Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

2 SHEEP STREET

It is for logistical family reasons that the owner is saying farewell to this lovely home but who can feel justly proud in the achievement in giving back this house its unique character.

It is now ready to welcome new owners to unpack their bags and enjoy living in this special home in such a convenient location

An attractive detached Georgian house centrally located within this very well-served and popular market town. The cottage offers a cosy lounge and separate dining room both with open fireplaces, kitchen/ breakfast, pantry, shower room, WC. There are 3 double bedrooms and a re-fitted shower room. Benefits from gas central heating, replacement windows, 15m x 13.5m front garden, on road parking, no chain.

ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY

GROUND FLOOR

The house has a central Upvc casement door to an inner hall with a radiator. There is a pine ledge and braced door and wide stairs that rise gently to the first floor. An original leaded light internal window provides a charming peak of the living room fireplace. The dining room is a bright reception room with an operational open fireplace with cast-iron surround and a slate hearth. Tiled floor, radiator, track lighting, wall light points, display niche. There is a full height front window allowing an unspoilt view of the garden, open walkway to the living room. A private and cosy lounge with an operational fireplace with jade inset tiling and a wooden surround and tiled hearth. TV and telephone points, floor tiles, wall light points. Two radiators, display alcove, front window with pleasant views.

Steps from the dining room lead to the very recently fitted Wren kitchen offering a good range of cream fronted base units with an integrated CDA dishwasher, and a Hoover washer/dryer. Matching eye-level cupboards with built in extractor fan, ample work surface areas with a Quartz grey sink unit and mixer tap. Radiator, ceiling beams, front window. Spacious fitted pantry with base units, wood panelled wall and shelving. Worcester gas-fired boiler, front window. Off the kitchen is a lobby area with a double-glazed casement door to the frontage, cupboard housing the fridge/freezer with a power source. Coat hooks, radiator, down lighters. A small step leads to a wet room with a quality power shower, hinged shower door and full length shower panels. Tiled floor, towel pegs, down lighters. The adjacent cloakroom has a white low-level WC with an inset wash hand basin. Vinyl flooring, dado rail, radiator, wall vent, opaque window.

Seller Insight

Just minutes from the centre of the vibrant market town of Winslow, is the convenient location for this impressive home. An incredibly pretty house quietly tucked away and accessed via its gate from the road, from which the house and garden gently unfold. A Georgian property purchased by its present owner just two years ago, since when it has been lovingly restored and returned to its unique past.

There is a natural stylish elegance here in this light filled home with accommodation which is practical, compact and utterly fascinating. Its main living space has interconnecting reception/dining rooms each with its own distinctive personality and each containing a period fireplace; so warm and welcoming, particularly on cold winter days. It is a special home in which to welcome friends and family for get togethers whatever the occasion.

The garden is accessed from the main doors and leads onto a spacious patio containing a pergola which is an idyllic location for relaxation and, also, for al fresco dining, or friendly summer BBQs. Fruit trees have been introduced, as have raised beds for vegetable growing. A special, tranquil, space with a backdrop of the garden being the majestic parkland which is part of historic Winslow Hall, designed by Christopher Wren, and which is located nearby.

Winslow does have a strong sense of community with many events taking place throughout the year, one being the Winslow Country Show, whilst the weekly market is very popular. Schools and sports amenities are easy to access and there are plenty of walks through local countryside to explore. Buckingham is nearby which has good choice of supermarkets, with the renowned retail Bicester Village being very close. The glorious city of Oxford is within easy reach and Milton Keynes is also close which is where the main line station is located for access into the capital and to all parts of the land. In addition, a new railway station, in Winslow, is nearing completion which will add to the convenience of this location.

It is for logistical family reasons that the owner is saying farewell to this lovely home but who can feel justly proud in the achievement in giving back this house its unique character. It is now ready to welcome new owners to unpack their bags and enjoy living in this special home in such a convenient location.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

FIRST FLOOR

An impressive wide Georgian staircase with carpet runners takes you up to the spacious landing. Loft access hatch, rear window, radiator, down lighters and a spot light. The main bedroom is a very pleasant room with exposed painted floor boards, cast-iron ornamental fireplace, ceiling beams. Cupboard houses the RCD consumer unit and electric meter, walk in wardrobe, front window with exceptional views over the garden and parkland beyond. The second bedroom also has painted floor boards, radiator, cast-iron fireplace, window with fine open views. The 3rd double bedroom also has an ornamental cast-iron fireplace, exposed floor boards, ceiling beams, radiator, front window. The re-fitted shower room has a corner wash-hand basin with storage beneath, low-level WC, radiator. Shower enclosure with a quality fitted power shower, full length shower panels, sliding shower door. Loft access, down lighters, front window.

OUTSIDE Front Garden

The garden is situated to the front of the property and is predominantly westfacing. There is 5ft brick walling enclosing the southern boundary with a side pedestrian gate. The other two boundaries have a combination of slatted, closeboarded and some trellis wooden fencing permitting views of the parkland behind belonging to the stunning Winslow Hall that is just across the road, so you get an unspoilt view of this fabulous house. The garden is almost exclusively laid to lawn with a small fishpond and two well-stocked flower borders with shrubs, annuals, snowdrops and several young fruit trees. There is a summerhouse just inside the rear fence with decking and some vegetable beds as well as a fine Silver birch tree. There is a private terrace next to the house with a wisteria clad pergola, garden lighting, power supply and a cold-water tap. The garden measures on average 13.5m across and around 14.8m deep and is a real feature of the property.

Parking Arrangements

Free parking is only available across the road or within The Bell Hotel car park situated directly behind the house. The current owner has been able to park in one of the 4 bays directly behind the property or within the larger hotel car park by the long standing hotel owner. We of course cannot guarantee that this arrangement will continue going forwards. There is parking in the Market Place a short walk away, but this naturally has an associated cost.

LOCATION

Winslow is a very attractive and historic market town first mentioned in 792 when King Offa granted the area to St.Albans Abbey. It is situated just 6 miles from Buckingham and 7 miles from Bletchley, Milton Keyes, the A413 connects to Aylesbury. Both Horn Street and the High Street retain the original layout of the 13th century, with many beautiful half-timbered buildings still evident from the 16th and 17th centuries. A bustling market has been held in the market square since 1235. The 13th century parish church of St.Laurence has attracted many famous visitors over the years including the Queen Mother. The current town has a charming mixture of restaurants, public houses, shops and an antique centre. Each August bank Holiday Monday the Winslow Show attracts many thousands of visitors to its horse show, dog show and other traditional activities. The Winslow Hall Opera performs in the grounds of Winslow Hall and The Wadden Chase fox hunt meets in Winslow Market Square every Boxing Day attracting close to 1,000 visitors. There is an excellent choice of both state and independent schooling in Winslow, the Buckingham school (secondary modern, the Royal Latin Grammar school and the world renowned Stowe school. The new East-West Rail station should be complete in 2025 connecting to Oxford, Cambridge Milton Keynes Central and London. It’s a wonderful location betwixt The Chilterns and The Cotswolds, both Silverstone and Stratford are a short drive away.

Local Authority

Buckinghamshire Council.

Telephone (0300) 131 6000.

Council Tax Band ‘E’.

Current Payable £2,731.25p (April 2023 to March 2024).

Services

Mains electricity, water, drainage, BT, gas-fired central heating to ra diators.

Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage

Ultrafast broadband speed is available in the area with predicted highest available download speeds of 1,000Mbps, and highest available upload speeds of 1,000Mbps. There is 4G mobile signal in the area (02, Three, Vodafone, Asda, EE), we advise you to check with your mobile phone provider.

Website

For more information visit F & C Microsite www.banbury@fineandcountry.com

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm

Saturday 9.00am - 4.30pm

Sunday By appointment only

Viewing Arrangements

Through the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on either (01295) 239665 or (07761) 439927.

Directions

If you enter Winslow from Buckingham on the main A413, stay on the main High Street passing the new mainline train station on your right which is nearing completion. Go directly over the roundabout passing the petrol station again on your right hand side. As you approach the T-junction, swing left in to Sheep Street and the cottage can then be easily found on your right with a Fine & Country for sale board outside.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 08.03.3034

CHRISTOPHER E MOBBS FNAEA CPEA PARTNER AGENT

Fine & Country Banbury

36 years experience | 07761 439927 | DD: (01295) 239665 email: chris.mobbs@fineandcountry.com

Chris was born and educated in Banbury and has been a senior and key member of Fine & Country since he joined in January 2003. He is a long standing and active fellow of the National Association of Estate Agents and joined the industry in May 1986. Chris is a consummate professional accepting only the highest standards of marketing, integrity and customer care. He also holds the CPEA qualification gained in 1993 after 2 years studying property law, sales & marketing and building construction. Chris has lived in Hanwell for over 33 years with Elizabeth, (his wife of 38 years), so is without doubt a local property expert!

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