Property description
Crowned by its Collyweston slate roof and a 17th-century sundial set high in the gable, this former village inn holds a timeless place at the heart of Easton on the Hill, a village where rural bliss and community living go hand in hand. Character Set in Stone A home of infinite character and surprise, step through into the entrance hallway, where rustic beams and panelled walls set the scene for a home in harmony with its roots, evoking warmth and welcome whilst a quaint staircase turns up to the left ahead. In the first sitting room, infusing warmth, the log-burning stove sits within an inglenook fireplace uncovered by the current owners. Curved stonework and Georgian windows providing rose fringed garden views combine to create a vision of period splendour. A second reception room, again with log-burning stove beneath a robust treacle-toned beam, could serve well as a formal dining room, awash with light from a shuttered bay window. Original cabinetry dressed in contemporary stone shades provides ample storage. Savour the Spectacle As you make your way to the rear of the home, a private courtyard area sits to one side, the perfect spot for a peaceful morning coffee with the newspapers. Quarry tiled underfoot, feast your eyes on the country kitchen, with Rangemaster oven, Belfast sink and traditional larder cupboard. Solid wood worktops and rustic beams emanate traditional character, whilst through an opening, the breakfast and dining room opens up. Stone mullion windows meet with French doors to invite daylight through, whilst a vaulted utility room with stable door to the garden awaits beyond. With a dainty cloakroom at its foot, stairs lead up to the first-floor landing, flooded with light from a tall window at the top, picking out the whorls in the exposed beams that decorate the space. Bedtime Beckons Privately positioned at the end of the landing, the first of the home’s four bedrooms is a true haven. A fiery red cotinus tree flames from beyond the stone mullion window, with exposed stone tracing the walls and a more recently uncovered fireplace beneath the high vaulted ceiling. The family bathroom, bedecked in beams and stone mullion window, blends contemporary metro tiled shower with roll top bathtub; perfect for a morning spritz or an evening soak. Cottage windows to either side invite light through into the guest bedroom, a spacious double, whilst adjacent, built-in cabinetry defines the next of the double bedrooms. Dressed in soft buttery shades reflecting the light, the final bedroom offers sanctuary and solace, served by an elegant en suite dressed in alcoves and exposed timbers behind a pocket door. An original door conceals built-in wardrobe storage. What We Love About the Home A home whose presence emanates in every room, the respectfully restored No. 20, High Street blends classic character with the modern luxuries in life, offering the best of country living with excellent connections and a welcoming community on the doorstep. Outdoor Oasis Peace and privacy pervade in the garden at the rear, enclosed in mature trees and shrubs to one side and stone walls opposite. Manicured lawn flows back, providing plenty of space for children to play and wildlife to flourish. A stone-built store offers outdoor office potential, subject to the relevant permissions while toward the home, a large, sheltered terrace is ideal for al fresco dining. A detached garage offers plenty of storage, with the pretty courtyard area to the side of the kitchen festooned in rambling pink roses, perfect for morning coffee and sundowners. The Finer Details Freehold / Detached / Dates to 1649 / Grade II listed / Conservation area / Plot approx. 0.26 acre / Gas central heating / Mains electricity, water and sewage / North Northamptonshire Council, tax band F Dimensions Ground Floor: approx. 100.1 sq. metres (1,077.8 sq. feet) / First Floor: approx. 89.7 sq. metres (965.8 sq. feet) / Total Home: approx. 189.9 sq. metres (2,043.6 sq. feet) / Outbuildings: approx. 26.6 sq. metres (286.3 sq. feet) Out and About From No. 20, High Street, step outside and discover the best of country living in Easton on the Hill, with rolling countryside, woodland walks and the open landscapes of the Welland Valley right on the doorstep. The village itself is a welcoming community, with quiet lanes for dog walks, a village park, and easy access to nearby footpaths and bridleways, including routes that lead down towards the river and across to Stamford’s picturesque meadows. The charming Grade II-listed Village Hall sits at the heart of community life in Easton on the Hill, hosting a variety of activities throughout the year, from yoga and exercise classes to art and craft groups, quiz nights, supper clubs and wine-tasting evenings. There is also a cricket club, horticultural society, history group and community orchard, offering further opportunities to get involved in village life. On Your Doorstep Schooling options are broad, with well-regarded primary schools locally and a range of sought after independent and state schools in Stamford and the surrounding villages and market towns. Everyday essentials are within easy reach, with Stamford just a few minutes by car for shops, supermarkets, medical facilities and leisure amenities. Closer to home, the village has its own post office and local store, and pub, The Bluebell, popular with residents and visitors alike. For dining, Stamford’s historic streets offer everything from cosy cafes to fine dining, while nearby Burghley House hosts regular events and seasonal markets. Commuting is convenient, with Stamford Railway Station offering direct links to Peterborough and onward connections to London. Local Distances Stamford: 2.3 miles (7 minutes) / Uppingham: 11 miles (19 minutes) / Oakham: 12.2 miles (18 minutes) / Peterborough Railway Station: 15 miles (22 minutes) Watch Our Property Tour Let Lottie guide you around No. 20 High Street 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. 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. Disclaimer Pelham James use all reasonable endeavours to supply accurate property information in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. These property details do not constitute any part of the offer or contract and all measurements are approximate. The matters in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers. It should not be assumed that this property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Any services, appliances and heating system(s) listed have not been checked or tested. Purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any service. No person in the employment of Pelham James has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars or enter into any contract relating to this property on behalf of the vendor.
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