COTTAGE DELIGHT .
Nestled in the heart of the village of Thornhaugh, and topped in a local Collyweston roof, pull through the entrance and park up on the broad gravel driveway. Ahead, spy the traditional front door set beyond the dappled cottage garden to the front.

Welcome home.

Step across the stone threshold, where exposed stone and beams frame a dainty window peeping through to the inglenook fireplace in the room beyond, instantly conveying the history of the home. 

WINE AND DINE .
Turning right, step through to the intimate dining room, where a deep-set window captures emerald views out over the cottage garden.

Warmth and cheer permeate the space via the wood-burning stove, captured within a grand stone inglenook. Beams overhead convey the rusticity of The Old Bakery's epoch.  

FAMILY SPACES .
Step through the doorway to the right into a bright sitting room, where sunlight streams in from a window to the front. Continuing the antiquated ambience, a cream wood-burning stove is set within a stone surround embellished with a solid wood lintel, harmonising with the exposed beam overhead. A glazed rear door aids the light flow whilst also providing easy access out to the courtyard, perfect for parties. Spacious and ideal for entertaining, alcove shelving is ideal for displaying your treasured items.

The dainty downstairs cloakroom has a lavatory and wash basin. 

COOK UP A FEAST .
Next, lift the latch and open the wooden door to the spacious and inviting kitchen. Tiled flooring captures the country feel of The Old Bakery, as light serenades the space from the two windows. Rest for a moment in the cute window seat to admire your garden views. With ample surface space to slice, dice and prepare culinary delights, make this your ultimate 'chef's kitchen', with space for all your culinary utensils and essential appliances alongside a large cooker. A kitchen door tempts you out onto the pretty rear garden. Spotlighting overhead ensures this room is as practical as it is pleasant, dressed in refreshing tones which reflect its rural backdrop. A handy laundry room is ideal for keeping everyday clutter out of the main flow of the home. 

SWEET DREAMS .
Open a latched door to reveal a hidden staircase, leading up to the first floor.

At the top of the stairs, turn right into the first of four bedrooms on the first floor; a characterful double, dressed in muted grey with built-in shelving. The roofline adds a homely feel, with a low window evoking the character of the cottage and framing views across the front aspect.

Returning to the landing, browse the shelves on the large landing area, where a large bookcase holds volumes of tales in which to escape in moments of peaceful solitude. Opening up from this area is the second bedroom currently used as a home office; peaceful and quiet, with views out through a deep, latched window.

Character infuses the third bedroom with a deep-set latched window overlooking the front garden and inset stone fireplace with wooden lintel. 

BATHROOM BLISS .
Continue along the landing to find a refreshing bathroom, bathed in light from a Velux window overhead. Tiled in a contemporary fashion, the bathroom is furnished with bath with overhead shower, whilst the lavatory and wash basin are neatly fitted to a wall with broad mirror set above them.

At the end of the landing, dressed in soothing seaside tones, discover the principal bedroom, where bedside lighting is inset in the wall above the bed, making bedtime reading a dream.

Opposite, fitted furniture provides plenty of storage space for clothing, whilst views abound from the leaded windows to three sides. Ideally placed beneath one window is a dressing table, allowing your morning preparations to be accompanied by the most natural lighting. 

HOME BAKED CHARM .
Returning downstairs, the final bedroom to discover is situated where the old bakery once was. Turning left by the front door, this charming room is now home to a four-poster bed, and linen-press, and features a spacious en suite with bath, wash basin and lavatory. 

SUN AND SHADE .
Step outside and soak up the sunshine and solitude in The Old Bakery garden.

A gravel pathway leads to the courtyard terrace, perfect for barbecues and summer soirees. Set upon a large swathe of lawn is a pretty summerhouse; the ideal spot in which to relax and unwind and survey your kingdom.

Take a turn about the wooded area, a haven for wildlife and flowers. Enjoy the fruits of your labour; conveniently nestled near the kitchen is a raised vegetable plot where you can harvest your own ingredients for your evening meal. What could be more satisfying? There is also a greenhouse and garden store to aid you in your green fingered endeavours.

Best of all, time to explore the old stone barn, fitted with a bar and a wood-burning stove, hunker down with friends and family for an ambient evening's entertainment whatever the time of year. There is also the potential to develop this outbuilding for business purposes or convert into an annexe (subject to planning permission), should you desire. 

STEP OUTSIDE .
Nestled in the heart of the quintessentially English village of Thornhaugh, you need only step beyond the driveway to experience the charms of rural country living: across from the gates a cherry red traditional phone box now hosts the village book exchange, while a neat village green lies to the left.

Surrounded by fields and countryside, the village is aptly titled, Thornhaugh taking its name from the Old English for 'thorn enclosed meadow beside a stream'. Nestled in a conservation area, pay a visit to St Andrew's church, a Grade I listed building dating to the 12th century.

A picturesque and peaceful village, Thornhaugh is surrounded by countryside yet is also set within easy reach of all the essential amenities.

Nearby Wansford, only minutes down the road, is home to a number of convenience stores, two pubs, a Post Office, pharmacy and doctors' surgery.

Commuters are also well placed, only ten minutes from the nearest train station at Stamford, while Oakham and Peterborough stations are also within easy reach.

For education, a number of independent schools are close by including the lauded Stamford Endowed Schools, Peterborough School and Kings School.

Searching for quaint country cottage charm, tucked up in tranquillity, with lush gardens and convenient access to nearby towns? The Old Bakery beckons you inside for a slice of how rural family life should taste… 

THE FINER DETAILS .
Freehold
Constructed mid 17th Century
Semi-Detached
Grade II listed
Oil central heating
Mains electricity, water and sewage
East facing garden
Peterborough City Council, tax band E, £2,259.36 (2021/22)

Ground Floor 100.1 sq metres (1077.9 sq feet)
First Floor 66.2 sq metres (712.1 sq feet)
Outbuildings 50.4 sq metres (542.1 sq feet)
Total 216.7 sq metres (2332.1 sq feet) 

LOCAL DISTANCES .
Stamford 5 miles (8 minutes)
Peterborough 14 miles (23 minutes)
Oakham 15 miles (20 minutes)
Oundle 15 miles (26 minutes) 

WATCH OUR PROPERTY TOUR .
Let Lottie guide you around The Old Bakery with our PJ Unique Homes tour video, also shared on our Facebook page, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter, or call us and we'll email you the link. We'd love to show you around. You are welcome to arrange a viewing or we are happy to carry out a FaceTime video call from the property for you, if you'd prefer.  

DISCLAIMER .
Pelham James use all reasonable endeavours to supply accurate property information in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. These property details do not constitute any part of the offer or contract and all measurements are approximate. The matters in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers. It should not be assumed that this property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Any services, appliances and heating system(s) listed have not been checked or tested. Purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any service. No person in the employment of Pelham James has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars or enter into any contract relating to this property on behalf of the vendor.