Guide Price £525,000 - £545,000 | Agent Ref SM0559

If you’ve been searching for a home that offers more than simply square footage, Briar Cottage delivers exactly that. Beautifully positioned in the heart of the highly regarded village of Eakring and surrounded by open countryside, this is a home that offers the kind of space, privacy and tranquillity that is becoming increasingly difficult to find — whilst still remaining within easy reach of Southwell, Newark and wider commuter links.

Imagine morning walks straight from your doorstep, peaceful evenings in beautifully established private gardens and a home that effortlessly adapts whether you are entertaining family and friends, working from home or simply enjoying the extra space and slower pace of village life. This is a property designed around how people genuinely want to live, rather than simply how many rooms a house can offer.

Unlike many rural homes, Briar Cottage strikes a rare balance between countryside living and everyday convenience, making it an ideal move for buyers looking to escape busier surroundings without ever feeling isolated.

Steeped in local history, the property was famously used during the 1970s as a filming location for the BBC adaptation of Lizzie Dripping, based on the beloved children’s books by renowned local author Helen Cresswell — offering a rare opportunity to own a small piece of cultural as well as architectural heritage.

In recent years the property has undergone a thoughtful programme of restoration and modernisation, including the installation of brand new heritage style windows and guttering throughout, carefully enhancing the home whilst retaining its timeless charm and character. Internally, the accommodation is both flexible and beautifully proportioned, complemented externally by mature landscaped gardens, extensive lawns, entertaining terraces, a substantial detached double garage and generous driveway parking.

Homes offering this combination of setting, flexibility, character and privacy rarely come to market within such a desirable village location, making Briar Cottage a truly compelling lifestyle opportunity.

Entrance Hall & Inner Hallway

A welcoming entrance hall finished with natural limestone tiled flooring and a front-facing window allowing for excellent natural light. Beyond, the inner hallway continues the elegant styling with underfloor heating, clean contemporary décor and a striking handcrafted solid oak staircase rising to the first-floor accommodation, creating an impressive first impression upon entering the home.

Lounge

A beautifully proportioned character lounge enjoying an abundance of charm and warmth, centred around a striking brick inglenook fireplace with a recently installed Stovax Stockton log burner creating a superb focal point to the room. Rich exposed beams contrast beautifully against the bright neutral décor, whilst solid oak flooring and dual aspect windows enhance both the sense of space and natural light. Generous in size, the room offers excellent versatility for both relaxed family living and entertaining, blending timeless cottage character with tasteful modern styling.

Kitchen

The spacious family breakfast kitchen has been thoughtfully designed to complement the cottage’s character whilst offering excellent day-to-day practicality. Fitted with an extensive range of ivory base and wall units beneath contrasting work surfaces, the room is centred around a striking Rangemaster cooker set within a traditional-style surround, creating a natural focal point for the space. Exposed beams, tiled flooring and multiple windows combine to enhance the warm country-cottage feel, whilst the generous proportions comfortably accommodate informal dining and family living. Additional features include an integrated refrigerator, one-and-a-half bowl sink with mixer tap, plumbing for a dishwasher and ample storage throughout.

Dining Room

The dining room provides a superb entertaining space, beautifully blending contemporary styling with the cottage’s wealth of original character. Exposed beams contrast elegantly against the soft neutral décor, whilst natural limestone flooring with underfloor heating adds both luxury and practicality. Generous proportions comfortably accommodate a large family dining table, creating an ideal setting for both everyday dining and larger social gatherings. Double doors and internal glazing connect seamlessly to the conservatory, allowing natural light to flow throughout the space and enhancing the connection to the gardens beyond.

Conservatory

Positioned to take full advantage of the surrounding gardens, the conservatory provides a wonderfully peaceful additional reception space flooded with natural light through its glazed surround and vaulted roofline. French doors open directly onto the rear patio and gardens, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor connection during the warmer months and making it an ideal spot for morning coffee, reading or relaxed entertaining. The room enjoys delightful garden outlooks from every angle and further benefits from tiled flooring and a radiator, allowing for year-round use.

Utility

The practical utility room has been thoughtfully fitted with natural wood work surfaces and slate tiled flooring, continuing the cottage’s high-quality finish and character styling. Providing excellent additional storage and laundry space, the room features a traditional Butler sink, a range of wall and full-height cupboards, plumbing for a washing machine and housing for the LPG central heating boiler. A window overlooking the gardens and a glazed external door allow plenty of natural light whilst also providing convenient direct access outside.

W/C

The ground floor cloakroom has been stylishly appointed with contemporary fittings including a sleek vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and low flush WC. Finished with natural limestone tiled flooring and complemented by a frosted window providing natural light and privacy, the space also benefits from a modern ladder-style radiator and quality fixtures throughout.

Study/Snug

Located just off the main lounge, the versatile study/snug offers an ideal additional reception space which could easily function as a home office, 5th Bedroom, playroom or cosy snug depending on a buyer’s requirements. Featuring exposed beams, fitted shelving and desk space, the room enjoys a pleasant front aspect window and retains the same characterful feel found throughout the cottage.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING

The first-floor landing continues the home’s high-quality finish with attractive oak flooring and a handcrafted oak balustrade overlooking the staircase below, creating a wonderful sense of light and space. A side-facing window allows natural light to flood the area, whilst access is also provided to two loft spaces offering additional storage potential.

Bedroom One - A generous double bedroom featuring a double glazed casement window to the front elevation, slimline radiator and TV point.

En Suite Shower Room - Fitted with a power shower within a curved glass cubicle, low flush WC and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit. Finished with tiled flooring, two heated mirrors, downlights and a double glazed window, with open access leading through to the dressing room.

Dressing Room - Fitted with part mirrored sliding wardrobes, tiled flooring, radiator and a double glazed front window.

Bedroom Two - A well proportioned double bedroom featuring a double glazed casement window to the front elevation, radiator and TV point.

Bedroom Three - A further well proportioned double bedroom featuring a double glazed casement window to the front elevation and radiator.

Bedroom Four - Currently utilised as a home office, this versatile room features a double glazed casement window to the front elevation and radiator.

Family Bathroom - Fitted with a three piece white suite comprising a spa bath with electric shower over and glazed screen, low flush WC and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit. Finished with tiled flooring and walls, vertical radiator, downlights and a double glazed casement window to the front elevation.

Outside - Occupying a generous and beautifully established plot, the property enjoys delightfully landscaped gardens extending to both the front and rear elevations, predominantly laid to lawn and fully enclosed by mature hedgerow and fencing, creating a high degree of privacy. Well stocked borders feature an abundance of established shrubs and trees, while paved pathways meander through the grounds leading to a series of brick built outhouses providing excellent garden storage.

To the rear, the gardens continue with expansive formal lawns, extensive mature planting and a substantial entertaining terrace, ideal for al fresco dining. A timber framed garden gazebo provides a superb outdoor seating area overlooking the gardens.

A sweeping driveway provides off road parking for multiple vehicles and leads to a substantial detached double garage.

Detached Double Garage - Fitted with two remote controlled up and over doors, power, lighting, EV Charger, two Velux windows, internet connection and courtesy door leading to the garden. Offering excellent versatility, the garage could potentially be converted to provide additional accommodation, subject to the necessary planning consents and building regulations.

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