Southam, Warwickshire

STEP INSIDE

Old Forge

This Grade II listed cottage is beautifully presented and offers a unique blend of charm and character. It sits on a plot of around 0.2 acres and boasts approximately 1500ft2 of accommodation. The cottage has been superbly renovated and features elements dating back to the 18th century. Overall, this immaculately presented cottage provides a spacious and charming living space, blending historical elements with modern comforts. Knightcote is a hamlet situated in the county of Warwickshire in the parish of Burton Dassett and offers easy access to the motorway network just 5 minutes’ away.

Upon entering the cottage, you are immediately greeted by the characterful interior, with exposed stonework, beams, and timbers. The bespoke open plan kitchen/dining area is thoughtfully designed and includes a comprehensive range of fitted furniture and appliances. The kitchen seamlessly flows into a stunning family area, complete with flagstone flooring and a wood burner, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Off the living room is the separate dining area with exposed beams and feature fireplace. This leads you through in to the cosy family room with wood burner, an ideal space for an office or additional downstairs bedroom accommodation. Additionally, there is a utility room located off the family room. This utility room features provides extra storage, as well as space and plumbing for a washing machine, and downstairs wc.

Moving to the first floor, you will find two of the three double bedrooms and family bathroom. The family bathroom is particularly spacious, featuring a bath with shower over and large vanity unit.

Ascending up the second staircase from the living room, you will discover the third bedroom with separate wc.

Outside

To the front of the property there is parking for several vehicles. The main garden is situated to the front and side of the property and has been beautifully landscaped. There are two seating areas, one being a spacious area in the back corner and the other being in the private courtyard to the rear. This area is your own little haven with space for a hot tub and table and chairs, prefect for al fresco dining and entertaining.

LOCATION

Knightcote is a hamlet nestling in the county of Warwickshire. It is a rural settlement and has a great community spirit. Knightcote grew as a village due to the good water at the spring, at Springwell farm. The spring is clearly viewed on the roadside as you walk around the village. There is great access to motorway links, including the M40 which is just a short journey down the road, acting as a convenient area for commuting to Birmingham, Coventry and London. Convenient rail links are easily picked up at Leamington Spa, Warwick Parkway or Banbury. Fenny Compton is the closest primary school to Knightcote with Southam and Kineton being good choices for secondary schooling. There is also wide variety of private schools within Warwick, Stratford upon Avon and Leamington Spa. Positioned in the heart of England the county is famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare. There are no cities in Warwickshire since both Coventry and Birmingham were incorporated into the West Midlands County in 1974 and are now metropolitan authorities in themselves. Warwickshire hosts several key towns including Leamington Spa, Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, Kenilworth, Henley In Arden and Rugby to name a few. The northern tip of the county is only three miles from the Derbyshire border. An average-sized English county covering an area of almost 2,000 km2, it runs some 60 miles north to south. Equivalently it extends as far north as Shrewsbury in Shropshire and as far south as Banbury in north Oxfordshire.

Services

The property is understood to have mains water, electricity, telephone and drainage. The central heating is oil fired.

Local Authority

Stratford-upon-Avon District Council Council Tax Band: G

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01926 455950.

Website

For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/uk/ Leamington-Spa

Directions

Heading through Knightcote on the Knightcote Road from Bishops Itchington the property is situated on the left-hand side.

Guide price £650,000

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. Copyright © 2023 Fine & Country Ltd.

Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 08775854. VAT No. 178 445 472. Registered Office: F&C Stratford upon Avon Ltd, 1 Regent Street, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 2PE. Printed 24.07.2023