2 bedroom house for sale

Oakham (6 miles), Uppingham (12 miles), Stamford (13 miles), Grantham (15 miles) Peterborough (26.5 miles) (London Kings Cross approx. 50 minutes by train).
All distances and times are approximate.

SITUATION

The Old Forge sits directly opposite the village green in the picturesque Rutland village of Market Overton. The village pub, post office/shop and church are all within a 2 minute walk. The village is surrounded by rolling, open countryside.
Both Stamford and Oakham are a short distance away and provide excellent everyday shopping facilities. More extensive commercial facilities are available in the regional centres of Leicester, Nottingham, Peterborough and Grantham. There is good access to the A1, M1 the East Midlands Airport and high-speed trains to London.
Schooling in the area is excellent with renowned schools such as Oakham, Uppingham, Stamford and Oundle. Leisure facilities are also well catered for with Rutland Water providing a range of water sports including sailing and fishing. Golf is available at Luffenham Heath and Greetham and there are a wide variety of country pursuits to be followed in the County.

DESCRIPTION

Dating back to the mid C19th, The Old Forge is a grade 2 listed, stone property overlooking the village green. Contemporary, light, bright and spacious, the property was converted into its current form in the late C20th, winning regional and national architectural awards. The property, which has been recently refurbished, enjoys solid oak flooring and period elements throughout. Balancing open plan living with practicality the property also possesses generous storage.

The spacious, open plan kitchen/living room is flooded with natural light from large south facing windows providing unrivalled views over the village green. The living space also enjoys a galleried ceiling reaching to the cupola and roofline above. The ceilings are beautifully ornamented with exposed vaulted beams and elevated mezzanines, adding to the charm and character of the property.

The kitchen features modern cabinetry with ample storage, high-quality built-in appliances and provides space for a dining table, creating the perfect setting for entertaining. A separate snug/office provides the ideal place to relax, study or work from home (with high-speed fibre Wi-Fi). Completing the stylish ground floor is a downstairs WC, a well-appointed walk-in utility/pantry with plumbing for washing machine and further under stair storage.

Each mezzanine is accessed by a separate staircase. The first is a striking industrial spiral staircase which rises to a first-floor gallery landing, off which is the principal bedroom. The light and bright principal bedroom features exposed beams, galleried ceilings and views over the pretty village of Market Overton. It also has a generous and well-appointed ensuite with roll top bath.

The second staircase, located off the open plan living space, rises to a separate double bedroom overlooking the stylish ground floor through beautiful glass atrium windows.

An enviably located and stylishly converted character property with open plan living spaces and elevated mezzanines, nestled in the heart of the picturesque Rutland village of Market Overton.

GENERAL REMARKS

SERVICES
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected. Gas central heating. None of the services have been tested by the agents.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as blinds, light fittings are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

STATUTORY AUTHORITY
Rutland County Council:[use Contact Agent Button]

COUNCIL TAX
Band: D

TENURE
Freehold

VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West, [use Contact Agent Button]

DIRECTIONS
From the A1 (Northbound), take the A606 exit towards Oakham. Following signs towards Cottesmore turn right down The Avenue, taking the left fork along Exton Road. At the T junction turn left into Cottesmore passing through the village centre. A right turn leads you onto Market Overton Road, as you arrive onto Main Street the property faces you with the village green on the left-hand side.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs, videos and/or virtual tours illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
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