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LITTLE HERMITAGE IS A FINE EXAMPLE OF A RESTORED COTTAGE, COMBINING PERIOD FEATURES WITH MODERN BENEFITS AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL, ALL SET IN THIS CAREFULLY PRESERVED AND ATTRACTIVE VILLAGE.

Little Hermitage is a pretty Grade II Listed cottage of historic interest which has recently been comprehensively restored and most stylishly presented. Inside the rooms are refreshingly light with dual aspects and above average ceiling heights for a period cottage. The renovation pays respect to the character features of original fireplaces, exposed stone work and beams whilst having new quality kitchen, utility, shower room and family bathroom.

The ground floor offers a flexible layout with two living rooms set off a spacious and welcoming central hall and the kitchen has been imaginatively extended creating a breakfast/dining area with a vaulted ceiling and inclusion of Velux windows which allow extra light into the room.

Having two staircases the first floor accommodation is equally flexible. From the hall staircase a landing leads to the main bedroom, a further bedroom and a most stylishly tiled and fitted bathroom which compliments the period feel of the cottage. From the second staircase there are three rooms which can be arranged as three bedrooms or a larger bedroom with ensuite and an additional bedroom. (we are informed by the owners plumbing is in situ for the ensuite)

The gardens reflect the village setting having a stone walled boundary with ample parking for 5 cars or more and a detached stone built garage. Set to the rear is an enclosed garden with lawns and borders along with a decked area for barbecues and outdoor entertaining. The property is set in the heart of this attractive village which features many fine stone built properties and a pretty village green with access to footpaths providing very pleasant countryside walks.

Overall a viewing is highly recommended to appreciate this individual cottage and the lifestyle opportunity it offers.

ACCOMMODATION
Entering the cottage there is a 13ft x 10 ft hallway which has an original stone inglenook fireplace and an inset bi-ethanol fire and hearth along with exposed beams and attractive limestone flooring. Stairs rise to the first floor and doors lead to the utility, shower room and principal sitting room.
A very pleasant dual aspect living space – the sitting room has a fine inglenook with original bread oven to one corner and a chimney canopy with an inset bi-ethanol fire. There are exposed beams and a shelved area provides a display or bookcase and a door leads to the front garden.

The utility and shower room lead from the hall and both have been refitted, with the utility room having a good range of Shaker-style cupboards with a sink unit, space for washing machine, tumble dryer and the oil boiler which serves the central heating and hot water. The shower room comprises a corner shower cubicle, wash basin, we, heated towel rail and has a useful laundry/linen cupboard. Both these rooms have limestone flooring and windows to the rear.

Lying to the left of the hall, the family room is also dual aspect with a focal inglenook and exposed beams and stonework with a second staircase to the first floor and stable door to the kitchen/dining room.

Recently refitted, the kitchen has an attractive range of Shaker-style base and wall units with granite effect work surfaces and enamel sink unit with chrome up and over tap. There is a built-in dishwasher and the Stoves range cooker and American-style fridge freezer are available subject to negotiation. A breakfast bar with cupboards over then leads to the vaulted extension which has ample space for a good sized table and chairs and being triple aspect and with Velux windows, the two rooms are particularly light – a handy rear porch leads to the rear garden and provides space for coats and wellington boots.

FIRST FLOOR
Off the main staircase is the master bedroom which is a good sized, dual aspect room and has a fitted wardrobe to one wall along with a vanity desk unit and chest of drawers. A second bedroom also has a fitted wardrobe with window to the front aspect.

The owners have refitted the family bathroom with a stylish suite and ceramic tiling to the splash and floor areas. The suite itself comprises a free-standing bath with chrome heritage-style taps and shower attachment, a wc and a quality marble topped vanity unit with inset washbasin. There is a chrome towel rail and shelved recess for display or towel storage.

Leading from the second staircase there is a single bedroom or study area with access to the loft and a door leads to two further interconnecting bedrooms. These rooms could easily be combined to form one larger bedroom.

OUTSIDE
An attractive stone walled boundary leads to a gravel parking area for five to six cars which has neat planted borders and a pathway leads to the cottage and gated rear garden access. Around the garden there are sensor lights to illuminate the drive, a water tap and power point.

The detached garage has an up and over door along with power and light with a door to the rear garden.

The rear garden has well stocked cottage borders with assorted plants and flowers set around well-kept lawns. Situated at the end, there is a decked and covered pergola which provides seating and an area for barbecues.

The boundaries are fully enclosed and there is a power point and courtesy lighting.

LOCATION
Stoke Goldington is a popular village located almost midway between Milton Keynes and Northampton, surrounded by picturesque countryside on the edge of the Ouse valley. The village retains good facilities including a primary school, village hall, playing field with tennis court and The Lamb public house. The pretty market town of Olney, with further schooling and local shopping, is only about four miles away. Milton Keynes lies about nine miles to the south and offers extensive shopping and leisure facilities as well as a mainline railway station with trains reaching Euston from 32 minutes travel time. The M1 Junction 14 is about 7 miles away.

PROPERTY INFORMATION
Services: Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil c/h to rads
Local Authority: Milton Keynes Council.
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Outgoings: Council Tax Band “G”
Tenure: Freehold.
EPC Rating: “Exempt”
Viewing: Strictly by appointment through the sole agents Jackson-Stops. 1 Market Place, Woburn, MK17 9PZ.
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