Hancock House, Austin Heath, Merlin Way, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34

Listed 25 Sept 2026 · Warwick
Occupying an extraordinary position opposite the Lord Leycester Hospital and beside Warwick's historic West Gate, High Street is a rare Grade II listed townhouse whose remarkable 16th-century origins remain evident throughout.
Behind its timber-framed façade, the house unfolds across three character-filled floors. The principal reception room immediately establishes the tone, with exposed beams, herringbone timber flooring and an impressive inglenook fireplace housing an Esse wood-burning stove. Beyond, an inner hallway leads through to the breakfast kitchen, where bespoke Shaker-style cabinetry, timber worktops and a Belfast sink sit beneath exposed beams and rooflights. A stable door opens directly onto the garden.
The first floor is home to a generous double bedroom with exposed timberwork, aged floorboards, fireplace and an exceptional outlook towards the Lord Leycester Hospital. Alongside, the bathroom continues the historic aesthetic with a freestanding roll-top bath, high-level WC and exposed timbers.
The principal bedroom occupies the entire upper floor and is arguably the defining interior space. Dramatically vaulted and crossed by the exposed original timber frame, it combines exceptional architectural character with generous proportions, wide floorboards and built-in storage.
Outside, the enclosed cottage-style garden provides a wonderfully private retreat in the centre of Warwick, with established planting, brick boundaries and informal paved terraces. A detached brick-built garden office with power and lighting creates valuable separation for home working.
Rich in history yet highly liveable, this is an unusual opportunity to own a genuinely individual home in one of Warwick's most recognisable historic settings, offered with no upward chain.
Material Information: Council Tax: Band E Local Authority: Warwick District Council Broadband: Ultrafast Broadband Available (Checked on Ofcom Sept 26) Mobile Coverage: Likely Coverage (Checked on Ofcom Sept 26) Listed: Yes Tenure: Freehold
Location: Few Warwick addresses offer such an immediate connection with the town's history. High Street sits directly opposite the Lord Leycester Hospital and alongside the ancient West Gate, placing the property within one of the town's most recognisable historic streetscapes.
Warwick's independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities are within easy walking distance, while Warwick Castle and its grounds form another defining part of the immediate surroundings.
The town is also exceptionally well placed for education, with the Warwick Schools Foundation – including Warwick School, King's High School and Warwick Preparatory School – nearby, alongside a broad selection of state schooling.
For commuters, railway stations at Warwick and Warwick Parkway provide connections towards Birmingham and London Marylebone, while Leamington Spa station is also readily accessible. The M40 provides convenient road access towards Birmingham, Oxford and London.
The combination of architectural significance, walkability and the vibrancy of central Warwick makes the property equally compelling as a principal residence, characterful town-centre retreat or longer-term investment.
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Median sold prices in CV34 over the last 12 months: terraced £301k · detached £525k · semi-detached £342k · flat £176k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 High Street Warwick CV34 4AX | Detached Freehold | 18 Sept 2026 | £630,000 |
| 8 High Street Warwick CV34 4AP | Other Freehold | 10 Oct 2025 | £527,000 |
| 34 - 36, High Street Warwick CV34 4BE | Other Freehold | 12 Sept 2025 | £855,000 |
| 17 High Street Warwick CV34 4AT | Other Freehold | 8 Jul 2025 | £1,800,000 |
| The Heist House, 5 - 7, High Street Warwick CV34 4AP | Other Freehold | 29 Oct 2024 | £504,000 |
| Flat 1, 15, High Street Warwick CV34 4AP | Flat Leasehold | 30 Sept 2024 | £165,000 |
| Flat 2, 15, High Street Warwick CV34 4AP | Flat Leasehold | 6 Jun 2024 | £220,000 |
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Listed by Winkworth, Leamington Spa on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 25 Sept 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 25/09/2026.
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