevant tradesman.
The flats currently are on a separate title, however the vendors intention is to sell the property as a whole.

Fixtures & Fittings - Fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale - all other items regarded as owners fixtures and fittings may be removed.

Energy Performance Certificate - EPC Rating awaited.

Daventry District Council - Council Tax Band D (Number 16, Council Tax Band A and B for Number 18a and 18.
For further information contact Daventry District Council

Stamp Duty From 23rd September 2022 - Normal Rate
Up to £250,000 - 0%
£250,001 to £925,000 - 5%
£925,001 to £1.5 million – 10%
Over £1.5 million – 12%

First Time Buyers
UP to £425,000 – 0%
£425,001 to £625,000 – 5%
Homes above £625,000 - Normal rates apply

You usually pay 3% on top of these rates if you own another residential property. It is recommended buyers check Stamp Duty rates for their particular situation on the government website:


Money Laundering - To comply with The Money Laundering Regulations 2007, any successful purchaser/purchasers will be asked to provide proof of identity and we will therefore need to take copies of a passport/driving licence and a recent utility bill (not more than three months old). This information is required prior to Solicitors being instructed.