Location

Colsterworth is a thriving and well-connected village offering an excellent range of everyday amenities, including a convenience store, doctor’s surgery, and a well-regarded primary school. The village combines a strong sense of community with easy access to the surrounding countryside, making it a popular choice for families and professionals alike.

Ideally positioned just off the A1, Colsterworth provides swift road links both north and south, with Grantham approximately eight miles away, Melton Mowbray around thirteen miles, and the historic market town of Stamford just fourteen and a half miles distant. For commuters, mainline rail services are available from Grantham, with direct trains to London King’s Cross in as little as 67 minutes.

The area offers a wealth of leisure opportunities, with golf at nearby courses, gliding at Buckminster, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits available around Rutland Water, including sailing, cycling and scenic walking routes. The rolling landscapes of the Lincolnshire Wolds and surrounding countryside provide further opportunity to explore and enjoy the outdoors.

Education provision in the area is excellent, with a selection of highly regarded state, grammar, and independent schools within easy reach, including those in Grantham, Oakham, Stamford, and Melton Mowbray.

Description

6 Brunel Avenue is an impressive family home, set within the sought-after village of Colsterworth. Constructed in striking red brick, the property was originally built by the award-winning housebuilder, David Wilson Homes in 2009 and has since been beautifully renovated and enhanced by the current owners. The result is a stylish and substantial home offering over 2,362 sq. ft. of well-planned accommodation arranged across three floors.

Internally, the property is presented to a high standard with a contemporary finish throughout. The interiors are bright, spacious, and highly adaptable, with matching wood and glass doors creating a cohesive flow through the home. Generous proportions and refined detailing lend the property perfectly to family living, offering ample space for gatherings and entertaining alike.

The house features six bedrooms and four bathrooms, including two outstanding bedroom suites with dressing rooms. Three reception rooms provide flexible living space on the ground floor, complemented by a well-appointed dining kitchen and separate utility room. Outside, the home enjoys a corner plot with a private landscaped garden, detached double garage and extensive driveway parking for up to six cars.

Accommodation

This handsome home, distinguished by its double bay frontage, offers beautifully balanced accommodation arranged around a welcoming central reception hall. The hall sets the tone for the property, with stylish warm wooden flooring and a well-proportioned layout that creates an immediate sense of light and space.

To the right lies the cinema room, previously the formal dining room, now reimagined with an acoustic ceiling and integrated speakers perfect for immersive film nights or relaxed entertaining. To the left, the snug provides an inviting retreat, equally suited as a playroom or home office.

To the rear of the house, the large triple-aspect sitting room is bathed in natural light, with French doors opening directly onto the garden. A striking, competition-winning log burner forms a stylish focal point within this elegant space.

The contemporary kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of soft-close cabinetry and integrated appliances, including two Neff ovens, a fridge freezer, dishwasher, gas hob and filtered water tap. There is ample space for an extended dining table, with French doors opening out to the garden creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Adjacent lies the separate utility room, providing additional practicality with space for laundry appliances and further storage.

A discreet cloak cupboard and separate W.C. serve the ground floor, while a cleverly designed under-stair cupboard has been configured as a dedicated comms room, housing the Cat6a network connections that serve the entire house and garage – an invaluable feature for modern living, home working and media needs.

First Floor

The first floor accommodates four beautifully presented bedrooms, including a magnificent triple-aspect principal suite. This luxurious bedroom features a fitted walk-in wardrobe and a well-appointed four-piece en suite bathroom with both bath and shower. The remaining bedrooms on this level – two generous king-size rooms and a further double are all served by a stylish family bathroom.

Second Floor

The top floor offers a wonderfully versatile layout, with a bright and airy galleried landing currently used as a study area ideal for remote work or quiet reading. Two further double bedrooms occupy this level, including a second principal super king suite with dormer and skylight windows, dressing area and a contemporary en suite shower room.

Outside

The gardens form a delightful feature of this home, providing a private and fully enclosed retreat that has been thoughtfully landscaped for both relaxation and entertaining. Predominantly laid to lawn and framed by mature trees and well-established planting, the space offers a sense of seclusion and calm.

A generous paved terrace extends from the rear of the house, creating an ideal setting for al fresco dining and summer gatherings. A separate gravelled area, partially covered by a charming pergola, provides a sheltered spot for year-round enjoyment. Discreet garden lighting enhances the evening ambience, highlighting the planting and extending the use of the space well into the twilight hours.

This superb property also benefits from a detached double garage and extensive off-road parking for up to six vehicles, together with convenient side access to the garden. For added practicality, an EV charging point has been installed, ensuring modern convenience complements the home’s elegant presentation.