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See how verdicts work6-bedroom semi-detached house · NN3 3HW
Sold STCReduced £20k (−2.9%) on 25 OctListed 280 days
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About
A GRAND EDWARDIAN TOWNHOUSE OVERLOOKING ABINGTON PARK.
Elmside is a substantial and imposing period property located in the Abington Park Conservation Area occupying a prominent position overlooking Abington Park itself.
The spacious and versatile living accommodation is arranged over three floors and retains many original features such as cornice work, stain glass windows, original fireplaces and picture rail together with high ceilings.
During their time at the property over the past twenty eight years or so the current owners have both maintained and improved the main house which also offers potential and further scope for modernisation.
An inspection is highly advised in order to fully appreciate the location, extent and design of this substantial home within one of Northampton’s most sought after town locations.
On the ground floor, an entrance lobby with a lovely stained glass door provides access to the main reception hall.
A grand staircase rises to the first floor landing with access provided to the principal living accommodation.
This comprises a main sitting room with a feature bay window with views of Abington Park and an original fireplace surround.
There is also a second good sized reception room with an open fireplace and bay window with door providing access to a rear terrace and gardens beyond.
Also from the main reception hall access is provided to a cloakroom and a small inner lobby which has door access to the cellar.
Beyond the inner lobby there is a kitchen/dining room with original fitted cupboards to the dining area.
Refitted by the current owners around five years ago, the kitchen area comprises a range of bespoke base and eye level units with soft close drawers together with a Shaws sink set to Cimstone worktop surfaces.
Further features include a larder store/cabinet with integrated AEG appliances to include an integrated dishwasher, microwave, electric oven, four plate induction hob with accompanying stainless steel extractor above.
There is also an integrated fridge and a separate freezer. Adjacent to the kitchen there is a utility/boot room which also has a separate W.C./second cloakroom.
Doorway access is provided to the rear terrace and gardens beyond.
On the first floor a spacious landing with a lovely stained glass feature window provides access to three double bedrooms which include a main bedroom with fitted wardrobes, feature fireplace and a bay window affording wonderful views over Abington Park.
Also to the first floor there is a refitted house bathroom comprising bath, wash hand basin, W.C., shower cubicle and a heated towel rail.
On the second floor a landing area provides access to three further double bedrooms and a second bathroom suite comprising bath, wash hand basin, shower cubicle and a W.C.
OUTSIDE To the front of Elmside there is a lawned garden with flower and shrub borders together with a pedestrian side access.
The principal gardens are situated to the rear of the house and include a paved terrace/patio area ideal for outside entertainment and alfresco dining incorporating a feature pond.
Steps rise to a raised main lawned garden area with well stocked flower and shrub borders.
There is a further seating area at the end of the garden together with a paved pathway approach to both an attached single and double garage.
PROPERTY INFORMATION Services: All main services are connected to the property. Broadband: Ultrafast broadband available Local Authority: West Northamptonshire Council Tel.
Outgoings: Council Tax Band F £3,355.20 for the year 2025/2026 EPC Rating: D Tenure: Freehold
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About Wellingborough Road, Abington, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3
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