Church Lane, Stamford

This two-bedroom townhouse with private garden has been cleverly extended and immaculately renovated using a calming palette of soft tones and carefully chosen materials that bring light and colour to the original Victorian interiors.The ground floor of the house has a wonderful sense of scale, with a large open plan and a bright kitchen / dining room that opens to the garden at the rear. The living room retains its elegant original proportions with a large window flooding the room with natural light - close the new shutters and this becomes a cosy space for nights in. Stripped original floorboards run underfoot and a fireplace with log burner sits centrally with bespoke cupboards either side. The kitchen is incredibly bright and is lit from above with skylights set into a smart apex that gives the space welcome volume. Bi-folding doors open effortlessly onto the private garden making the home feel larger.

There is a concerted use of quality materials throughout the house, bringing a contemporary aesthetic to the period interior, including Corian worktops, chic pale coloured units, built in hob and oven and lots of storage.The first floor of the house retains its original layout, with two bedrooms and a family bathroom with a bath and shower. The main bedroom has wardrobes that are set either side of the original fireplace. The large sat windows in the main bedroom look out across a beautiful garden and the church spires beyond. The second bedroom has garden views and countryside in the distance.

A loft room has been converted into a flexible space that can be used as a guest room or a study. New Velux windows flood the space with natural light and the original joists have been exposed to showcase the charm of the house. There is also a basement, which has been treated to a stylish and quality renovation - floors have been skimmed and laid with a modern flooring. The original stone staircase has been retained and the brick wall exposed, which is a nod to the past. A WC has also been added. This is a great space to set up a home office, studio or playroom.

The garden has been landscaped to provide a space that can be used in all seasons. Step out of the bi-folds and you are under a canopy with two solid oak posts. The patio area is constructed of sandstone slabs, which is perfect for opening the bi-folds in the summer and increasing the entertainment area size. An artificial lawn with well-established flower beds makes it a great garden for low maintenance while looking green throughout the year. The slatted fence is a contemporary design feature that juxtaposes beautifully with the railway brick wall. The garden has been split into two sections, with a gravelled carport at the rear.
Church Lane is a short walk from the centre of Stamford and moments from the train station. You are also conveniently positioned to get to the meadows and Burghley House.

• Three words :  Thoughtfully. Designed. Home.

Our favourite part
Standing in the kitchen with a drink looking at the views over the garden. Bliss.