South Luffenham Hall, South Luffenham, Oakham, Rutland, LE15

An elegant, beautifully proportioned late 17th century Grade II* listed country house of exceptional character, set in stunning gardens, with indoor pool and extensive outbuildings

Description

Description
The house is constructed of fine ashlar and squared stone beneath a traditional Collyweston slate roof. This elegant and symmetrical home combines historic architectural integrity with generous and versatile accommodation, all set within beautifully manicured formal gardens.

Key Features
• Significant late 17th-century stone country house
• Principal bedroom suite with five further bedrooms
• Two en suite bathrooms, two family bathrooms and a shower room.
• Drawing room and dining room spanning the full width of the house
• Study, billiard room and additional reception room
• Kitchen and breakfast room
• Indoor swimming pool complex
• Substantial garaging, coach house and former stables/outbuildings
• Approximately 2.14 acres of formal landscaped gardens (including an orchard and kitchen garden).

The house is arranged over four floors, offering well-balanced and highly versatile accommodation.

The principal floor provides excellent reception space, including an elegant drawing room and dining room, ideal for both formal entertaining and family living. Additional reception rooms include a study, billiard room and further reception room, offering flexibility for a variety of uses.

On the ground floor is the kitchen and breakfast room which provide a natural focal point for day-to-day living, with views and access to the gardens.

The first and second floors comprise a principal bedroom suite, complemented by five further bedrooms, one of which has en suite facilities, and two family bathrooms plus a shower room.

Throughout, the house retains a wealth of period features including mullioned and transomed stone windows, moulded detailing and excellent proportions.

The property benefits from multiple attractive elevations, all maintaining a coherent and refined period style.

A single-storey stone outhouse adjoins the main house and offers further potential (subject to the necessary consents).
In addition, the property includes an excellent range of ancillary buildings, comprising of a coach house, former stables/outbuildings and garaging for several cars, with potential for further development.

History
South Luffenham is a highly regarded village with a strong sense of community, which offers an excellent range of local services, including a popular country pub and is conveniently located for nearby market towns.

The Hall, built during the Restoration period, reflects the architectural refinement and craftsmanship of the period. Constructed during a time of increasing prosperity in rural England, the house exhibits the symmetry, classical proportions and high-quality stonework typical of gentry residences of its era.

Over the centuries, the property has remained largely unaltered in its essential form, preserving much of its original character. Its survival is a testament to the enduring quality of its construction and its continued use as a private residence.

Today, South Luffenham Hall stands as an important example of a late 17th-century Rutland country house, combining historical significance.

Gardens & Land
The house is set within approximately 2.14 acres of beautifully designed and meticulously maintained formal gardens, which provide a fitting setting for the property. The gardens have been thoughtfully arranged to create a series of attractive spaces, combining structure, privacy and seasonal interest.

The principal elevation enjoys a delightful garden aspect, enhancing the sense of tranquillity and seclusion, while offering ideal spaces for outdoor entertaining and enjoyment of the surrounding rural environment. A particular highlight is the impressive indoor swimming pool complex, offering a superb year-round leisure facility.

Location

Stamford station lies 7 miles (11 km) to the north-east, with regular services from nearby Peterborough reaching London King’s Cross in around 45 minutes. Central London is approximately 95–100 miles (153–160 km) to the south.

The A1 is about 6 miles (10 km) away, providing excellent road connectivity, while Oakham is just 8 miles (13 km).
Rutland Water, offering extensive leisure opportunities, lies approximately 4 miles (6.5 km) distant.

Situated in the heart of rural Rutland, South Luffenham is an attractive village bisected by the Foss, a tributary of the River Chater. The village enjoys a strong community spirit, centred around its active village hall. The Coach House Inn, an inviting 18th-century country pub, is nearby within the village.

Nearby Stamford (7 miles / 11 km) offers excellent shopping, including Waitrose, M&S and a range of independent retailers, while Oakham provides further amenities and well-regarded dining. Burghley House, a magnificent Grade I listed Elizabethan estate set within Capability Brown parkland, and home to the annual International Burghley Horse Trials, lies just 8 miles (13 km) away, on the outskirts of Stamford.

Square Footage: 5,700 sq ft


Acreage: 2.14 Acres

Additional Info

Services : Mains Water, Electricity and Drainage. Oil Fired Central Heating to House (renewed in 2024). Mains Gas Heated Swimming Pool  (renewed in 2024). Fibre broadband

The property is grade II* listed, and is within a Conservation Area. Some trees have TPOs.

Fixtures & Fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. Curtains and fitted carpets are included in the sale, whilst all other, such as light fitting and garden ornaments, are specifically excluded, but may be available by separate negotiation.

Agent's Note: All journey times and distances are approximate.