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Full Details for 5 Bedroom Detached for sale in Oakham, LE15 :

The Old Granary is a truly exceptional village home that combines historic character and charm with stunning contemporary style and high-end design. Quietly located on the edge of Empingham the house has lovely views across open countryside and yet is within a few minutes walk of the village. The original Grade II listed barn dates from the mid-eighteenth century and the pretty façade retains its architectural character with walls built of mellow coloured local stone, wooden lintels and a steeply pitched roof. The property has recently been entirely renovated and the interior now features a stunning contemporary design that enhances the original structure of the barn revealing its vaulted ceiling and original timber-work. Now combining period charm with unique contemporary style, the unique home has an easy flow through the semi-open plan rooms and the layout maximizes the feeling of space and light and make this a modern and practical home. At the heart of the house is a stunning three level living space with mezzanine level Living Room and Snug which overlook the Kitchen below, where French doors further extend the space out to the garden. The house has been finished to the highest specifications with a sleek high-gloss Kitchen, luxurious bathrooms by Porcelanosa, natural stone tiling and granite sills and is presented in immaculate order. With its striking features, flexible living space and, pretty gardens, The Old Granary is a desirable, luxurious country home in an excellent Rutland location.

Approach
The Old Granary is approached from the lane through iron gates opening to gravelled parking set below the house with the Garage to the side. Wide steps lead to the terrace and door.

Ground Floor - Entrance Hall
The front door opens into the Hall where there are two coat cupboards and a ½ glazed door leads to the ground floor bedrooms. Bleached wood effect Karndean flooring runs throughout the Living space.

Kitchen Dining Room - 30' 1'' x 15' 9'' (9.16m x 4.80m)
This is a truly stunning space set in the very heart of the barn and flooded with natural light from the many windows including floor-to-ceiling windows with country views as well as French doors that open the whole space up to the garden at the back. At the centre of the property the barn's original soaring ceiling has been opened up and the feeling of space and light is further enhanced by the sleek, modern décor which includes a wall of reflective natural stone and a smart glass and oak staircase and balustrade. The dining space overlooks the gardens on each side and the Kitchen itself is fitted with a stylish range of high-gloss wall and base units, including a central island with seating, all with granite work surfaces. The 1 ½ bowl stainless steel inset sinks have a spray-arm mixer tap and the excellent range of integrated appliances include a double electric oven, 4-ring induction hob, extractor fan, dishwasher, microwave oven and wine chiller; all by Miele. There is further space for a US-style fridge/freezer. A door leads through to the Side Hall.

Side Hall, Cloakroom & Utility Room
The Side Hall has a separate outside door and a cupboard for coat storage. The Utility Room has high-gloss units, a stainless steel sink with mixer tap and space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble-dryer. It also houses the new gas-fired boiler. The Cloakroom has a white basin with mixer tap and WC.

Study/Bedroom Five - 9' 10'' x 8' 7'' (2.99m x 2.61m)
A part-glazed door leads to the attractive study which has a window overlooking the terrace and an original beam.

Bedroom Two - 10' 11'' x 9' 5'' (3.32m x 2.87m)
With views to the back garden and a fitted wardrobe.

Bedroom Three - 16' 6'' x 9' 6'' (5.03m x 2.89m)
This pretty room has an original beam and fitted wardrobes and carpet.

Shower Room
With fittings by Porcelanosa this comprises a cubicle with Monsoon shower, basin with mixer tap and WC. There is also natural stone tiling, a heated towel rail and the airing cupboard.

First Floor - Living Room - 22' 10'' x 15' 11'' (6.95m x 4.85m)
The stairs rise through the centre of the house to the stunning living space which overlooks the Dining Room below. The stair case and balustrade are made of solid oak and glass and rise past a wall of reflective natural stone that bounces light around the space and is further enhanced by feature lighting throughout the Living Room. The lofty vaulted ceiling features the original timber framework and is fitted with Velux windows on each side which flood the house with light throughout the day, along with windows on both sides overlooking the gardens. At the far end the handsome chimney breast also features natural stone detailing and is fitted with a gas flame-effect feature fire. At the other end of the room the stairs continue to a further mezzanine level.

Study/Snug - 15' 10'' x 10' 1'' (4.82m x 3.07m)
This room has a bird's eye view of the Living Room and Kitchen below and yet is tucked up amongst the timbers of the roof space. It would be ideal as a Snug or Study.

Bedroom Four - 10' 9'' x 9' 5'' (3.27m x 2.87m)
With a view of the rear garden.

Shower Room
With tiled flooring and a Porcelanosa suite comprising basin, WC and Monsoon shower, along with a heated towel rail.

Master Bedroom Suite - 16' 9'' x 16' 4'' (5.10m x 4.97m)
The luxurious Master bedroom occupies one end of the first floor and has a high vaulted ceiling with Velux windows and views of the rear garden, as well as a striking feature wall of black natural stone set behind the bed, whilst on one side is a free-standing bath with mixer tap and hand-held attachment. A spiral staircase leads to the Dressing Room which is fitted with hanging and shelving. A door leads to the En Suite Shower Room which has a splendid zoned Porcelanosa shower/steam suite with integrated radio. The rest of the suite comprises basin with mixer tap, WC and heated towel rail.

Outside - Garden
The gardens are set out on each side of the barn. From the drive wide stone steps flanked by lawns and low level planting lead to a west facing terrace running along the front of the house. On the far side, the landscaped back garden is fully enclosed and secluded and features terraces of stepped beds with mature planting that rise to a large flagged garden with a barked area to one side for play equipment, whilst there are a number of mature trees and shrubs and the far perimeter is planted with laurel hedging. Both front and back, the gardens have numerous spaces ideal for outside seating and entertaining and a timber Summer House at the back is the ideal place to enjoy the garden year round.

Double Garage - 20' 10'' x 18' 5'' (6.35m x 5.61m)
The stone-built detached Garage has an electric up-and-over door and parking for two cars. There is lighting, electrical sockets and it is fitted with an alarm system.Services: Electricity, Gas, Water & DrainageCentral Heating: Gas FiredLocal Authority: Rutland County CouncilTenure: Freehold


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