About this property

This impressive barn conversion, originally built in 1658, extends to approximately 4500 ft² providing abundant and free-flowing accommodation along with ample garaging, parking, and outdoor space. Long Barn, nestled into a quiet spot in Empingham has been beautifully presented creating a modern feel throughout whilst retaining its wealth of character features.

" A unique barn conversion, originally built in 1658... "

ACCOMMODATION
The ground floor consists of a large entrance hall, three reception rooms, an office, and a contemporary open plan kitchen. The flooring throughout being mostly flagstone or wood. The light and airy kitchen sits in the heart of the home and is arranged around a central island with built-in appliances and ample storage, providing a wonderful social space.

A couple of steps down from the kitchen is the well-proportioned dining room with glazed double doors flowing out to the patio and garden. One of the standout features of the property is the vaulted sitting room with the original timber frame on show and a staircase leading to mezzanine level that looks down over the seating area. There are two Velux windows, a feature fireplace, a built-in surround system and a door leading out into the garden.

The final reception room is a cosy snug with a woodburning stove and a door into a useful study, perfect for anyone working from home. The ground floor has ample storage throughout and is completed by a utility room and downstairs cloakroom.

The first floor comprises five double bedrooms, two bath/shower rooms and one ensuite. The master bedroom is complemented by a spacious ensuite and a large walk-in wardrobe/dressing room. The further four bedrooms are served by a bathroom and a shower room, both with an exceptional finish.

OUTSIDE
There is ample parking to the front and access to the double garage with electrically operated sectional doors and two EV chargers inside. There are also double height oak barn doors opening into the flagstone floored entrance hall with bi-folding doors to the other end opening into the rear garden. This offers a useful access from front to rear if needed.

The rear garden has been recently re-landscaped and provides a relaxing and private space to entertain. There are a combination of patios and lawned areas with a variety of shrubs and planting creating year-round interest. Several paths lead to various seating areas around the garden allowing you to take advantage of the sun throughout the entirety of the day. The formal garden then flows through an arch to an orchard area ideal for a vegetable garden, fruit trees or just the benefit of additional outdoor space.

" ...the garden offers an amazing space to relax and entertain... "

LOCATION
Empingham is a most sought-after village to the north of Rutland Water and is well serviced with a village shop, doctor's surgery, public house, and church. Being 2.5 miles from the A1, it is well located for access to many commercial centres. The village is served by a regular bus service to Stamford and Oakham with connections through to Peterborough and Nottingham. The east coast mainline runs through Peterborough, approximately 20 miles away, thus providing easy access to London and the northeast. Empingham is located approximately 5 miles from both Oakham and Stamford providing easy access to a variety of excellent schools.

This superb village home sits in the heart of one of the Rutland's most sought-after villages, set back away from the road in a private position Long Barn truly is a property that must be viewed to be appreciated.

" A private spot in the middle of Empingham, people don't know we're here... "

SERVICES & COUNCIL TAX
The property is offered to the market with all mains services and gas-fired central heating. Council Tax Band G.

TENURE
Freehold