Old School House, East Farndon

Market Harborough 2 miles (HST London St Pancras International)
Kettering 13 miles (HST London St Pancras International)
Northampton 16 miles (HST London Euston 55 mins)
(All distances approximate)

Situation

Nearby lies the historic town of Market Harborough with a range of everyday amenities including banks, supermarkets, commercial centre, local farm shop, theatre and leisure centre. It is from here that the main line station connects with London St Pancras International within an hour. Nearby is the famous Foxton Locks on the Grand Union Canal, the arm from the foot of the Locks terminates in Market Harborough basin. The entire nationwide canal system is accessible from here.

Further to the north lies the city of Leicester with a comprehensive range of commercial and leisure facilities. Neighbouring towns include Northampton, Leicester, Uppingham and Oakham.

Communications in the area are excellent. The A6 trunk road connects Leicester and Market Harborough whilst the M1 is easily accessible to the west of Leicester and via the A14 to the south at Catthorpe interchange linking with the M6. International air travel is available at East Midlands Airport, Birmingham, Stansted and Luton.

The area is well known for schooling with excellent primary schools in the area, preparatory available at Great Glen, Maidwell, Spratton and senior at Guilsborough, Uppingham, Oakham, Oundle, Leicester and Rugby. Sporting and recreational activities are well catered for in the area. Close-by is the historic Naseby Battlefield site with Prince Rupert’s viewing platform just outside the village. Golf is at Leicester, Market Harborough, Kibworth and Luffenham. Water sports, including sailing and fishing are available at Pitsford Reservoir, Rutland Water, near Oakham and fishing on Eyebrook Reservoir near Uppingham.

The Property

Situated within a prominent position, within the centre of East Farndon and opposite the village church is Old School House. The property enjoys a unique blend of history and modern luxury with far reaching views to the rear and a picturesque view of the village Church to the front. The current owners have meticulously renovated and curated the property to an undeniable quality throughout, affording any discerning new owner the opportunity to enjoy the very highest specification.

The accommodation begins with an inviting entrance hall featuring attractive mosaic tiled flooring, elegant interior doors, and a beautifully crafted oak staircase. Doors from the hallway radiate to the various rooms and a set of Crittall style doors with bespoke marble step leading down into the stunning kitchen which has been carefully curated by ‘Fraser James’ and features a central island including a breakfast bar, bespoke cabinetry with various integral appliances, including an Everhot range and a window seat creating a cosy nook for relaxed dining. A convenient pantry is located just off the kitchen with complimenting units and door accessing the rear terrace. The kitchen/ breakfast room flows seamlessly via a set of double crittal style doors into the spacious sitting room which boasts a vaulted ceiling with exposed oak timbers, beautiful oak herringbone flooring, a cosy woodburning stove and a floor to ceiling height bifold doors that frames the far-reaching views. The sitting room flows into the formal dining room adorned with ambient lighting and floor to ceiling height windows and doors with the unique and elegant marble mosaic flooring focal point. The various garden terraces can be easily accessed from both reception rooms. Furthermore, to the ground floor is a practical boot room, also fitted by ‘Fraser James’, with plenty of fitted cabinetry and a utility sink, along with access to a shower room and rear doorway access to the north elevation, and a study or snug, with fitted bookcases offering the perfect space for work or relaxation. A guest cloakroom and plant room with plumbing for appliances, completes the ground floor accommodation.
Upstairs, you will discover three generous bedrooms, including a luxurious master suite complete with a spa-like ensuite bathroom which features venetian plastered walls, a freestanding bath, twin basins and a double shower enclosure. The family bathroom is similarly appointed with a sanctuary – like finish.

Having recently undergone a complete renovation achieving a high ‘B’ energy performance rating, Old School House has all the modern energy efficient conveniences to include Air Source underfloor heating throughout with individial room programmable thermostats, solar panels, battery, remote CCTV and alarm system.

Outside

The property is nestled within its grounds and has been thoughtfully landscaped to create a tranquil yet functional space which is enclosed to the front by estate style fencing. Illuminated by night, the delightful and more formal fore garden is planted with maturing trees, lavender, yew hedging and water feature creating a peaceful backdrop to the south facing aspect. Meandering pathways lead to the various parts of the garden and conveniently access to the well-sized resin driveway which accommodates 2- 3 vehicles in front of the large double garage with electric door. The garage also benefits from a large additional room above with independent access, ideal for further office space or occasional guest accommodation. Furthermore to the garden, is a generous lawned area with raised beds, mature apple tree with the terrace adjoining the sitting room offering elevated views towards Market Harborough and beyond. An undercover seating and entertaining area offers year round options, with a wide side passage housing several original brick built outbuildings, all with power including a utility room and WC.


General Remarks

Viewing
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West.

Council Tax Band
Band - G

Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Air Source Heat Pump powered heating. None of the services have been tested by the agents.

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire

EPC Rating
B

Important Notice
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