5 Bed Detached House For Sale Kettering, NN14

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen to acquire this exclusive plot\r
measuring just under one acre that backs onto the rolling Twywell Hills and Dales, on which stands a detached house which now incorporates a carefully converted Butcher's shop, an expansive Grade II listed barn with planning permission granted to convert to a four bed separate dwelling, and an expansive plot with further development potential, STPP. Alternatively there is also the option to run a business from the barn and outbuildings which could function as workshops/ storage use.\r
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The main house, The Gables is a fully refurbished Victorian property set back from the street. It occupies a prominent, central position within the idyllic and peaceful village of Twywell.\r
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Offered to the market with no onward chain, the main dwelling has since been fully restored and renovated to a high standard, to include rewiring, plastering, and a gas central heating system, whilst continuing to showcase a unique combination of both character and contemporary features, making it the perfect family home with its spacious living spaces, quiet location and generous\r
outside space. \r
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Internally, the versatile accommodation comprises an impressive kitchen/ family room, three spacious reception rooms, a garden room, utility room, guest w/c, five double bedrooms, a separate w/c and a re-fitted family bathroom. The fifth bedroom also has the potential to be converted into an\r
additional bathroom with plumbing already in place. \r
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Dating back to circa 16th century, the stone-built barn and The Gables comprise over 5,254 square foot of residential space. If the new owners wish to develop a separate dwelling out of the barn (as specified in the granted planning), this would also provide vehicular access to the plot of land to the back of the property, giving further development opportunity subject to additional planning.\r
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*Further information including the plans, drawings and guidelines for the\r
proposed barn dwelling can be found on the North Northamptonshire Council\r
website using the planning reference: 20/01478/FUL\r
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With a period lamppost and a generous lawn garden, the property sits adjacent to the village green and is approached via a block paved path, leading up to a beautiful courtyard. A large panelled door opens through into the impressive kitchen/ family room, which is definitely the heart to this home exhibiting a modern kitchen suite, as well as period features- such as the original butcher's rail and two beautiful bow windows to the front aspect. Laid with oak flooring, the kitchen suite comprises a range of eye and base level units with solid oak worktops, a Butler style sink, two integral Smeg eye level ovens, an induction hob, microwave, fridge/ freezer, and a breakfast bar. Further space for storage and appliances can also be housed within the adjoining utility room, which too gives access to the rear of the property. All three reception rooms are generous in size, the dining room of which is perfect for formal family entertaining and opens into the relaxed sitting room. There is also an additional door to the front of the property. The drawing room enjoys views to the rear elevation and features an antique safe and an open staircase rising to the first-floor landing. A further room which leads on to the garden room is currently functioning as a study, this space is versatile in use and benefits from built-in storage, there is also a door to the side of the property and double doors through to the garden room.\r
The newly carpeted first floor landing gives access to all five double bedrooms and the re-fitted family bathroom. Complete with a stunning four-piece suite, the partly tiled bathroom comprises a free-standing bath, a walk-in shower, vanity wash hand basin, low level w/c and a chrome towel rail. Three of the five bedrooms are positioned to the front elevation and enjoys views overlooking the open fields to the front, whilst the two remainder bedrooms boast views to the rear of the property and the back garden. The fifth bedroom also has the potential to be converted into an en-suite facility with plumbing already in place.\r
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Residing on a substantial plot, the superb garden has the potential to be developed further, subject to planning permission. The highly private garden is predominately laid to lawn, enclosed by the original stone wall and planted with an array of established trees and hedgerow. The generous courtyard provides parking for several vehicles and is accessed via a gate to the side. You will also find an electric car charging point and a secure gate opening out to Twywell Hills and Dales Country Park- perfect for dog-walking and wildlife spotting.\r
The dwelling is set within the rural village of Twywell, located within a commutable distance to both Kettering, Corby and the neighbouring market town of Thrapston, which offers a bustling high street, as well as farmer's markets. Twywell is a linear village with very minimal traffic, ideal for peaceful village life, it also boasts a public house with a play area and garden, St Nicholas Church and many countryside walks.