Keepers Cottage

FOR SALE: A DETACHED BUNGALOW, A RANGE OF OUTBUILDINGS & APPROX. 3.50 ACRES OF GRASSLAND.

A dormer bungalow situated on the edge of the desirable Rutland village of Barrow and enjoying views over undulating countryside. The accommodation on offer which briefly comprises:

GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Hall, Kitchen / Diner, open-plan Sitting / Dining Room, two Bedrooms with en-suite Bath / Shower Rooms; FIRST FLOOR: Bedroom Three with Living area and en-suite Bathroom.

Outside, there are Gardens and a detached double Garage.

Included in the sale are a range of Outbuildings with potential to convert to Residential use (STPP) with a combined ground floor area of approximately 990 sq ft. and two Grass Paddocks extending in total to approx. 3.50 acres.

Description - FOR SALE: A DETACHED BUNGALOW, A RANGE OF OUTBUILDINGS & APPROX. 3.50 ACRES OF GRASSLAND.

Keeper's Cottage is a dormer bungalow situated on the edge of the desirable Rutland village of Barrow and enjoying views over undulating countryside. The accommodation on offer which briefly comprises:

GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Hall, Kitchen / Diner, open-plan Sitting / Dining Room, two Bedrooms with en-suite Bath / Shower Rooms; FIRST FLOOR: Bedroom Three with Living area and en-suite Bathroom.

Outside, there are Gardens and a detached double Garage.

Included in the sale are a range of Outbuildings with potential to convert to Residential use (STPP) with a combined ground floor area of approximately 990 sq ft. and two Grass Paddocks extending in total to approx. 3.50 acres.

Barrow - Barrow is a delightful hamlet situated to the north east of Oakham between Cottesmore and Market Overton. This is a village set on the side of an escarpment and enjoys west facing views over the open countryside beyond. Facilities including a junior school, shops, doctors surgery and some sporting facilities are available in the adjoining villages of Market Overton and Cottesmore. All other facilities are available in Oakham just a few miles away.

Commuting from the village is ideal as it is within easy driving distance of a number of centres including Leicester, Peterborough, Melton Mowbray, Kettering and Corby and is within a few minutes drive of the A1 Great North Road. There is also a British Rail station in Oakham and this links into Peterborough where there is a frequent train service to London Kings Cross, that journey taking approximately 50 minutes.

Leisure activities in the area are many and varied with country rambles or horse rides and sports including golf, football, tennis, bowls etc., all available within the vicinity. Rutland Water, a few miles away is a good location to spend time where there is fishing, sailing, cycling and bird watching.

Accommodation -

Ground Floor -

Covered Porch -

Entrance Hall - 1.96m x 3.02m (6'5" x 9'11") - UPVC double glazed entrance door, radiator.

Breakfast Kitchen - 3.73m x 4.47m (12'3" x 14'8") - White fronted floor and wall mounted units, grey granite effect work surfaces with tiled splash-backs, inset 1.5-bowl single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, built-in eye level electric oven and microwave, inset four ring ceramic hob, fitted dishwasher, fridge and freezer, breakfast bar area.

Radiator, under-stairs storage cupboard, recessed ceiling spotlights, dual aspect windows, internal door to Living/Dining Room.

Secondary Entrance Hall - UPVC hald glazed entrance door, radiator, recessed ceiling spotlights, stairs leading to first floor.

Open-Plan Living/Dining Room -

Dining Area - 4.45m x 3.51m (14'7" x 11'6") - Radiator, recessed spotlighting, double doors giving access to paved terrace area to side.

Steps lead down to Sitting Room.

Sitting Room - 3.61m x 7.42m (11'10" x 24'4") - Log-burning stove set on stone hearth with brick surround, two radiators, recessed spotlights, triple aspect windows providing lovely rural views, double doors opening to paved terrace area.

Bedroom One - 3.81m max x 3.07m (12'6" max x 10'1") - Two fitted wardrobes, radiator, roof access hatch, recessed spotlights, window to side elevation.

En-Suite Shower Room - 0.97m x 2.11m into shower (3'2" x 6'11" into showe - White suite comprising low level WC, pedestal hand basin and shower cubicle with mains shower.

Radiator, recessed spotlights.

Bedroom Two - 3.56m x 5.23m (11'8" x 17'2") - Three fitted wardrobes, radiator, recessed spotlights, dual aspect windows.

En-Suite Bathroom - 2.51m x 2.54m (8'3" x 8'4") - Three piece suite comprising low level WC, pedestal hand basin, bath with tiled surround and separate shower cubicle with tiled surround.

Radiator, window to side, access doors to Bedroom Two and Entrance Hall.

First Floor -

Bedroom Three - 9.09m x 3.94m (29'10" x 12'11") - A good sized room which is divided into two areas by a central galleried stair. The room is currently divided into a bedroom with living area and has two radiators, recessed spotlights, gable end window with far reaching views and dual aspect Velux windows.

En-Suite Bathroom - 1.40m x 3.91m (4'7" x 12'10") - Coloured suite comprising low level WC, hand basin set in vanity unit, bath and separate shower cubicle.

Fitted storage cupboards, radiator, Velux window.

Outside -

Detached Double Garage - 5.69m x 5.16m (18'8" x 16'11") - Light and power, two double doors.

Garden - The garden is laid to lawn and enjoys lovely views over adjoining countryside.

Range Of Outbuildings - 1.55m x 1.22m x 3.53m + 8.99m x 4.09m (5'1" x 4'0" - A brick built range of outbuildings extending in total to approximately 990 sq ft. These outbuildings could be converted to a residential use, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.

Previously used as Kennels and Storage and currently divided into six rooms as follows:

Room One - 4.52m x 4.19m (14'10" x 13'9") -

Room Two - 4.45m x 1.73m (14'7" x 5'8") -

Room Three - 2.49m x 2.26m (8'2" x 7'5") -

Room Four - 2.49m x 2.24m (8'2" x 7'4") -

Room Five - 3.63m x 3.76m (11'11" x 12'4") - With kitchenette and gas fired boiler.

Room Six - 3.51m x 18.01m (11'6" x 59'1") -

Steel Portal Barn - 8.26m x 7.42m (27'1" x 24'4") - A steel and timber framed building with side and roof cladding, a circular canine hydro therapy pool, lighting and power.

Two Grass Paddocks: Approx 3.50 Acres - Two grass paddocks extending to approximately 3.50 acres which adjoin the property immediately to the west of Keeper's Cottage.

Services - None of the services, fittings, or appliances (if any) heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems, telephone or television points have been tested by the Selling Agents.

Council Tax Band - Enquiries to Rutland County Council, Oakham 01572-722577

Energy Rating - Church Farmhouse: D/58
Josie's Cottage: D/65
Keeper's Cottage: E/52

Independent Mortgage Advice - Murray, in conjunction with St. James's Place Wealth Management can offer free independent advice whether you buy through Murray Estate Agents or another agent. St. James's Place Wealth Management have access to over 13,000 mortgage products and are able to find the most competitive products from the whole market. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

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Saturday 9.00 - 4.00
Bank Holidays 10.00 - 2.00

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