5 bedroom detached house for sale

The Property
Set in the highly sought after Vale of Belvoir and lying between the villages of Scarrington and Car Colston, this exceptional country residence represents a rare fusion of refined rural living, advanced sustainability, and first-class equestrian infrastructure — all set within approximately eight acres of immaculately maintained grounds and paddocks.

A Distinguished & Versatile Country Home, originally a four-bedroom detached residence, the property has been intelligently reconfigured to create two beautifully appointed joining dwellings, offering remarkable flexibility for multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or income potential — without compromising privacy or scale.
A sweeping, gated driveway — secured by two electrically operated gates — sets an impressive tone on arrival. The sense of privacy, security and stature is immediate.

The Principal Residence:

To the left, the main home occupied by the current owners is a masterclass in thoughtful extension and high-specification enhancement. A striking double-storey rear extension has created a substantial second reception room & bedroom with en-suite above, flooded with natural light and complemented by skylights and a charming balcony overlooking the swimming pool and rolling countryside beyond.

Main House :
-Three generous double bedrooms
-Three contemporary bathrooms plus downstairs WC
-2 large comfortable lounges
-An expansive kitchen diner with bifold doors opening seamlessly to the garden
-Extensive integrated storage solutions
- Utility

Cottage :
-Large kitchen diner
-Utility
- Lounge
-2 double bedrooms
-Large luxury bathroom

The bespoke chisel wood kitchen and handcrafted master bedroom detailing elevate the interior finish to a level rarely found in rural properties. Electrically operated blinds in the new bedroom suite, upgraded plumbing and electrics throughout, and underfloor heating in both the new lounge and cottage bathroom further demonstrate the quality of investment.

Property Description
Four multi-fuel/wood-burning stoves provide warmth and character, while a ground source heat system — supported by oil backup — ensures efficient year-round comfort. Ten kilowatt solar panels mounted on the barn roof significantly enhance the home’s energy credentials, creating a forward-thinking and cost-efficient estate.

The Cottage is ideal for extended family, dependent relatives, or as a rental opportunity, this secondary dwelling mirrors the high standard of care seen throughout the estate.

Exceptional Outdoor Living:

The landscaped gardens are both picturesque and purposeful. Designed for relaxation and entertaining, they feature:

-Heated swimming pool with air source heat pump
-Hot tub with permanent cover
-Fully restored and insulated office/summer house
-Fish pond
-Numerous mature fruit trees
-Expansive lawns and countryside views

The seamless indoor-outdoor flow, particularly from the kitchen’s bifold doors to the pool terrace, creates a Mediterranean-inspired entertaining environment while retaining quintessential English countryside charm.

Leisure Facilities
Premier Equestrian Facilities:

For the discerning equestrian, the estate offers a professional-grade setup rarely available in such turnkey condition. Across approximately eight acres are six well-fenced paddocks with automatic water systems and quality grazing. The arena is a recently refurbished 60m x 30m sand and fibre ménage with excellent drainage and LED stadium floodlighting — enabling year-round training.

The impressive 23m x 16m barn houses:

-Eight internal stables including a mare and foal box
-Automatic water systems
-Secure, alarmed tack room
-Solarium and wash room
-Extensive internal area for young stock, rehabilitation or storage
-Dedicated consumables area for hay, straw and feed
-A five-horse, extra-wide Monarch horse walker adds further professional capability.

Externally, the large concrete yard allows easy access via an additional electric gate, supported by a comprehensive CCTV system and secure hawthorn perimeter. A dedicated toilet and kitchen area within the equestrian complex ensures full operational convenience.

Further specialist equipment is available by separate negotiation.

A Rare Opportunity -This is not simply a home; it is a lifestyle estate — private, energy-efficient, architecturally enhanced, and comprehensively equipped for both luxury living and serious equestrian pursuit.

Impressive in scale, meticulous in presentation, and positioned within one of Nottinghamshire’s most desirable rural communities, this is a truly outstanding offering that must be experienced to be fully appreciated.

Location:

Car Colston & Scarrington are charming and highly regarded Nottinghamshire villages, known for its peaceful rural setting while maintaining excellent connectivity to Nottingham, Newark, Grantham and major transport routes. Surrounded by open countryside, it offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility — a setting befitting a property of this calibre.

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Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as 'draft'. Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks. Our partner, Lifetime Legal Limited, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer. You’ll need to pay this to Lifetime Legal and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale. The cost includes obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required, and includes a range of benefits. Purplebricks will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in providing these checks.