Cottage charm wrapped up in all the rural bliss of a conservation area setting. Welcome to Number One, Wharf Cottages in Market Overton.

1 WHARF COTTAGES .
This 1800s cottage has been spaciously upgraded for 21st century family living, converted from three wharf buildings into a luxuriously sized abode. Originally the setting for a supply store for the canal running east to west between Oakham and Melton Mowbray, this home is rich in local history.

Pull along a shared gravel driveway, branching around to the double garage. Park the car and follow the small stone pathway between the pretty lawn and borders to the front door.

WELCOME HOME .
Step inside, into a large entrance hallway with earthy-toned quarry tiles underfoot. High ceilings add an airy lightness to this entrance hallway, as a split-level staircase ascends to the first floor. Stow away coats and shoes in the useful storage cupboard below.

INVITING AND WARM .
Reclaimed Victorian doors are the perfect fit for a home of this heritage; open the first to discover a dining room, dressed in wooden parquet flooring, where a window captures leafy views out to the front garden.

Calm and tranquil, the sitting room sits to the rear of the home. Light serenades the room through windows that frame views out over the rear. Snuggle up on the sofa in front of the logburning stove, enshrined in a reclaimed Victorian surround.

FEAST YOUR EYES .
Returning to the entrance hallway, follow your nose through into the capacious family kitchen. The motif of cream is continued in the large travertine tiles underfoot and lightly dressed walls. An array of cupboards and drawers sit above and beneath the sparkling granite work surface.

A Belfast sink is nestled within the grooved drainage granite worktops. A traditional pendant in the exposed beam above provides ambient lighting when breakfasting at the table beside the warmth of the classic cream Aga. Afterwards, take a seat on the sofa, set across from a woodburning stove within a wooden surround, and catch up on the day's events.

FOLLOW THE FLOW .
Beyond, glazed doors deliver borrowed light and views through from the garden room. Exposed beams in the vaulted ceiling overhead and russet quarry tiles underfoot are characterful touches, but it is the splendour of the garden and countryside that serve as the finest embellishments to this room. Connect with these rural scenes through French doors, opening out to a paved pathway and to the delights of the mature garden.

Also nestled off the kitchen is a lobby area leading to a side entrance, and to a cloakroom and laundry room, ideal for retaining a clutter-free home. Sneak a peek at the peaceful home study, coated in warm toned parquet flooring, tucked away from the main entertaining space. Perfect for those seeking a quiet space in which to work from home.

BEDTIME BECKONS .
A galleried landing provides an ideal spot to sit back and enjoy your favourite novel. Light beams through the front aspect window. The first of the five rooms to discover sits to the front of the home; combining character with comfort as exposed beams line the ceiling. A built-in wardrobe is handy for storage.

Turning along the landing, continue ahead to a bedroom where an ornamental fireplace evokes quintessential Victorian vibes. This bedroom also provides storage via its built-in wardrobe and a quaint cottage window captures verdant views of the countryside.

Continue to discover two further double bedrooms with quirky exposed beams. Limestone tiles underfoot counter the gleaming burnished tones to the walls of the family bathroom. Enjoy evening soaks in the bath, also fitted with an overhead shower.

YOUR PRINCIPAL SUITE AWAITS .
Returning along the landing, discover the principal suite. A robust timber beam overhead and an ornamental cast-iron fireplace imbue a heritage feel, thoroughly in keeping with the age and setting of the cottage. Refresh and revive in the spacious en suite bathroom, before selecting your outfit for the day from a handy walk-in wardrobe.

GREEN ESCAPES .
Step outside into the sunny, south-west facing garden, where countryside views abound over paddocks and trees. Largely laid to lawn there is ample space for children to play, whilst grown-ups can relax on the suntrap terrace, perfectly positioned off the garden room.

A private and peaceful garden, where wildlife is in abundance, sit back and soak up sublime sunsets over the paddocks beyond.

THE FINER DETAILS .
Freehold
Semi-detached
Constructed circa 1800s
Approx 0.35 acres
Conservation area
Oil central heating
Mains electricity and water
Sewage treatment plant
Rutland CC, tax band G, £3,818.85 (22/23)
EPC rating D

Ground Floor: approx: 115.3 sq. metres (1241.3 sq. feet)
First Floor: approx. 96.6 sq. metres (1040.1 sq. feet)
Garage: approx. 45.63 sq. metres (491.2 sq. feet)
Total area excl garage: approx. 212.0 sq. metres (2281.4 sq. feet)

IN THE VILLAGE .
Step out into the ancient village of Market Overton, its name derived from the Old English meaning 'village with a ridge'. Dating to pre-Roman times, there is a real sense of history in and around the village - pay a visit to the Anglo-Saxon church grounds, a link echoed in the Saxon cross feature within the tower of the parish church.

A village with a thriving local community, get as involved as you wish with the many local groups and clubs. Grow your own at the Market Overton allotments or join the Good Neighbour Scheme, whose aim is to offer assistance to more vulnerable members of the community.

Sports are at the heart of the village, with a cricket club nestled toward the Thistleton end of the village, a snooker club and a bowls club. Nearby is Greetham Valley Golf Club. Celebrate victory with refreshments at local pub The Black Bull.

A safe and friendly environment for children, Market Overton's playground is situated opposite the cafe at The Lodge.

Enjoy a visit to the nearby market towns of Oakham and Melton Mowbray, handy for shopping, cultural insights and fine dining.

ON YOUR DOORSTEP .
Oakham 6.4 miles (12 minutes)
Melton Mowbray 11 miles (21 minutes)
Stamford 13 miles (20 minutes)
Grantham 16 miles (26 minutes)

WATCH OUR PROPERTY TOUR .
Let Lottie guide you around 1 Wharf Cottages with our PJ Unique Homes tour video, also shared on our Facebook page, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter, or call us and we'll email you the link. We'd love to show you around. You are welcome to arrange a viewing or we are happy to carry out a FaceTime video call from the property for you, if you'd prefer.

DISCLAIMER .
Pelham James use all reasonable endeavours to supply accurate property information in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. These property details do not constitute any part of the offer or contract and all measurements are approximate. The matters in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers. It should not be assumed that this property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Any services, appliances and heating system(s) listed have not been checked or tested. Purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any service. No person in the employment of Pelham James has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars or enter into any contract relating to this property on behalf of the vendor