Property in Rutland
Our local team can help you decide the best place to live to suit your lifestyle and find the ideal property in Rutland.
Rutland is the UK’s smallest county with only two towns within its county borders. Despite its size, it is one of the most sought-after countries amongst our clients.
Rutland has many different types of property from barn conversions and farmhouses to large listed country houses.
This small county offers residents a peaceful and beautiful place to live and the main roads provide easy access to the surrounding counties for those who commute by car.
Rutland Property Finder
Our Rutland property search is led by Ashley Banfield, Garrington’s Regional Partner for the East Midlands. Having lived in Rutland and raised his family in the county, Ashley brings first-hand knowledge of its market towns, villages, schools and surrounding countryside that extends well beyond the professional.
Rutland’s primest homes often change hands away from the open market, and Ashley’s understanding of where genuine opportunities lie is invaluable to any search. He appreciates why so many people feel such a strong connection to the area: beyond the beauty of its villages and Rutland Water, it is the sense of community, safety and quality of everyday life that endures.
With over 28 years across property, investment and client advisory roles in the UK and Australia, Ashley combines considerable commercial experience with a highly personalised approach. He takes time to understand each client’s requirements before drawing on his network of local contacts to secure exceptional homes, both on and off the open market.
Begin your search for the perfect property
If you would like to discuss your search for property in Rutland without obligation, please do get in touch.
Oakham Property Finder
During Ashley’s many years living in Rutland, he has seen first-hand why Oakham appeals to such a wide range of buyers. The town offers an enviable balance of excellent schooling, independent shops, community spirit and access to Rutland Water. For many families, Oakham provides the ideal combination of town convenience and outdoor lifestyle, with everything from sailing and cycling to countryside walks on the doorstep.
As the county town of Rutland, Oakham has a lively centre at its heart, with a regular farmers’ market held on Gaol Street once a month. Alongside its restaurants, cafes and pubs, the town is home to several notable historic landmarks, among them the Norman great hall of Oakham Castle and Normanton Church, which sits on the shore of Rutland Water just to the east.
The town is well connected, with direct services from Oakham’s station to Birmingham and London Stansted Airport, calling at stations including Leicester, Peterborough and Cambridge. Schools in the area include the independent Oakham School, Brooke Hill Academy at primary level and Catmose College for secondary education.
The centre and surrounding lanes are characterised by period homes, from thatched cottages to Georgian houses, complemented by a number of newer developments concentrated in the suburb of Barleythorpe.
If you are looking for a property in or near Oakham, Ashley would be delighted to help you find the right place to live. Please get in touch.
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Moving to Hambleton
Not far from Oakham, Hambleton village is located on a peninsula, surrounded by Rutland Water.
Property in Hambleton is highly sought after and rarely becomes available, houses here often enjoy unspoilt views of the surrounding countryside. Hambleton is a unique place to live.
Hambleton benefits from being in close proximity to Oakham and access to the local schools and train connections there.
Living near Rutland Water offers a unique blend of tranquillity and active lifestyle opportunities.
As a professional buying agent, Garrington recommends this location for clients seeking serene living environments with access to outdoor activities, sailing, windsurfing, birdwatching and fishing right on your doorstep, while maintaining proximity to essential amenities and strong transport links for business needs.
Cycling, walking and exploring the nature reserve are also popular things to do here.
Living in Uppingham
Uppingham has a character all of its own. While smaller and quieter than some neighbouring towns, it offers a wonderful sense of community, beautiful architecture and a thriving independent spirit. Ashley has often found that buyers are drawn to its understated charm, excellent schooling and easy access to some of Rutland’s most attractive villages and countryside.
A market town in the south of the county, Uppingham owes much of its period appeal to the conservation area covering most of the centre, which has helped preserve the wealth of character and original features found in homes here.
At the heart of the town is the well-known and highly regarded independent Uppingham School, its main buildings lining the high street. The centre is also home to a variety of independent shops, several art galleries and traditional public houses.
For those travelling by car, Uppingham is conveniently placed for nearby towns and cities, including Leicester and Peterborough.
Villages in Rutland
Rutland has many charming villages which are highly desirable places to live including the conservation village of Market Overton.
Market Overton has an excellent community with sports clubs such as the local Cricket Club and the Bowls Club. The village has a community-run shop, café, doctor’s surgery and a popular public house.
The village of Market Overton is filled with character, stone-built, period property that rarely becomes available. Other quiet, desirable villages such as Clipsham, Bisbrooke and North Luffenham are popular with our clients looking for a property in Rutland.
On the Rutland borders, there are many villages which benefit from their proximity to Stamford which is technically in Lincolnshire.
Villages such as Pickworth and Empingham are desirable places to live. Empingham sits on the eastern side of Rutland water and is only a 10-15 minute drive from Stamford.
There are many villages to consider when looking for a property in Rutland. Our team of local property-buying experts can assist with searching for and acquiring the ideal property.
