2 bedroom semi-detached house

What the owners told us...

“Barn Cottage is a warm, cosy, safe haven. From the moment we stepped through the garden gate, we knew this was somewhere special.”

From the street, Barn Cottage looks like a traditional stone barn — quietly nestled in the heart of Easton on the Hill. But what you don’t realise until you’re standing in front of it is that you’ve only seen half the story. “From the road, it looks like an old farm building,” the owners told us. “But step through the gate, and you get this wow moment. It opens up into a gorgeous garden, and you suddenly see the cottage in full. That reveal never gets old.”

Believed to be over 300 years old and originally part of the Burghley Estate, the barn was converted in the 1980s by a local builder who lived in the village all his life. Since then, it’s been lovingly cared for and updated by each owner — most recently with a brand new oil-fired combi boiler, a full redecoration, and a new kitchen. And yes, that kitchen does have an Aga. “It’s our favourite part of the house,” the owners told us. “There’s something about the warmth it brings — it just makes the whole place feel like home.”

The kitchen is bright and sociable, with modern gloss cabinets, a skylight for extra light and airflow, and a dining area tucked into a lovely bay overlooking the garden. There’s a small utility and WC off the hallway, plus clever built-in storage for coats, shoes, and hoovers. The dual-aspect living room is full of character, with windows on both sides, a log burner for winter evenings, and direct access out to the garden.

Upstairs, you’ll find two comfortable double bedrooms — both with built-in wardrobes and dual-aspect windows — and a spacious family bathroom with a large airing cupboard and additional storage. The landing even has a skylight, helping the whole upstairs feel light and breezy.

Outside, the garden is enclosed, private and full of life — easy to keep but bursting with colour in the spring and summer. Just beyond the lawn sits a separate annexe, which is currently used as a study and for storage. “It’s been so handy,” the owners said. “A quiet place to work, a spot for the bikes, and space to just be creative.”

There’s also a separate garage, currently set up as a home gym, and parking for 2–3 cars on a shared driveway (a portion of which belongs to the property).

As for the village? It’s one of those places people rarely leave. “Easton on the Hill has such a strong sense of community,” they told us. “There’s a local shop, Post Office, pub, café, clubs, events — it’s lively and friendly without ever feeling too busy. We’ll really miss our neighbours.”

“We felt like we’d fallen on our feet when we found this place. It’s peaceful, welcoming, and the perfect base for enjoying everything the area has to offer.”

Our thoughts...

There’s something about Barn Cottage that just makes you exhale. It’s peaceful, yes — but also full of personality. There’s depth and warmth to this home that you feel as soon as you step inside.

The flow of the layout, the glow of the Aga, the log burner in the living room, the light pouring through the windows… it’s the kind of place that feels good all year round. Practical too — with a utility, multiple built-in cupboards, and smart use of space throughout.

What’s especially rare is the flexibility. The annexe gives you options — whether that’s a home office, studio, hobby room or just excellent storage. The garage-gym setup works well, but could easily revert back to parking or workshop space. And having room for 2–3 cars on the drive is a real win in a village setting like this.

Easton on the Hill is incredibly well connected — minutes from Stamford, near the A1, with strong rail links — yet it still feels like a tucked-away village. It has a proper community, history at every turn, and some of the prettiest walks and cycle routes you could hope for.

It’s hard not to fall in love with this one.

Ready to discover what’s behind the gate? You won’t be disappointed.

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