Location

Lyddington is a small Rutland village within a short distance of Rutland Water which offers a range of sporting activities including golf, walking and sailing.

The village has two pubs, a village hall and a vibrant community feel, with day-to-day amenities found locally in nearby Uppingham.

Oakham town (approx. 6 miles) the county town, offers a wider range of shops, including a Tesco superstore, and a mainline train station that serves Leicester and Peterborough in under half an hour, linking to commuter services to Cambridge and London Kings Cross from 50 minutes. There are excellent schooling opportunities nearby, including Oakham C of E Primary, Catmose Primary, Oakham School, Catmose College and Harington School.

Description

Tucked away at the end of Church Lane, this secluded cottage is a hidden gem. The deceptive entry does not give away what is to be found beyond.   

Originally constructed in 1800 with stone and slate, this unlisted home has a plethora of character features including beams, exposed stonework, and feature fireplaces.   

Internally the property comprises three bedrooms, four reception rooms and two bathrooms as well as the kitchen and utility area. The attached barn offers a fantastic opportunity to create further accommodation subject to planning.

Upon entering the charming home, split level gives you the option to either go to the ground of first floor, the latter of which is where the principal bedroom and bedroom three can be found along with the family bathroom. Another staircase at the other end of the house leads to the bedroom two which has an en suite bathroom.

The oversized ground floor is fantastic for entering providing a multitude of room with flexible accommodation. The kitchen has ample room for dining and is fitted modern units with inbuilt appliances including oven, microwave, induction hob and fridge/freezer, as well as space for a dishwasher.

The dual aspect sitting room is light and full of character with a large open fireplace with stone surround, window seat and feature beams with French doors that lead out onto the garden patio. The dining room boasts a feature fireplace and could be used as an office or playroom, leads through to the utility room and back door. The studio provides a light filled flexible space and the garden room with French doors out onto the garden takes advantage of the views out over the surrounding fields.

Outside
The wrap around garden is picturesque offering plenty of room to those want to enjoy their privacy. Mature trees and shrubs are complemented with sumptuously planted beds, a green house and vegetable patch. The garden is surrounded by open fields offering views fantastic views and really giving a sense of privacy.