High Street East, Uppingham

Oakham 6 miles (Distances are approximate)
Corby 8 miles (London St Pancras International)
Market Harborough 13 miles (London St Pancras International)
Leicester 20 miles (London St Pancras International)
(All distances approximate)

Situation

Uppingham is a charming and historic market town and civil parish in the county of Rutland, off the A47 between Leicester and Peterborough, 6 miles south of Oakham.

The town is known for its eponymous public school. With its art galleries Uppingham has become a popular destination for art lovers. Uppingham was named best place to live in the Midlands in 2022 by The Times newspaper, who commented on the town by calling it “a discerning market town with art, heart and smarts — plus the magnificent Rutland Water”. Uppingham is also a great base to discover the scenic countryside of Rutland, England’s smallest county, and its attractions such as Rutland Water and Oakham Castle. The Midland’s Road network is easily accessed with the M1, M6, M69, A47 and A14 all within easy reach. Similarly, East Midlands, Birmingham, Luton and Stansted airports all lie within sensible reach. Rail access into London. Corby is approximately 8 miles away and offers direct rail access into London, via St Pancras International.

The Property

51-53 High Street is a beautifully presented period home being offered to the market for the for the time in over 50 years, situated in the centre of Uppingham, having been thoughtfully renovated and upgraded by the current owners. It is constructed of mellow stone elevations under a slate roof, is arranged over two storeys and offers well-proportioned and flexible accommodation, displaying period details throughout. The extensive ground floor accommodation has previously been used as a gallery and offers the opportunity for a substantive period home.

The property comprises of excellent sized reception rooms which radiate off the entrance hall. There is a second hallway which offers an alternative access to the reception rooms, to the rear of the ground floor accommodation, there is access to a side lobby/entrance which in turn leads to two large studios suitable for a wide range of uses, beyond the second studio is the gymnasium. The ground floor accommodation is completed with a cloakroom, boot room and rear lobby.

The bedrooms are set over two floors, with the well-proportioned principal bedroom on the upper floor. The superb bedroom suite benefits from air conditioning, has a dressing room with a bank of fitted wardrobes and a well-appointed bathroom with separate shower and bath. Furthermore, to the first floor there are three double bedrooms a separate cloak room and shower room with under floor heating. The first-floor accommodation is completed by a light and airy kitchen/diner with Stoves range cooker, integrated appliances, breakfast bar and tiled floor. From the dining area there is a cozy snug perfect for winter evenings.

Outside

A particular feature of the property is the impressive garden which was designed and completed by the present owners in 2020. The garden is terraced with water features, pea gravel walkways, separate lawned garden and abundant planting. The stone terrace at the top of the garden is perfect for entertaining or relaxing in this private haven. From the terrace one of the studios can be accessed along with a large workshop/storage room.

Viewing

The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West. .

Council Tax Band

Council Tax Band - D

Services

None of the services have been tested by the agents.

Local Authority

Rutlad County Council

EPC Rating

EPC Rating D


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