Breathtaking period family home with a 1.5 acre paddock and stables
Located in the heart of the village, The Old Rectory is an impressive Victorian residence forming the larger part of the former rectory. Constructed in traditional style with brick elevations beneath a slate-tiled roof, the property has been sympathetically restored to preserve its original character and proportions. It retains many period features, including high ceilings, decorative cornicing, large sash windows, and an elegant fireplace.
The accommodation extends to just over 4,000 sq ft and is arranged over two principal floors, in addition to a generous basement level. The ground floor comprises an entrance vestibule, cloakroom, and a welcoming reception hall with a striking staircase rising to the first floor. There is a bright double-aspect drawing room with south and west-facing aspects, a spacious dining room with French doors opening onto a south-facing terrace, and a study with its own private entrance hall. The kitchen/breakfast room is particularly well-appointed, featuring high-quality fitted units, integrated appliances, granite worktops, and a freestanding range cooker.
The basement is a notable feature of the property, providing extensive additional space currently arranged as a home gym, store, and wine cellar, with the added benefit of independent external access.
On the first floor, a generous landing leads to a large principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an en suite shower room. There is a second bedroom with an en suite bathroom, along with two further bedrooms served by a family bathroom.
Outside the property is approached via a gravelled driveway offering ample off road parking, with a two bay carport located to the front of the drive. Double iron gates lead you in to the block paved side terrace with established shrubs offering privacy. The rear garden offers a two tiered paved terrace which is ideal for outdoor dining. A generous lawn sits centrally in the garden whilst being bordered by mature trees and herbaceous borders. A pathway leads to your yard where you will find a brick built stable block with three boxes and an open store. From the yard a five bar gate leads you on to the paddock which extends to approximately 1.5 acres, offering good grazing. The paddock also benefits from an additional access yard, which is accessed via Moulton Road.
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A beautifully picturesque period home that offers an array of potential and you just can’t help but be captivated by the tall ceilings. Yet to get this along with stables and a paddock right in the middle of the village is just an exceptional package and opportunity.
Ben SmithProperty agent