Westhorpe Mews, BYFIELD, Northamptonshire

An individual two-bedroom property, tucked away within a small and secluded Mews development. Offering well-proportioned accommodation, the property retains plenty of character, with exposed beams and attractive stone and brickwork features. The accommodation comprises an entrance porch, fitted kitchen/breakfast room, lounge/dining room, two bedrooms and bathroom. Further benefits include a recently refitted gas boiler and UPVC double glazing. Outside, a delightful paved courtyard garden provides space for outdoor seating and dining. Conveniently situated within the heart of Byfield, the property is within easy reach of the village's many amenities.

GROUND FLOOR 

Entrance Porch
Entered via a UPVC double glazed front door, the entrance porch provides a useful introduction to the property, with two full-length UPVC double glazed windows to the front elevation allowing plenty of natural light into the space.  The porch benefits from flagstone flooring and a good-sized storage cupboard housing the recently refitted gas boiler, which serves the gas central heating system and domestic hot water. The cupboard also accommodates the electric meter box and offers ample storage.  A wooden stable-style door with glazed upper section leads through to the kitchen/breakfast room.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Fitted approximately four years ago, the kitchen/breakfast room offers a practical and sociable space, fitted with a range of base and eye-level units complemented by work surfaces incorporating a one-and-a-half bowl sink unit.  Integrated appliances include an inset gas hob with Bosch extractor hood over, an inset double oven and an inset fridge/freezer. There is also space for a slimline dishwasher and washing machine.  A useful breakfast bar, with wooden work surface and space beneath for bar stools, provides an ideal informal dining and socialising area.  The room retains plenty of character, with painted ceiling beams adding to the individual feel of the property. A wide opening leads through to the lounge/dining room.

Lounge/Dining Room
A particularly attractive reception room, continuing the characterful feel of the property with exposed painted ceiling beams.  An appealing feature is the arched exposed stone and brickwork surrounding the double glazed French doors, which open onto the front courtyard garden and provide a lovely connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces.  An understairs storage cupboard provides useful additional storage. There are wall light points, and the room enjoys a pleasant west-facing aspect, allowing it to benefit from the afternoon and evening sunshine.  A double glazed, fully panelled door, which has been sealed, also leads through to the porch.  Stairs rise to the first floor.

FIRST FLOOR

Landing
The first floor landing continues the character of the property, with exposed beams and high ceilings. A skylight provides plenty of natural light, creating a bright landing area.  There is access to a good-sized roof space, offering ample storage, together with a large airing cupboard fitted with shelving and providing further useful storage.

Bedroom One
A well-proportioned bedroom with a double glazed window to the front elevation and built-in wardrobes providing useful hanging and storage space.

Bedroom Two
A second bedroom with a double glazed window to the front elevation. A cupboard over the stairs provides additional hanging and storage space.

Bathroom
The bathroom is presented in good order and retains the characterful features found throughout the property, including exposed beams to both the ceiling and walls.  A skylight provides plenty of natural light, while the bathroom suite comprises a low-level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and panelled bath with mixer tap over. A separate electric shower is fitted above the bath, together with a shower screen.  Further features include tiling to the splashback areas and wood panelling to the walls.

OUTSIDE
To the front of the property is a delightful paved courtyard area, providing an attractive and relatively private space for outdoor seating. There is ample room for a bistro table and chairs, making it ideal for enjoying a morning coffee or al fresco dining.  The paved courtyard is complemented by planted borders, with a pathway providing access to the front entrance door.

Further Useful Information
This property is situated within a small and secluded mews development, accessed via an archway leading from Bell Lane into Westhorpe Mews.  On-street parking is available nearby.

LOCATION

This property is conveniently situated in the heart of Byfield with many amenities close by.  Byfield is a thriving village offering many amenities and has a strong sense of community.  There is a GP surgery with pharmacy, village shop with post office, petrol station with essential shopping and the Cross Tree Inn public house.  There are numerous clubs and societies within the village to include bowls, football, cricket and tennis as well as an active village hall with regular events and social functions and a nearby children’s play area.  In addition, there is a village primary school and nursery. There is also a bus stop within walking distance providing an hourly service to neighbouring villages and towns to include Daventry and Banbury.

The towns of Daventry, Banbury, Towcester, Northampton and Milton Keynes are within travelling distance and provide more extensive shopping, recreational and cultural facilities.  Communication links include the M40 motorway (J11) at Banbury (approx 9 miles) and M1 (J16) (approx. 12 miles).  The closest railway station is Banbury (approx 15 miles) or Leamington Spa (approx. 17 miles) and there is a regular bus service to Banbury and Daventry.

Byfield is within easy reach of local attractions including Canons Ashby National Trust (5 miles) and Farnborough Hall (8 miles), plus the Grade I listed Tudor home of the Washington family, Sulgrave Manor (8 miles). The National Herb Centre is at Warmington (10.7 miles). There is an RC racing facility at Nemo Racing (10 miles) and the Silverstone racing circuit is 15 miles away.

VIEWINGS
Your local EXP Agent, Debbie Cox can offer flexible viewing times, including out of hours.  Please call Debbie direct to request a viewing on or email debbie. .

LOCAL AUTHORITY

West Northamptonshire Council.  

ENERGY CERTIFICATE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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.  Only fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale, all other items are specifically excluded.  Photographs and other media are provided for general information and items shown are not included in the sale unless specified in the sale particulars.  Where property alterations to the property have been undertaken, buyers should check that relevant permissions have been obtained.  None of the fixtures, fittings, services and appliances have been tested by the agent, are not certified or warranted in any way and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.  Floorplans are provided for reference only and measurements are approximate.  Purchasers are responsible to make their own enquiries with the appropriate authorities in relation to the location, adequacy and availability of mains water, electricity, gas, drainage and any other services.  If you have any particular questions, let us know and we will verify it for you.  These particulars do not constitute all or part of a contract. The full EPC report can be located at or contact the agent for a copy in PDF format.