Braceborough, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9

An incredibly beautiful example of combining period and characterful features with contemporary, high end finishings.

Description

An incredibly beautiful example of combining period and characterful features with contemporary, high end finishings.

Situated in a sought-after rural village of Braceborough, Berry Farm House provides spacious, well-organised accommodation set out over two floors, a private south facing garden, garaging and outbuildings and off-road parking.

Dating back to 1638, Grade II listed and formerly The Foaming Tankard, public house in the 1800’s, Berry Farm House is a traditional period property which has been extensively modernised and extended, to create a well-proportioned, contemporary family home, whilst maintaining characterful features such as exposed stone walls and beams, and close attention to detail. A modern flow, spacious proportions and vaulted ceilings give a feeling of light and space.

Reception Accommodation:
Berry Farm House sits back from the village road, behind attractive wrought iron railings and a forecourt garden, whilst wrought iron gates provide vehicular access to the rear of the property, parking for several vehicles, garages, outbuildings and gardens.

The property has been adapted to meet the demands of country life, with a useful addition of a utility room in 2020. From the gravelled driveway, the back door open into a luxurious utility room complete with ceramic wooden tiles. The utility room is fitted with a range of Stamford Kitchen units which provides storage and ample space for appliances. This leads to a pantry, bootroom and separate guest cloakroom.

The country feel continues throughout the property with a fantastic array of wooden panelling, exposed stone walls, large stone tiles and impressive fireplaces. A step down from the utility leads to the dining room which forms a centre-point to this home. Formerly the kitchen, this formal dining area is spaciously proportioned with one of two sensational stone fireplaces, restored to expose timber beams and stone flooring, complete with a feature panelled wall and underfloor heating. The front door opens from the east into this reception room, providing the perfect space for entertaining.

Leading from the dining room to the northern elevation under an exposed brick archway, the study is another impressive reception room. A fitted and handmade shelving unit provides storage for a large number of books whilst the room offers ample space for a desk or sofas to be used as a work from home space or reading room, with French doors leading out onto the driveway, flooding the room with natural light.

Leading from the dining room to the south elevation of the property is the spacious and impressive dual aspect, kitchen/dining room which benefits from access via a glass door into the garden. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units by The Stamford Kitchen Company, which provide extensive storage, under a quartz worktop with an abundance of preparation space and rising electric plugs, complete with a Belfast sink. A range of appliances are integrated into the kitchen including a dishwasher (available by separate negotiation), full length fridge/freezer, combination microwave/convection oven. A Rangemaster oven (available by separate negotiation) sits within an attractive bespoke hood. Two window seats provide seating for family and guests, one of which is currently used by the current owners as a dining area, with ample space for a dining table and chairs, whilst the breakfast bar provides informal dining for two. The second sensational stone fireplace is fitted with a woodburning stove, creating a cosy feel to the kitchen for winter evenings, paired with underfloor heating to create a ‘hub of the home’ space.

The Sitting Room was an addition by the current owners in 2021, providing a spacious, naturally light reception room, complete with a high vaulted ceiling with dual aspect views over the garden. French doors lead onto a wrap around Indian Slate terrace, providing the perfect spot for entertaining.

This impressive room provides a relaxing feel, the perfect spot to enjoy a book or relax with friends of family. The current owners have fitted a handmade shelving and media wall which provides storage, complete with underfloor heating and is wired for a surround sound system.

First Floor Accommodation:
Stairs ascend from the dining room to the light flooded landing, complete with a solid oak handrail and iron rods, and on arrival to the landing, a window seat.

To the left hand side, the principal bedroom occupies the width of the property providing a calming feel, with a high vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and stone wall, as well as inset lighting. A panelled wall opens to provide a spacious walk in wardrobe, whilst a window seat enjoys the views over the garden. The principal ensuite bathroom has been fitted with a large walk-in shower unit, double sinks, underfloor heating and a heated towel rail, whilst the character features continue with exposed beams and panelled walls.

Bedroom three offers the final double bedroom with exposed beams and a high vaulted ceiling. The chimney stack provides a characterful feature with ample space for storage to be fitted if required.

The family bathroom completes the first floor, fitted with a rolltop bathtub, feature wooden sink, heated towel rail and panelled walls.

At the northern elevation, stairs ascend through a secret door to the second bedroom suite on the first floor, complete with inset feature lighting. Bedroom two offers an immaculately presented, well-proportioned bedroom with high vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The room is flooded with natural light from triple aspect views, complete with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite shower room, fitted with solid oak, handmade doors.

Gardens and Grounds:
The iron wrought gates lead round to the rear of the property, providing ample parking for several vehicles and access to the garden and outbuildings. The property has been fitted with an electric car charging point.
The gardens have been relandscaped by the current owners to create a private space to enjoy a range of flowers, plants and shrubs. Situated in the ‘secret garden’ which is planted with Acers, twisted willow, peonies, roses, honeysuckle, jasmine and a lavender border, is purpose built art studio which could be used as a work from home space or gym to meet a buyer’s requirements.
Under the jasmine and rose archway, the path intertwines around the garden surrounded by an array of mature shrubs and trees, including a roses, laburnham, pear tree and a magnificent yew tree, whilst a small pond attracts wildlife. A covered dining area is situated in the southern point of the garden, providing a spot for alfresco dining in all weather conditions.
The pathway flows around the garden and returns to the Indian Slate terrace, complete with outside lighting. The private terrace enjoys views over the garden, accessible from several points to suit family life or the perfect spot for alfresco dining.
Accessed from the gravelled driveway, a barn provides garage space with power supplied. An additional stone outbuilding, formerly a stable/wash room, maintains the character and period features with the original chimney and copper boiling pot, complete with vaulted ceilings and a power supply. This space could easily be adapted into a work from home space or gym, to meet a buyer’s requirements.
The garden is complete with a sheltered greenhouse.

Location

The property is situated on the edge of the small village of Braceborough, six miles from Stamford. Braceborough has a parish church, with the neighbouring village of Greatford, providing a local pub and a village hall. The Georgian town of Stamford has a variety of amenities and shopping, including supermarkets. Local secondary schools include Stamford Welland Academy and the independent Stamford Endowed Schools and Kirkstone House School. For leisure, Tallington Lakes Leisure Park is nearby, while golf is available at Burghley Park Golf Club in Stamford.

The area is well connected by road, with the A1 less than seven miles away. Stamford’s railway station is seven miles away, providing hourly services to Peterborough (connecting to London Kings Cross services) and to Cambridge.

Square Footage: 2,318 sq ft


Acreage: 0.34 Acres

Additional Info

Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating is connected.

Fixtures and Fittings – Fixture & Fittings: Only those mentioned in these sale particulars are included in the sale. All others such as curtains, light fittings and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

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