Carlow Road, Ringstead, Northamptonshire, NN14

Nestled in a peaceful village setting with countryside views, this attractive two-bedroom bungalow offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking countryside living with scope and versatility. The property is complemented by an agricultural barn and adjoining paddock, making it ideal for equestrian use, smallholding pursuits or simply enjoying additional outdoor space.

The Bungalow

Offered to the market for the very first time since its construction approximately 16 years ago, this attractive and well-maintained detached bungalow provides spacious and versatile single-storey living, ideally suited to a range of buyers. The accommodation is thoughtfully laid out and comprises a welcoming sitting room featuring a log-burning stove. At the heart of the home is a superb open-plan kitchen / dining / breakfast room, offering a sociable and practical space ideal for everyday living and entertaining, complemented by a separate utility room. There are two generous double bedrooms, both well-proportioned, along with a family bathroom fitted with a modern suite. Externally, the property benefits from a low-maintenance gravelled driveway providing off-road parking to the front. To the rear, there is an enclosed garden, providing a private outdoor space perfect for relaxation or entertaining. Further features include oil-fired central heating, UPVC double glazing (truncated)

The Land

A particular feature of the property is the inclusion of a range of useful outbuildings and land, making it ideal for those seeking a more rural lifestyle or smallholding potential. The property is offered with a substantial agricultural steel-framed barn measuring approx. 339 m sq (3600 sq ft), providing excellent storage or workspace, together with an approx. 70ft long polytunnel, well-suited to horticultural use or growing projects. The land extends to form an L-shaped paddock, offering flexibility for a variety of uses, whether for grazing, leisure, or gardening pursuits. In total, the grounds measure approximately 1.4 acres, and are noted for being relatively level, making them easily accessible and practical to maintain. This appealing combination of outbuildings and land enhances the overall versatility of the property and presents an excellent opportunity for those with equestrian, smallholding or lifestyle interests.

Location

Ringstead itself is a well-regarded village with a range of local amenities including a primary school, village shop, public houses and countryside walks, whilst nearby market towns such as Thrapston, Raunds and the popular Rushden Lakes provide further facilities. The property lies just off the A6, providing direct access north towards Rushden and Bedford, and south towards Kettering and Wellingborough where a wider range of shopping, schooling and leisure facilities can be found. For commuters, the A14 offers fast connections to the A1/M1 corridors, linking the area to Cambridge, Huntingdon, and the wider motorway network. The A45 dual carriageway is also easily accessible, providing a direct route to Northampton and Wellingborough. Rail services are available from Wellingborough railway station (approximately 6–7 miles away), offering regular and direct services to London St Pancras International in around 60 minutes.

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Registered Title

Title Number: NN235952.

Services

Electric is connected to the site, along with mains water and mains sewerage. The central heating and hot water are via an oil-fired boiler with oil tank situated in the front driveway. Interested parties are advised to make enquiries with the relevant utility companies.

Method of Sale

The freehold is for sale with vacant possession upon completion.

Energy Performance Certificate

The EPC rating for the property is C (70).

Council Tax Band

Council tax band C.

Local Authority

North Northamptonshire Council Municipal Offices, Bowling Green Road, Kettering NN15 7QX. Tel: . (northnorthants.gov.uk)

Viewing

Strictly by appointment only

Rights of Way

We are not aware of any rights of way across the land however any interested party is encouraged to make their own enquiries.

Overage

There will be an uplift on the agricultural barn and paddock value for any use other than for horticultural, agricultural, equestrian or recreational use. This being 30% of the uplift in value, for 30 years, less the purchase price and the reasonable cost of obtaining such consent.

Agents Note

The property has a CPH (County Parish Holding) number 29/239/0046.