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Newton Fallowell have brought to the market a character property and former post office on Cottesmore Road for £390,000.

The house?

The Old Post Office is a Grade II listed cottage, a former range of almshouses known as 'Widows Yard'. This character home is situated in the popular village of Ashwell, with only a short drive from Oakham's historic market town centre.

The property offers a kitchen breakfast room, two spacious reception rooms, three bedrooms, an en-suite shower room and a three-piece bathroom.

The property offers practical and accessible accommodation. Image credit: Newton Fallowell.

Entering via the side aspect and into the entrance hall you can access two of the bedrooms and the three-piece bathroom. A door from here provides access into the light and airy dining room which offers a vaulted ceiling and dual-aspect double-sided wood burner that warms both the dining room and living area.

The living areas are bright and spacious. Image credit: Newton Fallowell.

Opening from the dining area leads into the living room with lovely vaulted ceilings and beams. From here a step provides access to bedroom one, which also boasts a modern en-suite shower room. 

Back to the dining room, a door opens into the kitchen with plenty of floor-to-wall base units, a Belfast sink, a gas cooker and space for appliances such as a dishwasher, washing machine, and fridge/freezer. The kitchen also offers plenty of space for a dining table and chairs.

The kitchen is classic but modern and very practical. Image credit: Newton Fallowell.

The garden?

Externally the property is well kept with the front laid to lawn, enclosed partly by the brick wall with the original Tudor arch. To the side of the property, you will find a block-paved courtyard which leads to the single garage or workshop.

The established garden offers a lively green space for families and keen gardeners. Image credit: Newton Fallowell.

The area?

Oakham offers a great community spirit, with a range of shops, cafes, pubs and events taking place on your doorstep. Oakham and Uppingham also brag two wonderful private schools, strong transport links and social offerings.

More extensive facilities can be found in Stamford, Market Harborough, Melton Mowbray and Peterborough.

Rutland Water is a feature of the area providing a wealth of leisure, walking, sailing and other water sport opportunities. Excellent transport links from Oakham and the surrounding areas, including a direct rail link to London Kings Cross/St Pancras.

View the property in full online, or chat to the team by calling 01572 494669.

Alternatively, view last week's project property feature here.