Fine & Country Stamford

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26 ST MARY’S STREETStamford | Lincolnshire | PE9 2DJ

26 ST MARY’S STREET“This has been a wonderful home and a really beautiful house to live in. We feel right in the middle of things, but it’s also surprisingly peaceful. We have been extremely happy here.”St Mary’s

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LOCATION

Situated on St George’s Square, in the very heart of Stamford, the

property is just a few minutes walk from all the main attractions of this

lovely Lincolnshire market town; the arts centre is just next door and it

is a few minutes walk to the Stamford schools and to the High Street.

Renowned for its Georgian architecture, Stamford is largely built from

limestone and has over 600 listed buildings including the well-known

coaching inn, The George Hotel. The nearby Burghley House Estate

hosts a number of events throughout the year, including Burghley

Horse Trials and has attractions such as the Sculpture Park, Gardens

of Surprise and an 18 hole golf course. The property is ideal for

commuting, being within a 5 minute walk from Stamford station from

where there are connections to the Midlands and to Peterborough for

the high-speed direct link to London. There is also easy access to the

A1 for road travel. As well as the Endowed Schools in Stamford, the

area is home to many private schools including Uppingham, Oakham

and Oundle plus an excellent range of state schools. Stamford has a

thriving Arts Centre for cultural entertainment and Rutland Water,

about 8 miles away has an excellent range of outdoor pursuits.

DESCRIPTION

Dating from 1765, this handsome period townhouse is a fine example

of the elegant Georgian architecture synonymous with the popular town

of Stamford. The lovely façade features the classic symmetry of the

period with sash windows set around a central door with gabled dormer

windows on the second floor. Inside the historic Grade II* Listed house

retains many original period details such as elaborate plasterwork and a

number of impressive fireplaces, whilst the elegant rooms have splendid

proportions with high ceilings and casement sash windows which flood

the space with natural light. Laid out over three floors, the house offers

substantial accommodation and combines a welcoming feel with its period

looks and more recent renovations have created a charming kitchen and

the self-contained adjoining Coach House. The pretty courtyard garden

is south facing and the property further benefits from a garage. With its

timeless classical style, elegant reception rooms and wonderful location,

26 St Mary’s Street is an impressive town residence and a charming

family home.

step inside

THE HOUSE

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall

The front door opens into the hall, which has solid pine floorboards,

plasterwork detailing and six panelled doors on each side leading to the

reception rooms. At the far end a door leads down to the cellar and a

part-glazed door through to the kitchen.

Drawing Room

This charming room has all the elegance of the Georgian era, with

its high ceiling, simple panelling and two casement sash windows,

both with working shutters. The ornate fireplace is now fitted with a

wood-burning stove, there is a large original cupboard and the room has

wide floorboards.

Study

The cosy study has a view out to the front of the house from the

casement window, panelling and a splendid open fireplace with dwarf

fitted cupboard to one side.

Kitchen and Breakfast Room

This sunny room with its practical flagged stone floor with underfloor

heating is truly the heart of the home, occupying the centre of the

property with space for dining and informal seating as well as the kitchen

itself. A wide sash window with a handsome arched exposed stone details

overlooks the courtyard with an adjacent door that extends the room

outside for warmer days. The magnificent original chimneybreast is now

fitted with a wood-burning Esse stove and boiler, which can be used as an

additional oven and heats supplementary hot water when lit. The kitchen

comprises a range of handmade oak units with solid woodwork surfaces,

a double Belfast sink with mixer tap and a range with double electric oven,

wok/hot plate and four ring gas hob. There is space and plumbing for a

dishwasher and a freestanding fridge/freezer. A door from here leads to

the far side of the house and the second staircase.

“We’ve always lived either in or around Stamford,” says Carl, “and when we came

across this property it was its location within the

town that initially attracted us. It’s so central; we

can walk just about anywhere.”

vendor

insight“It was in need of a full renovation when we bought it,” says Anneliese. “Everything from the roof to the floors, the

heating to the wiring had to either be repaired or replaced.”

“But due to its listed status everything had to be done properly,” continues Carl. “A lot of the oak had to be replaced, the stonework had to be repaired and everything was done by

specialist conservation builders.”

Utility Room and Cloakroom

The utility and boot room have a door to the courtyard,

a fitted cupboard for shoe storage and space for coats,

as well as a Belfast sink with drainer and space and

plumbing for a washing machine. The back stairs lead

from here to the upper floors and provide access from

the back door to the Coach House entrance on the

first floor above. The cloakroom has stone steps down

to a basin and WC.

Larder

The larder is set at the back of the house and is north

facing to provide an excellent cool storage area. It has

a tiled floor and is fitted with shelving and cupboards.

Cellar

The large original cellar is partly divided and provides

excellent storage space.

First Floor

Landing

The main staircase leads from the hall to the landing

and first floor bedrooms.

Bedroom Two

This lovely room is filled with light from three deep

sash windows on two sides, both south and west

facing and one fitted with a window seat. Original

features include the high ceilings and mouldings and

the elegant fireplace has a Grade II* Listing. The room

has carpet and a fitted wardrobe.

Bedroom Three

This pretty room has a sash window looking out to

the front of the house, a wardrobe and cream carpet.

Master Bedroom and En Suite Shower Room

The magnificent master bedroom was originally the

first floor drawing room and retains a dado rail and

elaborate plasterwork around the cornice and ceiling.

Two large sash windows look out over the courtyard

below, filling the room with natural light, and the

elegant marble fireplace is fitted with a wood-burning

stove. A door leads through to the en suite shower

room which has vinyl flooring, dado rail, a decorative

fireplace and a suite comprising basin, WC and shower

cubicle. There is a heated towel rail and a door leads

out to the rear landing at the top of the back stairs.

Second Floor

The main stairs continue to the attic floor which now

features cosy bedrooms and elegant bathrooms.

Bedroom Four

A cosy room with vaulted ceiling and exposed original

beams, oak floorboards and a dormer window to

the west.

Bathroom

This spacious room has a white suite comprising bath,

basin, WC and a large shower cubicle, as well as a

heated towel rail.

Bedroom Five

A charming room with sloping ceiling and a south

facing window with lovely views over the rooftops of

Stamford to open countryside beyond. A door leads

on to bathroom two.

“When we carried out the renovations we were able to install underfloor heating,” adds Anneliese, “which keeps the room wonderfully cosy and warm during the winter.” “We’re also lucky enough to have a generously proportioned courtyard garden,”

says Carl, “which has a couple of raised beds and plenty of room to sit out and relax in.”

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 18.05.2015

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Bathroom Two

With a vaulted ceiling with exposed roof timbers

and light from Velux windows, the bathroom has a

central bath, basin and WC. A door leads out to the

back staircase.

Coach House

The self-contained annexe is set out over the garage

on the far side of the main house. The main entrance

is from the landing with access from the back door via

the second staircase.

The entrance door opens into the kitchen which has

a range of fitted cupboards, a stainless steel sink with

mixer tap, space for a dishwasher and an integrated

single electric oven and four ring gas hob.

The living room has a vaulted ceiling and light from

windows on two sides, and the fireplace is fitted with

a wood-burning stove. Stairs lead to the second floor

bedroom which has a lofty ceiling and large window to

the side. A sliding door leads to a shower room with

shower, basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 0845 603 2825

OUTSIDE

Courtyard

The pretty courtyard garden is entirely enclosed and provides a sunny sheltered seating area with

a door opening out from the kitchen. The large south facing courtyard is private and features a

large raised bed planted with mature shrubs and a fruiting apricot tree as well as a grapevine. A

second door leads to the utility room, there is a gate to the street outside and a final door leads

to the garage.

Garage

The garage opens onto to St George’s Square and has double wooden doors opening into parking

space for one car. There is lighting and space for storage at the far end, and the garage also houses

the gas boiler.

Services: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage

Central Heating: Gas

Local Authority: Lincolnshire County Council

EPC Rating: Exempt

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Street26 ST MARY’S STREET“We have some lovely pubs and restaurants close by, it’s a two minute walk to the high street, which has a great selection of shops, and within five minutes you can be on the platform at the station. It really couldn’t be more convenient.”