Elton, Cambridgeshire

Potters Barn3a Middle Street | Elton | Cambridgeshire | PE8 6RR

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Potters BarnThis light and airy five bedroom stone-built barn conversion with a double carport, which was completed in spring 2015 by M & A Restoration Ltd, is located in the heart of Elton village within the conservation area. Set back behind a restored stone wall, it shares an extensive gravelled frontage with an adjoining sympathetic new build by the same company. To the rear, it has a private south-facing enclosed rear garden laid to patio and lawn from which there are far-reaching views towards the church, over the mature parkland of the adjoining Elton Estate. “We bought this wonderfully located site,” explain the developers. “It comprised a derelict two-storey threshing barn and a separate single storey dairy built of local stone with Collyweston slate roofing tiles, which offered the potential to create a fabulous home. The restoration was carefully designed to retain the character of the original barn and setting: the frontage, for instance, retains a farmyard feel, which is why it is open plan with cart shed-style carports rather than garages.”

“The original buildings are now linked by a single storey kitchen and breakfast room built of matching new materials with a range of bi-fold doors opening to the south-facing terrace and rear garden. Fitted with Rot Punkt units and integrated Neff appliances, the breakfast kitchen is open plan to the entire ground floor of the adjoining barn, which together offer extensive living and entertaining space. Divided only by a central bespoke-built oak staircase, the barn provides dining and sitting areas and has two sets of French doors leading to the rear garden. The vaulted entrance hall occupies one end of the original dairy and has double doors giving access to the breakfast kitchen. The dairy wing also provides a utility room, three bedrooms and a family bathroom, while the barn’s upper storey has two en-suite bedrooms with a spacious mezzanine study area between.”

“Particular features include many original exposed beams, some exposed stone walls, new handmade oak doors and, in the sitting area, a bespoke stone-built fireplace with an oak lintel. There’s under-floor heating throughout the ground floor and, while the hall, kitchen and utility room have travertine tiled floors, the flooring of the remaining rooms is the purchaser’s choice.” “Potters Barn offers flexible accommodation and is perfect for family living and entertaining alike. It’s ideally located in Elton, which is a charming village with a Post Office and store, two good pubs, a Loch Fyne Fish Restaurant, a primary school and a village hall. It also has easy access to the A605 and to the A1, which links to the A14, and is just eight miles from Peterborough with its mainline connection to Kings Cross. The attractive towns of Stamford, Oundle and Oakham, which are well-known for their public schools, are also within easy reach.”

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.


SITUATIONThe pretty village of Elton, surrounded by lovely rolling countryside is excellently located, within just a short drive from both Stamford with its fine Georgian architecture, and the cathedral city of Peterborough (8 miles). The property is located in the heart of the village overlooking parkland of the Elton Hall estate and just a short walk to all the superb amenities which include several pubs, a village store & Post Office, Loch Fine restaurant and a primary school. Stamford is just ten miles drive away and has a wide range of traditional shops, bars and restaurants as well as the famous George Hotel, and there are further shops and leisure activities on offer in Peterborough. The nearby Burghley Estate, with its extensive grounds offers golf and a yearly calendar of events and Rutland Water, 14 miles to the north, has activities including sailing, fishing and cycling. The property is well located for commuting being just a short drive from the centre of Peterborough with its high speed East Coast rail link (50 minutes to London Kings Cross) and with access to road links including the A1 and A47. The area has superb schooling with public schools at Oakham, Oundle, Uppingham and Stamford as well as The King’s School in Peterborough.

DESCRIPTIONIn an excellent village location and with captivating views over open countryside, Potters Barn is a splendid period property built of mellow local stone under a slate roof. Believed to date from the 1800’s the

house is made up of a tall threshing barn and adjacent dairy which have recently undergone a total refurbishment which has painstakingly preserved the architectural structure and style of the original buildings with features including exposed original beams, trusses and lintels, vaulted ceilings and high barn-door windows. Bi-fold doors and French windows throughout the living areas make the most of the wonderful views, increase the feeling of space and light and allow an easy flow between inside and out, whilst the semi-open plan design of the main living areas is well suited to contemporary life. The house has been finished to high standards throughout using natural materials such as stone Travertine flooring and solid oak for the doors and staircase, whilst the impressive Kitchen by Rot Punkt has striking contemporary looks and an excellent range of Neff appliances. Further contemporary benefits include zoned under-floor heating whilst outside, the south-west facing garden and terrace have captivating views over the open spaces of Elton Hall estate parkland. With its excellent location, stunning design and modern features, Potters Barn is an impressive country residence with historic character and charm.

ApproachPotters Barn is set well back from the village lane behind a stone wall enclosing a graveled courtyard with the barn set around two sides. There is ample parking to the front and side of the house.

~ THE HOUSE ~

GROUND FLOOR ~ Entrance HallThe glass front door opens into a spacious Entrance Hall, with a vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and Travertine flooring by Mandarin Stone. Underfloor-heating runs throughout all the ground floor rooms.

Cloakroom With basin and WC.

Kitchen & Breakfast RoomDouble doors open into this splendid room which features a Rot Punkt Kitchen with a range of wall and base units in a mix of ‘kashmir’ gloss and dark oak finishes, with Corian work-surfaces and a central island with seating. The excellent range of new appliances, all by Neff, include a 5-zone induction hob, inset extractor, single electric oven, combination/microwave oven, warming drawer, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. The large inset stainless steel sink has a mixer tap. Travertine flooring runs throughout the Kitchen which also has a stunning vaulted ceiling, roof beams and exposed brickwork, whilst bi-fold doors open the room up to the terrace outside. An impressive oak beam set into the wall runs across the opening that leads through to the Dining and Living spaces.


Utility RoomWith wall and base units, a large cupboard housing the boiler and a stainless steel sink with mixer tap. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble-dryer.

Living Room and Dining RoomThe Dining Room is adjacent to the Kitchen, with a window overlooking the garden and the open Elton Hall parkland beyond. A bespoke hand-made solid oak staircase divides the Dining and Living spaces, allowing an easy flow and flexible use. The whole room, located in the original threshing barn, is flooded with light from the many windows and double-height French doors on both sides. The Living Room has a stunning fireplace with a stone chimney breast and space to fit a wood-burning stove. French doors on the garden side lead out to the terrace, ideal for entertaining.

Ground Floor Bedrooms ~ HallA Hallway links the ground floor bedrooms located in the single storey dairy building. Original beams make a wonderful feature and natural light comes from ceiling dome lights.

Bedroom ThreeA pleasant room with original beams and two windows looking out over the courtyard.

Bedroom FourWith original beams and views to the courtyard.

BathroomThe main bathroom has tiled floor and a heated towel rail. The stylish contemporary suite comprises a free-standing bath and mixer tap, WC, basin and Monsoon shower. Original features have been preserved with areas of exposed stone and roof trusses, and there are two windows to the front.

Bedroom FiveQuietly located on the end of the barn, this room has two windows and original timbers. ~ FIRST FLOOR ~

Landing/StudyThe oak staircase leads to an attractive, airy landing with light from the double-height windows of the room below and views on either side. There is space for a study or reading area overlooking the courtyard.

Master Bedroom Suite The captivating view is the central focus of this charming room which also features exposed stone walls and original roof beams. There is a fitted wardrobe and a door leads through to the En Suite Bathroom which has a smart, contemporary suite comprising bath with mixer tap, basin with mixer tap, WC and Monsoon shower. There is tiled flooring and a heated towel rail.

Guest Bedroom SuiteWith an impressive roof beam and plenty of natural light from a Velux window as well as a window to the front. The En Suite Shower Room

has tiled floor, heated towel rail and a suite comprising basin, WC and Monsoon shower.

~ OUTSIDE ~

GardenAt the front of the barn a flagged path runs around the house, leading to the side gate with access through to the garden. Located on the south-west side of the barn, the newly landscaped garden is mostly laid to lawn with a wide sheltered terrace running the length of the garden facade. French and bi-fold doors from the Living & Dining Room and the Kitchen allow an easy flow between the ground floor and the outside. Bounded on one side by stone walls and the other by semi-mature hedging, the garden borders meadows of the Elton Hall estate. The terrace has plenty of space for seating and the garden is the ideal place from which to enjoy the peaceful, countryside views.

Car Port and Garden StoreThe car port has a timber-frame frontage and ample parking for two large cars. A door leads to a large store for garden and sports equipment.

Services: Mains water and drainage, electricity. LPG Gas.Central Heating: Gas (LPG)Local Authority: Huntingdon District CouncilEPC Rating: C


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 06.10.2015

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