The Property
2 Trefoil Close is a home that’s been loved and looked after for the last 23 years. It was built by David Wilson in 2001, the current owners bought it in 2003, and they’ve modernised and improved the property over the years. They’ve been very happy here, as have neighbours, many of whom have been here since the beginning. In a home like this, it’s no wonder they’ve stayed so long, but now’s the time to downsize so another family can love and enjoy it like they have.
The accommodation offers all a family could want, without needing to extend or reconfigure. You already have both open-plan living and separate reception rooms downstairs, plus five double bedrooms upstairs, two of which have an en suite. There’s also a utility room, the option for an office, plus lots of built-in storage – must-haves in a modern home. With substantial square footage spanning over 1,800sqft, there’s plenty of space if you need it now, or if you have plans to expand your family in the future.
The open-plan living space is the heart of the home. The sitting/dining area next to the kitchen is versatile, with room for a sofa, a table, or both as the owners have. It’s bright and airy from a vaulted ceiling and that beautiful arched window, has a ceiling fan for warm days, and there are double doors onto the garden for that all-important indoor-outdoor vibe.
The kitchen and adjoining utility were replaced only a few years ago. Cabinetry is Shaker style in charcoal and white, surfacing is a matching marble effect, and handles are a contrasting black. The kitchen sink is ceramic, the utility sink is stainless steel, and there’s space for a range of appliances between the two rooms (the double electric oven and five-ring gas hob are integrated).
While the open-plan space is designed for family time together, having separate reception rooms allows everyone to spread out. With eating, entertaining and activity at the back of the house, the lounge at the front provides a peaceful retreat. It’s a generous size, with room for a corner sofa and extra seating, yet the gas fireplace with marble surround and slate hearth gives it a cosy feel.
Through double doors from the lounge is a second reception room, currently used for formal dining. It’s perfect for Christmas dinner and daily meals alike, with double doors onto the garden for summer barbeques. There’s flexibility though, with the potential to use the space for work or play, or perhaps as a sixth bedroom if needed. To create single-level living, the utility room could be converted into a wet room (there are already wider doorways downstairs for accessibility).
Upstairs are five double bedrooms, including a particularly spacious principal suite. The principal and second bedrooms benefit from their own shower room, while the remaining three bedrooms share the four-piece family bathroom. There’s also a cloakroom on the ground floor, handy for guests.
The Plot
The plot at 2 Trefoil Close really adds to its appeal. To the front is a two-car driveway and an integrated double garage, with extra parking available on Trefoil Close and the surrounding streets. A gated side passageway connects the front and rear.
When the owners moved in, the rear garden was just a mound of grass. Today, after two decades of toiling, it’s a horticultural haven. Facing southeast, there’s a good level of sun throughout the day, great for both plants and people. Flowers bloom in all seasons – from spring hyacinths to winter hellebores – and the birches along the back create a leafy privacy screen in the summer. Other trees include a cercis and a sambucus, a cherry and a pear, as well as a willow next to the owners’ favourite coffee spot tucked into the corner.
It’s not just a garden for the green-fingered, it’s ideal for outdoor entertaining too. At the back of the house and along one side is a large deck, providing ample seating for family and friends. There’s power for lighting, patio heaters, even a hot tub if you like.
The Position
Trefoil Close is a quiet cul de sac of only a handful of homes. It’s right on the southern edge of Rushden, on the Greenacre Drive development, which is a fantastic location for a family. Schools are within walking distance, amenities are nearby, and parks are in abundance in the local area. There are also sports facilities on the doorstep, whether you want football and rugby pitches, a skate park or a golf club.
If shopping, fun activities and eating out and are more your thing than sports and greenspaces, Rushden Lakes is a short drive away. As well as being a retail destination, you’ll also find restaurants, a cinema, adventure golf, trampolining, canoeing and climbing.
For fresh air and nature, open fields and sprawling forest are within easy reach of the address, the River Nene runs along the northwestern edge of Rushden, and there are various lakes to wander around – with the dog after work, or as a family on a weekend day out.
Trefoil Close has the benefit of being close to countryside and the great outdoors, yet still offers convenient access into Bedford, Northampton and Milton Keynes by road, as well as into London by rail, with commuter services from neighbouring Wellingborough taking as little as 42 minutes into St Pancras.
Secure Sale & Buyer Information Pack Disclosure
This property is being marketed with a Secure Sale Pack, designed to help speed up the transaction and provide greater certainty for both buyers and sellers.
As part of this process, key legal searches are ordered at the point the property is listed, rather than after a sale is agreed. This work, which can typically take several weeks in a standard transaction, is prepared upfront and made available to the successful buyer as part of their legal due diligence.
To proceed with an offer, the successful buyer will be required to purchase the Buyer Information Pack at a cost of £325 + VAT. This pack includes the searches and supporting legal information that a buyer would usually need to obtain separately after agreeing a purchase.
In addition, and in line with UK Anti-Money Laundering regulations, all purchasers and any giftors contributing funds must complete AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks. These checks are payable separately and are required before the transaction can progress.
This upfront approach helps:
- Reduce delays once an offer is agreed
- Improve transparency for all parties
- Support a smoother and more reliable sales process
Disclaimer Statement:
These property particulars are issued in good faith but do not form part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, floorplans, photographs and other information are provided as a guide only and may not be exact. Buyers are advised to verify key facts such as tenure, planning permissions, fixtures and fittings, lease length, ground rent, service charges, council tax band and energy performance rating through their legal representative.
Where applicable, this property is marketed with a Secure Sale Pack, designed to support a faster and more transparent transaction. The successful buyer will be required to purchase the Buyer Information Pack at a cost of £325 + VAT (£390 including VAT) in order to proceed with their offer. This pack includes key searches and supporting legal information that would ordinarily be obtained by a buyer after a sale is agreed.
In line with UK Anti-Money Laundering regulations, all named purchasers and any giftors contributing funds must complete AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks.
The cost of AML checks is £20 + VAT per person (£24 including VAT) and is payable separately. All required AML checks must be completed before the transaction can progress.
We have taken all reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of this information. Material information is provided in line with current National Trading Standards guidance and relevant consumer protection legislation. Please contact us if you require clarification on any point before making a transactional decision.
