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"Welcome to Ivy Cottage, a charming period home, formed from a country house conversion, and offering over 2,000 square feet of refined, flexible living. With reception hall, sitting room with inglenook fireplace, conservatory, dining room, study, farmhouse style kitchen and four double bedrooms, two ensuites and family bathroom, as well as ample garaging workshop space and off road parking, it is ideal for both growing families and downsizers alike.

Accommodation A welcoming reception hall greets you as you step inside. Ahead, glazed double doors lead through to the study, which in turn provides access to the garden beyond. To the right corner of the hall, you will find the guest cloakroom which offers space for hanging coats as well.

The luxury kitchen has been refitted with an extensive range of wall and base units, as well as a central island, which offer ample storage, while stone counter tops, above, provide plenty of work surface space with a ceramic Belfast sink .There is a range style oven and plumbing and space for a washing machine. In addition is an integral tumble dryer. The kitchen features integrated appliances including a dishwasher and fridge freezer. Natural light fills the space through windows to the front and double doors to the rear.

Across the hall an open archway leads through to an elegant dining room. Period charm is in abundance with the exposed beams and a feature range oven. To the rear corner of this spacious reception room, you will find a staircase which leads up and built in storage underneath. The elegant sitting room feels spacious and cosy; a striking, exposed brick Inglenook fireplace frames the cast iron solid fuel burning stove, providing the perfect focal point to the room. Double doors at the rear lead through to the conservatory which enjoys an attractive view of the walled garden beyond.

The sense of space continues upstairs with the split level landing offering a bright, sunny sitting area as well as further study reading nook. This latter space could offer scope for further fitted storage. The master bedroom has a walk in wardrobe and further fitted wardrobes, a period fireplace, views of the garden and paddock common land beyond and an ensuite room with luxury fittings. The guest bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room. There are two further double bedrooms, one of which is currently used as a home office and has a built in walk in storage cupboard. The family bathroom has been refitted to provide a contemporary suite comprising bath with shower attachment, WC and wash hand basin.

Outside The front is accessed via a shared drive from the road and is block paved offering ample parking. To the right you will find a double garage, and a smaller single which could also serve as workshop space. There is a handy bin store, and the oil tank is tucked away out of immediate sight in the corner. The rear walled garden has been landscaped to provide a private, secure space with a shaped lawn, attractive bedding borders, water feature and extensive paved terraces that offer space for outdoor dining. To the corner of the garden is pergola with a sitting dining area beneath. It truly is the epitome of an English country garden.

Location Clipston is a thriving village close to the Leicestershire Northamptonshire borders, which is well known for quality of countryside and historic links. The village offers a popular public house, well regarded primary school and has easy access to Market Harborough which has a wide range of day to day amenities and the mainline railways station with links to St Pancras, London in under an hour.

Property Information Tenure Freehold
Local Authority West Northamptonshire Council
Listed Status Not Listed. Built Circa 1890
Conservation Area Yes, Clipston Conservation Area Tax Band E
Shared Driveway A shared driveway provides access to 5 properties, all properties contribute towards the cost of maintenance, repair and replacement of the shared driveway
Services The property is offered to the market with all mains services and oil fired central heating
Meters Has a water meter and an electric smart meter
Loft The loft is boarded, insulated, lit and has ladders
Broadband delivered to the property FTTC
Non standard construction Believed to be of standard constructed
Wayleaves, Rights of Way, Easements & Covenants Yes
Flooding issues in the last 5 years No
Accessibility Two storey dwelling. No modifications
Satnav Information The property s postcode is LE16 9RZ, and house name Ivy Cottage

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