4 bed detached house for sale

Prince Rupert Cottage, High Street, Clipston, Market Harborough LE16

Offered with no chain is this Truly Exceptional Thatched Cottage in the Heart of Clipston Thatch in Excellent Condition with Report Available

Nestled in the picturesque and historic village of Clipston, this Grade II Listed thatched cottage is a rare gem, exuding period charm while offering modern comfort and outstanding craftsmanship throughout. The thatch is in excellent condition, with a professional report available, giving buyers confidence and peace of mind from day one.

Originally two cottages, this unique and spacious 4-bedroom home has been meticulously renovated by the current owners to an exceptional standard, preserving the character and integrity of the original structure while integrating high-quality finishes and modern amenities. Offered for sale with no onward chain, the property offers both elegance and functionality in equal measure.

Step inside and you will immediately feel the warmth and authenticity of this special home — from the deep, undulating walls, exposed beams, and stripped pine doors to the Inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove and bespoke handmade kitchen. Every corner reveals a detail to admire, including cast-iron style radiators, shutters, and deep window sills, all contributing to the authentic country cottage ambiance.

The ground floor includes a spacious sitting room, perfect for relaxing evenings by the fire, a charming dining room ideal for entertaining, and a handcrafted kitchen featuring modern Neff appliances — including an instant hot water tap. A versatile fourth bedroom (or study/snug), a stylish shower room, utility room, and a practical boot room/pantry complete the downstairs space.

On the first floor, the home continues to impress with a luxurious master bedroom suite featuring a walk-in dressing room, and access to a beautifully appointed Jack and Jill bathroom with a roll-top bath — shared with the second bedroom. A third double bedroom, currently used as a home office, completes the upper floor. There is also potential to create a separate ensuite, for bedroom two if desired.

Outside, the south-facing garden is a private and peaceful haven, mainly laid to lawn with mature planting and a large patio perfect for alfresco dining. A double electric gate opens to a private driveway with parking for several vehicles, leading to a double garage with EV charging point, offering excellent storage or the potential for conversion into an annex (subject to planning). There's also a useful brick outbuilding within the garden.

Location Highlights:

Clipston is a sought-after village just five miles south of Market Harborough, offering a strong sense of community and a selection of local amenities including a pub, church, and primary school. The area is well served by independent schools such as Spratton Hall, Uppingham, Rugby, and Oakham, and falls within the catchment for Guilsborough Academy. The A14 is nearby, providing easy access to the motorway network, and Market Harborough station offers regular direct trains to London St. Pancras in under 1 hour.

Dining Room

4.54m x 3.41m - 14'11” x 11'2”
Accessed via a panelled hardwood front door, leading into the first versatile reception room, currently used as a dining room and is open plan to the kitchen in one direction and the lounge in the other direction. There is a focal point decorative fireplace, space for a dining table and additional breakfast bar seating. With window to front and bay window to the rear aspects. Stairs with understairs storage cupboard, lead to Bedroom 2 and Jack and Jill bathroom. Wood flooring.

Kitchen

4.42m x 3.39m - 14'6” x 11'1”
The attention to detail in this room is paramount, with a range of beautifully made bespoke wall and base units, including a glass display unit, pantry cupboard and Island/Breakfast bar with high quality white corian work surfaces complimented with a copper island surface and hob splash back. Fitted with a belfast sink and instant boiling tap, Intergrated neff appliances include an under counter fridge, bins, dishwasher, a five ring induction hob, combi microwave and double oven with stylish extractor. Extensive tiled flooring and door leading to boot room/pantry. Two windows to rear and further window to the front aspects.

Boot Room / Pantry

4.49m x 1.45m - 14'9” x 4'9”
A great additional space, useful storage for boots/coats and also for food storage and even an additional appliance, if required. External access door to the rear aspect and window to the front aspect. Tiled flooring.

Sitting Room

7.22m x 4.34m - 23'8” x 14'3”
Generously sized reception room with feature exposed beamed ceiling and open brick Inglenook fireplace newly fitted with a log burning stove and slate tiled hearth. This room is large enough to accommodate dining too. Door to Inner hallway leading to adjoining rooms and an under stairs storage cupboard with further staircase to the first floor landing. Dual aspect windows to the front aspect, one with a window seat and bay window to the rear aspect.

Inner Hall

3.76m x 2.07m - 12'4” x 6'9”
Doors leading to Shower Room, Laundry Room and Bedroom 4. There is also an external access door leading out to the garden and patio area. Triple aspect windows to the side aspect. Tiled flooring.

Shower Room

2.27m x 1.76m - 7'5” x 5'9”
Comprising of a 'wet room' style double shower with glass screen, low level w/c and hand wash basin within a drawer unit. Extensive tiling. Slim window to the side aspect.

Laundry Room

2.48m x 1.49m - 8'2” x 4'11”
Another useful storage room, the new boiler and hot water tank are also housed here. Fitted with a belfast sink with space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. Terracotta tiled floor and a sliding door.

Bedroom 4

3.7m x 3.66m - 12'2” x 12'0”
Lovely double sized bedroom with twin aspect windows to rear and side aspects, further fitted skylight. Feature panelling to one wall.

First Floor Landing

3.78m x 2.42m - 12'5” x 7'11”
Galleried landing with statement lighting and doors leading to bedroom1 and 3. Lovely study area with storage space and window to the side aspect.

Bedroom 3

3.71m x 2.75m - 12'2” x 9'0”
A good sized versatile double room with window to the front aspect.

Master Bedroom

5m x 2.97m - 16'5” x 9'9”
Double sized room with twin aspect windows to front and rear aspects and custom made fitted double wardrobes an opening leads into the dressing room.

Dressing Room

2.7m x 2.61m - 8'10” x 8'7”
This room has a wall full of custom made fitted wardrobes with window to the front aspect and door leading into jack and jill bathroom.

Jack & Jill Ensuite

2.57m x 2.25m - 8'5” x 7'5”
Comprising of a lovely roll top bath with claw feet, low level w/c and hand wash basin. Window to the rear aspect and door leading to second staircase and Bedroom 2.

Bedroom 2

4.95m x 4.1m - 16'3” x 13'5”
A lovely generously sized bedroom with vaulted beamed high ceiling and window to the side aspect.

Garden

The cottage lawned garden is south facing and fully enclosed by part wall/part fenced, offering a private and peaceful retreat, while the rear patio is perfect for admiring the surrounding planting and for outdoor dining and entertaining. There is also a separate brick built outbuilding. A double electric gate and side gate opens to the driveway and leads to a double garage with EV charging point, providing ample storage or possible annexe conversion and driveway parking.

Double Garage

6.37m x 5.6m - 20'11” x 18'4”
An unusually sized garage with eaves storage and an electric door complete with windows to disguise the appearance of it being a garage but another part of the house. Conversion is a real possibility subject to planning for an annexe.

Outbuilding

4.24m x 1.53m - 13'11” x 5'0”
A very useful brick built outbuilding for additional storage space fitted with doors to either end and also a window to the side aspect.