Guy Street, Warwick, CV34 4LW

Set on the corner of Guy Street, this attractive period home has a lovely sense of individuality. Its red-brick exterior and decorative brick detailing immediately give it character, while inside the current owner has created a home that feels light, relaxed and exceptionally well presented. The entrance is approached through a courtyard, attractively arranged with built-in seating and planting. It is a clever use of the outside space, creating somewhere genuinely usable for a morning coffee, drinks in the evening or simply sitting outside during the warmer months. The front door opens into a small entrance hall, with the kitchen positioned alongside. Beyond is the main living space, where the sitting and dining areas flow into one another to create a sociable, open-plan room. Tall ceilings and a large window bring in plenty of natural light, while stripped timber floorboards, traditional-style radiators and timber internal doors retain some of the house's period character. There is ample room for both comfortable seating and a proper dining area. The recently refitted kitchen is a particularly smart addition to the house, finished with crisp white cabinetry, warm timber-effect work surfaces and classic metro-style tiling. A striking patterned floor adds character, while the generous run of cabinetry provides plenty of storage and preparation space. The overall finish feels fresh and contemporary while sitting comfortably alongside the period character found elsewhere in the house. One of the more interesting features of the house sits beneath the ground floor. The substantial cellar provides an excellent amount of additional storage and is a genuinely useful addition to a home of this type. Its generous proportions also give a future owner the option to explore whether the space could be used differently in years to come, subject of course to any necessary investigations and consents. Upstairs, the principal bedroom is particularly well proportioned and has been finished in a calm, understated style, with extensive built-in wardrobes providing excellent storage. The second bedroom is another beautifully presented room and would work equally well as a child's bedroom, guest room or home office. Completing the first floor is a bright and contemporary bathroom, finished with white sanitaryware, metro-style tiling and a shower over the bath. Throughout, the interiors have been thoughtfully put together, with a restrained palette complemented by natural timber, contemporary furniture and carefully chosen details. The result is a home that feels fresh and modern without losing the character that makes these older Warwick properties so appealing. Outside, the courtyard is a real feature. Built-in corner seating, planting and festoon lighting create an attractive spot to sit outside and make excellent use of the available space. Guy Street is wonderfully positioned for enjoying Warwick on foot. The historic town centre is within easy reach, with its independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants, while Warwick Castle and St Nicholas Park are also close by. Warwick railway station is readily accessible, making the house particularly practical for commuters, with straightforward road links towards Leamington Spa, the A46 and M40.

EPC Rating: D