* Freehold
* 5 Bedroom House with Annex
* Approx 4. 15 Acres of Land
* Annex with a gym, bedroom, en suite, kitchen & lounge
* Underfloor Heating
* Traditional Home Updated to a Superb Specification
* 360 Views of Greenery
* Gated Driveway and Triple Garage
* 6 Miles from Oakham, 7 miles from Uppingham - 30 mins away from Leicester City Centre
If you’ve ever dreamt of becoming the lord or lady of a listed 18th - century
farmhouse in the heart of the English countryside, now’s your chance.
Boasting stunning period details interwoven with exemplary contemporary design
and 4. 15 acres of garden, paddocks and woodland, Launde House also offers four
bedrooms and bathrooms, a detached annexe, a dedicated recreation room, and a
swimming pool.
Although crammed with original features, the property is fully modernised.
Besides upgraded wiring, the house benefits from smart, nest - controlled under -
floor heating throughout powered by a new boiler; smart internal and external
Lightwave lighting; and an updated smart alarm system including eight external
CCTV cameras. There’s also satellite broadband to the main house and 4G
broadband in the annexe.
And Breathe. . .
You’ll find this parkland - style rural retreat adjoining the grounds of Launde
Abbey on the border between Leicestershire and Rutland – all just a few miles
from the market towns of Oakham and Uppingham and several excellent
independent and grammar schools.
A leisurely drive through gorgeous countryside will bring you two sets of
electric gates. These reveal a sweeping gravelled driveway that will deliver
you to the main house and triple garage or the stable block, which has been
converted into an annexe/office suite. The triple garage has 3 electric up and
over doors.
Pause to admire the ironstone, double - fronted exterior complete with pretty
dormers and characterful stone lintels. Passing a neat, hedge - lined front
lawn, you’ll come to a stone patio with a part - glazed front door that
complements the Georgian windows.
Welcome Home
Step through into a bright and spacious hallway illuminated by a mixture of
pendant and recessed lighting. Here, a charming exposed brick floor meets
contemporary paintwork that matches the carpet to a half - landing staircase
with a window seat. Underneath is a storage cupboard accessed by a wooden door
with traditional iron t - hinges.
You’ll discover a delightful sitting room or snug on your right, where bold
dark blue walls and exposed beams emphasise the huge period inglenook
fireplace. Meanwhile, a soft cream carpet and a charming shuttered window seat
with a central casement opening to the front garden invest the space with
light.
Across the hall, the tastefully decorated study comes with library - effect
feature wallpaper, two shuttered window seats to restore your focus, and a
handsome cast - iron fireplace.
Country Kitchen Dreams
This cosy and welcoming enclave leads into a spectacular dual - aspect, two -
tiered dining kitchen pulled together by a beautiful flagstone floor, recessed
downlights, and a central breakfast bar.
On the lower level, deep - set windows and a barn - style door provide lovely
garden views to accompany quiet morning coffees and leisurely lunches.
Alternatively, open the French doors to take food or drink out onto the side
garden and pool terrace.
In the kitchen, chunky beams complement a shiny black four - oven aga integrated
into a fabulous range of shaker - style white under - lit cabinetry topped with
granite and oak. There’s also a separate in - built Neff oven, a concealed
dishwasher, and two sinks.
Just beyond, there’s a walk - in pantry with space for an American - style fridge
freezer. From the dining area, you’ll find access to the cellar and a bright
flag - stoned secondary hallway leading to a sizable laundry room boasting loads
of integrated storage and a deep Butler sink – not to mention the views!
From the secondary hallway, doors lead to the rear garden and a triple garage
with a store room. There’s also an elegant traditional - style two - piece
cloakroom beside the back door.
Entertain in Style
Continuing past the kitchen, the flagstone floor descends into a super - stylish
cinema room with a private bar and feature lighting, including the disco
variety. This is the perfect space to entertain guests year - round, perfect oak
floor and modern double doors opening to the garden on either side.
Meanwhile, a wide oak staircase rises to a spectacular triple - aspect vaulted
cathedral of oak and glass that opens via two sets of doors onto a timber -
decked veranda and lawn. Topped by a chunky beam, the tall rendered chimney
breast adds further drama, setting the scene for countless parties and sunny
weekend afternoons.
Retreat Upstairs
A short oak staircase from the vaulted sunroom leads to a private landing
opening to a lovely guest double with dual - aspect country views and a modern
en suite shower room. The remaining three bedrooms are accessed by the main
staircase in the hallway.
On the first floor, a sumptuously decorated master suite takes centre stage.
This super - king - sized space features a plush cream carpet, chandelier
fittings, and a private seating area with a wall perfect for a generous sized
art piece or TV.
The master also comes with a fully fitted dressing room that flows seamlessly
into a huge and luxurious wet - room - style en suite. Here, you can choose
between soaking your cares away in the tiled walk - in rainfall shower or a
double - ended roll - top copper bathtub with matching double countertop basins.
Large, back - lit mirrors make it easy to get ready, while a tall heated towel
rail and a stylish back - to - wall mounted toilet complete the set - up. Shuttered
windows also offer both privacy and natural light.
Also on this floor, you’ll find another double bedroom with an en suite shower
room, while a second half - landing staircase connects to a massive triple -
aspect double bedroom with eaves storage, an en suite shower room, and views
across the Chater Valley.
Annexe Options
Previously a stable block, the fully converted detached annexe embraces a
sizable fenced patio beside a dedicated parking area. It features brightly lit
and easy - to - maintain contemporary décor throughout the various living spaces,
which include a double bedroom, a lounge, a breakfast kitchen, and a three -
piece shower room.
Not only could you use the annexe for housing relatives or guests, it would
make a peaceful and private office complex, especially as it also comes with
separate access to a home gym.
Explore Outside
Launde House lies nestled in 4. 15 acres of grounds. Immediately surrounding
the house, you’ll discover several large stone - flagged terraces and stepped
timber decking, allowing you to drink in the views at any time of day. This
includes an enclosed terrace surrounding the heated swimming pool, which is
shallow at one end and deepens to 2 metres.
Mature landscaped gardens and part - fenced paddocks with a water supply lie to
the south and west, providing ample opportunities to enjoy roaming your
estate, hosting barbeques and picnics, growing vegetables, or keeping animals.
An idyllic bluebell wood with a pathway also extends to the east, meeting the
parkland adjoining Launde Abbey beyond. At night, the wood is lit up by
extensive outdoor lighting, while a carpet of blue appears in the springtime.
Out & About
Just 6 miles from Oakham and 7 miles from Uppingham, Launde House offers
privacy and tranquillity within striking distance of historic market towns.
Just down the road, the Launde Abbey Coffee Shop serves up delicious freshly
cooked food, while a 20 - minute car journey will bring you Rutland Water –
great for cyclists and water sports enthusiasts.
Half an hour away, Leicester City Centre is teeming with big brands along High
Street, Humberstone Gate and Gallowtree Gate. Once a Roman forum and medieval
marketplace, the historic Jubilee Square often hosts open - air cinemas and
festive events, while theatres, museums, and live music venues flourish
throughout the city.
For travelling and commuting, East Midlands Rail services run from the nearby
town of Market Harborough to London St Pancras (c. 60mins). Corby is the same
distance as Market Harborough and is also a great option. The area is also
renowned for its prestigious schools, including the independent Brooke Priory
Primary and Oakham School, private schools in Uppingham, Stamford, and Oundle,
and Leicester Grammar
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