Property description
Wood Close Farm is a delightful period residence dating from the 1700s and built of distinctive mellow ironstone with a slate roof. The property sits in the heart of the peaceful hamlet of Wardley, with a pretty gabled frontage that overlooks the lane whilst the southern façade faces out over the surrounding countryside and there are captivating country views throughout both the house and garden. The house retains much of its historic charm with internal features such as original wood lintels and beams, and open fireplaces, whilst the décor enhances the period style with natural stone tiled flooring and pitch-pine doors. An extension was added around twelve years ago, complementing the original house and creating light-filled living spaces with doors to the garden. The stunning master Bedroom has a picture window which makes the most of the view and other recent updates include contemporary fittings in the sleek bathrooms and a stylish Kitchen. Combining rural peace and seclusion with easy access to local amenities, Wood Close Farm is a charming and practical family home with captivating views.
Approach
The house is situated on the village lane which is a no-through road. The Front Door, set under a gabled porch overlooks the lane and a gated drive leads to parking and the Garage at the side of the house.
Entrance Hall & Snug - 16' 8'' x 15' 2'' (5.08m x 4.62m)
The Front door opens into the charming Snug, the focal point of which is the magnificent inglenook fireplace with an open grate. Original features include the lintels and ceiling beams; there is a stone-tiled floor, and two windows, one floor-length, flood the space with light. A door leads to the enclosed staircase to the First Floor.
Drawing Room - 15' 4'' x 14' 11'' (4.67m x 4.54m)
An elegant room with windows on each side and a pretty window seat from which to enjoy the view. The fireplace has a wood-burning stove with dwarf cupboards and shelving on either side.
Cloakroom
With slate tiled floor, WC and counter-top basin with mixer tap.
Study - 11' 5'' x 9' 6'' (3.48m x 2.89m)
Quietly located overlooking the lane, the Study has a large built-in desk with space for three separate work stations and fitted bookshelves along one complete wall.
Kitchen Breakfast Room - 32' 10'' x 15' 3'' (10.00m x 4.64m)
Forming one side of the ground floor, this stunning room is the natural centre for daily life with a sociable cooking area centred around the large AGA as well as space for a dining table and comfortable seating. With two sets of French doors, many windows and a stable-door opening out to the terrace the whole space is flooded with light and flows naturally out to the garden beyond. The Kitchen itself features a range of solid wood painted wall and base units with a mix of granite and solid wood work surfaces. The large island unit has breakfast bar seating and an inset stainless steel preparation sink with spray arm tap, whilst there is a further double Belfast sink with mixer tap and an integrated Bosch dishwasher. The 4-oven AGA is supplemented by a four ring SMEG gas hob and there is space for a large free-standing fridge-freezer. The room has under-floor heated slate tiled flooring throughout.
Utility Room - 8' 5'' x 8' 4'' (2.56m x 2.54m)
With a range of painted base units with granite work-surface, a Belfast sink with mixer tap, space and plumbing for a washing machine and a stable door out to the side. A large Larder cupboard is fully shelved.
Landing
The stairs lead past a window overlooking the lane to the Landing with cream carpets and a hot water cupboard.
Master Bedroom Suite - 15' 3'' x 14' 8'' (4.64m x 4.47m)
This handsome room is quietly located on the far end of the house and has a lobby entrance off which doors lead to the Bedroom and Bathroom. The stunning bedroom has a range of fitted wardrobes and drawers, and a floor-to-ceiling picture window looking out to the captivating view. The En Suite Bathroom has a suite comprising a free-standing cast-iron claw-foot bath with mixer tap, Monsoon shower, counter-top basin with mixer tap, WC and heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two with En Suite Bathroom - 18' 1'' x 10' 5'' (5.51m x 3.17m)
An elegant room with lovely views and fitted wardrobes. A door leads to the En Suite Bathroom with a white suite comprising bath, basin and WC. There is a tiled floor, large linen cupboard and a heated towel rail.
Wet Room
With slate tiling and a Monsoon shower, there is also a counter-top basin with mixer tap, WC and heated towel rail.
Bedroom Three - 10' 9'' x 10' 3'' (3.27m x 3.12m)
This charming room has lovely views and a fitted wardrobe.
Bedroom Four - 16' 11'' x 10' 1'' (5.15m x 3.07m)
A light-filled room with three windows overlooking the lane, and a counter-top basin with mixer tap.
Bedroom Five - 12' 4'' x 11' 0'' (3.76m x 3.35m)
This pretty room has a vaulted ceiling and looks out over the terrace.
Outside
Double Garage - 17' 11'' x 16' 7'' (5.46m x 5.05m)
The detached stone-built garage has two sets of wooden doors opening to parking for two cars. A light-filled upstairs space, accessed via a step ladder, makes a perfect hobby area. There is lighting and power sockets and an access door from the garden.
Garden
The secluded garden is set on the south-side of the house, enclosed by tall mature shrubs and trees and bordering open pasture on the far perimeter, beyond which open Rutland countryside stretches away to the horizon. A pretty parterre with box-edged beds of ornamental yew trees and low planting is set in front of the house and French doors on two sides of the Kitchen allow a natural flow between the house and garden. There are many sunny seating areas, ideal for outdoor eating and entertaining, and from which to enjoy the splendid views. Beyond the terrace is a wide lawn and a vegetable patch and log store, and there are uninterrupted views over open countryside throughout the garden.Local Council: Rutland County CouncilServices: Mains electricity, private drainage & shared village water supply.Central Heating: Oil-fired
Property Features :
- A DELIGHTFUL PERIOD PROPERTY WITH A STYLISH INTERIOR, STUNNING COUNTRY VIEWS & AN EXCELLENT RUTLAND
- Drawing Room
- Snug
- Cloakroom
- Study