Ketton

A rare opportunity to purchase the most charming, five bedroom house dating back to the 18th century with a beautiful, mature garden in the delightful conservation village of Ketton, stands overlooking the Chater Valley. The sought after village is well served and awash with listed buildings making it a most alluring place to live. With Stamford and Oakham so close, a wide range of superb schools in the private sector are easily accessible, so too Rutland Water with its outdoor pursuits and the A1 and fast trains to London - and cities elsewhere - for those wishing to commute.

The grade II listed, stone property with Victorian additions, all under a Collyweston slate roof, made up of generously sized, elegant reception rooms with high ceilings, nevertheless lending a cosy, comfortable air, is presented in beautiful condition. All the timber-framed windows have secondary glazing creating not only a warm, draught-proof home but also a very quiet, peaceful environment.

Five generous double bedrooms occupy the first floor with four of them en suite, and three bask in the morning sun with views across the valley. Every bathroom has a bath and the majority have separate showers whilst the remainder have showers over the baths. The impressive principal bedroom is around 17 feet square benefitting a wall of fitted wardrobes as well as a walk-in dressing room with further built-in storage. Similarly, the three main reception rooms at the front enjoy the sun during the morning and into the afternoon. 

The mature and private garden is sheer delight. To the front behind an evergreen hedge, irises, roses and perennials thrive whilst to the sides and rear, a wealth of planting including mature shrubs and climbers creates a verdant haven. Lush borders surround a large lawn, spacious paved terraces beside the house are perfect for sitting in the sun and gravelled areas provide parking. Virginia creeper clings to the rear walls of the house for a spectacular display in autumn whilst a pretty, rambling rose sprawls across the top of the summerhouse in summer; nearby, a pond encourages birds and wildlife.