Spinney Cottage and Ludgates, Cottesmore

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Set on the outskirts of this popular Rutland village with excellent amenities and excellent access to the A1 and the market towns of Oakham and Stamford, Spinney Cottage and its adjoining property, known as Ludgates, are set attractively in their own grounds of 12 acres, made up of both mature woodland with open glade areas, plus a former ironstone quarry which now provides a natural wildlife habitat, and an area of paddocks currently wired for dog walking. There is also a large range of outbuildings and garaging which have for many years accommodated a successful kennels and cattery business. 

The history of the original house is that it formed the barns, stabling and coach houses for the now demolished Cottesmore House, which was demolished following the war and formerly stood within the grounds where the woodland is now situated.

The accommodation of the main property has a large, open-plan and spacious feel and comprises an entrance snug, a generous reception room with an attractive bay window, a separate study, a spacious reception/dining room opening into the kitchen, together with a useful store and ground-floor cloakroom. To the first floor are three bedrooms, served by a family bathroom, with additional built-in storage off the landing.

There is potential to the first floor to connect up with the adjoining property, which is of a size and proportion larger than most annexes, with substantial and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors. The ground floor comprises a generous reception room, separate study, fitted kitchen/utility room, principal bedroom and en-suite facilities. To the first floor are two further bedrooms, additional bathroom facilities and a useful loft space. The accommodation offers considerable flexibility for extended family living, multi-generational occupation or other uses, subject to any necessary consents.

Spinney Cottage is situated on Exton Road, on the outskirts of the popular Rutland village of Cottesmore, which offers a range of local amenities including a village shop, public houses, primary school and community facilities. The property is conveniently positioned for access to the market towns of Oakham and Stamford, both offering a wider range of shopping, schooling, leisure and recreational facilities. Oakham also provides a mainline railway station with services to Leicester, Peterborough and beyond, whilst the nearby A1 offers excellent road connections north and south. The surrounding Rutland countryside provides attractive walking and riding opportunities, with Rutland Water also within easy reach.