This quintessential 4 bedroomed thatched cottage is a rural dream. Complete with a separate one bedroomed annexe, ideal for either an extended family/home office, lovely gardens, garage and ample parking. All enhanced by original features and set within a beautiful Rutland village. CHAIN FREE!

As you drive down the lane and through the gate onto the long gravel drive, you immediately feel this property's 300 year old charm and history. You can't help but be impressed by the 120 year old apple tree and hidden well. Imagine swinging in the chair under the tree on a hot summers day.

To the left of the cottage is the self contained one bedroomed annexe. Complete with kitchen, reception room and bathroom, this annexe is full of possibilities. From an extended family independent living option, to home office or even a bed and breakfast business, this annexe is full of potential.

The peace and tranquility continue as you enter through the front door of the main cottage which is nestled between the roses. From the beautiful flagstone floored hallway, turn right and enter the kitchen.

The first thing you will notice is the eye catching exposed wall and surrounding beams. The cream shaker style kitchen and granite worktops make this a kitchen you will want to cook in or just sit by the window and enjoy the view!

Step down into the large lounge with its pretty windows and french doors leading out onto the patio perfect for alfresco dining. The wonderful wooden floors perfectly compliment the large fireplace and log burner. The beautiful stain glassed edged window between the lounge and kitchen is one of the cottage's gorgeous quirky features. This is definitely a room that you will enjoy during the summer days with the open french doors, or in the cosy winter evenings with a roaring fire.

Go back along the hallway, past the downstairs shower room with its lovely large marble shower, basin and toilet and step into another piece of history.

The large inglenook fireplace can't help to impress with its beautiful stonework and features. This stunning room will be perfect as another sitting room, dining room or rather grand study. Even the windows are quirky with its hidden shutters!

As you ascend the stairs from the sitting room you know you are in for more quirks and treats. The landing has a feature corner as well as a handy storage cupboard behind a lovely latch door. The twists, turns and steps just add to the character of this property.

To the right of the landing another beautiful latch door invites you into the principal bedroom. The sloping ceiling and beams make this room feel like your own private retreat; just imagine the perfect nights sleep this room will give you.

Back along the landing is bedroom four to the right with it bright colour and window overlooking the garden. This room also has the added quirk of a pretty window overlooking the landing.

Opposite bedroom four is the serene family bathroom, with it's lovely slipper bath. The wooden floor and painted panelling perfectly compliment the beams and quirky low level window. This bathroom will certainly help you relax as you enjoy a scented soak in the bath surrounded by candles.

At the end of the hallway are two further double bedrooms. Both rooms have beautiful windows and you can be guaranteed peace and quiet as you drift off to sleep again nestled under the sloping ceilings.

ANNEXE - As if the stunning cottage wasn't enough, this property also has a separate one bedroomed self contained annexe. It blends in beautifully in the grounds and also has a lovely entrance amongst the climbers and flowerbeds.

This annexe has everything you need for either an extended family member, home offices, teenage retreat or even a bed and breakfast. There is a large reception room, good sized bedroom, separate kitchen and bathroom, all enhanced by the light coming in from the lovely leaded windows. To the back of the annexe there is also a private garden/seating area.

This annexe is an amazing addition to this beautiful family home and provides so many options.

The gardens of this property won't disappoint either. As you close the large five bar gate, you really do feel like you have your own private retreat. The pretty patio, with its pond is perfect for the alfresco dining or just relaxing at the end of the day.

The large lawn with its tall hedging and beautiful apple tree make this a wonderful family area complete with its own well!

As if that wasn't enough there is also a garage, vegetable plot and even chicken area to explore.

The current owners have also commissioned drawings for the option (STPP) to build additional dwellings on the plot. This demonstrates the size and potential this property and what the grounds have to offer. Please see the drawings in the photograph section of this listing.

Empingham is sought after village situated between the bustling historic town of Stamford and the market town of Oakham. Rutland water is only a few miles away and is perfect for walking, cycling, sailing and sight seeing.

You have everything you need in Empingham, including a GP surgery complete with dispensary, village shop, pre-school, popular primary school, church, hairdressers and cricket club! Empingham provides excellent rural living with easy access to all the amenities you need.

Lounge
5.13m x 4.68m (16'10” x 15'4)



Kitchen
3.22m x 4.44m (10'7 “x 14'7”)

Sitting/Dining Room
4.92m x 4.44m (16'2” x 14'7”)


Bedroom One
4.78m x 4.44m (15'8” x 14'7”)

Bedroom Two
4.07m x 2.38m (13'4” x 7'10”)


Bedroom Three
5.13m x 2.30m (16'10” x 7'7”)


Bedroom Four
3.16m x 1.7m (10'4”x5'7”)


Bathroom
3.16m x 1.72m (10'4”x5'8”)



Additional Information:

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Rating:

Band E (39-54)

This beautiful 300 year old listed property with its own self contained annexe ticks every box. If you are looking for country living with access to excellent local amenities for all family members, then this is the property for you. Tucked away at the end of a lane, you are guaranteed to find your own piece of quintessential rural tranquility.

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