# 3 bedroom character property for sale (LU7 9EQ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 16 VICARAGE LANE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, IVINGHOE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE LU7 9EQ | | Price | £600,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Last sold | £615,000 Jan 2020 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** E - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 01/08/2029 ### Recommendations - A3 (2,700) - Q (14,000) - W2 (6,000) - E (25) - N (6,000) - U (8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0228-8044-7238-3061-8964) ## Description **SUMMARY** 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. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343694) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343695) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343697) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343699) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343701) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343703) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343706) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343708) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343710) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343712) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343713) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343715) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343717) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/73146184/1343719) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/73146184/1343720) - Floorplan 1 - ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/73146184/1343721) - Floorplan 2 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC](/listings/photos/73146184/1343722) - EPC ## FENSA Certificates This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #1700807 - **Address:** 16 Vicarage Lane, Ivinghoe, LU7 9EQ - **Certificate Issued:** 17/05/2004 - **Work Completed:** 22/04/2004 - **Items:** 3 window(s) ### FENSA Certificate #205457 - **Address:** 16 Vicarage Lane, Ivinghoe, LU7 9EQ - **Certificate Issued:** 06/12/2002 - **Work Completed:** 27/08/2002 - **Items:** 14 window(s) ### FENSA Certificate #11360244 - **Address:** 16 Vicarage Lane, Ivinghoe, LU7 9EQ - **Certificate Issued:** 07/12/2015 - **Work Completed:** 20/11/2015 - **Items:** 3 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 16 VICARAGE LANE, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, AYLESBURY VALE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EQ | £615,000 | 10/01/2020 | Detached | | 16 VICARAGE LANE, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, AYLESBURY VALE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EQ | £500,000 | 25/08/2015 | Detached | | 16 VICARAGE LANE, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, AYLESBURY VALE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EQ | £365,000 | 12/01/2007 | Detached | | 16 VICARAGE LANE, IVINGHOE, LEIGHTON BUZZARD, AYLESBURY VALE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, LU7 9EQ | £235,000 | 10/12/2001 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | 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 | **Street average:** £482,667 (3 sales) **Area average:** £753,750 (2 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £236,692 (16 Other, LU7, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +153.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Buckinghamshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,329/mo - **Realistic:** £1,477/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,625/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Northants Central (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £793/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.25% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £184,625 - **Target investor price (1%):** £147,700 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £4,800/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -41.7% - **10y growth:** -74.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Buckinghamshire; All dwelling types series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.3% - **5y growth (index):** 13.3% - **10y growth (index):** 23.4% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)