James Sellicks
6-8 Market Place
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6DT
A charming three-bedroom Grade II listed cottage in the village of Stapleford, distinguished by its characterful thatched and pantile roof and complemented by comfortable, contemporary living spaces and two distinct outdoor spaces.
ACCOMODATION
The ground floor is arranged around a series of comfortable and sociable spaces, with the sitting and dining areas flowing openly into one another. The sitting room sits at the front of the cottage, where painted beams and fire place create a cosy setting for relaxing, while the adjoining dining area provides a natural space for family meals and entertaining. French doors open from here onto the rear patio, creating an easy connection between the living space and outdoors.
The breakfast kitchen sits to the rear of the cottage, providing plenty of space for everyday cooking, informal breakfasts and time together. A range cooker, breakfast seating and useful storage make it a practical heart of the home, while French doors lead out to the patio. A ground floor WC completes the downstairs accommodation.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite, creating a comfortable and private retreat. Two further bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests or home working, including a generous double and a characterful room tucked beneath the eaves, where a skylight brings in plenty of natural light. A family bathroom serves the two additional bedrooms.
OUTSIDE
One of the property's particular attractions is its two distinct outdoor spaces, each offering a different way to enjoy the garden.
To the front of the cottage, an established lawn is framed by mature trees and planting, creating a private and leafy setting with space for outdoor seating and relaxing. It provides a lovely outlook from the froACnt of the property and a peaceful spot to enjoy the garden.To the rear, French doors from the dining area open onto a patio and garden, creating a natural setting for outdoor dining and summer entertaining.
The property also benefits from two allocated parking spaces, together with plenty of additional space for further vehicles, providing excellent flexibility for residents and guests.
LOCATION
Stapleford is a small historic estate village and conservation area near Melton Mowbray, offering a peaceful rural setting with a strong sense of character and close proximity to the renowned Stapleford Park. The village is also designated a tree conservation area, adding to its established and leafy appeal. For everyday amenities and schooling, the nearby village of Whissendine, approximately 2.5 miles away, offers a shop and post office, pub, primary school and a range of community facilities, while Wymondham, around three miles away, is also home to a well-regarded primary school.
Melton Mowbray, approximately five minutes away, provides a wider range of shopping, leisure and everyday amenities, with further secondary schooling available in both Melton and Oakham. The A1 is readily accessible, while mainline rail services from Grantham and Oakham provide convenient links towards London and the Midlands.
SERVICES & COUNCIL TAX
The property is offered to the market with all mains services and oil-fired central heating.
Melton - Tax Band D
TENURE
Freehold
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING
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