85 Main Road, Collyweston

Distances:
Stamford 4 Miles, Oakham12.5 Miles, Oundle 13 Miles, Peterborough 14.5 Miles (London Kings Cross in 50 mins)
(All distances and times are approximate)


Situation:

Collyweston is pretty village located just outside of Stamford on the A43, it offers excellent road links to the major commercial centres Nottingham, Leicester, Corby, Kettering & Peterborough.

The village itself has a well-regarded public house, The Collyweston Slater, which provides good food and a cosy atmosphere. The village also benefits from an award winning and not-for-profit community shop, which provides all the necessities as well as some of the most delicious artisan local produce. More day-to-day facilities can be found in nearby Stamford, a mere 4 miles away.

The thriving market town of Stamford was once declared to be the “finest stone town in England” by Sir Walter Scott. It sounds impossible but today not much has changed and the country’s first designated Conservation Area regularly appears in the Sunday Times’ “The best place to live in the UK”.

Famed for its Georgian street scene, Stamford supports an active community. The town’s traditional weekly market continues, whilst the town centre boasts a great variety of restaurants, bars and boutique shops, as well as all the high street amenities and supermarkets one would expect.

Well-known for its architectural landmarks, including The George Hotel and Burghley House, and its proximity to the varied leisure pursuits afforded by Rutland Water.

Stamford railway station has superb commuter links to London (via Peterborough), Stanstead, Cambridge & Birmingham, whilst the nearby A1 offers links to the A14, A47 and M25.

All within a 20-mile radius of Collyweston there are some great choices for schooling. Some of the country’s best public schools can be found at Stamford, Oakham, Uppingham & Oundle. There is a first-rate Grammar school situated at Bourne, Lincolnshire and The King’s (Cathedral) School in Peterborough is also well thought of.

There is an equally varied choice for primary and prep schooling. Stamford Junior, part of the Stamford Endowed Schools, Copthill just outside in the village of Uffington and Witham Hall, which has an exceptional reputation. State primary schooling is well catered for in Stamford and nearby Ketton.


Description:

On entering 85 Main Road, even from the reception hall it is evident that this beautiful family home enjoys generously proportioned rooms with high ceilings and lots of natural light throughout.

Built of stone in 2014 the property enjoys many modern comforts, such as underfloor heating to the entirety of the ground floor and to the bathrooms of the first floor, and is very well insulated, making it energy efficient.

To the front of the property is a family room/ snug, opposite is an office-cum library with built in floor to ceiling shelving.

The sitting room’s focal point is the wonderful fireplace, with exposed brick work, housing the log burner, large windows provide views over the garden and there are also double doors onto the dining terrace.

The impressive, triple aspect kitchen-living-dining room boasts a large island comprising granite work surface, with vast preparation space, bar seating and wine fridge. The shaker style cabinetry provides ample storage and there is a built-in microwave, fridge-freezer and dishwasher as well as a large range master cooker. Off the kitchen is a utility room with plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, it also has access to the side return and garden. A WC completes the ground floor accommodation.

Rising to the first floor, from the light and airy landing space to the front of the property is a large guest bedroom with ensuite shower room and vaulted ceiling.

The Principal bedroom is to the rear of 85 Main Road and has stunning views, the enjoyment of which is enhanced by the Juliet balcony. Alongside built-in wardrobes, there is also a dressing room area and ensuite with bath and separate shower.

Two further double bedrooms with built-in furniture and a family bathroom form the remainder of the accommodation on the first floor.

To the second floor is a charming galleried landing allowing natural light to filter through the levels of this family home. To the left is an ensuite bedroom opposite which is a further double bedroom with built-in storage. There is also access to eaves storage.


Outside:

85 Main Road, Collyweston is approached via a paved drive, and boasts an attached double garage with electric door.Side access to the rear garden is on the right-hand side with storage space down the left-hand side return.

The garden has a large dining terrace, ideal for entertaining, with double doors from both the kitchen-living-diner and the sitting room.

The beautiful stone exterior of the family home is softened with climbing roses and a Mediterranean planting scheme of lavender, rosemary and salvia wraps around the patio.

Steps rise to the formal lawn beyond which are stunning countryside views also enjoyed from the pergola seating area.


General Remarks:

SERVICES
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected. Gas central heating. 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
North Northamptonshire:

COUNCIL TAX:
Band G

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

DIRECTIONS
From Stamford, take the A43 Kettering Road towards Easton on the Hill. Continue past Easton on the Hill and Collyweston is the following village. On entering Collyweston, pass the turning to The Drift, on the left, and 85 Main Road is approximately 200ft on the left-hand side.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
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.
2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification and address at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard.
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. November 2022