Price changed to £950,000
June 28, 2025
Listed for £1,000,000
March 19, 2025
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The adjacent utility/boot room provides generous storage with fitted cupboards, a dedicated space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. Thoughtfully designed for everyday convenience, it also offers access to a guest cloakroom and a canopied side entrance—ideal for busy family life or returning from countryside walks with the dog.
The beautifully proportioned dining room offers both elegance and versatility, featuring a charming seating area with French doors that open onto a raised patio—perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Steps lead down to the garden, enhancing the connection to the outdoors. At its heart, a feature fireplace with a Clearview wood-burning stove creates a warm and inviting ambiance. A side window frames a picturesque view over the driveway and the village church beyond, adding to the room’s charm.
Flowing effortlessly from the dining room, the home’s original entrance hallway reveals a second staircase adding to this homes versatility and leads to the cozy sitting room and a versatile study/family room. Both spaces enjoy natural light from their dual-aspect windows and showcase characterful fireplaces with wood-burning stoves, offering a perfect blend of warmth, comfort and charm.
First Floor/ Second Floor
From the entrance hallway, a staircase leads to the first-floor landing, featuring a charming sash window overlooking the fore garden. This landing provides access to two well-proportioned bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom, as well as a staircase continuing to the second floor. The first bedroom benefits from a stylish ensuite, complete with a cast iron roll top bath and large walk-in shower, the second having built in wardrobes and shutter blinds.
The second floor opens onto a charming landing, leading to two characterful attic bedrooms, each brimming with original charm and exposed feature timber purlins. One of the bedrooms benefits from a beautifully appointed ensuite, adding a touch of luxury to this unique and inviting space.
The first floor family bathroom is thoughtfully designed with a Jack-and-Jill layout, seamlessly linking the original house to the first-floor landing of the impressive three-storey extension. Finished to an exceptional standard, this bathroom boasts a luxurious period-style suite, including a freestanding roll-top bath and a separate shower cubicle, having a view towards the church.
The first-floor landing of the impressive three-storey extension seamlessly connects the principal bedroom suite, the new reception hallway below, and a second-floor bedroom above. Designed with both practicality and versatility in mind, this layout ensures effortless navigation throughout the home while offering exceptional flexibility - perfect for large families, multi-generational living, or hosting guests.
The principal bedroom is generously proportioned, having under floor heating (wet system), a triple aspect also having ample space for furniture and featuring a dedicated dressing area. Completing this luxurious retreat is a beautifully appointed ensuite, boasting a stylish slipper bath and a separate shower cubicle for the ultimate in comfort and relaxation.
Outside
Old Church Farm occupies a private and generously sized plot of approximately 0.37 acres, wrapping around the property to provide a rare sense of seclusion while enjoying a sought-after position in the heart of Eakring village.
The landscaped gardens offer a perfect blend of elegance and functionality, featuring expansive lawns, a dedicated vegetable garden with raised beds, a children’s play area, and a charming summerhouse. Thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the outdoor space includes two stunning terrace patios—one directly accessed from the rear of the property and the living kitchen, and a second elevated terrace off the dining room, with steps leading to the side garden. Together, these spaces create an idyllic setting for alfresco dining and refined outdoor living.
To the front, the property benefits from a gated driveway, providing ample off-street parking for four to five vehicles, along with access to a spacious 342 sq. ft. tandem garage. Beyond the garage, a former barn—accessible from the rear terrace—comes with the exciting advantage of approved planning permission for conversion into ancillary accommodation (Ref 21/01473/FUL), offering further potential to enhance this exceptional home.
Location
Eakring is a highly sought-after conservation village, perfectly positioned between the bustling market towns of Southwell and Newark-on-Trent. This charming village boasts a picturesque parish church (St. Andrew’s), a welcoming village hall, and the delightful Daffodil Tearoom, creating a strong sense of community. Surrounded by stunning countryside, Eakring offers easy access to an array of outdoor attractions, including Rufford Abbey Country Park, Rufford Golf Club, Clumber Park, and Sherwood Pines—perfect for walking, cycling, and outdoor enthusiasts.
For a wider selection of amenities, the historic Minster town of Southwell is just a short drive away, offering boutique shopping, professional services, a well-equipped sports centre, and exceptional schooling renowned across all age groups. The nearby market town of Newark further enhances the area’s appeal, with a mix of national and independent retailers, fine dining, and premium leisure facilities.
Commuters will appreciate the excellent transport links, with the A1 and A46 providing swift access to regional and national destinations. Additionally, Newark Northgate mainline station offers direct rail services to London and the South East in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, making Eakring an ideal choice for those seeking both tranquillity and connectivity.
Information
Tenure: Freehold.
Services: Mains electricity and water, mains drainage connection. Oil fired central heating. We have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor.
Local Authority: Newark & Sherwood District Council. Council Tax Band F
Energy Performance Certificate: A full copy of the Energy Performance Certificate is available upon request.
Viewing Arrangements: Strictly by appointment with Fine & Country Nottingham . Please use what3words app: etchings.copy.applause