3 bed property for sale

Lower Way, Great Brickhill, Buckinghamshire MK17

The Old Post Office is an iconic Grade II listed Jacobean home in the heart of the prestigious village of Great Brickhill, enjoying views towards St Mary’s Church. Beautifully refurbished and extended, this character property family home mixes period charm with modern living, offering four reception rooms, three generous double bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen/family room. Enjoying a beautifully landscaped garden with patios, lawn areas, mature trees and a garden office, a perfect addition in this family home. Offering driveway parking and a full size double garage.

Welcome To Lower Way

The Old Post Office is an iconic Grade II listed Jacobean home in the heart of prestigious Great Brickhill, enjoying views towards St Mary’s Church. Beautifully refurbished and sympathetically extended, this character-filled family home blends period charm with modern living, offering four reception rooms, three generous double bedrooms and a stunning open-plan kitchen/family space. Set within mature landscaped gardens with a garden office, double garage and driveway parking.

Entrance Hall

A magnificent introduction to the home featuring a vaulted ceiling, bespoke seating with storage beneath and wood-effect tiled flooring, with an inset brush mat fitted next to the door. Flooded with natural light, the hallway creates an immediate sense of space and character while providing access to the kitchen and boot room. All of the windows in the property have been replaced and are double glazed yet in keeping with the character. There is a window to the side and rear aspect.

Kitchen (5.17 x 2.56 (16'11" x 8'4"))

The kitchen has been tastefully refitted to an exceptional standard, combining character with practicality. Designed with both entertaining and family living in mind, it features an extensive range of floor and eye-level cabinetry with cupboards and extra-depth drawers, complemented by traditional timber and white quartz work surfaces. Integrated appliances include a fitted dishwasher, range cooker and extractor hood, alongside space for a tall freestanding fridge-freezer. A ceramic white butler sink with stainless steel tap sits beneath modern tiled splashbacks, while three windows and three skylights flood the room with natural light. Underfloor heating throughout the kitchen and adjoining family area adds a luxurious finishing touch for the colder months.

Conservatory/Open-Plan Family Room (3.34 x 2.83 (10'11" x 9'3"))

Open to the kitchen, the family area creates a flowing open-plan layout suited to modern living. The space is versatile in use and can function as a seating area, breakfast room or additional dining space. A vaulted glazed roof with recently installed electric blinds allows natural light to flood the room, while an exposed stone wall adds character. Patio doors open directly onto the garden, creating an easy connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

Sitting Room/Dining Room (4.58 x 3.48 (15'0" x 11'5"))

The room offers flexible use as a sitting room, dining room or additional family room. The sitting room centres around an inglenook fireplace with inset wood-burning stove. Features include exposed timber beams, original wooden latch doors and oak flooring. A front-facing window provides natural light and views to the front aspect.

Living Room (4.58 x 5.07 (15'0" x 16'7"))

The living room features a large inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove, exposed beams to the ceiling and above the fireplace, and original character features throughout. A window to the front aspect provides natural light and views over the surrounding area. There are built-in shelves and real wood flooring which continues through into the dining room.

Boot Room (2.33 x 2 (7'7" x 6'6"))

The boot room was created by the current owners to provide practical storage for coats, shoes and everyday family items. Doors lead to the utility room, cloakroom, staircase and living room, while high-quality wood-effect tiled flooring continues throughout the boot room, utility room and cloakroom areas.

Utility Room (3.92 x 2.45 (12'10" x 8'0"))

The utility room is a versatile multipurpose space currently used as both a utility room and additional seating area. Fitted with wall-mounted cupboards, drawers, work surfaces, space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and an inset stainless steel sink with drainer and tiled splashback, the room combines practicality with flexibility. An original brick fireplace remains in place and offers potential for a secondary sitting area, while a large window provides natural light and views over the village and church. Additional storage cupboards are also fitted.

Downstairs Wc

The cloakroom has been refitted and includes a WC and pedestal wash basin with tiled splashback. Traditional timber panelling lines the lower walls, and a cupboard houses the boiler.

Landing

The first-floor landing offers a large open space suitable for additional furniture or a study area. Exposed beams remain visible throughout, including a substantial diagonal beam believed to pre-date the house and likely originating from an earlier cottage on the site. There are two loft access points, with the loft being partially boarded to provide extensive storage space.

Bedroom One (4.73 x 3.6 (15'6" x 11'9"))

The principal bedroom is a spacious double room with high ceilings and views towards St Mary’s Church. Original floorboards have been exposed, restored and varnished by the current owners. The external walls have been replastered in lime and left exposed internally in keeping with the character of the property. There is also potential to create an en-suite if desired.

Bedroom Two (3.75 x 2.7 (12'3" x 8'10"))

Bedroom two is a double bedroom with a feature fireplace, fitted storage cupboard and front-facing window. The stone mullion fireplace is believed to originate from an earlier property and later had a timber mantel added during the Victorian era. The external walls have also been replastered in lime and left exposed internally.

Bedroom Three (3.41 x 2.71 (11'2" x 8'10"))

The third bedroom is a further spacious double bedroom with space for wardrobes. There is a front-facing window enjoying views over the church and a built-in storage cupboard.

Family Bathroom

The family bathroom has been refitted and includes a p-shaped bath with waterfall shower over, concealed cistern WC and wall-mounted wash basin with storage beneath. Walls and floors are fully tiled, and there is a heated towel rail, illuminated mirror and frosted rear window.

Driveway

The property benefits from a driveway providing off road parking for two/three vehicles. There is a side gate to access the garden.

Double Garage (5.65 x 5.6 (18'6" x 18'4"))

The double garage is slightly longer than a standard double garage. There are two up and over doors, power and lighting.

Garden

The garden is an excellent size and has been landscaped to create a perfect family garden with lots of different areas. As we leave the patio doors we go onto the large patio area which is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee and cooking on the BBQ. Several steps lead us to the main lawn area with flower beds to all borders. There are two magnificent birch trees at the end of the garden which provide seclusion and privacy. At the top of the garden there is a further patio area with views over the top of The Post Office to the Church beyond.

Garden Office / Store (2.93 x 2.41 (9'7" x 7'10"))

The insulated timber garden office has power, lighting and internet connected and is currently used as both a home office and gym. An adjoining storage shed provides additional practical storage space.

Your Local Area

The village of Great Brickhill is one of the most sought-after villages in the local area located at the top of a hill and within an 'Area of Attractive Landscape' just 15 minutes from the centre of Milton Keynes. The village has a very active community including The Old Red Lion public house which offers a warm welcome with good food, a superb garden with extensive views over the Aylesbury Vale. The village Church, St Mary's The Virgin is a Grade 2* listed building and has an active congregation. The Cricket Club, which is open all year, is very well supported by the local community often holding events such as dances, quiz nights and special children's events. Adjacent to the Cricket Club is the Tennis Club which has 2 floodlit and recently refurbished courts and a floodlit muga primarily used to play football. Both Clubs offer excellent coaching opportunities for children aged 5 and up. The Parish Hall hosts many Clubs and events. Youth Cafe, Badminton Club, Table Tennis Club, palates, dance classes, travelling Post Office, Book Club, W.I., Bowls Club and many more. It is frequently used to hold christening and children's parties. The Parish Hall also accommodates Little Ashes Pre-school every morning which caters for children aged from 2-4 and has an excellent Ofsted record. The village primary school High Ash Church of England is walking distance and many children from here progress to the excellent Aylesbury Grammar schools which have daily transportation arranged from the village. Local sporting facilities also include fishing, shooting and stabling with several options regularly available in the village and for golfers there are an array of golf courses available within a few miles' radius including Woburn, Leighton Buzzard and The Three Locks. The village also offers fibre optic internet with speeds upto 1000 Mbps.

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