Location

Manthorpe is positioned within rolling countryside with excellent access to footpaths and bridleways, with an attractive mix of largely period houses. The village has a butchers and farm shop and lies eight miles north of the Georgian market town of Stamford and four miles west of Bourne, with its grammar school.

The conservation village of Witham on the Hill, just over a mile away, with a renowned co-educational day and boarding prep school, Witham Hall, as well as one of the area's best-regarded gastropubs, The Six Bells.

For further schooling, there is a state primary (The Bythams) at Little Bytham (two miles to the west) feeding Bourne Academy for secondary schooling.

The village is also well placed for the A1 at Stretton (eight miles), Rutland Water and Oakham (14 miles) and for the Cathedral City of Peterborough (17 miles), with its commuter rail links to London every 20 minutes (during peak periods).

Description

Set within approximately 2.5 acres of landscaped grounds and private paddock, this substantial four-bedroom residence is a striking blend of traditional charm and contemporary sophistication. Renovated and thoughtfully extended, the home now offers 2,500 sq. ft of light-filled living space with a seamless indoor-outdoor connection, uninterrupted countryside views.

The home includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms and three reception rooms, in addition to the large dining kitchen, boot room and utility room. Outside there is an ample driveway, parking for cars and horse boxes, with a stable block, tack room and hard standing, landscaped gardens and the paddock overlook countryside views.

Elegant yet practical, stylish yet grounded, this beautifully crafted residence offers an enviable blend of luxury living and country charm, with the space and freedom to tailor the property to your lifestyle. Whether you are dreaming of equestrian pursuits, multi-generational living, or simply a tranquil retreat to call your own, this is a home of enduring appeal and rare flexibility.

Modern country living at its finest—with stables, sweeping views and effortless style.


Effortless Flow and Contemporary Country Elegance

From the moment you enter the spacious reception hall, there is an immediate sense of light and air. The interiors have been beautifully reimagined to combine the grace of rural living with a distinctly modern aesthetic—tiled flooring, neutral tones, and clean architectural lines create a calm, cohesive feel throughout.

At its centre is a showstopping open-plan living kitchen—a vast, sociable space ideal for both family life and entertaining on a grand scale. With a triple aspect, the room offers wonderful views of the surrounding garden. The glazed atrium ceiling floods the room with light, showing off the bespoke kitchen. Integrated appliances include the electric aga, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, and separate oven. Informal dining is offer by way of the wooden topped island with looks out through the bifold doors and out onto the garden. The attached dining and snug, complete with log-burning stove, provides ample space for open plan family living of a flexible nature.

Next door, the generous drawing room with a second log burner and dual-aspect views, offering a more formal yet inviting environment for evening gatherings. A dedicated study provides a peaceful spot for home working and provides a flexible use should a formal dining room or playroom be desired. A cloakroom, utility room, and boot room support the practicalities of rural life with discreet elegance.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite is a sanctuary, complete with Juliette balcony, walk-in wardrobe. A well-appointed en suite bathroom is in addition to the bath found in the bedroom, from where the country views can be soaked in. The large and light landing provides access to the three further double bedrooms—one with en suite—share a stylish family bathroom, all benefitting from countryside outlooks and the same soft, natural light that defines the home.

Grounds, Stables and Equestrian Potential

Outside, the home is perfectly positioned to enjoy its open, pastoral setting. The rear garden is laid mainly to lawn, gently rolling into a private paddock—ideal for those with equestrian interests or seeking a semi-self-sufficient lifestyle. The stable block, comprising three loose boxes and a tack room, is well-maintained and positioned for both practicality and privacy.

The large patio runs the full length of the house, designed for outdoor dining and entertainment, with gravelled parking for multiple vehicles and scope for further outbuildings or garaging, subject to planning permission. Whether hosting garden parties, tending to horses, or simply soaking in the peace of the surroundings, this is a home designed to celebrate the outdoors.