Buttercup Close, Raunds, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

'Aspirational Homes' showcase this generously-proportioned executive home located on the highly-desirable 'Silverfields' development. Being one of only six 'Sovereign' designs, the largest house type on the whole estate, there is certainly enough space for the entire family! Highlights include a large dual-aspect lounge, spacious kitchen/diner flooded with natural light, study that could function as a fifth bedroom when friends come to stay, and a luxurious master bedroom suite with en suite AND dressing area! A truly impressive home that must be viewed!

The market town of Raunds is situated in the heart of East Northamptonshire and enjoys easy access to all the major roads and motorways, including the A45 and A14 which link to the M6, M1, A1 and M11. Owing to the wide range of manufacturing and distribution businesses in the area, it is an increasingly-popular town for local workers and commuters alike.

The town enjoys a full range of shops and amenities including supermarkets, a medical centre, GP surgery, post office, schooling for all ages, restaurants and parks. The town square hosts a Friday market with regular stallholders selling fresh local produce. Nearby Stanwick Lakes affords extensive play areas to keep families entertained, and acres of wide open spaces and paths. The multimillion-pound development of Rushden Lakes, an exciting retail, leisure and tourism destination, has also welcomed a multiplex cinema, soft play facility, adventure golf and some exciting new restaurants.

Mainline train services operate from Kettering, Wellingborough and Corby to London St. Pancras International with a journey time of around one hour.
Wellingborough 11 miles, Oundle 11 miles, Kettering 15 miles, Northampton 20 miles (distances approximate)

Playmates Pre-school: Ofsted Grade 1 (Outstanding)
Windmill Primary School (Academy): Ofsted Grade 2 (Good)
St. Peter’s Church of England Academy: Ofsted Grade 2 (Good)
Raunds Manor School Sports College for children aged 11-18: Ofsted Grade 2 (Good)
Wellingborough School: independent school serving children aged 3-18
Kimbolton School: independent school serving children aged 4-18
Oundle School: co-educational independent school serving children aged 11-18

GROUND FLOOR

Enter the property to the front aspect via a composite door with obscure double glazing inset. Affording a bright and spacious welcome, the hall features oak-effect Amtico flooring, staircase with white-painted balustrade rising to the first-floor landing, useful understairs storage cupboard, telephone point, radiator, all communicating doors to:

Cloakroom

Fitted with a white suite comprising a low-level WC and pedestal wash-hand basin with mixer tap over and tiled splashback, tiled floor, radiator, front-aspect uPVC obscure double-glazed window.

Lounge

7.21m x 3.93m (23' 8" x 12' 11") With a fabulous fresh, clean feel, the all-white lounge is spacious and beautifully appointed. Comprising feature oak-effect Amtico flooring, two radiators, TV point, multimedia point, front-aspect uPVC double-glazed window, and rear-aspect uPVC double-glazed French doors which open out to the rear garden.

Kitchen/Dining Room

4.94m x 3.72m (16' 2" x 12' 2") The epitome of sleek sophistication, the kitchen is fitted with a contemporary range of white gloss wall and base units with contrasting dark grey work surfaces and matching upstands. Further comprising a stainless-steel 1.5 bowl sink and drainer unit with mixer tap over, built-in AEG electric double oven, built-in AEG 6-ring gas hob with feature splashback and AEG chimney extractor hood over, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge/freezer, tiled floor, recessed ceiling downlights, radiator, rear-aspect uPVC double-glazed window, side-aspect uPVC double-glazed French doors opening out to the patio, door leading to:

Utility Room

Fitted with a range of white gloss base units with contrasting dark grey worktop and matching upstands, stainless-steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap over, integrated washing machine, space for tumble dryer, tiled floor, extractor fan, radiator, rear-aspect uPVC double-glazed window.

Study/Bedroom Five

3.13m x 2.45m (10' 3" x 8') A flexible room which could be used as a study, additional bedroom or even a playroom/hobby room. Affording feature oak-effect Amtico flooring, telephone point, radiator and front-aspect uPVC double-glazed bay window.

FIRST FLOOR

Stairs rise from the ground floor to the spacious first-floor landing which comprises a side-aspect uPVC double-glazed window, white-painted balustrade, double doors to large airing cupboard housing the hot-water cylinder, all communicating doors to:

Master Bedroom

3.72m x 3.22m (12' 2" x 10' 7") The ultimate sleep sanctuary, the dual-aspect master bedroom is light and airy with TV and telephone points, radiator, side- and rear-aspect uPVC double-glazed windows, door leading to the en suite, and further door leading to the DRESSING AREA which is of a good size and benefits from open storage affording ample hanging and shelving space, and a radiator.

En Suite

Fitted with a white suite comprising a pedestal wash-hand basin with mixer tap over, low-level WC, double-width shower enclosure with wall-mounted fixed 'rain' shower and separate hand shower, complementary wall tiling to water-sensitive areas, heated towel rail, extractor fan, shaver socket, recessed ceiling downlights. rear-aspect uPVC obscure double-glazed window.

Bedroom Two

3.93m x 3.52m (12' 11" x 11' 7") An excellent-sized double bedroom affording access to the loft space, radiator and front-aspect uPVC double-glazed window.

Bedroom Three

3.59m x 2.96m (11' 9" x 9' 9") The flamboyant 'flamingo' room is a notable favourite of the pink-loving Magenta team! With pleasing views from the rear-aspect uPVC double-glazed window, the double bedroom has a recess ideal for wardrobe storage and a radiator.

Bedroom Four

3.34m x 2.51m (10' 11" x 8' 3") The last-but-not-least of the double bedrooms offers a radiator and front-aspect uPVC double-glazed window.

Bathroom

Fitted with a white suite comprising a pedestal wash-hand basin with mixer tap over, low-level WC, side-grip panelled bath with bath shower mixer over, complementary wall tiling to water-sensitive areas, extractor fan, heated towel rail, recessed ceiling downlights, front-aspect uPVC obscure double-glazed window.

OUTSIDE

To the front of the property, a lawn lies either side of a paved footpath which gives access to the main entrance to the home. A wall light illuminates your arrival, whilst a canopy porch affords welcome shelter from the elements. Off-street parking is courtesy of a block-paved driveway which leads to the garage. There is also an electric car charging point.

Enjoying a high degree of privacy, the rear garden enjoys a very accommodating paved patio ideal for hosting family and friends during the warm summer months. From the patio, steps descend to a tiered lawn and a smaller paved patio. Fully enclosed by timber fencing, the garden further benefits from an outside tap, exterior lighting and gated pedestrian access to the driveway.

Garage

Single garage with up-and-over door, power and light connected.

Agent's Note: We understand from the present vendors that they (along with all the other residents on the development) pay a half-yearly service charge of £123 towards the upkeep of the development's communal areas. Prospective buyers are advised to have their legal representatives verify this information.

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