Wood Close Farm5 Main Street | Wardley | Rutland | LE15 9AZ

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Wood Close FarmAn exceptional family home nestled in the peaceful village of Wardley and surrounded by outstanding countryside, just two miles from the flourishing market town of Uppingham.

“The house was hidden amidst bramble bushes when we came to view. However it was its location in the village, together with the most spectacular views from all aspects, which led us to purchase the house, and to embark on a major renovation and extension project ten years ago. Built in the 1700s, the older part of the house is constructed in beautiful ironstone, synonymous with this area, with the new, large, extension blending in seamlessly. Our large family is our first priority and the layout of our home, enables everyone to have breathing space for hobbies and study, together with social activities. The main ground floor accommodation consists of a large office, a separate sitting room, a cosy snug which features a large inglenook fireplace, which we restored to its original beauty. When designing our home, of major importance to us was our kitchen. We both love to cook and enjoy our family meals, plus we adore sharing our home with our friends. It is certainly the heartbeat of our home and is where guests gather whilst one of us is cooking. Large doors from the kitchen open out onto our spacious terrace enabling guests to spill out into the garden to enjoy BBQs on sunny days.”

“Our garden is designed to be easily managed and we created a ‘parterre’ garden. We also have space for a productive vegetable patch. Such a peaceful and tranquil garden and where to unwind after a busy day, sitting with a glass in hand, looking down over the valley beyond and enjoying watching the horses graze in the meadow at the bottom of our garden.

“Uppingham is our favoured shopping town, containing several individual high quality shops and its Friday market is a dream. Other towns are close by and the education facilities in this area are second to none.”

“We will remember so many happy times of life here; the friends in the village, our magical wedding day and our walks in the local wood, especially in springtime when it is carpeted with bluebells.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

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SITUATIONThe property is located in the peaceful Rutland hamlet of Wardley, surrounded by open rolling countryside and yet ideally located within easy reach of local towns and Leicester. Uppingham (1 mile) offers local amenities whilst more shops, bars and restaurants are on offer in the busy market town of Oakham, (8 miles) and the lovely Georgian town of Stamford, (14 miles) which is also home to the renowned George Hotel and the Burghley Estate. The property is excellently located for transport links: Corby (10 miles), Leicester (16 miles) and Peterborough stations (25 miles) provides high speed links to London, Oakham station has connections to the Midlands, plus there is easy access to the A47, A43 and both the M1 and A1. The area is home to many private schools including Oakham, Uppingham, Oundle and Stamford, plus a good range of local state schools. The property particularly benefits from its proximity to Rutland Water (6 miles), which offers a wide range of outdoor leisure pursuits, as does Rockingham Castle to the south. Stamford’s Burghley House has gardens and parkland, golf and a varied calendar of events throughout the year.

DESCRIPTION Wood Close Farm is a delightful period residence dating from the 1700s and built of distinctive mellow ironstone with a slate roof. The property sits in the heart of the peaceful hamlet of Wardley, with a pretty gabled frontage that overlooks the lane whilst the southern façade faces out over the surrounding countryside and there are captivating country views throughout both the house and garden. The house retains much of its historic charm with internal features such as original wood lintels and beams, and open

fireplaces, whilst the décor enhances the period style with natural stone tiled flooring and pitch-pine doors. An extension was added around twelve years ago, complementing the original house and creating light-filled living spaces with doors to the garden. The stunning master bedroom has a picture window which makes the most of the view and other recent updates include contemporary fittings in the sleek bathrooms and a stylish kitchen. Combining rural peace and seclusion with easy access to local amenities, Wood Close Farm is a charming and practical family home with captivating views.

ApproachThe house is situated on the village lane which is a no-through road. The front door, set under a gabled porch overlooks the lane and a gated drive leads to parking and the garage at the side of the house.

Ground Floor ~ Entrance and SnugThe front door opens into the charming snug, the focal point of which is the magnificent inglenook fireplace with an open grate. Original features include the lintels and ceiling beams; there is a stone-tiled floor, and two windows, one floor-length, flood the space with light. A door leads to the enclosed staircase to the first floor.

Drawing RoomAn elegant room with windows on each side and a pretty window seat from which to enjoy the view. The fireplace has a wood-burning stove with dwarf cupboards and shelving on either side.

CloakroomWith slate tiled floor, WC and counter-top basin with mixer tap.

StudyQuietly located overlooking the lane, the study has a large built-in desk with space for three separate work stations and fitted bookshelves along one complete wall.

Kitchen and Breakfast RoomForming one side of the ground floor, this stunning room is the natural centre for daily life with a sociable cooking area centred around the large Aga as well as space for a dining table and comfortable seating. With two sets of French doors, many windows and a stable-door opening out to the terrace the whole space is flooded with light and flows naturally out to the garden beyond. The kitchen itself features a range of solid wood painted wall and base units with a mix of granite and solid wood work surfaces. The large island unit has breakfast bar seating and an inset stainless steel preparation sink with spray arm tap, whilst there is a further double Belfast sink with mixer tap and an integrated Bosch dishwasher. The four oven Aga is supplemented by a four ring SMEG gas hob and there is space for a large free-standing fridge-freezer. The room has under-floor heated slate tiled flooring throughout.

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Utility Room With a range of painted base units with granite work-surface, a Belfast sink with mixer tap, space and plumbing for a washing machine and a stable door out to the side. A large larder cupboard is fully shelved.

First Floor ~ LandingThe stairs lead past a window overlooking the lane to the landing with cream carpets and a hot water cupboard.

Master Bedroom SuiteThis handsome room is quietly located on the far end of the house and has a lobby entrance off which doors lead to the bedroom and bathroom. The stunning bedroom has a range of fitted wardrobes and drawers, and a floor-to-ceiling picture window looking out to the captivating view. The en suite bathroom has a suite comprising a free-standing cast-iron claw-foot bath with mixer tap, Monsoon shower, counter-top basin with mixer tap, WC and heated towel rail.

Bedroom Two An elegant room with lovely views and fitted wardrobes. A door leads to the en suite bathroom with a white suite comprising bath, basin and WC. There is a tiled floor, large linen cupboard and a heated towel rail.

Wet RoomWith slate tiling and a Monsoon shower, there is also a counter-top basin with mixer tap, WC and heated towel rail.

Bedroom ThreeThis charming room has lovely views and a fitted wardrobe.

Bedroom FourA light-filled room with three windows overlooking the lane, and a counter-top basin with mixer tap.

Bedroom FiveThis pretty room has a vaulted ceiling and looks out over the terrace.

OUTSIDE

Double GarageThe detached stone-built garage has two sets of wooden doors opening to parking for two cars. A light-filled upstairs space, accessed via a step ladder, makes a perfect hobby area. There is lighting and power sockets and an access door from the garden.

GardenThe secluded garden is set on the south-side of the house, enclosed by tall mature shrubs and trees and bordering open pasture on the far perimeter, beyond which open Rutland countryside stretches away to the horizon. A pretty parterre with box-edged beds of ornamental yew trees and low planting is set in front of the house and French doors on two sides of the Kitchen allow a natural flow between the house and garden.

There are many sunny seating areas, ideal for outdoor eating and entertaining, and from which to enjoy the splendid views. Beyond the terrace is a wide lawn and a vegetable patch and log store, and there are uninterrupted views over open countryside throughout the garden.

Local Council: Rutland County CouncilServices: Mains electricity, private drainage & shared village water supply.Central Heating: Oil-firedEPC Rating: E

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 02.06.2015

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