LOCATION
The well-appointed village of Braunston sits on a hill above the A45 and at the historic junction of the Grand Union Canal and the Oxford Canal. The village offers a wide range of amenities, including several welcoming pubs (The Boathouse, The Admiral Nelson, The Old Plough, and The Wheatsheaf), a village shop with Post Office services, a fish and chip shop, hairdressers, a butchers, and a primary school.
At the heart of the village stands All Saints’ Church, often called the "Cathedral of the Canals." Its striking spire is a well-known landmark, visible from both road and canal, and draws many visitors.
Nearby, Braunston Marina is a popular destination, renowned for its beauty and its vibrant boating community. It regularly hosts events, including the annual Braunston Historic Narrowboat Rally, attracting enthusiasts from across the country.
The village benefits from excellent transport links, with strong road connections via the A45 and convenient rail services from nearby towns. Sitting on the Northamptonshire/Warwickshire border, Braunston combines rural charm with accessibility, making it a highly sought-after location.
GROUND FLOOR
The property is entered via a modern composite front door into a welcoming hallway featuring attractive oak and glass balustrading, laminate flooring, a radiator, useful under-stairs storage cupboard, and contemporary slatted doors leading to the principal ground-floor rooms.
To the front of the property is a stylish kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with a range of modern grey wall, base and deep drawer units complemented by wood-block work surfaces and matching upstands. Additional features include a stainless-steel sink with chrome mixer tap, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge/freezer, space for a range cooker, laminate flooring, and a front-facing double-glazed window.
A useful cloakroom comprises a modern white suite with low-level WC, wall-mounted wash hand basin, laminate flooring, and an obscure double-glazed side window.
The heart of the home is the open-plan living and dining area. The dining/family space enjoys excellent natural light from a side-facing double-glazed window and offers ample room for entertaining. A large square archway leads through to the stunning sitting area, featuring a vaulted ceiling with two skylights, bi-folding doors opening directly onto the rear garden, additional side window, and a stylish cast-iron wood-burning stove creating a warm focal point.
FIRST FLOOR
To the first floor, the landing provides access to the loft space and all bedrooms via contemporary slatted doors.
The principal bedroom is positioned to the front of the property and benefits from a double-glazed window and radiator. Bedroom two enjoys attractive countryside views across the rooftops to the rear and includes a built-in wardrobe and storage cupboard. Bedroom three also overlooks the rear with similar countryside views.
Completing the accommodation is the family bathroom, featuring a modern three-piece white suite comprising a panelled bath with chrome mixer taps and Mira twin-head shower over, wash hand basin with vanity drawers beneath, low-level WC, heated towel rail, and attractive tiling to the walls and floor.
OUTSIDE
Externally, the landscaped rear garden is a particular feature of the property. Enclosed by timber fencing, it offers a paved patio adjoining the house, a lawn with well-stocked borders planted with shrubs, flowers and climbing plants, and a further decked seating area perfectly positioned to enjoy views back towards the property. Additional benefits include a large timber workshop/shed, gravelled area, outside tap, and a brick-built storage shed.
Double timber gates provide vehicular access into the rear garden, offering extensive off-road parking suitable for several vehicles, including caravans and motorhomes. To the front, the property enjoys a generous lawned frontage and driveway leading to the gated rear parking area.
AGENTS NOTES
Additional information about the property, including details of utility providers, is available upon request. Please contact the agent for further details. The rear driveway was blocked paved by the previous owner , however its not officially in the properties title deed.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
West Northamptonshire Council
Angel Street
Northampton
Tel:0300-126700
Council Tax Band-B
VIEWING
Strictly by prior appointment via the agents Howkins & Harrison. Contact Tel:01327-316880.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those items in the nature of fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. Other items are specifically excluded. None of the appliances have been tested by the agents and they are not certified or warranted in any way.
SERVICES
None of the services have been tested and purchasers should note that it is their specific responsibility to make their own enquiries of the appropriate authorities as to the location, adequacy and availability of mains water, electricity, gas and drainage services.
FLOORPLAN
Howkins and Harrison provide these plans for reference only - they are not to scale.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Every care has been taken with the preparation of these Sales Particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. In all cases, buyers should verify matters for themselves. Where property alterations have been undertaken buyers should check that relevant permissions have been obtained. If there is any point, which is of particular importance let us know and we will verify it for you. These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract. All measurements are approximate. The Fixtures, Fittings, Services & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are provided for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included in the sale. Plans are provided for general guidance and are not to scale.
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