4 bedroom detached house for sale

Nestled in the sought-after Vale of Belvoir, The Moors is a stunning country home situated in a secluded, rural location close to the village of Eaton. Approached by a long sweeping gravel drive, the property boasts fantastic reception rooms downstairs and four well-proportioned bedrooms upstairs – all with uninterrupted views of the gardens and the idyllic surrounding countryside.

Built in 1939 for the current owner’s grandparents, the property retains many original features, including fireplaces and a historic dovecote. The formal gardens, which cover around two acres of land, are quite stunning, offering privacy with mature and manicured gardens, several useful outbuildings, and a double garage.

Eaton is a highly desirable location, with excellent links to the A1 and Grantham (with direct trains to London King’s Cross in around 70 minutes), Stathern, Eastwell and Belvoir Castle – all of which are located nearby.


• A stunning country home built in 1939 with a wealth of period features
• Two acres of gardens and grounds
• Secluded location in a tranquil rural setting
• Large entrance hall with downstairs WC
• Solid oak flooring in the main reception areas
• A spacious and light living room with a mixed-fuel burner
• Separate dining room with double doors to the study
• Conservatory-style study with fine garden views
• A heart-of-the-home kitchen with ample low-level and high-level units
• Integrated appliances include a Rangemaster oven, fridge-freezer and integrated dishwasher
• Large pantry with original 1930s tiled shelving
• Handy boiler room, workshop and ‘garden’ WC in a courtyard wing
• Utility room features fitted shelving and space for appliances
• Large first-floor landing with views across the gardens
• Four generously sized bedrooms with glorious garden and countryside views
• Charming balcony extends from bedroom 2 – perfect for a morning coffee
• Three bedrooms feature original fireplaces
• Spacious family bathroom with original glass wall tiles and on-trend checkerboard flooring
• Large floor-to-ceiling airing cupboard for storing towels
• Extensive mature gardens that wrap around the house
• Formal gardens include an array of fruit trees, rhododendrons, shrubs, a flower garden and a gorgeous Oak tree
• Several outbuildings, including a converted 1940s air raid shelter
• Office in the garden with a log burner
• Garden shed that is double-glazed and could be adapted for different uses
• Small stores used for potting and garden tools
• A period dovecote
• Sweeping gravel drive with a double garage to the side of the house
• Double garage includes a lockable workshop

Sellers Insight:

“We’ve loved living here and will miss it a lot. It’s a really peaceful and quiet home – great for entertaining and family life. My grandparents originally built the house in the late 1930s and it’s been handed down through the generations. The property has been well cared for – retaining many of the original features. Three of the bedrooms have period fireplaces and there are other historic elements such as the glass tiles in the bathroom and a dovecote in the garden. So, the house is full of character, coupled with contemporary touches.”

“The reception rooms downstairs are all exceptionally light and airy. There’s lots of space and a communal feel – which is great for family get-togethers and entertaining.”
“The bedrooms all have wonderful views of the gardens and countryside. From the smallest bedroom, you get spectacular views in the morning as the sun rises and you can often see deer roaming around in the distance.”

“The house was designed for countryside living. So, you have the area with the boiler room and ‘garden’ loo. This is handy when you’re coming in from a country walk or gardening – as it’s somewhere to store wet coats and muddy boots.”
“In the summer, the gardens are wonderful for entertaining, playing football or just chilling out and enjoying the spectacular views. You can almost get lost in the grounds. The patio area is very pretty and a real suntrap in the summer. The gardens have an extensive range of fruit trees, including apples, pears, plums, greengages, raspberries, blackcurrants, and redcurrants.”

“The colours in the garden are spectacular in the spring and summer. We have several varieties of rhododendrons around the property, as well as wisteria, beautiful lime trees and a stunning Oak tree. There are several outbuildings and sheds in the gardens – which are great for storage. The garden shed has double glazing and a storage heater, so it could be adapted for various uses. There’s also a garden office with a wood burner.”
“You have a lot of privacy and seclusion around the property. Eaton and the surrounding villages are very friendly, with a good mix of people who’ve lived here for a long time and newcomers.”

“You’re close to the larger towns of Grantham and Stamford. The Engine Yard, which is three miles away, has independent shops and a café. You’re also close to Stamford, which has a much wider range of shops and other amenities. There are lots of great country pubs locally.”

“For commuters, there are good road links to major cities such as Nottingham and Leicester. You can also get direct trains to London from Grantham in just over an hour.”

Location

Situated in the northeast corner of Leicestershire close to Melton Mowbray (8 miles) and Grantham (11 miles), Eaton is a charming hillside village comprising largely of traditional houses and cottages. The village is home to the 13th-century St Denys Church, a village hall, and a children’s play park. Just three miles down the road is the ‘Engine Yard’ – which has several independent shops, including a farm shop selling locally sourced goods. Nearby Grantham and Stamford offer a wider range of amenities, including shops, country pubs and doctors’ surgeries. The area is notable for its family-friendly feel and excellent schools.

The surrounding countryside offers a wealth of opportunities for walking, hiking, riding and cycling. Local leisure amenities include leisure centres, swimming pools, and gyms in Grantham and Stamford. Other attractions include Belvoir Castle and Belton House – which has the National Trust’s largest adventure playground.

Eaton offers easy access to the A1 – providing road links north and south. There are mainline rail links from nearby Grantham to London King’s Cross (in around 70 minutes). Further afield, Nottingham (18 miles) and Leicester (23 miles) are both within easy reach by car.

Schools

There are several popular primary schools locally, including Stathern Primary School (rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted), Harby Church of England Primary School (rated ‘Good’) and Croxton Kerrial Church of England Primary School (rated ‘Good’). For independent education, there is the Grantham Prep International School – rated ‘Excellent’ in all areas in the 2023 ISI Inspection.

For secondary education, the Priory Belvoir Academy in Bottesford is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Grantham is home to the Priory Ruskin Academy (rated Outstanding) as well as two grammar schools: The King’s School (for boys) and Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School. Other popular secondary schools include Greenfields Academy and Walton Academy – both of which are rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.

There are independent schools in Stamford, Uppingham, Oakham and, further afield, in Nottingham and Leicester.

Services
Mains electricity and water (private septic tank); oil-fired central heating
Local Authority: Melton Borough Council
Council Tax Band: G
EPC Rating: E
Tenure: Freehold