Property description
In a truly idyllic location surrounded by lovely gardens and bordered by open countryside, Foss Hill is just a few minutes walk from the heart of the village and yet feels entirely private and secluded. The extensive gardens surround the house with varied levels, sheltered areas and lawns, and are stocked with mature trees, shrubs and established fruit trees. The house itself was built in 1975 using local stone and reclaimed materials and internally the principal living areas flow openly from one to another giving the ground floor a relaxed, semi-open plan feel. Throughout the property the many windows flood the rooms with natural light and afford marvellous views of the garden and Rutland countryside beyond. Foss Hill has the added benefit of a separate self-contained two bedroom annexe as well as various outbuildings and, with its well-established gardens and well-planned layout, it makes a welcoming and practical family home with flexible, spacious accommodation in a fantastic location.
Hall
The front door opens into an inner porch with a window to the front and hanging space for coats. A glass door leads to the main Hall off which all the principal living areas open. A further glass door leads to the Utility Room, Cloakroom and Back Porch.
Kitchen Breakfast Room - 15' 9'' x 11' 0'' (4.8m x 3.35m)
The kitchen is a light, practical room with windows on two sides overlooking the garden and a two-oven gas-fired AGA. Fitted with a range of pine wall and base units, a double stainless steel sink and vinyl floor, there is plumbing for a dishwasher and space for a dining area. A further door connects the Kitchen to the adjacent Utility Room.
Utility Room - 9' 4'' x 6' 8'' (2.84m x 2.03m)
With doors from the Hall and Kitchen this houses the boiler, and also has practical wall and base units, a stainless steel sink and plumbing for a washing machine.
Darwing Room - 26' 4'' x 13' 10'' (8.03m x 4.22m)
Double doors from the Hall open into this elegant, spacious room whose two wide, deep windows have views of the garden and surrounding countryside, and there is also an open working fireplace with stone hearth and surround. The room connects through a glass door to the Family Room on one side and swings round to the Dining Room on the other giving the whole living space an open plan flow ideal for family life and also entertaining.
Dining Room - 14' 2'' x 12' 5'' (4.32m x 3.78m)
A lovely room with space for a large dining table and a large window with absorbing views of the garden.
Family Room - 18' 9'' x 13' 8'' (5.72m x 4.17m)
Adjacent to the Drawing Room, this is perfect as a more relaxed family space, a children's playroom or garden room as it has French door opening out to the garden. Windows on three sides flood the room with natural light whilst tongue and groove panelling and an area of exposed stonework add character.
Study - 14' 1'' x 9' 1'' (4.29m x 2.77m)
A cosy room whose curved bay window overlooks the drive.
Cloakroom
With WC, basin and fitted cupboard. Vinyl flooring.
Back Porch
This practical space has a stable door leading out to the garden, space for coat and boot storage, and a stainless steel sink with drainer, ideal for dealing with flowers and vegetables from the garden.
First Floor
The staircase leads up to a carpeted landing which runs the length of the house to all the first floor rooms. There is a well-sized shelved cupboard and access to the large, boarded Loft.
Master Bedroom - 18' 3'' x 11' 6'' (5.56m x 3.51m)
The master bedroom has fitted wardrobes and a picture window with views across to the village and Church tower. Doors lead to the Ensuite Bathroom and Dressing Room.
En Suite Bathroom
With a white suite comprising bath with shower over, WC and basin plus a heated towel rail and shaving point.
Dressing Room - 23' 5'' x 7' 6'' (7.14m x 2.29m)
A large space with a pitched roof, this could be used as a dressing room or cosy private sitting room. There is plenty of light from two large Velux windows and a smaller circular window at the far end. Practical under-eaves storage cupboards have been fitted.
Bedroom Two - 13' 5'' x 11' 4'' (4.09m x 3.45m)
With a basin unit and views over the village towards the Church.
Bedroom Three - 10' 3'' x 9' 8'' (3.12m x 2.95m)
With a window to the side and a basin.
Bedroom Four - 10' 2'' x 9' 9'' (3.1m x 2.97m)
With a basin and window overlooking the side garden.
Bedroom Five - 10' 11'' x 8' 7'' (3.33m x 2.62m)
At the far end of the house this has views towards the village, a basin and heated towel rail.
Family Bathroom
With white suite comprising bath with shower over, basin and WC. Plus a heated towel rail and shaving point.
Outside
The house is approached from the village lane through a five-bar gate and along a drive to a turning circle and a large paved parking area in front of the house. The Annexe and Garage lie to one side and the drive continues to the Dutch barn.
Two Bedroom Annexe
Located across the drive from the main house the Annexe adjoins the double garage and is entirely self-contained with its own mains supplies and gas-fired heating system.
Hall
The front door opens into a hall with stairs to the first floor.
Sitting Room - 17' 4'' x 11' 7'' (5.28m x 3.53m)
A spacious room with French doors leading out to the garden and an door connecting it to the Dining Room.
Dining Room - 10' 2'' x 8' 5'' (3.1m x 2.57m)
Connecting the Living Room and Kitchen this has views over the garden.
Kitchen - 10' 11'' x 10' 11'' (3.33m x 3.33m)
A well-sized room fitted with a range of wall and base units, a stainless steel sink with drainer and plumbing points for dishwasher and washing machine. There is an outside door leading to the garden.
Bathroom
With white suite comprising bath, WC and basin.
First Floor
The stairs lead up to a small landing area with storage cupboard and access to the Loft which is boarded for storage.
Bedroom One - 17' 3'' x 12' 4'' (5.26m x 3.76m)
These attic style rooms have Velux roof lights and windows at each end overlooking the gardens and countryside beyond.
Bedroom Two - 12' 11'' x 12' 4'' (3.94m x 3.76m)
Garage - 30' 4'' x 15' 9'' (9.25m x 4.8m)
The Garage has an electric door, is fitted with light and electrical sockets and has parking for up to four cars.
Gardens
Covering nearly two acres, the lovely natural gardens stretch out around the house in various sections and levels separated by hedges, mature shrubs and trees. Extremely secluded and bordered by countryside with open views over Rutland and the village, the garden is a haven for wildlife and birds. To one side a ha-ha marks the drop down to a large 'paddock' area of grass and there is also an orchard, a fruit-cage stocked with raspberry canes, gooseberry and currant bushes and a level lawn for croquet or tennis. Adjacent to the house are various raised flagged areas for outside seating and much of the garden is south and west-facing. The Dutch barn has two open parking bays and a storage area perfect for garden equipment.
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Property Features :
- DRAWING ROOM, DINING ROOM
- FAMILY ROOM, OFFICE
- KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
- BOOT ROOM, UTILITY ROOM, CLOAKROOM
- MASTER BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE BATHROOM & DRESSING ROOM