A delightful 17th-century cottage, sympathetically restored and thoughtfully extended to offer exceptional accommodation, seamlessly blending period charm with modern comfort. Retaining a wealth of original features, this beautiful home occupies an equally impressive and idyllic setting.
The accommodation briefly comprises a characterful breakfast kitchen, an elegant and spacious lounge, and a versatile study that could serve as an occasional third bedroom. To the first floor are two well-proportioned bedrooms, complemented by a stylish contemporary shower room. In addition, a detached annex provides highly flexible living space, incorporating a kitchenette, lounge, and bathroom—ideal for guests, home working, or leisure use.
Set within a private and picturesque position, the property enjoys south-facing gardens and far-reaching countryside views. With open rural landscapes quite literally on the doorstep, the location offers an exceptional outdoor lifestyle, whilst remaining conveniently placed for local amenities. The M1 motorway is accessible within approximately fifteen minutes.
Ground Floor
A solid oak entrance door opens into a welcoming reception hall, where a bank of stone mullioned windows overlooks the front courtyard. The space is finished with Jerusalem limestone flooring and provides access to both the kitchen and lounge.
The open-plan living kitchen spans the depth of the property and benefits from dual-aspect windows overlooking different areas of the gardens. Beautiful, exposed stone mullions create an attractive visual connection through to the lounge, while a door opens directly onto the rear garden. The kitchen is fitted with bespoke cabinetry, granite work surfaces, and a Belfast sink, alongside a range of appliances including a double Aga with companion electric oven and hob, a dishwasher, and space for a fridge freezer. A generous bank of storage cupboards enhances the breakfast area.
The lounge is a truly captivating space, featuring exposed ceiling beams, original stone mullion detailing, and a striking stone chimney breast housing a wood-burning stove set upon a tiled hearth. Oak flooring runs underfoot, while a front-facing window fills the room with natural light. A staircase rises to the first floor.
The study offers excellent versatility, equally suited as a home office or occasional third bedroom. It features exposed beams, oak floorboards, and stone mullioned windows, along with a charming window seat.
First Floor
The landing continues the home’s characterful theme, with exposed oak floorboards, stonework, and ceiling beams.
The principal bedroom enjoys a dual-aspect position, with windows framing breathtaking rural views across the valley and gardens. Features include exposed beams, oak flooring, and bespoke fitted wardrobes.
The second bedroom is equally appealing, offering exposed stonework to one wall, oak flooring, and dual-aspect windows that capture delightful countryside vistas.
The shower room is finished to a high standard, comprising a contemporary three-piece suite with a walk-in shower featuring body jets, a low-flush WC, and wash basin, complemented by stylish tiling and a heated towel radiator.
Externally
The property is enclosed by traditional stone walling, with a timber gate opening into beautifully landscaped, south-west facing gardens. Thoughtfully designed, the outdoor space includes a variety of seating areas, paved terraces, and well-stocked borders filled with mature plants, shrubs, and trees—creating a series of charming and private garden “rooms.”
A driveway provides off-road parking and leads to a tandem double garage.
The Annex
The detached annex offers superb flexibility and could serve as ancillary accommodation, a home office, studio, gym, or leisure suite.
It includes a kitchen area opening into a bright breakfast space, currently used as a gym, featuring exposed stonework, Velux windows, and full-height glazing with doors opening onto the garden. Steps lead to an elevated lounge area with dual-aspect windows, flooding the space with natural light and framing stunning countryside views.
A modern bathroom completes the accommodation.
Additional Information
A Freehold, Grade II listed property with mains electricity and water. Heating via LPG and a filtration system for the drainage. Council Tax Band – E. EPC Rating – Exempt.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1967 & MISDESCRIPTION ACT 1991 - When instructed to market this property every effort was made by visual inspection and from information supplied by the vendor to provide these details which are for description purposes only. Certain information was not verified, and we advise that the details are checked to your personal satisfaction. In particular, none of the services or fittings and equipment have been tested nor have any boundaries been confirmed with the registered deed plans. Lancasters or any persons in their employment cannot give any representations of warranty whatsoever in relation to this property and we would ask prospective purchasers to bear this in mind when formulating their offer. We advise purchasers to have these areas checked by their own surveyor, solicitor and tradesman. Lancasters accept no responsibility for errors or omissions. These particulars do not form the basis of any contract nor constitute any part of an offer of a contract.
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