House For Sale £950,000
Grantham 6 miles (trains to London Kings Cross from 64 minutes)
Melton Mowbray 11 miles, Oakham 16.5 miles, Nottingham 22 miles
Uppingham 22.5 miles, Stamford 25 miles. (all distances and times are approximate)
Situation
Harston is a delightful conservation village on the edge of the Vale of Belvoir, and within sight of Belvoir Castle, between Grantham and Melton Mowbray, on the Leicestershire/Lincolnshire border. There is a lively community spirit with regular group activities such as film and quiz evenings and summer parties and barbeques. To the southwest of Harston is the village of Knipton, with access to the Belvoir Cricket Ground in the beautiful Grade II* listed park.
Harston village is conveniently placed for a number of popular schools with excellent educational facilities within easy reach and a choice of state and private schooling for children of all ages. There are highly respected schools locally and notably at Witham on the Hill and Copthill. Stamford, Oakham, Uppingham and Oundle public schools are all within easy travelling distance. Grantham itself has two excellent Grammar schools and a prep school along with a good range of shops, restaurants and other leisure facilities.
The cities of Nottingham, Leicester and Lincoln are also reachable in under one hour. London Kings Cross is approx. 64 minutes from Grantham Station on the East Coast Mainline. For travelling further afield the A1 is approximately four miles away and the A52 is four miles away.
Local leisure facilities include the popular Engine Yard at Belvoir Castle. Beyond Grantham yet within easy reach is Belton Woods Golf Club and Leisure Complex and Belton Park. Rutland Water, with its nature reserve, water sports and trout fishing, is some 20 miles to the south.
Description
Nestled on the periphery of the village of Harston, Bretton House is a handsome family home of Bradstone Cotswold reconstructed stone under Bradstone Collyweston roof tiles. As the charming date stone presents, the property was built in 1984, and the architect-designed home reflects the Jacobean Classical style. With acute attention to detail throughout, just one example is the stone mullioned windows which also have internal, polished oak, double-glazed casement windows creating sound and draft-proof triple glazing. The quality of the build extends to features such as the solid oak external doors, moulded panelling and ceiling cornicing.
On entering this striking, family home a glazed oak screen separates the entrance hall from the reception hall. To the right is a dual-aspect dining room with double doors opening into the drawing room creating an ideal space for entertaining. The dual aspect drawing room faces both south and west and enjoys delightful views over the rear garden, the beautiful focal point of the room is a Tudor-style, open fireplace.
Moving through the home is the kitchen with access to the rear hall. The kitchen comprises of Shortland, solid oak, fitted units and breakfast bar with a Corian sink and work-tops, and a limestone floor. The Neff electric appliances consist of; oven, microwave oven, dishwasher, fridge, food chiller, and induction hob. Further to the kitchen is a large utility room which also houses the two-person Stiltz lift operating between the ground and first floors. The utility has ample cabinetry and plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier. Adjacent to the utility is the ground floor WC, with fitted, marble wash basin.
The sitting room has a delightful view over the garden from the breakfast bay and also features an open, working fire-place. French doors open into the beautiful garden room, extended in 2020, and further doors open onto the dining terrace.
The garden room is complete with Hillier blinds and automatic, electric opening, roof lights. The studio and side hall connects the garden room to the double garage. Flooded with natural light, the studio features full-length, double-glazed walls.
The double garage is of stone and is two-storey. It has ample fitted cupboards and a workshop area as well as stairs which lead to a large room, currently used as storage, with a wash basin with hot and cold water supply and lighting.
Return to the main body of the house, stairs, with a considerable understairs cupboard, rise to the first floor (also accessed via the lift). To the left of the generous landing is a dual aspect principal bedroom with built-in wardrobes and dresser and breathtaking views across the garden and valley beyond. The room further benefits from a shower room, where the lift is also located, and a separate WC. Along the landing is a linen cupboard and the family bathroom with large shower and separate bath with overhead shower.
Also to the rear of the family home, enjoying the views over the countryside from the window seat, is a double bedroom with fitted light-oak cupboards and both a triple and double fitted wardrobe as well as a shower-room.
A further double bedroom, also dual aspect, overlooks the front of the property and benefits from built-in wardrobes.
Completing the first floor of Bretton House is a charming single bedroom, also with built-in furniture, and beautiful window framing the front aspect of this wonderful family home.
Concluding the flexible living accommodation of Bretton House is a retractable ladder leading to a boarded, generous, loft fitted with power points and lighting. Subject to planning, there is the potential to develop this space into a further two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
OUTSIDE
Bretton House sits in approximately half an acre, in an elevated position facing south with excellent, uninterrupted, conservation-protected, views over the river Devon valley.
Approached by a gated, gravel drive with large turning circle, side access leads between the double garage and studio to the secure stores, cold-frame, under-cover drying area, three coal bunkers, log store, bin store and potting area.
rear garden is reached by pathways either side of Bretton House. The mature, landscaped grounds are brimming with a plethora of shrubs, plants and trees. The garden has beautiful interest all year round and was formally opened to the public once a year in aid of charities. There are two, abundantly fruiting, Bramley apple trees and a Victoria plum tree. An oak pergola stretches the full length of the western border, and, at the end of the rockery, which marks the southern boundary, there is a Belvedere; perfectly positioned to sit and watch the sunsets during the summer. At the other end of the rockery is a small greenhouse and herb garden. Flanking the dining terrace is a large, raised pond, well stocked with ornamental fish and water lilies. Seats and benches are situated around the garden to enjoy the views. Most of the garden furniture, tubs, urns and pedestals are from Haddonstone, and all are included in the sale of the property.
General Remarks
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity, and drainage are connected. Fischer electric central heating. 15 solar panels to the garage roof. None of the services have been tested by the agents.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All carpets, curtains and fixed light fittings will be included in the sale. The agents have been provided with a list of furniture that is also available via separate negotiation. Please contact for further information.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY
Melton Borough Council:[use Contact Agent Button]
COUNCIL TAX
Band G
RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS, WAY LEAVES
The property will be sold subject to the benefit of all existing rights, both public and private including rights of way, supply of drainage, water abstraction, electricity supplies and other rights, covenants, restrictions and obligations, quasi-easements and all wayleaves, whether referred to or not. It may be necessary for rights and reservations to be made to provide services, access and maintenance to the properties if the property is not sold as a whole.
AGENTS NOTE
The property will be sold with a Covenant in addition. Please contact the agents for further information.
VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West, [use Contact Agent Button]
DIRECTIONS
From the A1 take the A607 West. Go through Harlaxton and turn right on Main Street into Denton. Turn left onto Church Street, right onto Belvoir Road and then left onto Harston Road. On entering Harston, continue through the village and turn left onto Croxton Lane take the right-hand turn up the lane to the Church. At the fork, bare left and Bretton House, number 6, is on the left-hand side.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification and address at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard.
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. August 2023
Melton Mowbray 11 miles, Oakham 16.5 miles, Nottingham 22 miles
Uppingham 22.5 miles, Stamford 25 miles. (all distances and times are approximate)
Situation
Harston is a delightful conservation village on the edge of the Vale of Belvoir, and within sight of Belvoir Castle, between Grantham and Melton Mowbray, on the Leicestershire/Lincolnshire border. There is a lively community spirit with regular group activities such as film and quiz evenings and summer parties and barbeques. To the southwest of Harston is the village of Knipton, with access to the Belvoir Cricket Ground in the beautiful Grade II* listed park.
Harston village is conveniently placed for a number of popular schools with excellent educational facilities within easy reach and a choice of state and private schooling for children of all ages. There are highly respected schools locally and notably at Witham on the Hill and Copthill. Stamford, Oakham, Uppingham and Oundle public schools are all within easy travelling distance. Grantham itself has two excellent Grammar schools and a prep school along with a good range of shops, restaurants and other leisure facilities.
The cities of Nottingham, Leicester and Lincoln are also reachable in under one hour. London Kings Cross is approx. 64 minutes from Grantham Station on the East Coast Mainline. For travelling further afield the A1 is approximately four miles away and the A52 is four miles away.
Local leisure facilities include the popular Engine Yard at Belvoir Castle. Beyond Grantham yet within easy reach is Belton Woods Golf Club and Leisure Complex and Belton Park. Rutland Water, with its nature reserve, water sports and trout fishing, is some 20 miles to the south.
Description
Nestled on the periphery of the village of Harston, Bretton House is a handsome family home of Bradstone Cotswold reconstructed stone under Bradstone Collyweston roof tiles. As the charming date stone presents, the property was built in 1984, and the architect-designed home reflects the Jacobean Classical style. With acute attention to detail throughout, just one example is the stone mullioned windows which also have internal, polished oak, double-glazed casement windows creating sound and draft-proof triple glazing. The quality of the build extends to features such as the solid oak external doors, moulded panelling and ceiling cornicing.
On entering this striking, family home a glazed oak screen separates the entrance hall from the reception hall. To the right is a dual-aspect dining room with double doors opening into the drawing room creating an ideal space for entertaining. The dual aspect drawing room faces both south and west and enjoys delightful views over the rear garden, the beautiful focal point of the room is a Tudor-style, open fireplace.
Moving through the home is the kitchen with access to the rear hall. The kitchen comprises of Shortland, solid oak, fitted units and breakfast bar with a Corian sink and work-tops, and a limestone floor. The Neff electric appliances consist of; oven, microwave oven, dishwasher, fridge, food chiller, and induction hob. Further to the kitchen is a large utility room which also houses the two-person Stiltz lift operating between the ground and first floors. The utility has ample cabinetry and plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier. Adjacent to the utility is the ground floor WC, with fitted, marble wash basin.
The sitting room has a delightful view over the garden from the breakfast bay and also features an open, working fire-place. French doors open into the beautiful garden room, extended in 2020, and further doors open onto the dining terrace.
The garden room is complete with Hillier blinds and automatic, electric opening, roof lights. The studio and side hall connects the garden room to the double garage. Flooded with natural light, the studio features full-length, double-glazed walls.
The double garage is of stone and is two-storey. It has ample fitted cupboards and a workshop area as well as stairs which lead to a large room, currently used as storage, with a wash basin with hot and cold water supply and lighting.
Return to the main body of the house, stairs, with a considerable understairs cupboard, rise to the first floor (also accessed via the lift). To the left of the generous landing is a dual aspect principal bedroom with built-in wardrobes and dresser and breathtaking views across the garden and valley beyond. The room further benefits from a shower room, where the lift is also located, and a separate WC. Along the landing is a linen cupboard and the family bathroom with large shower and separate bath with overhead shower.
Also to the rear of the family home, enjoying the views over the countryside from the window seat, is a double bedroom with fitted light-oak cupboards and both a triple and double fitted wardrobe as well as a shower-room.
A further double bedroom, also dual aspect, overlooks the front of the property and benefits from built-in wardrobes.
Completing the first floor of Bretton House is a charming single bedroom, also with built-in furniture, and beautiful window framing the front aspect of this wonderful family home.
Concluding the flexible living accommodation of Bretton House is a retractable ladder leading to a boarded, generous, loft fitted with power points and lighting. Subject to planning, there is the potential to develop this space into a further two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
OUTSIDE
Bretton House sits in approximately half an acre, in an elevated position facing south with excellent, uninterrupted, conservation-protected, views over the river Devon valley.
Approached by a gated, gravel drive with large turning circle, side access leads between the double garage and studio to the secure stores, cold-frame, under-cover drying area, three coal bunkers, log store, bin store and potting area.
rear garden is reached by pathways either side of Bretton House. The mature, landscaped grounds are brimming with a plethora of shrubs, plants and trees. The garden has beautiful interest all year round and was formally opened to the public once a year in aid of charities. There are two, abundantly fruiting, Bramley apple trees and a Victoria plum tree. An oak pergola stretches the full length of the western border, and, at the end of the rockery, which marks the southern boundary, there is a Belvedere; perfectly positioned to sit and watch the sunsets during the summer. At the other end of the rockery is a small greenhouse and herb garden. Flanking the dining terrace is a large, raised pond, well stocked with ornamental fish and water lilies. Seats and benches are situated around the garden to enjoy the views. Most of the garden furniture, tubs, urns and pedestals are from Haddonstone, and all are included in the sale of the property.
General Remarks
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity, and drainage are connected. Fischer electric central heating. 15 solar panels to the garage roof. None of the services have been tested by the agents.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All carpets, curtains and fixed light fittings will be included in the sale. The agents have been provided with a list of furniture that is also available via separate negotiation. Please contact for further information.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY
Melton Borough Council:[use Contact Agent Button]
COUNCIL TAX
Band G
RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS, WAY LEAVES
The property will be sold subject to the benefit of all existing rights, both public and private including rights of way, supply of drainage, water abstraction, electricity supplies and other rights, covenants, restrictions and obligations, quasi-easements and all wayleaves, whether referred to or not. It may be necessary for rights and reservations to be made to provide services, access and maintenance to the properties if the property is not sold as a whole.
AGENTS NOTE
The property will be sold with a Covenant in addition. Please contact the agents for further information.
VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West, [use Contact Agent Button]
DIRECTIONS
From the A1 take the A607 West. Go through Harlaxton and turn right on Main Street into Denton. Turn left onto Church Street, right onto Belvoir Road and then left onto Harston Road. On entering Harston, continue through the village and turn left onto Croxton Lane take the right-hand turn up the lane to the Church. At the fork, bare left and Bretton House, number 6, is on the left-hand side.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification and address at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard.
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. August 2023
