Northants, Leics &amp; Rutland


<p>Why settle for cookie-cutter when you can have the authentic charm of a home with character and history? These canny conversions rip up the floorplan, filling old spaces with new life.</p>



<p>If you’re thinking old barns made modern, think again. Your Muddy virtual open house tour includes homes fashioned from an old reservoir and a Baroque-style stately home –  They may be new to market, but if those walls could talk, their stories would take you right back. First up: the wild card.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-burley-house-oakham-6-000-000"><a href="https://tyronash.com/listing/for-sale/cour-dhonneur-oakham-le15" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Burley House</a>, Oakham, £6,000,000</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="667" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/BURLEY-HALL.jpg" alt="Burley Hall Oakham" class="wp-image-65832" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/BURLEY-HALL.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/BURLEY-HALL-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/BURLEY-HALL-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Feeling spenny? This one of a kind, Grade I Listed stately pile boasts over 12,000 sq ft of living space and 67 Acres of Parkland and has played host, over the years, to the likes of King James I and Charles I and Winston Churchill. Chandeliers and tapestry your thing? That&#8217;s good, there are lots of those. There&#8217;s also a cricket pitch &#8211; which is how I&#8217;m aiming to get Mr Muddy on board with this one &#8211; plus a ballroom, and a state bedroom for when the princes pop round. I&#8217;m in.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-snorscombe-mill-near-daventry-1-650-000"><a href="https://thecountryhousedepartment.com/properties/snorscomb-mill-daventry/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Snorscombe Mill</a>, near Daventry, £1,650,000</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="682" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Snorscombe-Mill-01.jpg" alt="Snorscombe Mill Northants" class="wp-image-65804" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Snorscombe-Mill-01.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Snorscombe-Mill-01-300x205.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Snorscombe-Mill-01-768x524.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>This nineteenth century former water mill sits in a quiet patch of rolling countryside surrounded by sheep and birdsong. But don&#8217;t let those idyllic Thomas Hardy vibes fool you, as this property has been completely transformed for modern high spec living, with seven bedrooms, loads of living space, a gym and a one bed annex. Oh and it&#8217;s within walking distance of one of Northamptonshire&#8217;s best gastropubs, The Plough in Everdon, happy day.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-reservoir-tower-cossington-1-299-950"><a href="https://search.savills.com/property-detail/gbntrsnts240144" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Reservoir Tower</a>, Cossington, £1,299,950</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Reservoir-Tower.jpg" alt="The Reservoir Tower Cossington Leicester" class="wp-image-65810" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Reservoir-Tower.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Reservoir-Tower-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Reservoir-Tower-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>It may once have sat above more than a million gallons of underground water, but this former reservoir tower just a few miles north of Leicester city centre has been transformed into a jaw-dropping home with 7,000 square foot of living space in a split-level design, boasting six bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a bespoke breakfast kitchen, a circular library and an indoor swimming pool. Deep lightwells have been cut through the reinforced concrete walls to allow natural light to flood into the property, along with light shafts in the roof, to create a airy living space with a modernist, James Bond villain-esque vibe.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-forge-market-bosworth-1-250-000"><a href="https://www.cartersestateagents.co.uk/PropertyDetails/341306/13-15%20Park%20Street,%20Market%20Bosworth,%20CV13" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Forge</a>, Market Bosworth, £1,250,000</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="750" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/The-Old-Forge.jpg" alt="The Old Forge Market Bosworth" class="wp-image-65812" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/The-Old-Forge.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/The-Old-Forge-300x225.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/The-Old-Forge-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>A historic former forge turned striking character home, this beautifully converted property combines heritage, craftsmanship and modern luxury, with five double bedrooms and an incredible open-plan space featuring a bespoke kitchen with granite worktops, AGA, and vaulted ceilings. Need space for the rellies or an Airbnb? No worries, you also get an unconverted forge building, located within the grounds, which currently has full planning permission to be converted into an additional one-bed property.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-st-peters-church-little-oakley-corby-1-000-000"><a href="https://www.fineandcountry.co.uk/northampton-wellingborough-and-towcester-estate-agents/property-sale/4-bedroom-detached-house-for-sale-in-corby-nn18-8ha-little-oakley-mill-hill/4630979" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">St Peters Church</a>, Little Oakley, Corby, £1,000,000</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="589" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Mill-Hill-Little-Oakley.jpg" alt="Mill Hill converted Church corby" class="wp-image-65821" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Mill-Hill-Little-Oakley.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Mill-Hill-Little-Oakley-300x177.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Mill-Hill-Little-Oakley-768x452.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Praise be! This Grade II listed, 13th century church has been converted into a stunning four bedroom home packed with unique character. We&#8217;re talking frescos, columns, stained glass windows and vaulted ceilings, but with a modern twist. So banish any traumatic freezing cold Sunday School memories, you&#8217;ll get to enjoy limestone floors with underfloor heating and even insulation. Fancy. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-east-court-house-oundle-995-000"><a href="https://www.woodfordandco.com/properties/20743629/sales#/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">East Court House</a>, Oundle, £995,000</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="667" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Oundle-House.jpeg" alt="North Street Oundle historic home" class="wp-image-65825" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Oundle-House.jpeg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Oundle-House-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Oundle-House-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>This Grade II listed property at the heart of historic Oundle dates from the 16th century, with the front having been remodelled in the 19th century. You get spine beams dating from the 1500’s, a magnificent inglenook fireplace in the drawing room and a timber-framed wall. If you like playing hide and seek, you&#8217;re in luck, a priest hole has been discovered on the first floor. Luckily you get all the mod cons too, as it&#8217;s all been beautifully modernised and and dragged into the 21st century with gorgeous new Gaggenau appliances and a Poggenpohl kitchen. There&#8217;s a rather good school in town too, in case you hadn&#8217;t heard. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-old-workshop-uppingham-800-000"><a href="https://www.fineandcountry.co.uk/rutland-stamford-south-lincolnshire-estate-agents/property-sale/3-bedroom-town-house-for-sale-in-uppingham/4199732" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Old Workshop</a>, Uppingham, £800,000</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Workshop-uppingham.jpg" alt="The Old Workshop Uppingham" class="wp-image-65834" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Workshop-uppingham.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Workshop-uppingham-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Workshop-uppingham-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Originally built in 1895 as part of Uppingham School, this fab home sits behind stone walls and electric gates in Uppingham&#8217;s conservation area. Converted in the 90s and significantly updated in 2004, with oak floors and sympathetic modernisation, it&#8217;s now a gorgeous home at the heart of town, with architectural charm and loads of natural light. It&#8217;s also within a stone&#8217;s throw of Fern, one of our favourite restaurants &#8211; they do what can only be describes as the world&#8217;s greatest Manhattan. Big bonus.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-dingley-hall-market-harborough-605-000"><a href="https://kingwest.co.uk/property/apartment-2-dingley-hall-dingley/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dingley Hall</a>, Market Harborough, £605,000</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Dingley-Hall.jpg" alt="Dingley Hall Market Harborough" class="wp-image-65814" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Dingley-Hall.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Dingley-Hall-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/northantsleicsrutland/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2026/04/Dingley-Hall-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>I think I could see myself flouncing about in a house like this stately Elizabethan pile. Dingley Hall has quite an illustrious history, having been owned over the years by aristocrats, royal advisors, attorney generals and admirals, and having played host to royalty and senior political figures. Luckily for those of us who don&#8217;t have aristocratic genes, Dingley Hall was converted into seven houses and three apartments in 1978, making living here a far more realistic prospect, and this three bedroom apartment enjoys uninterrupted views out over the gardens and countryside beyond. Oh, and you also get to use the heated swimming pool. Dive in. </p>



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