5 bedroom house

ELEVATED LIVING .
Turning off the main street, pull up onto the gravel driveway and park in the double garage ahead. Keen cyclists can park up in the handy bike store adjacent.

Embracing the locale, the unique home sits beneath a handsome Collyweston-style slate roof, a tantalising sight of slopes and angles, creating its own utterly unique fingerprint on the landscape. Retaining its triangular charm, elevated on its north-east facing plot, where it enjoys paddock and extensive countryside views.  

A HOME WITH FLOW .
A gravel path guides you to the solid oak front door. Once inside, step onto cream coloured tiles. Exposed stone and oak evoke a sense of this home's heritage in the entrance hallway. Pass the guest cloakroom on the left as you make your way up three steps to the inner hallway, passing handy coat cupboards and proceed to the hub of the home.

Emerge into a light-filled open-plan kitchen-dining room, where exposed timbers adorn the double height vaulted ceiling above. Bifold doors draw the outdoors in, providing instant access to the balcony beyond, tempting you out to enjoy sunny breakfasts overlooking the immaculately manicured knot garden below. 

LIGHT-FILLED LIVING .
High ceilings add a sense of space and the bespoke oak kitchen embraces the country feel of this home, factoring in barrel fronted cupboards to its ample supply of cabinetry. Granite worktops make a mature contrast to the warmth of the oak, with two dishwashers, an undermounted Belfast sink, bank of ovens and an induction hob with recessed extractor fan set within the peninsular unit. Exposed stonework incorporates original elements of the grain store into the design of this warm and welcoming home.

Continue into the large laundry and boot room, offering a practical space to carry out household chores. A door provides ease of access to the outside making for swift entry and exit with muddy boots and paws after you've made the most of the local countryside walks around Rutland Water. 

SOAK UP THE VIEWS .
North Brook House has five generous double bedrooms, the first of which is situated at the north end of the home and is found by ascending the illuminated oak staircase. Following its angles up to the first floor, arrive at a large double bedroom, accentuated by exposed stone and a Juliet balcony overlooking the north aspect and side garden. A second window frames views out to the east, drawing in views over the garden, whilst a second set of stairs provides access to an en suite bathroom. 

EXPLORE FURTHER .
Returning to the ground floor, sneak a peek at the next spacious bedroom, situated off the hallway, featuring a wall of fitted wardrobes and country views via French doors opening to a Juliet balcony. Once more, served by a refreshing shower room en suite, contemporary tiling underfoot balances with the rough-hewn rusticity of the original exposed stone wall.

Next, continue straight ahead onto the mezzanine level, where plinth lighting in the oak floor and glass balustrades amplify the airy brightness. Offering a bird's eye view over the resplendent drawing room below. From here, arrive at the study area, where A-frame oak beams extend above fitted oak bookcases. Light flows in through two windows overlooking the front. 

PEACEFUL RETREAT .
A set of stairs descend to the garden level. A secluded spot to step away from the hustle and bustle of family life. The drawing room offers an ideal spot to unwind. Bathed in light, double height windows extend up to the vaulted ceiling above, framing corner views out over the lush lawn and neighbouring paddock. Soak up the sunshine indoors or out, with double doors opening to the terrace, for the ultimate summertime flow.

A large wood-burning stove creates a cosy welcome, filling this substantial space with warmth and a genial
atmosphere - perfect for evenings snuggled up on the sofa.  

ULTIMATE PRIVACY .
Continuing along the hallway, arrive at the next bedroom, lined in oak flooring with an exposed stone feature wall. Currently serving as a family snug, this spacious double bedroom is cosy and inviting with garden views.

Beyond here, passing a large linen closet, explore a bright double bedroom enjoying another pretty garden outlook, while thick oak beams add character alongside exposed stonework. Built-in wardrobes provide plenty of storage. At the end of the hallway, refresh and revive in the bountiful bathroom, with walk-in shower with rainfall head, freestanding bath, wash basin and lavatory.  

YOUR PRIVATE SANCTUARY AWAITS .
Arrive at the principal suite, where bifold doors soak up the morning and early afternoon sun, opening up to connect effortlessly with a stone terrace overlooking the knot garden and onwards to the adjacent paddock. What better place to sit back and unwind and gather your thoughts before heading out to start your day? Exposed stone walls and amber-toned beams fill this room with quintessential country character.

Abundant storage for all your clothes is discovered within the large dressing room, cleverly concealed panel doors within the wall also opening to reveal a hidden wet room. Contemporary tiling surrounds the en suite, fitted with rainfall head. Also featured in here are dual wash basins, lavatory and a full height window looking out over the garden. Returning from the en suite, spy a quirky triangular peephole window in the exposed stone, one of many such windows hidden about the home. 

A TRANQUIL OASIS .
Iron estate fencing marks the boundary of North Brook House, with lush lawn set alongside box hedging and terraces offering sunny pockets for al fresco dining. Two garden areas offer space to unwind: both encapsulating the breath-taking setting. A convenient store and workshop tucked to the rear of the home provides space for gardening paraphernalia. 

WHAT THE OWNERS LOVE .
"It's such a friendly community village with great neighbours, and beautiful views - we are blessed to live in such a place." 

THE FINER DETAILS .
Freehold
Detached
Conservation area
Former granary store, converted early 2000s
Plot approx. 0.35 acre
Gas central heating
Mains electricity, water and sewage
Rutland CC, tax band G, £3,769.23 (2022/23)
EPC rating C

Ground Floor: approx. 177.3 sq. metres (1908.7 sq. feet)
Garden Level: approx. 155.7 sq. metres (1675.7 sq. feet)
First Floor: approx. 36.0 sq. metres (387.5 sq. feet)
Total: approx. 369 sq. metres (3971.9 sq. feet) 

IN THE VILLAGE .
A thriving country village, there is much to enjoy in Empingham. Why not try your hand at bellringing, with practice nights held most Monday evenings in the local church of St Peter?

Countryside walks abound in every direction, with a wealth of cycle routes to be explored and rivers to be meandered alongside. Love life by the water with the extensive leisure facilities of Rutland Water within walking distance. From fishing to sailing, cycling to walking, there is much to 'splash out' on nearby.

Perfect your swing at one of the numerous golf courses close by, or simply stroll about the village itself, home to a friendly pub, village shop, medical centre and hairdressers. Try your hand at bowls, cricket or allotment gardening - there is an abundance of clubs and an ever-ready brigade of volunteers willing to participate.

Nestled between the thriving market towns of Stamford and Oakham, families are perfectly placed close to a choice of fantastic state and independent schools including Empingham C of E Primary School, Casterton College and the Stamford Endowed Schools, alongside Oakham, Oundle and Uppingham Schools offering boarding facilities.

Commute with confidence, served by the nearby Stamford Railway Station, connecting you to Peterborough and beyond to London's King Cross in under an hour. 

LOCAL INFORMATION .
Stamford 5.5 miles (10 minutes)
Oakham 6 miles (10 minutes)
Peterborough 19 miles (26 minutes)
Leicester 28 miles (50 minutes) 

WATCH OUR PROPERTY TOUR VIDEO .
Let Lottie guide you around North Brook House with our PJ Unique Homes tour video, also shared on our Facebook page, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter, or call us and we'll email you the link. We'd love to show you around. You are welcome to arrange a viewing or we are happy to carry out a FaceTime video call from the property for you, if you'd prefer. 

DISCLAIMER .
Pelham James use all reasonable endeavours to supply accurate property information in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. These property details do not constitute any part of the offer or contract and all measurements are approximate. The matters in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers. It should not be assumed that this property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Any services, appliances and heating system(s) listed have not been checked or tested. Purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any service. No person in the employment of Pelham James has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars or enter into any contract relating to this property on behalf of the vendor.

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