Peace, tranquility and an abundance of nature await in the hamlet of Brooke, just four miles from the historic market towns of Uppingham and Oakham. Tucked away along a quiet, no-through lane, discover Bakers Cottage.

Pocket of Paradise

Approach the home along a sweeping driveway where there is ample parking – enough for five or six cars - set before the home and a double garage. A pretty, raised garden to the front provides a peaceful spot to enjoy a morning coffee and watch the world go by. Three curved stone steps lead to the front door and stepping inside the home you’re welcomed in to a bright and impressive entrance hallway. Coats and shoes can be stored neatly away in the cleverly designed under-stairs storage units.

The Heart of the Home

Running the full depth of the home, classic and contemporary styles blend harmoniously in the sociable country kitchen, where friends and family will naturally gravitate to. Entering this expansive room, picture savouring casual breakfasts bathed in soft morning light pouring in through the terrace doors, and hosting elegant candle-lit dinner parties that spill into the garden. In addition to the fitted kitchen units that house built-in appliances, including induction hob, double ovens and dishwasher, a central island unit provides a plethora of storage. Admire the countryside views, framed by a large window to the front, making washing the dishes a pleasure. This open plan room offers plenty of space to add a dining table, alongside relaxed seating in front of the terrace doors that lead onto the garden.

Practical Spaces

Keeping your kitchen tidy is simple thanks to the large laundry room adjacent. A boot room with access to the garden makes this an excellent place to kick off muddy wellies and towelling down the dog after a country ramble. Beyond here is a handy guest cloakroom and access into the workshop and garage.

Light-Filled Living

The spacious and elegant sitting room is filled with natural daylight thanks to the wide bay window to the front and two windows to either side. Soak up the magnificent views over to the fields in the distance from the bench seating. A cosy gas fire surrounded by a smart stone fireplace will warm you on even the coldest of winter evenings.

And So To Bed

Bakers Cottage is home to four double bedrooms, with two located on the ground floor. The first is currently used as a home office, and the second enjoys stunning views of the garden to the rear of the home. Both are served by a generously sized shower room. Ascend now to the first floor and at the top of the landing and turning left, discover a spacious and serene bedroom drenched in natural daylight. A window seat invites you to pause and enjoy views of the garden. Across the landing is a contemporary shower room. Finally, discover the truly sumptuous principal suite, beginning with an enviable fitted dressing room and luxurious en suite bathroom with shower. In addition to the fabulous dressing area, the principal suite also has two large, walk-in wardrobes. Awash with light, the picturesque bedroom has a window to the side and to the front, with another charming window seat overlooking the front garden and fields beyond.

Sunny Sanctuary

Step outside to the beautifully planted and impeccably maintained rear garden. In addition to the lawn with its mature fruit trees, there is also a large entertaining area perfect for hosting family and friends. Take refuge from the sun in the stylish summerhouse towards the rear of the garden. To the side, steps lead down to a lower garden that houses a handy garden shed and glasshouse, perfect for keen gardeners.

The Finer Details

Freehold / Detached / Constructed 1997 / Plot approx. 0.28 acre / Oil central heating / Klargester septic tank / Mains electricity and water / High speed fibre broadband / EPC rating C Rutland County Council, tax band G

Dimensions

Ground Floor: approx. 160.5 sq. metres (1727.8 sq. feet) / First Floor: approx. 97.8 sq. metres (1052.5 sq. feet) / Total area: approx. 258.3 sq. metres (2780.4 sq. feet)

On Your Doorstep

Set within a small community, the charming hamlet of Brooke offers walks in abundance. Stroll through open fields and along the banks of the River Gwash. Pay a visit to the picturesque St Peter’s Church, featuring in the 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. There is also a village hall close by. Nestled between Oakham and Uppingham there is a wealth of local schools within four miles, both state and independent, including Oakham C of E Primary School, Uppingham Community College and the independent Oakham and Uppingham Schools.

Out andAbout

Enjoy active weekends at nearby Rutland Water, a family favourite with its cycle trails, watersports activities and walking trails. There is also an 18-hole golf course at Rutland Water, alongside several others close by. With fantastic road and rail links (pick up a direct connection to London from Peterborough and Corby stations – both close by), enjoy the restorative benefits of rural living from Bakers Cottage, with all the market town amenities of Uppingham and Oakham on your doorstep.

Local Distances

Oakham 2.4 miles (7 minutes) / Uppingham 4.4 miles (10 minutes) / Stamford 14 miles (25 minutes) / Leicester 19 miles (40 minutes) / Peterborough 26 miles (40 minutes)

Watch Our Property Tour

Let Lottie guide you around Bakers Cottage 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.