4 bedroom detached house for sale

A high specification family home with gardens and paddock, in all about 2 acres, on the edge of this desirable village between Oundle and Stamford.

This superbly constructed home is built of local limestone and situated at the end of a private drive, serving 6 other dwellings. Enjoying good privacy in the gardens and overlooking its own land to the south, amounting to two acres in all, Tollfield House is a fantastic family home for those that love the outdoors.

The property has been well-cared for by the current owners, who have made improvements and upgrades during their time in residence. The accommodation is set over two floors.

The storm porch, with stone seats to either side, opens to the hall, which has a useful cloaks cupboard. Karndean flooring runs into the guest cloakroom, adjacent. Double doors open to the drawing room, which is a superb size and has a windows to the south and east. The wood burning stove set into the stone fireplace, makes a cosy focal point.

Across the hall, the snug or family room has a window over-looking the grounds. The study is fitted with a comprehensive range of furniture, along with a high-speed internet point.

The garden / dining room is partially open to the kitchen and therefore creates a huge, sociable living space, for family life. Bi-fold doors open fully to bring the garden into the house.

The kitchen is beautifully fitted with wall and base units with marble worksurfaces and inset double sink with Quooker boiling water tap. The electric controllable Aga (a negotiable extra) provides the cooking facility and other appliances include a dishwasher, a fridge and a freezer. Casual meals can be had at the breakfast bar.

The utility room is set adjacent and offers plenty of space for appliances, boots coats and the family pets.

The first-floor landing is approached via stairs from the hall. There is an attractive view across the village. The walk-in airing cupboard provides good storage.

The principal bedroom suite enjoys a dual aspect with views over the village. The dressing area has fitted furniture and then leads on to the en suite which as a double width shower, wash basin and WC.

The guest bedroom overlooks the garden and paddocks. It has a built-in wardrobe and also an en suite shower room. Bedrooms three and four are also comfortable double rooms and each has a wardrobe. They have use of the beautifully appointed family bathroom with Porcelanosa spa bath, wash basin, WC and shower.

Tollfield House stands at the end of the drive. A five bar gate opens onto a gravelled vehicle yard with sufficient space for cars, trailers and a horse lorry, perhaps. The double garage stands beside the house and has an Electric Vehicle charging point. A gate opens to the south-facing, sandstone paved terrace, that spans the front of the house. Steps rise to the main lawn.

Gated side access leads to the rear garden, which is beautifully planted with a number of maturing shrubs and trees, affording great privacy. There is access to the terrace from the garden room.

The land is to the south of the house and divided into four paddocks. Mature trees provide areas of shelter in each of the paddocks. A field shelter and stable is set within a holding yard with post and rail fencing. The top paddock is planted as an orchard with several varieties of fruit trees. A gate leads out on to the footpath.

Tenure - freehold

EPC Rating - Band D

Council Tax Band G

Local Authority - North Northamptonshire Council.

Services - Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil-fired central heating.