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The Old RectoryGreatford Road | Uffington | Lincolnshire | PE9 4SW

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THE OLD RECTORYThe charming Lincolnshire village of Uffington enjoys a truly enviable setting. Nestled in the valley of the River Welland, it is enveloped by rolling verdant countryside, and yet the superb array of shops and amenities that can be found in the picturesque town of Stamford are just a stones throw away. It is a location that allows one to enjoy the very best of both worlds, and The Old Rectory is a striking Victorian family home that occupies a superb position within the well-placed village.

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FINE & COUNTRYFine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary, Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West Africa and Namibia we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.


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LOCATIONThe Old Rectory is located in the heart of Uffington, an easy walk to the village pub, primary school and Church. The village itself is excellently placed just two miles to the east of the lovely Lincolnshire market town of Stamford with its historic buildings including the renowned George Hotel, and a variety of shops, restaurants and local schools set on either side of the River Welland. The renowned Burghley House Estate is next door and offers walks, a Sculpture Park and gardens: it also plays host to a number of events throughout the year, including Burghley Horse Trials. The property is well placed for road access with the A1 just a few miles away, and Stamford station has links to the Midlands and connections to Peterborough station for the high speed train link to London and the North. The area is excellently served for education with private schools closeby at Witham-on-the-Hill and Stamford, whilst Oakham, Oundle and Uppingham are all within driving distance, and local state schools include the Grammar School in Bourne. It is an easy drive to Rutland Water for outdoor leisure pursuits and there are golf courses at nearby Toft and Burghley Park.


DESCRIPTIONThe Old Rectory is a magnificent period home set in the heart of the village, behind high stone walls and surrounded by lovely mature grounds bordering the Churchyard. Built in the Victorian era the house retains many splendid features typical of the period, including impressive marble fireplaces, high ceilings and tall bay windows with original working shutters. The elegant formal reception rooms are ideal for entertaining whilst there are also more robust family spaces including a sunny Kitchen & Breakfast room and a Snug as well as light-filled bedrooms and stylish contemporary bathrooms. A self-contained one bedroom apartment on the top floor would be ideal as a guest suite or staff accommodation. The secluded gardens are laid out around the house and include lawns, woodland, an area for a grass tennis court, and a sheltered heated outdoor swimming pool with sunny terrace. With its secluded village location, striking architectural style and varied living space, The Old Rectory is a stylish, practical period residence in an excellent location.

ApproachThe house is approached from the lane through impressive stone and wrought-iron gates which lead to parking in front of the house. A side gate leads on to a courtyard and side entrance with further parking and the Garage.

THE HOUSE ~ Entrance HallThe gothic style door opens into the Entrance Hall with solid-wood doors opening to the formal reception rooms and the main stairs to the first floor. The main hall leads through a ‘servant’s door’ to the inner halls at the back of the house. There is a second staircase at the back of the house and a glass door to the garden.

Drawing RoomA gracefully proportioned room filled with light from the tall bay window that overlooks the garden. There is an impressive marble fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove.

StudyWith a tall window looking out to the front and solid wood floor, the room is excellently fitted with handcrafted bookshelves and has an original fireplace.

Dining RoomA handsome room that is ideal for formal entertaining, this is flooded with light from tall windows on two walls, all with working shutters. There is also a marble fireplace with an open hearth.

CloakroomWith tiled floor, WC and basin.


Kitchen & Breakfast RoomA welcoming room with windows overlooking the lawns and a sunny seating area next to French doors opening out to a side terrace. The Kitchen itself has a gas-fired two-oven Aga and a range of painted solid wood wall and base units with granite work surfaces. There is a 1½ bowl inset stainless steel sink with mixer tap and a large central island unit with a two-ring gas hob.

Pantry & CellarThe Pantry features the original meat safe and fitted shelves for food storage. The Cellar has a door from the back hall and stone-flagged steps leading down to two large brick floored rooms with further space for coal and wood storage.

Utility RoomThis large room is fitted with original pine cupboards, a stainless steel prep sink and there is also space and plumbing for a washing machine, tumble-dryer, fridge-freezer and wine-chiller.

Boot Room Just off the flagged back hall, next to the side entrance, this practical room has space for coat and boot storage and houses the boiler.

SnugWith a window to the front, a fireplace fitted with a flame-effect gas fire with fitted cupboards and display cupboards on each side.

First Floor ~ LandingThe carpeted staircase leads to the Landing which runs the length of the first floor to the second stairs at the far end.

Master Bedroom SuiteThe stylish Master Bedroom features a luxurious Dressing Room, filled with light from a large window over the garden and fitted with a wall of wardrobes with hanging and storage. The Bedroom has garden views and a door leads through to the En Suite Shower Room with a Villeroy & Boch suite comprising twin counter-top basins with mixer taps, WC and wet-room shower with heated towel rail.

Bedroom TwoWith views to the front and an En Suite Shower Room with basin, WC and corner shower.


Seller Insight “Before purchasing The Old Rectory in 2005 we were already living in Uffington,” says Jayne, “we’ve actually

been here for twenty odd years, but we were growing out of our previous home and so we wanted somewhere with much more space both inside and out. It was actually my husband who noticed that this house was on the market, and although it was in need of some TLC, it suited us perfectly.”

“Although we haven’t done anything structural to the property, we did put on a new roof and we also ended up updating all of the rooms in the house,” continues Jayne, “but everything that we have done has been extremely sympathetic to the style of this lovely old building.

“One of the things that I particularly love about the house is that throughout the day it’s flooded with natural light,” says Jayne. “We have floor-to-ceiling windows in the drawing room, the study and the dining room, and they all have working shutters. In fact there are large windows throughout the property and most of those situated on the ground floor have shutters. It’s always wonderfully light and bright, which enhances the feeling of space.”

This handsome home is enveloped by beautiful grounds, which incorporate rolling lawns, pretty patio seating areas and even and outdoor swimming pool. “The garden is absolutely lovely,” says Jayne, “and despite its size it’s surprisingly low maintenance. We’ve had a patio laid just outside the French doors of the breakfast area, and we’ve also redone the paving around the pool, the rest is laid to lawn with shrubs, beds of flowers and trees dotted here and there. An old stone wall surrounds the entire space, so it’s incredibly private. You can come home, shut the gates and you feel as if you’re in your own little world.”


We’ve put in new flooring, had the beautiful farmhouse units in the kitchen hand painted and we’ve also had

French doors installed in the breakfast area to create a wonderful connection to the garden.”


The Old Rectory effortlessly combines traditional décor and furnishings with more contemporary elements, and is beautifully presented throughout.


“Our children are leaving home now, so my husband and I feel that the time has come to downsize a little,” says Jayne. “It has been a wonderful home, but it now needs a new family

to fill it and bring it back to life.”


Bedroom ThreeWith a pretty decorative fireplace and a door to the connecting Bathroom.

Bathroom OneThe central Bathroom has Jack & Jill doors from Bedroom Three and the Landing and a white suite comprising bath with mixer tap and hand-held shower attachment, basin with mixer tap, and WC.

Bedroom FourWith a large storage cupboard and garden views.

Bedroom FiveWith views over the village.

Bedroom SixA pretty guest room with fitted cupboards.


Bathroom TwoWith wood floor and a suite of corner bath, WC, basin and shower.

Second FloorStairs lead from the main landing to a set of rooms designed as a self-contained apartment and ideal for use as a guest suite or for staff accommodation. The large Living Room has French windows with a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden and a kitchen unit with Belfast sink and mixer tap. There is a Bedroom and a stunning contemporary Shower Room with slate tiling and a heated towel rail. The stylish suite comprises twin counter top basins with mixer taps, WC and a walk-through shower with overhead and side jets.

OUTSIDE

Double Garage Two sets of double doors open into parking for two cars with space for shelving and lighting. An internal door leads to a further Store/Pool Room.


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Garden & Swimming PoolThe secluded garden runs around the house and is designed with wide lawns surrounded by mature hedging and tall stone walls. Stocked with many mature trees including horse chestnut, monkey puzzle and fruit trees, whilst an impressive pine makes the ideal place for a garden swing. A level area of lawn lies in front of the house and can be used as a grass tennis court. To one side of the house the sheltered outdoor Swimming Pool is surrounded by a wide flagged seating area, ideal for al fresco meals and entertaining with lovely views down the garden.

Mains Services: Gas, electricity, water and drainage.Central Heating: Gas Tenure: FreeholdEPC Rating: TBA


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 01.10.2015


THE OLD RECTORYThe charming Lincolnshire village of Uffington enjoys a truly enviable setting. Nestled in the valley of the River Welland, it is enveloped by rolling verdant countryside, and yet the superb array of shops and amenities that can be found in the picturesque town of Stamford are just a stones throw away. It is a location that allows one to enjoy the very best of both worlds, and The Old Rectory is a striking Victorian family home that occupies a superb position within the well-placed village.

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FINE & COUNTRYFine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary, Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West Africa and Namibia we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.


Fine & CountryTel: +44 (0)1780 750 [email protected] St Marys Street, Stamford, Lincolnshire PE9 2DE

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