4 bedroom detached house for sale

Tucked away in the heart of the charming conservation village of Ashley, Ashford House is a beautifully restored 17th century Grade II home that exudes character from every corner. Built of rich local ironstone beneath stone slate and tile roofs, the property has been thoughtfully extended and modernised to create a truly special family home. With around 2,700 sq. ft. of accommodation, elegant interiors, a stunning kitchen extension, and a separate garden building, this is a home that perfectly blends period warmth with modern comfort.

A Home of History and Heart…

A timber porch and solid oak front door open into a wide and welcoming hallway that immediately sets the tone - generous, inviting, and full of character. At its heart, a magnificent Inglenook fireplace creates a wonderful focal point, providing warmth and charm to a space that doubles as a family or dining room.

From here, to the front of the house, a panelled sitting room offers another inviting retreat, with its own Inglenook fireplace housing a wood-burning stove and beautiful cabinetry. There is also secret store behind the wood panelled wall!

A corridor leads through to a quiet study or play room and then into the rear extension, where underfloor heating and soft natural light combine with quality finishes. This space is home to the impressive kitchen and breakfast room forming the true heart of the home, fitted with bespoke cabinetry, granite worktops, and a large Aga, the perfect setting for family life as well as entertaining. French doors open out onto the garden, seamlessly linking indoor and outdoor spaces. A cloakroom and spacious utility room complete the ground floor.

Charming Bedrooms and Beautiful Bathrooms…

Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite is a lovely private space with a vaulted ceiling, dressing room and an impressive en suite bathroom. A second bedroom also benefits from its own cleverly designed en suite, whilst a stylish family bathroom serves the remaining rooms. The landing itself is quite the spectacle with the unique staircases, original woodwork, curved walls, built in characterful cupboards and various levels! On the second floor, two further well-proportioned bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, children, or home working.

Garden, Outbuildings and Garaging…

Ashford House is approached through gates onto a gravelled drive, with ample parking and a double garage. The garage itself is double in size, with two timber up and over doors, lighting, power, space to work around cars or plenty of storage. There is also further potential to develop above the garage.

The gardens wrap gracefully around side and rear of the house, mostly laid to lawn with mature planting alongside various patio areas. The garden attracts a lot of sunlight, particularly in the afternoon through to the evening after it has risen on the front side of the house, making it perfect for entertaining into the latter part of a day. To the rear of the garden lies a handsome brick and slate outbuilding with beautiful crittall doors providing access for modern home working or creative pursuits. There is wooden flooring, a valued ceiling, lighting, power and a large wood burning stove being a focal point to one corner.

A Wonderful Village Setting…

The picturesque village of Ashley sits on the Northamptonshire/Leicestershire border, in the heart of the Welland Valley’s rolling countryside. The village enjoys a warm and active community spirit, with a popular pub, farm shop, and some of the areas most attractive rolling countryside on your doorstep for walking. The towns of Market Harborough and Uppingham are both within easy reach, offering an excellent range of shops, schools, and train links to London. The A14 and Midlands motorway network are also easily accessible, making the location as practical as it is peaceful.

Rooms & Measurements…

Main Kitchen / Breakfast Room: 16'6" x 13'7" (5.04m x 4.15m)
Extended Kitchen / Family Room: 16'0" x 11'11" (4.87m x 3.63m)
Sitting Room: 14'10" x 14'7" (4.52m x 4.45m)
Hallway / Dining Room: 17'10" x 14'10" (5.44m x 4.52m)
Study / Play Room: 9'9" x 8'2" (2.98m x 2.50m)
Utility Room: 9'7" x 7'6" (2.93m x 2.29m)
Cloakroom WC
Principal Bedroom: 17'3" x 13'9" (5.26m x 4.19m)
Dressing Room
Ensuite Bathroom
Bedroom Two: 18'4" x 10'3" (5.58m x 3.13m)
Ensuite Shower Room
Family Bathroom
Bedroom Three: 16'10" x 14'5" (5.14m x 4.40m)
Bedroom Four: 18'2" x 11'2" (5.54m x 3.41m)
Outbuilding: 10'5" x 25'6" (3.18m x 7.77m)
Garage: 18'8" x 17'1" (5.70m x 5.20m)
Space Above Garage: 18'8" x 17'0" (5.69m x 5.18m)