Walnut Close, Bisbrooke, Rutland

** NO CHAIN **

Charming detached character property occupying a large plot with garage, ample off-road parking and delightful wrap-around gardens enjoying countryside views on the edge of this picturesque Rutland village, just 1 mile from the historic market town of Uppingham.

Walnut Cottage was extended over the years and offers today flexible, generously proportioned three-/four-bedroom accommodation in need of general modernisation and updating. The size of the plot allows for potential to extend the existing accommodation further, subject to necessary planning consent.

Benefiting from gas-fired central heating system, the interior is arranged over two storeys and can be summarised as follows:

GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Porch, Inner Lobby, Living Room with inglenook, separate Dining Room/potential Bedroom Four, Side Entrance, Bathroom, Kitchen, large Utility Room;

FIRST FLOOR: Master Suite of a good-size Bedroom, Dressing Room with Balcony and Bathroom, two further spacious Double Bedrooms.

The property is available with NO CHAIN and early viewing is recommended.

Accommodation -

Ground Floor -

Entrance Porch - Main entrance door with glazed inset, dual-aspect windows to front, internal door to Inner Lobby.

Inner Lobby - Radiator, exposed stonework to wall, ceiling beam, access to Living Room.

Living Room - 5.64m max x 4.39m max (18'6" max x 14'5" max) - Spacious reception room featuring Inglenook with heavy bressumer beam above housing cast-iron dog grate with brick surround and raised stone hearth, two radiators, exposed ceiling beams, wall-light point, door to stairs leading to first floor, two windows to front (one of them with window seat), further window and external door to rear.

Dining Room - 4.09m x 2.77m (13'5" x 9'1") - Radiator, traditional beamed ceiling, window with deep sill to side, access to Side Entrance area, door to stairs leading to first floor.

Side Entrance - Radiator, beamed ceiling, tiled floor, internal doors to Bathroom and Kitchen, part-glazed external door to side.

Bathroom - 1.75m x 1.37m (5'9" x 4'6") - Coloured suite comprising low-level WC, pedestal hand basin and panelled bath with electric shower above. Tiled walls, tiled floor, radiator, beamed ceiling, high-level window to side.

Kitchen - 3.15m x 3.05m (10'4" x 10'0") - Range of fitted units incorporating roll-top work surfaces with tiled splashbacks, inset single drainer sink with mixer tap, base cupboard and drawer units, matching tall larder cupboard. eye-level wall cupboards, display shelving and glass-fronted cabinets. Integrated appliances comprise Hotpoint electric double oven and Tricity halogen heat hob with extractor above.

Beamed ceiling, dual-aspect windows, archway to Utility Room.

Utility Room - 3.15m x 2.54m (10'4" x 8'4") - Fitted Belfast sink, base and eye-level units, under-counter space and plumbing for washing machine, under-counter space for tumble dryer, space for larder fridge. Tiled floor, window to rear with garden views, stable-style external door to side.

First Floor -

Landing - Radiator, exposed beam, window with deep sill to front.

Master Suite - comprising:

Bedroom One - 4.17m x 2.72m (13'8" x 8'11") - Radiator, exposed ceiling beam, window to side, access to Dressing Room.

Dressing Room - 2.59m x 2.46m (8'6" x 8'1") - Full-width range of fitted wardrobes with sliding doors to one wall, radiator, loft access hatch, internal door to en-suite Bathroom, half-glazed external door to Balcony.

Balcony - 3.99m x 2.36m (13'1" x 7'9") - Timber construction on timber stilts enjoying countryside views.

Bathroom - 3.15m x 2.26m (10'4" x 7'5") - Four-piece coloured suite comprising low-level WC, bidet, pedestal hand basin and corner bath with Triton power shower above. Tiled splashbacks, radiator, window to side, access to eaves Storage Area.

Storage Area - 3.00m x 2.08m (9'10" x 6'10") -

Bedroom Two - 3.84m x 3.61m (12'7" x 11'10") - Fitted single wardrobe, radiator, exposed beam, two windows to rear enjoying garden views.

Bedroom Three - 4.65m x 3.02m (15'3" x 9'11") - Radiator, loft access hatch, window to rear providing attractive outlook over garden.

Outside - The property is accessed via a tarmac driveway which leads to the garage and provides off-road parking for up to four vehicles to the front of the property.

Integral Garage - 5.49m x 4.29m (18'0" x 14'1") - Manual up-and-over door, window to rear.

Gardens - The property occupies a large plot with mature wrap-around gardens to either side and rear.

To one side of the cottage there is a large area of sloping lawn with shrub borders, inset tree, vegetable beds and hardstanding for a greenhouse. To the rear lies a fully enclosed, west-facing area of garden with large paved patio area ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining in warmer months and extensive lawn with shrub borders and inset trees.

Services - Mains electricity
Mains water supply
Mains sewerage
Gas central heating

According to
Broadband availability: Standard, Superfast, Ultrafast
Mobile signal availability:
Indoor: O2 - voice likely, data limited; EE, Three - voice and data limited; Vodafone - none;
Outdoor: O2, EE, Three, Vodafone - voice and data likely.
Results are predictions and not a guarantee.

None of the services, fittings, or appliances (if any) heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems, telephone or television points have been tested by the Selling Agents.

Bisbrooke - Bisbrooke is a lovely Rutland village lying about 2 miles to the east of Uppingham and half a mile to the south of the A47 trunk road. Within the village there is a church which is also used as a community hall, but the main facilities are of course available in Uppingham where there are the usual shops, schools, doctors, dentists, library, chemist etc. For commuters, being close to the A47 affords access to Leicester to the west and Peterborough to the east, together with other centres including Oakham, Corby, Kettering and at the latter town there are train services to London, St Pancras. For sportsmen there are many ball participating sports available in the area including cricket, golf, tennis, rugby, football, bowls etc. In addition there is an Athletics Club in Uppingham and at the certain times, the use of the school swimming pool. A few miles to the north of Bisbrooke lies Rutland Water where one can enjoy windsurfing, sailing, fishing or just a stroll or cycle ride around the shores of the lake.

Council Tax - Band F
Rutland County Council, Oakham 01572-722577

Flood Risk - There is a very low flood risk for this property.

While flooding is unlikely, it's still wise to think about flood insurance and future changes in the area that could affect flood risk.

Independent Mortgage Advice - Murray, in conjunction with St. James's Place Wealth Management can offer free independent advice whether you buy through Murray Estate Agents or another agent. St. James's Place Wealth Management have access to over 13,000 mortgage products and are able to find the most competitive products from the whole market. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

N.B. - Interested parties are advised to check with ourselves that these particulars have not been altered or amended in any way since they were issued.

Viewing - By appointment to be made through the Selling Agents please. If you are travelling a long distance please telephone prior to departure to ensure the property is still available and to discuss any particular points which are likely to affect your interest in this property in order that you do not make a wasted journey.

Office Opening Hours - Monday - Friday 9.00 - 5.30
Saturday 9.00 - 12.00

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