Morland Manor is a sumptuous Grade II listed house on Ashton Estate near Oundle, Northamptonshire, complete with parking, a private garden and a show-stopping range oven for celebratory suppers.
Step through the door and the tone is set immediately: works of art, antiques and heritage touches sit alongside tasteful styling, with wood panelling, William Morris prints and a feature fireplace lending a sense of occasion to every moment.
Gather in the generous sitting room after a day outdoors, swapping stories over a favourite film on the DVD player or settling in with the Smart TV, while the central heating keeps things inviting in any season.
When it’s time to dine, the kitchen/diner becomes the social heart of the house.
The electric range oven and hob suits everything from leisurely breakfasts to crowd-pleasing feasts, while the microwave, fridge/freezer and coffee maker keep self-catering simple from the first cup of the day to the final sweet treat.
If you’re planning a special evening, the formal dining room is made for lingering dinner parties, with plenty of space to toast the weekend and let conversation drift long after dessert.
Five bedrooms provide flexibility for families and friends, including a handy ground-floor double, a king-size bedroom with en-suite and another king-size, alongside twin rooms that work beautifully for children or companions.
With a ground-floor shower room, a family bathroom and the en-suite, mornings can unfold at an easy pace.
Outside, step into your private gardens where patio furniture invites long lunches, the barbecue brings the sizzle, and a charming Shepherd’s Hut adds a little extra magic to the scene.
Beyond, the wider estate offers communal grounds and a cricket field for kite-flying and garden games, plus woodland walks, a nature trail and activities such as mini-golf, croquet and badminton.
Head out for the day to places such as Nene Valley Railway, Duxford Imperial War Museum, Rutland Water, Elton Hall, Rockingham Castle or Burghley House.
With a pub a short walk away and nearby shops in scenic Oundle, Morland Manor on Ashton Estate near Oundle sets the scene for an indulgent countryside escape.
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