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15 & 15a Sheaf Street, Daventry, NN11 4AASheaf Street
£250,000
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Description
A well-presented mixed-use property situated in the Sheaf Street Conservation Area of Daventry, comprising a ground-floor retail unit and a separately accessed one-bedroom flat occupying the upper floors. This period property, believed to date from the early Victorian era, is constructed in red brick Flemish bond beneath pitched and slated roofs.
The retail unit features a traditional shop front with a timber surround, profiled fascia signage board, individually glazed shop window, and a timber-panelled part-glazed door with a top light. Internally, the retail space includes a well-proportioned shop floor, refurbished to a high standard, and a floor hatch providing access to a brick and stone cellar. To the rear, the unit benefits from a part-vaulted office/administrative area, a separate kitchen, a staff WC, and direct access to the rear courtyard and Foundry Court Car Park.
The residential accommodation is accessed via external timber stairs from the rear courtyard, leading to a roof terrace. The first floor features an entrance hall with storage, a shower room, and an open-plan living area with a modern kitchen, original period features, and space for dining. The second floor accommodates a generously proportioned double bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe. The flat is well-appointed throughout, with natural light, modern fittings, and a practical layout.
Location
Daventry is a busy market town in West Northamptonshire with a number of industrial estates and business parks with important logistics and distribution centres containing high-profile companies such as Fords, Cummins, Amazon etc. The town is located on the A45 trunk road between Northampton (approximately 10 miles) and Coventry (approximately 17 miles). Convenient access to the national road network is via the M1 motorway towards the south at Junction 16 (approximately 7 miles) or at junction 18 for the north (approximately 8 miles).
The property is located on the busy pedestrianised Sheaf Street which forms a link from the High Street to Bowen Square.
Accommodation
Retail Unit (Ground Floor & Cellar): Net Internal Area (NIA) – 65.3 sqm (645 sq ft)
Residential Unit (Upper Floors): Gross Internal Area (GIA) – 39.2 sqm (422 sq ft)
Combined Total (GIA): Approx. 108.3 sqm (1,066 sq ft)
Tenure: Freehold
VAT: VAT will not be chargeable on the purchase price.
EPC:
Retail Unit: Rating B
Residential Unit: Rating D
Utilities
We are advised that mains electricity, water, and drainage are connected to the property. Interested parties are advised to commission their own survey to ensure services are suitable for requirements.
Business Rates
Interested parties should make enquiries of the Valuation Office Agency to establish the current rateable value for the premises.
Conservation Area
The property is located within a Conservation Area.
Broadband Availability (Source BT Open Reach)
Full Fibre Broadband (FTTP): Available with download speeds of up to 1600 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 115 Mbps.
Fibre to the Cabinet Broadband (FTTC): Available with download speeds of up to 76 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 15 Mbps.
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire - Daventry Area, Lodge Road, Daventry, Northants, NN11 4FP.
Legal Costs
Each party is to bear their own legal and professional costs incurred in the transaction.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment through the sole agents David Cosby Chartered Surveyors
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please note that these particulars are set out as a general outline only, for the guidance of potential purchasers and/or lessees and do not constitute an offer or contract, or part of an offer or contract. All descriptions, dimensions and references to this property’s condition and any necessary permission for use and occupation, and any other relevant details, are given in good faith and are believed to be correct. Any potential purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but satisfy themselves of their correctness by inspection or otherwise. No person in the employment of David Cosby Chartered Surveyors, has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property or properties in this brochure. All prices quoted are exclusive of VAT. David Cosby Chartered Surveyors shall have no liability whatsoever in relation to any documents contained within the brochure or any elements of the brochure which were prepared solely by third parties.
Anti-Money Laundering: To comply with our legal responsibilities for Anti-Money Laundering, it will be necessary for the successful bidder to provide information necessary to complete these checks before the deal is completed. Information required will include where applicable:
1) Corporate structure and ownership details.
2) Identification and verification of ultimate beneficial owners.
3) Satisfactory proof of the source of funds for the Buyers / funders / lessee.
Main Shop Floor
The shop floor has been refurbished to a high standard, retaining its period character with exposed original oak ceiling beams and recessed arched niches in the former fireplace, which feature fitted low-level cupboards. The space is neutrally decorated, providing a versatile backdrop suitable for various retail uses.
The shop is well-equipped, with multiple low-level power points, and also includes plumbing for a sink with hot and cold-water supply, and waste connections.
Artificial lighting is provided by three centrally located pendant lights, and heating is supplied by a wall-mounted Dimplex electric panel heater.
A hinged floor hatch with steps leads down to the brick and stone cellar.
Central Lobby
The neutrally decorated central lobby, finished with oak-effect laminate flooring, provides access to the kitchen and staff WC via slatted timber doors and is fitted with mains backup smoke detection.
Kitchen
The kitchen is fitted with shaker-style base and wall units, timber-effect roll-top work surfaces, and a stainless-steel sink with a drainer and mixer tap. Butt-and bead timber panelling and rustic pine shelving add character, while practical features include space for a fridge freezer and plumbing for a washing machine. Hot water is provided by an Ariston electric water heater discreetly located beneath the sink, and the oak-effect laminate flooring continues seamlessly from the central lobby.
Staff WC
The WC is finished to a high standard featuring oak-effect flooring and neutral decorations. Sanitary appliances include a close-coupled WC and a ceramic basin with a chrome mixer tap, set above a Shaker-style base unit with timber-effect work surfaces. Metro tile splashbacks enhance the area around the basin, providing a durable and stylish finish.
Heating is supplied by a wall-mounted chrome ladder towel rail, while water heating is provided by an Ariston electric water heater. The space benefits from natural light through a top-hung double-glazed casement window, and mechanical extraction is installed for ventilation.
Rear Shop / Office Area
This distinctive part-vaulted space features exposed roughly hewn stone walls and oak-effect laminate flooring creating a unique and appealing working environment. A three-unit double-glazed casement window provides natural light and overlooks the rear courtyard. The space is well-equipped with low-level power sockets, recessed spotlights, and pendant lights to ensure adequate artificial lighting. Heating is provided by a wall-mounted Dimplex electric panel heater. Access to the courtyard is via a traditional slatted timber door with T-bar hinges.
Rear Courtyard
The courtyard is accessed through a ledged and braced timber gate set within an ironstone wall topped with slate and concrete copings. The hardstanding area, bordered by gravel, provides practical external storage space beneath timber stairs. These stairs lead to a first-floor roof terrace, which serves as the access point to the residential flat.
Flat - Entrance Hall
The neutrally decorated hall features a durable grab mat near the entrance, transitioning to oak-effect laminate flooring. Carpeted stairs with painted balustrades and handrails lead to the second-floor accommodation and benefit from natural lighting via a double-glazed roof light. There is also a spacious understairs cupboard providing good storage options. The hall is equipped with mains backup smoke detection and heating is supplied by a wall-mounted electric panel heater.
Open-Plan Living Area
Located to the front aspect of the property, the open-plan living area benefits from good natural lighting through a double-glazed sash window overlooking Sheaf Street. The room is neutrally decorated with white emulsion ceilings and a period chamfered timber ceiling beam, adding character. The flooring is finished with oak-effect laminate boards, and the original chimney breast, featuring a decorative cast iron insert, is complemented by an adjacent low-level two-door storage cupboard. Heating is provided by a wall-mounted electric panel heater positioned beneath the sash window.
The compact kitchen area is fitted with Shaker-style base and wall units, timber work surfaces, a recessed butler-style sink with a chrome mixer tap, and chamfered metro tile splashbacks. Appliances include a built-in oven and a two-burner electric hob, with additional space for a small dining table and a fridge freezer.
Shower Room
The shower room is thoughtfully designed and features a three-piece suite, including a double-width shower with tempered sliding glass doors and chamfered metro wall tiling. A close-coupled WC and contemporary ceramic basin with a chrome mixer tap have been installed, and there is a Shaker-style base unit providing storage, with plumbing for a washing machine discreetly located beneath. The flooring is finished with marble-effect acrylic tiles, enhancing the room's clean and modern aesthetic. A Velux roof light provides natural illumination, while mechanical extraction ensures good ventilation, and a chrome ladder towel rail provides efficient heating.
Bedroom
This well-proportioned double bedroom includes a built-in walk-in wardrobe with fitted lighting, providing ample storage. A niche with shelving offers further practical storage options. The room is carpeted throughout and benefits from natural light via a double-glazed sash window overlooking Sheaf Street. Heating is provided by a wall-mounted electric panel heater for a comfortable living environment.
Grounds
The roof terrace offers a pleasant space for seating and alfresco dining with wall mounted dome light.