House For Sale £385,000
An exciting and rare opportunity to purchase The Old Post Office of Walcote Village. This fascinating Grade II Listed timber framed cottage boasts a stunning array of period features. Three storeys, two wonderful reception rooms, breakfast kitchen, four bedrooms a bathroom and a part-thatched roof to complete the look.
The cottage, built Late seventeenth / early eighteenth century, is steeped in local history and over the years has been upgraded and sympathetically maintained so as not to ruin its heritage. The property offers a wealth of character including original exposed timbers, wooden latched doors, a number of feature fireplaces and timber window frames. The dual aspect living room proudly boasts a spectacular inglenook fireplace with open fire and exposed timbers and a box bay window to the front aspect. The dual aspect dining room benefits from a further inglenook fireplace with flame-effect electric fire and views over the pretty rear garden. The breakfast-kitchen is practical offering a range of base and wall units, sunken Belfast style sink, timber work surface, an electric cooker with five ring hob and space for a fridge freeze and washer/dryer. To the rear of the kitchen is a useful breakfast/dining area, featuring a log burner with brick surround and double doors granting access to the garden. Upstairs the landing gives access to two of the four bedrooms and the bathroom. Bedroom one is a large double that features exposed beams and a triple built in wardrobe. The second bedroom is again a large double, with white painted exposed beams and having a duel aspect. The enchanting bathroom features more exposed beams, a stand-alone roll-top bath, low level wc and hand basin. The second floor is accessed via a quirky staircase. Latched wooden doors lead to bedroom three, a double room with white painted beams. Bedroom four is a single bedroom with window over the rear garden. Both of the second floor bedrooms have high beamed ceilings that reach into the eaves and would be ideal for use as children's bedrooms or would work just as well as study areas or hobby rooms as they are private and enchanting. Outside the pretty wall and fenced garden offers privacy and intimacy. There is a patio area ideal for sitting and enjoying the sunshine and an ideal place at the rear of the garden in which to position a pergola, giving covered enjoyment of the garden for when the weather is inclement. Access to the garden is gained via a back door from the kitchen and also double doors from the breakfast area.
To the front of the property, there is on-street parking directly in front of the property and access through the single garage leads to the garden. A row of hanging baskets, set agains the white render and black exposed timbers and a charming red postbox and front door complete the look of this charming property.
Situated on a no-through road in the pretty village of Walcote, there are beautiful countryside walks just a stones throw from the front door, including the addition of the WW1 heritage trail. The property is ideally situated for commuters too, with its position being just a few miles from the M1, M6 and A14 Motorway network. Local rail services can also be easily accessed at both Market Harborough and Rugby, just a 15 min drive away.
This property includes:
Additional Information:
The property already offers versatile accommodation however, could be further enhanced by the addition of a downstairs shower room.
The thatch roof adds a unique look to the cottage. It keeps out rainwater, can stand up to heavy winds and can last up to 60 years with proper care and maintenance. All in all it gives the property a timeless look that turns heads. We have been advised by the current owners that the thatch is still of good quality but will require replacing in the future. Consideration of this cost has been reflected in the asking price.
This unique and interesting character property is waiting for someone to walk in and fall in love with all it has to offer. It really does require internal inspection to be fully appreciated.
Marketed by EweMove Sales & Lettings (Lutterworth) - Property Reference 39373
The cottage, built Late seventeenth / early eighteenth century, is steeped in local history and over the years has been upgraded and sympathetically maintained so as not to ruin its heritage. The property offers a wealth of character including original exposed timbers, wooden latched doors, a number of feature fireplaces and timber window frames. The dual aspect living room proudly boasts a spectacular inglenook fireplace with open fire and exposed timbers and a box bay window to the front aspect. The dual aspect dining room benefits from a further inglenook fireplace with flame-effect electric fire and views over the pretty rear garden. The breakfast-kitchen is practical offering a range of base and wall units, sunken Belfast style sink, timber work surface, an electric cooker with five ring hob and space for a fridge freeze and washer/dryer. To the rear of the kitchen is a useful breakfast/dining area, featuring a log burner with brick surround and double doors granting access to the garden. Upstairs the landing gives access to two of the four bedrooms and the bathroom. Bedroom one is a large double that features exposed beams and a triple built in wardrobe. The second bedroom is again a large double, with white painted exposed beams and having a duel aspect. The enchanting bathroom features more exposed beams, a stand-alone roll-top bath, low level wc and hand basin. The second floor is accessed via a quirky staircase. Latched wooden doors lead to bedroom three, a double room with white painted beams. Bedroom four is a single bedroom with window over the rear garden. Both of the second floor bedrooms have high beamed ceilings that reach into the eaves and would be ideal for use as children's bedrooms or would work just as well as study areas or hobby rooms as they are private and enchanting. Outside the pretty wall and fenced garden offers privacy and intimacy. There is a patio area ideal for sitting and enjoying the sunshine and an ideal place at the rear of the garden in which to position a pergola, giving covered enjoyment of the garden for when the weather is inclement. Access to the garden is gained via a back door from the kitchen and also double doors from the breakfast area.
To the front of the property, there is on-street parking directly in front of the property and access through the single garage leads to the garden. A row of hanging baskets, set agains the white render and black exposed timbers and a charming red postbox and front door complete the look of this charming property.
Situated on a no-through road in the pretty village of Walcote, there are beautiful countryside walks just a stones throw from the front door, including the addition of the WW1 heritage trail. The property is ideally situated for commuters too, with its position being just a few miles from the M1, M6 and A14 Motorway network. Local rail services can also be easily accessed at both Market Harborough and Rugby, just a 15 min drive away.
This property includes:
- Hallway
Painted timber front entrance door. Exposed timber beams. Under stairs storage cupboard. Radiator. Two windows to side. - Living Room
3.96m x 4.84m (19.2 sqm) - 12' 11" x 15' 10" (206 sqft)
Box bay window to front. Window to side. Two internal windows into hall. Feature inglenook fireplace with exposed brickwork and open fire. Radiator - Dining Room
5.2m x 2.5m (13 sqm) - 17' x 8' 2" (140 sqft)
Windows to both sides. Timber ceiling beams and wall frame. Brick fireplace with electric flame-effect fire. Radiator. - Kitchen / Breakfast Room
7.49m x 1.8m (13.4 sqm) - 24' 6" x 5' 10" (145 sqft)
Glazed French doors and Log burner to the rear. Fitted with a range of wall and floor mounted units with timber worktops. Belfast style sink. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for cooker with extractor hood over. Integrated fridge. Integrated freezer. Integrated dishwasher. Tiled splash backs and flooring. Exposed ceiling beams.and timber glazed rear back door through to the garden, - Landing
Window to side. Radiator. Timber ceiling beams and wall framework. - Bedroom 1
3.35m x 3.75m (12.5 sqm) - 10' 11" x 12' 3" (135 sqft)
Window to front. Built in wardrobes. Radiator. Timber ceiling beams and wall frame - Bedroom 2
5.44m x 2.84m (15.4 sqm) - 17' 10" x 9' 3" (166 sqft)
Windows to both sides. White painted exposed timber ceiling beams and framework. Radiator. - Bedroom 3
3.04m x 3.69m (11.2 sqm) - 9' 11" x 12' 1" (120 sqft)
Window to front. White painted exposed timber beams and framework. Radiator. - Bedroom 4
3.14m x 2.48m (7.7 sqm) - 10' 3" x 8' 1" (83 sqft)
Exposed timber beams. Window to side. Radiator - Bathroom
1.75m x 2.74m (4.7 sqm) - 5' 8" x 8' 11" (51 sqft)
Window to side. Three piece white suite comprising W/C, wash hand basin and free standing claw foot bath with shower mixer tap over. Timber ceiling beams and framework. Timber floor boards and radiator. - Garage (Single)
2.94m x 1.81m (5.3 sqm) - 9' 7" x 5' 11" (57 sqft)
Timber double doors to front and rear. Please note the Garage is not deep enough to take a standard car but it could be modified in order to allow a vehicle to pass through if off-road parking is required. - Garden
Mainly laid to lawn with gravelled areas. Range of plant borders. Water point. Enclosed by brick wall. Brick storage cupboard to the back of the garage/store.
Please note, all dimensions are approximate / maximums and should not be relied upon for the purposes of floor coverings.
Additional Information:
The property already offers versatile accommodation however, could be further enhanced by the addition of a downstairs shower room.
The thatch roof adds a unique look to the cottage. It keeps out rainwater, can stand up to heavy winds and can last up to 60 years with proper care and maintenance. All in all it gives the property a timeless look that turns heads. We have been advised by the current owners that the thatch is still of good quality but will require replacing in the future. Consideration of this cost has been reflected in the asking price.
This unique and interesting character property is waiting for someone to walk in and fall in love with all it has to offer. It really does require internal inspection to be fully appreciated.
Marketed by EweMove Sales & Lettings (Lutterworth) - Property Reference 39373
