Berrybushes, Market Overton, LE15

The Manor House has welcomed centuries of history – and with some remarkable guests. Sir Isaac Newton was a frequent visitor to what was then his grandmother’s home on the site of the current house, a connection immortalised in the carved stone head gifted by Earl Fitzwilliam, now set into the folly wall. Built in 1866, and later serving as a doctor’s surgery, this Grade II listed home was once celebrated as a prestigious ‘Hunting Box’, its paddocks and stables perfectly placed for the Cottesmore, Quorn and Belvoir hunts.

A Sense of Arrival

Set back from the road in the peaceful village of Market Overton, where the south side of the church tower bears a simple sun dial believed to be Newton’s gift, The Manor House makes a majestic first impression. Beyond electric gates, a broad gravel driveway sweeps toward the home, its curving Flemish gable carved proudly in stone. Romantic Victorian curves and finials, softened by ivy, balance grandeur with a quietly welcoming air.

Echoes of the Past

Inside, history greets you at every turn - from the original Minton tiled floor in the entrance, to the stone steps and flagstone hallway, where a commanding stone fireplace sets the tone for the home’s enduring sense of occasion.

Resplendent Receptions

In the library, space for a grand piano makes this light-filled room a haven for music and learning, its tall shuttered mullioned windows gazing across the village green. The drawing room invites both relaxation and entertaining, with arched alcoves, decorative beading, and deep cushioned window seats framing views of mature trees and manicured lawns. In the dining room, verdant garden views create a perfect backdrop for family gatherings and formal celebrations alike. Here, a handsome marble fireplace brings warmth and elegance, while mullioned windows once again draw the outdoors in.

Traditional Touches

At the heart of the home, the country kitchen radiates warmth, centred around a traditional breakfast table, and complemented by a walk-in larder and classic cabinetry. A rear entrance hall connects to a morning room and utility, while the original servant’s staircase offers a second, more discreet, route upstairs. Below, a series of cellar rooms offers scope for transformation — from wine store to tasting room, or simply practical storage.

Bedroom Bliss

The main staircase, designed for a slow, stately ascent, rises beneath a soaring double-height window that floods the landing with light. From here, four generous king-size bedrooms enjoy balanced front and rear aspects, each with leafy views and its own en suite - a layout perfectly attuned to family life. On the second floor, five further bedrooms sit beneath the eaves, offering flexibility for older children, a private guest level, or even a self-contained apartment. A family bathroom and storage room complete this floor.

Garden and Grounds

Beyond the house, the 0.76-acre, south-facing garden is a tranquil haven, its lawns framed by mature hedgerows and billowing trees that cast dappled shade across summer afternoons. Wander the small woodland walk, edged with stone and logs, where whimsical discoveries - from weathered stone troughs to the carved likeness of Sir Isaac Newton - anchor the garden in its extraordinary heritage. An iconic home poised for its next chapter, The Manor House is a place where history holds its own gravity, and where every stone has a story to tell.

What We Love

“An iconic home poised for its next chapter, where history holds its own gravity, The Manor House awaits.”

The Finer Details

Freehold / Detached / Dates to 1866 / Grade II listed / Conservation area / Plot approx. 0.76 acre / Gas central heating / Mains electricity, water and sewage / Rutland County Council, tax band G

Dimensions

Basement: approx. 40.7 sq. metres (438 sq. feet) / Ground Floor: approx. 185.9 sq. metres (2000.7 sq. feet) / First Floor: approx. 156.7 sq. metres (1,686.4 sq. feet) / Second Floor: approx. 143.9 sq. metres (1,549.2 sq. feet) / Total Home: approx.527.2 sq. metres (5,674.3 sq. feet) / Folly: approx. 7 sq. metres (75.7 sq. feet)

Out and About

Within the pretty conservation village of Market Overton, amenities are within easy reach including a doctors’ surgery with dispensary and a local shop. Market Overton is a friendly village, with a thriving bowls and cricket club and a welcoming village hall. Meet the locals at the village pub, The Black Bull. St Peter and St Paul Church is famed for its tower, believed to be the oldest in Rutland and dating back to the 13th century. A small village church, services are held and is home to a friendly congregation and enthusiastic choir. Enjoy leisure and pleasure pursuits in Oakham with its good range of shops and sporting facilities including rugby, tennis and football clubs.

Explore the Locale

Further afield, enjoy sailing, fishing, and cycling at nearby Rutland Water, before returning home to the peace and tranquillity of The Manor House. Children are well-served with several primary schools within a ten-minute drive, whilst there is an excellent choice of independent schooling nearby with boarding facilities available for girls and boys at the neighbouring market towns of Uppingham, Oakham, Oundle and Stamford. Commute with ease from Oakham Railway Station with its connections to Peterborough, Birmingham, Leicester and Stansted Airport.

Local Distances

Oakham 6.4 miles (12 minutes) / Melton Mowbray 11 miles (21 minutes) / Uppingham 12 miles (20 minutes) / Stamford 13 miles (20 minutes) / Grantham 16 miles (26 minutes) / Peterborough 26 miles (34 minutes) / Oundle 28 miles (36 minutes)

Watch Our Property Tour

Let Lottie guide you around The Manor House with our PJ Unique Homes tour video, also shared on our Facebook page, Instagram and YouTube, or call us and we'll email you the link. We'd love to show you around Owl Barn. You are welcome to arrange a viewing or we are happy to carry out a FaceTime video call from the property for you, if you'd prefer.

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