Property description

Dating from the early 1700s when it was built as an Inn, this lovely period townhouse is synonymous with the Georgian style for which Stamford is known. Both inside and out the Grade II listed house retains many original details such as open fireplaces and solid oak floors and beams, whilst the elegant rooms have the fine proportions, high ceilings and sash windows typical of the era. Extensively renovated and extended over recent years, the property offers extensive accommodation set out over four floors with a mix of elegant reception space, informal living rooms filled with natural light, pretty bedrooms with wonderful far-reaching views and newly fitted bathrooms. The stunning Charles Yorke bespoke Kitchen & Breakfast Room opens into a spacious Conservatory with the courtyard beyond and the house has modern fittings including Neff appliances, and under-floor heating in most rooms on the lower ground floor. Outside the secluded terraces have wonderful views over Stamford and the sheltered courtyard also has the benefit of a gated parking area. With its exquisite style, extensive accommodation and wonderful outdoor space, 11 St Peters Street is a unique and appealing residence in a sought-after Stamford location.

Ground Floor - Drawing Room & Snug - 14' 1'' x 11' 5'' (4.29m x 3.48m)
With high ceilings and a casement sash window overlooking the street, this attractive formal reception room has a splendid stone fireplace and hearth, fitted with a wood-burning stove, and solid wood floor-boards and beams. Double glass doors allow the room to be fully opened up to the adjoining Snug where a second fireplace has a wood-burning stove and a window seat with views to the front.

Snug - 14' 0'' x 10' 5'' (4.26m x 3.17m)

Orangery - 12' 9'' x 11' 7'' (3.88m x 3.53m)
This light-filled room has a glass roof and natural stone flooring with under-floor heating. Currently used as a splendid formal Dining Room it could equally be used as Morning Room or second Study.

Cloakroom
With tiled floor, basin and WC with traditional overhead cistern.

Study - 13' 1'' x 11' 2'' (3.98m x 3.40m)
A splendid work-space with south-facing French doors that lead out to the terrace; this also has fitted shelves

Library - 21' 0'' x 13' 4'' (6.40m x 4.06m)
A wonderful light-filled living room situated on the south side of the house with wonderful views from a wall of bi-fold doors that open on to a raised terrace. Further French doors open to the main terrace and there are two walls of bespoke floor-to-ceiling book-shelves.

Lower Ground Floor
Formerly the bar and cellars for the original Inn, the lower floor has now been transformed into a series of stylish informal living rooms with under-floor heating throughout in all rooms other than the original bar.

Dining Room - 16' 10'' x 9' 5'' (5.13m x 2.87m)
Ideally located close to the Kitchen this has a wine store underneath the stairs with storage racks and glass door.

Kitchen & Breakfast Room - 24' 5'' x 9' 4'' (7.44m x 2.84m)
With a unique curved brick ceiling, this stunning room features a bespoke hand-made Kitchen designed by Charles Yorke, with natural stone flooring and a range of base units with unique granite work surfaces and a 1½ bowl ceramic sink with mixer tap. The excellent range of integrated Neff appliances include a dishwasher, larder fridge, two electric ovens, a combination/microwave oven, warming drawer and a 5 ring induction hob. The cabinets continue to a peninsula with bar seating, beyond which is further seating and double glass doors that open the room up to the Conservatory.

Conservatory - 14' 0'' x 11' 6'' (4.26m x 3.50m)
This stylish room overlooking the pretty courtyard has under-floor heating below natural stone flooring making it ideal for year-round use. French doors lead out to a raised flagged patio with space for outdoor seating.

Utility Room & Pantry
With a large cupboard for household equipment and base units, a 1½ bowl ceramic sink with mixer tap and an impressive US style Fisher & Paykel fridge/freezer. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine, tumble-dryer and wine-chiller. Across the Hall steps lead to the Pantry with shelving.

Family Room - 24' 2'' x 14' 0'' max (7.36m x 4.26m)
Situated in the original bar area of the Inn on the street side of the house, this charming room has exposed stone walls and oak beams. Ideal for use an informal living room it also has a small fitted bar area.

First Floor Landing
Filled with light from a sash window to the front with a window seat, there is an under-stairs cupboard.

Bathroom One
With tongue-and-groove panelling to dado height and oak floor, this has a white suite of bath with mixer tap and hand-held shower attachment, basin and WC. Heated towel rail.

Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room & Dressing Area - 14' 2'' x 10' 11'' (4.31m x 3.32m)
The stylish Bedroom has a deep sash window overlooking the street below with a window seat and an adjacent Dressing area with a range of fitted wardrobes, hanging and shelves. The En Suite Shower Room has tiled flooring with under-floor heating and a suite of Monsoon shower, basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Dressing Room/Bedroom Four - 10' 1'' x 8' 0'' (3.07m x 2.44m)
With a walk-in wardrobe with hanging and shelving for shoes, this room also features an original cast-iron fireplace and an cupboard with hanging. This could be used as a fourth bedroom.

Second Floor Landing
With a stunning view to the south of Stamford from the roof-light window.

Bedroom Three - 12' 7'' x 11' 2'' (3.83m x 3.40m)
A delightful guest room tucked at the top of the house with wonderful far-reaching views and a cupboard with hanging space.

Bathroom Two
With wonderful roof-top views this light-filled bathroom has a free-standing bath with mixer tap, basin, WC and wall-mounted TV/mirror. There is a further cupboard with hanging rail.

Outside

One Bedroom Guest Annexe - 12' 6'' x 12' 2'' (3.81m x 3.71m)
Located on the far side of the terrace, the charming Annexe makes an ideal Guest suite with a pretty bedroom with fitted wardrobe and an En Suite Shower Room with basin, WC, shower and heated towel rail.

Courtyard & Terrace
On the southern façade of the property a series of secluded terraces make the most of the sweeping views over the rooftops of Stamford to the countryside beyond. French and bi-fold doors from the Study and Library and a door from the Hall lead out to the upper levels which are also linked by stone steps, giving the whole area an open flow that is ideal for entertaining. From here further steps lead down to the courtyard, sheltered by attractive mellow brick walls and with plenty of space for seating as well as a bespoke oak covered-store and a log store. To the side lies the boiler house that has further space for further storage.

Parking
A sliding gate from the lane behind St Peters Street opens into a parking area with space for two large cars, with access from here into the back of the house. There is also a side entrance gate to the lane.

Property Features :

• A DELIGHTFUL GEORGIAN TOWNHOUSE WITH A STUNNING INTERIOR & ATTRACTIVE COURTYARD GARDENS IN THE HEAR
• Entrance Hall
• Drawing Room & Snug
• Orangery, Study, Library, Family Room
• Kitchen & Breakfast Room, Conservatory