16 VICARAGE LANE
LEIGHTON BUZZARD, IVINGHOE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE LU7 9EQ
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
125 m²
EPC rating
E
Last sold
£615,000 Jan 2020
Price per m²
£4,800/m²
Local average
£236,692 (+153.5%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (24,170 of 33,755)
Street crime
18 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- DETACHED COTTAGE DATING FROM 17TH CENTURY
- SET OVER FOUR FLOORS
- THREE DOUBLE BEDROOMS
- FAMILY ROOM/ BEDROOM FOUR
- EN SUITE TO MASTER
- COMPREHENSIVELY UPDATED TO A HIGH STANDARD
- SECLUDED COURTYARD GARDEN
- PRETTY VILLAGE LOCATION WITH ACCESS TO AMENITIES
Additional details
- Heating
- Central
- Parking
- On street
- Garden
- Patio
Description
A rare gem of a property dating from the 17th century and occupying a secluded spot within the historic and tranquil village of Ivinghoe. Having benefitted from modernisation throughout, this charming cottage offers character in an abundance with a contemporary twist. Viewing is a must.
DESCRIPTION
This iconic and striking lifestyle property quietly imposes itself at the heart of this well established and picturesque village. Very rarely will you find such a characterful period property enabling such a comfortable and contemporary lifestyle. The house has been carefully refurbished and extended to accentuate its original character, while at the same time providing flexible living space finished to a high standard for 21st century needs.
The house comprises four floors, beginning with media/bedroom four/play room in the basement, kitchen, living room, rear hall and utility room/WC at ground level, bedrooms two and three and family bathroom on first floor, and a superb airy triple aspect master bedroom with en-suite at the top of the house on the second floor.
To the rear of the property is a low maintenance secluded courtyard garden, naturally enclosed and perfectly sized for alfresco dining.
The property has been comprehensively updated over the past four years to a very high standard, including rear extension, new central heating system, additional windows, reconditioned basement, ceramic chimney lining and new en-suite bathroom.
Location
The thriving village of Ivinghoe is perfectly located to enjoy the open beautiful countryside of the Chilterns, while being easily accessible to central London - only 3 miles from Tring railway station (35mins to Euston).
The village has all desirable amenities: public house, primary school, church, restaurants, post office and shop, chemist, and primary school, as well as its own 9 hole golf-course, all within close walking distance.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
Listed by
Tring
Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells
Reference: 73146184
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: E
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 02/08/2019
Expiry date: 01/08/2029
Recommendations
- Room-in-roof insulation (2,700)
- 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (14,000)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (6,000)
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (25)
- Solar water heating (6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #1700807
Property Details
Street: 16 Vicarage Lane
Town: Ivinghoe
Postcode: LU7 9EQ
Installation Details
Items: 3 windows
Certificate Issued: 17/05/2004
Work Completed: 22/04/2004
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #205457
Property Details
Street: 16 Vicarage Lane
Town: Ivinghoe
Postcode: LU7 9EQ
Installation Details
Items: 14 windows
Certificate Issued: 06/12/2002
Work Completed: 27/08/2002
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #11360244
Property Details
Street: 16 Vicarage Lane
Town: Ivinghoe
Postcode: LU7 9EQ
Installation Details
Items: 3 windows
Certificate Issued: 07/12/2015
Work Completed: 20/11/2015
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
162% since 2001
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 10/01/2020 (6 years ago) | £615,000 | +23% |
| Sold | 25/08/2015 (10 years ago) | £500,000 | +37% |
| Sold | 12/01/2007 (19 years ago) | £365,000 | +55.3% |
| Sold | 10/12/2001 (24 years ago) | £235,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 20 VICARAGE LANE, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EQ | £435,000 | 21/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| THE KINGS HEAD RESTAURANT STATION ROAD, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EB | £1,500,000 | 01/09/2022 | Other |
| Same street 20 VICARAGE LANE, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EQ | £413,000 | 03/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 12 VICARAGE LANE, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EQ | £600,000 | 22/04/2022 | Terraced |
| PENDYCE HOUSE STATION ROAD, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EB | £7,500 | 07/04/2022 | Other |
| 3 CHURCH ROAD, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EH | £202,000 | 22/07/2021 | Other |
Street average: £482,667 (3 sales)
Area average: £569,833 (3 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Buckinghamshire. Series: All dwelling types. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Buckinghamshire. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Buckinghamshire.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Northants Central: £793/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Playing Fields | 0.7 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 1.1 miles |
| Train station | Cheddington | 2.0 miles |
| Shop | Tring Garden Centre | 2.0 miles |
| Train station | Tring | 2.5 miles |
| Hospital | Luton and Dunstable Hospital | 7.7 miles |
| University | University Campus Aylesbury Vale | 7.9 miles |
| Hospital | Widecombe Nursing Home | 10.1 miles |
| University | University of Bedfordshire : Putteridge Bury Campus | 11.9 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 8 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 4 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 |
| Public order | 2 |
| Total incidents | 18 |
Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookmead School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 15 Jan 2020 |
| Cheddington Combined School | Primary | 1.6 miles | Requires improvement — 13 Dec 2022 |
| Marsworth Church of England Infant School | Primary | 1.9 miles | Good — 5 Sep 2013 |
| Edlesborough Primary Academy | Primary | 2.6 miles | Good — 8 Nov 2023 |
| Aldbury Church of England Primary and Nursery School | Primary | 2.6 miles | Good — 6 Jul 2023 |
Rental Comparables
Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 3-bedroom count for this property.
Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).