St Monica's, Clipsham

Oakham (9.5 miles) Stamford (10 miles), Grantham (15 miles)
Peterborough (22 miles) (Trains to London Kings Cross in 50 minutes)
All distances and times are approximate.

SITUATION

St Monica’s is situated in the heart of the charming Rutland village of Clipsham, which is noted for its many attractive stone buildings. Amenities within the village include the renowned Olive Branch public house/restaurant, St Mary’s parish church and the Clipsham Yew Tree Avenue.

The market towns of Stamford and Oakham are within easy reach and provide excellent everyday facilities. Stamford in particular is noted for its fine Georgian architecture and the famous coaching inn, The George Hotel. Peterborough to the south and Grantham to the north provide more extensive commercial, leisure and shopping facilities with fast and frequent train services to London Kings Cross. Clipsham village is 1.5 miles from the A1 providing excellent travel links and 2.5 miles from Castle Bytham which enjoys a community shop and two popular village pubs.

Schooling in the area is excellent with renowned schools, such as Oakham, Uppingham, Oundle, Stamford, Witham and Bourne Grammar. The area has a fine range of recreational and leisure facilities with a choice of golf courses at Greetham Valley and Stoke Rochford. Luxury leisure facilities can be found at Woolfox, nestled in the Rutland countryside, near Stamford. A perfect space for complete rural relaxation, enjoying a swimming pool, sauna, gym, studio classes and café with an 18-hole golf course and padel courts.

Water sports including sailing and fishing are available at Rutland Water near Oakham and Stamford. For those inclined to walk or ride, there is a myriad of foot and bridal paths to be explored locally.

DESCRIPTION

Nestled in the sought after country village of Clipsham, a short distance from the popular towns of Stamford and Oakham, sits the exquisite country cottage, St Monica’s.

Built of stone under a tile roof, this delightful property was extended and beautifully renovated some three years ago though maintains the original character features throughout. The property exudes stylish living and sophisticated design finished in high quality materials, making it a rare gem in a stunning semi-rural setting.

Upon entering St Monicas is the country-style boot room with built in shelving and ample storage for shoes and wellington boots. The beautiful Belfast sink provides a useful and convenient accompaniment within. To the right is a stylish downstairs cloakroom with a built-in vanity unit. Continuing through a partially glazed door, Clipsham stone tiles draw you to the light-filled entrance hall and main staircase. Finished in a graceful, contemporary design, the stylish interior of this property creates a great first impression of this fabulous home.

To the right of the entrance hall is the elegant, triple aspect, living room flooded with natural light from the pretty door allowing access to the stunning garden. The living room includes built in shelving and is decorated to reflect a country classic look made for stylish living with exposed beams and a log burner that provides a beautiful focal point to the room. Returning to the entrance hall and turning left, you can find inspiration in the cosy snug / home office with views to the gravel driveway. The perfect place to study or work from home, this peaceful room also includes built in cupboards and shelving.

The spacious hallway has full length windows enhancing the light and airy accommodation with unique features that bring warmth and texture as you make your way through to the heart of the home.

To the rear of the property is the bespoke, deVOL kitchen, with original stone worktops, a beautiful built-in island with high quality shelving and storage featuring a range of built in Miele appliances. Bifold glass doors enhance a bright and uplifting feel to this stylish kitchen whilst enjoying dual aspect, panoramic vistas of the wonderful Clipsham countryside beyond. The open plan space also provides a large dining area, ideal for everyday living and entertaining.
Also off the kitchen is a generous walk-in pantry / utility room with under counter freezer and wine fridge in addition to plumbing for washing machine and dryer.

Returning to the entrance hall, the main staircase features contemporary built in shelving that is currently being utilised as a fabulous design statement bookcase. The first-floor landing comprises of the three double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

The principal suite enjoys expansive views of parkland beyond the garden boundary and has built-in wardrobes with an ensuite shower room stylishly decorated with pink marble and bathroom sanitaryware designed by Lefroy Brooks.

Further along the landing is another spacious double bedroom with magnificent deep-set windows and fitted wardrobes. The third double bedroom is adjacent to the family bathroom with bath and overhead shower stylishly finished with porcelain marble tiling.

OUTSIDE

To the front of the property is a gravel driveway which provides ample off-road parking with gated access to the garden.

To the rear of the property is the Bunny Guinness designed and landscaped English-style garden. The idyllic terrace has been planted with an array of magnificent flowers such as, Alliums, Peonies and Roses.

Astrantia and Hydrangeas also feature in this charming garden. A yew bubble hedge and lavender surround a tranquil breakfast spot that can be enjoyed whilst taking in the Clipsham countryside beyond the large rear lawn.
Within the garden are many seating areas along with a wonderful dining terrace, perfect for alfresco dining or outdoor entertaining.

‘The Hermitage’ is a former double garage, usefully repurposed for storage currently. Subject to requisite permissions, alternate uses for this space abound. With lawns to the front and rear, the possibilities for alterative living or workshop accommodating make this building a real opportunity ongoing.

GENERAL REMARKS

SERVICES
Mains water, electricity (3 phase) and drainage are connected. Air source heat pump central heating and hot water. None of the services have been tested by the agents.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fitting and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

STATUTORY AUTHORITY
Rutland County Council:

COUNCIL TAX
Band E

TENURE
Freehold

VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West, Tel:

DIRECTIONS
Leave the A1 at Stretton, head east onto Clipsham Road, follow the road for approx. 1.5 miles until the road meets Main Street, follow the road round the bend with the Olive Branch Country Inn on your left. When you approach the village green, follow the road round to the right and the property can be found on your left.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
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1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
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King West. August 2024.