USD 684,147

A beautifully built, light and airy, U-shaped barn-style property, the living accommodation single storey with vaulted ceilings, stands in a quiet, rural location yet within easy reach of good schools, shops and amenities about 5 miles west of Boston. The 4 bedroom property was constructed about 20 years ago and has underfloor heating throughout with multiple separate heating zones, very spacious reception rooms with glazing and French doors onto its sheltered, sunny courtyard. A much loved home created by the current owners, there is an integrated double garage, an expansive front drive and a well-tended, landscaped garden with fruit trees, sheds and a chicken run. "We walked onto the plot of land on a Saturday morning and knew we wanted to live here. It was, and still is, a beautifully private and quiet setting. It was second time lucky when it came to purchasing the plot as we were initially beaten to the sale by another buyer. When that fell through, we knew it was meant to be. Most people's dream houses aren't a series of abandoned barns and many piles of bricks, but it certainly was ours! "We had to stick to the footprint of the original barns, apart from where the dining area juts out – the garage wouldn't have been large enough for a decent sized car otherwise. The shape works perfectly as it has formed the lovely, sheltered courtyard in the middle." "There is a funny story behind the fireplace in the living room. We spent too much time doing research and looking for a design and style that we could both agree on; after buying endless expensive design and building magazines I was looking through a 'Hello' magazine and lo and behold, there was Nigel Havers in front of his fireplace which turned out to be the one! We recently found the image while we were looking through some old plans and it still makes us laugh." "It's a really easy house to entertain in with the kitchen in the middle of everything and there's so much space, and if the weather's nice, you can just open all the doors for even more. Christmas is our favourite time of year, there's more than enough room for all the family to sit around the table and beside the fire. A 9-foot tree fits perfectly in the corner beside the log-burner. The first Christmas we weren't used to underfloor heating and put all the presents under the tree only to discover on opening them that all those that were chocolates had melted! Now we keep a little table called 'the chocolate table' next to the tree and decide which presents are likely to be chocolates!" "The garden has two raised beds for vegetables and a strawberry bed. Sometimes after our meal we will just sit on the wall and pick and eat them straight from the plants – you can't get much fresher than that! We also have a pear tree, a plum, two cherries and two apples. There's a small piece of land over the road that we own, where we keep chickens under two walnut trees which is really cool for them in summer. The trees produce an abundant crop each year but it's a sport to get the walnuts before the squirrels! Green ones straight from the tree are gorgeous, but we always eat our own walnuts at Christmas too." "There's a chicken coop and run included in the sale of the property in the main part of the garden. It would also make a great fruit cage or a dog kennel (with a concrete floor added) and run. Much of the garden is enclosed by a beautiful copper beech hedge and the front drive is huge – perfect for a party – but if someone wanted more lawn there is plenty of room there to create another." "Kirton Holme is a very friendly and welcoming village, despite it being small there's a great sense of community. You'll meet people walking their dogs or cycling around the village and, if you want to, there are things to get involved in at the village hall." "It's a very calm and peaceful house on a very quiet road. We've thoroughly enjoyed living here and we know it's going to be difficult to find something to equal it. But it seems too big for us now that our daughter has left home and we're moving to be closer to her and her family. While we will feel sad to leave, it's time for the barn to make another family as happy as we have been here." Location The property is situated on a very quiet road on the outskirts of a small village around 5 miles west of the centre of Boston, surrounded by open farmland. Kirton Holme 9-hole Golf Club is opposite with the entrance further down the road, as is a livery stables should someone wish to keep a horse. For local shopping just 2 miles away, Swineshead has a Co-op, a post office, a pharmacy, a medical centre, a fish and chip shop and two pubs, there is also a Tesco 3 miles away otherwise Boston and Spalding provide a range of shops, sports clubs, a hospital and many facilities. For those with a love of nature, a beautiful RSPB nature reserve, Frampton Marsh, is about 7 miles (15 mins) to the east which provides a lovely expansive area for walking whilst viewing the abundant birds close up. Just inland from The Wash, one of Europe's most special places for wildlife, avocets, redshanks, skylarks and whimbrels can all be seen in summer, with thousands of ducks gathering on the freshwater landscapes in winter. Good road links are nearby with the A52 and the A17 within easy reach, the A52 taking you to Grantham and the A1 in just over half an hour, where there is a fast rail service to London King's Cross taking around an hour. Swineshead, only a couple of miles from the property also has a train station, but on the Nottingham to Skegness line, eastwards for the Lincolnshire coast. The A1 is also accessed at Newark, about 35 miles (50 mins) to the northwest, and at Peterborough the same distance to the south. The historic city of Lincoln is 30 miles (45 mins) north. Schools There is a choice of local primary schools with the nearest, Swineshead St. Mary's Primary School about a 2 minute drive rated Good by Ofsted, Kirton Primary School, rated Good by Ofsted, about 4 miles (8 mins), or Sutterton Primary about 7 miles (11 mins) from the property. Boston has popular grammar schools, The Boston Grammar School (for boys) and The Boston High School (for girls), both rated Good and school buses stop at the end of the road which is about a 15 minute walk. In the private sector, Ayscoughfee Hall is a sought after, private prep school in Spalding, 16 miles south. Services: Mains electricity and water; private water treatment plant; oil-fired central heating with underfloor throughout the entire property (heated towel rails also in bathrooms) Local Authority: Borough of Boston Council Tax Band: E Epc Rating: D

4 bd

Boston

USD 653,049

A delightful, spacious, modern home with a traditional outward appearance stands in a hamlet about 5 miles southeast of Sleaford. Occupying a tranquil, secluded position it provides 3 – 4 bedrooms, the principal en suite, 3 - 4 reception rooms, and a fitted kitchen. The house has an adjoining double garage and a wonderful connection with the west facing garden. Nearby Heckington is well served for shops and amenities whilst larger Sleaford has sought after state schools. Good road links are not far with the A17, the A15 and the A52 easily accessed, the latter taking you to Grantham (30 mins) where fast train services to London take around an hour, and where you can pick up the A1. “We had the house built especially for ourselves 16 years ago. We lived in the house next door and owned a small paddock, which our daughter used for her pony and then horse, upon which stood a two storey stable block dating to the late 18th century. This was connected to The Nag’s Head pub along the roadside – long since gone – and we toyed with the idea of converting and extending the stable block but in the end it made sense to start from scratch. We did save as many of the old bricks as possible to use in the build, which is why the front of the house has rounded corners – they are from the stable entrances, curved to protect the horses.” “It’s a sturdily built house and well insulated, even under the ground floor, in the walls as well as the roof. The windows are all double-glazed uPvc so draught proof and low maintenance. We have oil fired central heating with a big, bunded tank – a Watchman which indicates the level of the oil.” “The house is extremely spacious, light and airy. We chose cherry wood floorboards for their beautiful rich colour, which are very strong and came from Italy, laid in the dining hall and the living room and ceramic tiles laid in the kitchen, utility and conservatory.” “We have enjoyed the layout with the spaces flowing effortlessly between one another with lots of double doors, and opening the French doors from both the living room and conservatory really bring the outside in during the summer.” “The kitchen has LED lighting, an InSinkerator waste disposal unit, a water softener under the sink as well as a Tri-tap which gives you nice filtered water. There is an integrated dishwasher, double oven and ceramic hob with extractor fan above.” “The living room fireplace is marble and has a Baxi fire installed. These burn wood or coal and there is a bore on the external wall so you can remove the ash tray from outside – an ingenious way to eliminate ash dust in your living room!” “The study at the front is very close to the downstairs shower room so would make the perfect fourth bedroom if required. All the rooms are very generous sizes including the bedrooms and the storage is superb. There are walls of built-in wardrobes in the two front bedrooms and the main bedroom at the back has a walk-in dressing room. Another cupboard is on the landing but also a large, walk-in cupboard which, if a window was introduced, could make another small bedroom maybe for a baby, or a study or even be turned into another en suite – there are many options!” “The garden is quite large with a long frontage as the house is well set back from the road. It is very sheltered and peaceful with a number of mature trees - not all belonging to us by any means – around the sides. There is a beautiful horse chestnut at the front, and a maple at the back which is ours, lots of shrubs and a dyke which dries up in summer. The back garden receives sun from lunchtime onwards as it faces west but we find we have plenty of shade under the trees. We have grown our own vegetables and there are blackcurrant bushes and some rhubarb.” “Little Hale is very small but there are a lot of things going on in the little Methodist church such as coffee mornings and craft classes so there is an opportunity to meet up with everyone. A shop, pub and school are in Helpringham less than a mile away, but Heckington, a couple of miles north, has absolutely everything you need. There is a bus stop and a post box just up the road from the house with buses going into Sleaford a few times a day – ideal for children getting to and from school.” Location Little Hale is a quiet little community but does have various events taking place at the Methodist chapel where you can meet residents of the hamlet, and for those with a dog there are rights of way into open country. Less than a mile south is the village of Helpringham which has a shop, a school and a pub whilst Heckington, about 2 miles north is very well served and has everything you might need from a Co-op, a doctors’, a chemist, a post office to a DIY shop. Schools Helpringham Primary School is only a mile from the property and is rated Good by Ofsted. For secondary education there are excellent state schools in Sleaford with the grammar schools Carre’s Grammar School and Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for Girls), as well as St. George’s Academy, all Ofsted rated Good. Similarly, superb grammar schools are in Grantham, Spalding and Bourne all about 18 miles (30 mins) away - The King’s School (for boys) and Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School, co-educational Bourne Grammar and Spalding High School (for girls) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted with Spalding Grammar (for boys) rated Good. Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil-fired central heating Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council Council Tax Band: E Epc Rating: C

4 bd

Sleaford

USD 1,057,318

A very fine, substantial, stone property dating back to the early 1820s, stands in the middle of the pretty village of Dunston, about 7 miles southeast of the historic city of Lincoln. Rooms are spacious and light-filled, with 4 generous bedrooms upstairs and 4 reception rooms downstairs as well as a separate annexe connected to the double garage. The large, wraparound garden is beautifully landscaped with a backdrop of the village church, and easily accessed through French doors from both the house and the annexe. With over 3,000 square feet of accommodation, this property, in a village setting yet close to Lincoln, would suit a family or anyone wanting to work from home or entertain on a big scale. “We were drawn to Dunston and this house in particular because of the historic aspect of both the property and the village. It is in such a peaceful setting but so quick and easy to get into Lincoln. The house has a good deal of history but unfortunately not much has been recorded, although remains relating to the property were found in an archaeological dig in the village. There are two significant houses in the village, Dunston Manor and Dunston House both linked to the Earl of Ripon and Nocton House.” “The house has been well maintained to a high standard and, offers so much. There is a separate annexe. All the rooms are very generous with two spacious sitting rooms, the larger one has an Italian marble fireplace thought to be the original, and there are log-burners fitted in both. There is an abundance of built-in storage in the house plus a loft in the roof.” “The annexe is a fantastic space that we have used for more formal meetings, as well as summer parties. There are lovely tiles on the ground floor in that huge space which has French doors onto the patio. There is a worktop with a sink and an integrated fridge freezer and temperature controlled wine rack, at the other end. The upstairs is above the garage, another large area that could be a bedroom or would make an excellent office. There is space to install a bathroom so the building could easily become a self-contained annexe *error*.” “The house is well set back from the road where some majestic, mature trees stand along the front boundary. It’s very sheltered as there are stone walls around much of the garden and it is quite low maintenance as it is predominantly lawns and paved terraces. With places to sit in the sun and shade, we have a beautiful view of the church from the back as well as sunsets, and the French doors from the house and the annexe make it perfect for entertaining in the summer.” “It’s a very pretty village with a stream running through it and a village green bordered by weeping willows. Dunston is paired with the French village, Trange.” “The property would appeal to anyone wishing to move out of the city and live in a tranquil village setting – we will be very sad to leave!” Location The historic, pretty little village of Dunston is about 7 miles southeast of Lincoln, with the settlement ‘Dunestune’ recorded in the Domesday Book in 1086. Modern day archaeological digs have uncovered finds related to Dunston Manor. The property stands close to the Church of St Peter dating to the 12th century; several listed buildings are in Dunston including the 18th century Blue House, and Church Farmhouse on Lincoln Road. Perhaps surprisingly, although probably thankfully for any owner, Dunston Manor is not listed but is in the conservation area of the village. Although small, it is a very active community with a village hall and lots of activities organised by residents throughout the year. The Red Lion pub serving food is a popular place and a draw to many from the area. The well served village of Metheringham is only a mile away and offers a range of facilities including a doctors’ surgery, a Co-op supermarket, a post office, a hardware store, a vets’ practice, pubs, restaurants, a fish and chip shop, a takeaway, a children’s nursery, and another primary school. The village railway station connects directly with Lincoln, Sleaford and Peterborough. 10 miles away (15 mins), the characterful inland resort of Woodhall Spa is famous for The National Golf Centre with its Hotchkin heathland course, one of the top in the world, and offers a wonderful selection of independent shops, tea rooms, restaurants as well as the unique Kinema in the Woods and the superb outdoor heated swimming pool at Jubilee Park. The Petwood Hotel is steeped in British history, once home to the legendary 617 ‘Dambusters’ squadron, and provides award-winning food, afternoon tea and special events surrounded by acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. By car, the centre of Lincoln is about 12 minutes. Here, the historic city provides everything you would expect including a beautiful cathedral and castle sitting on top of the hill beside the quaint Bailgate area for independent shops, markets, restaurants and cafes with extensive retail outlets further down the hill. Fast direct trains from Lincoln to London take around 2 hours. The rich aviation history of Lincolnshire can be explored further at the International Bomber Command Visitor Centre in Lincoln. Schools St. Peter’s C of E Primary School is in the village and rated Good by Ofsted. For secondary education, less than 5 miles towards Lincoln, is Branston Community Academy, and 8 miles away on the southern edge of Lincoln is The Priory Academy LSST, both co-educational state schools, the latter rated Outstanding by Ofsted. In the private sector, in the centre of Lincoln, the Lincoln Minster Schools (both Prep and Senior) are extremely highly regarded. Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil fired central heating Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council Council Tax Band: G Epc Rating: E

4 bd

Lincoln

USD 230,030

USD 224,681

Vinters Way, Butterwick, Boston, PE22.

3 bed detached freehold house in quiet area - 10 mins drive from town. Brief walk to local PO, supermarket, public house & takeaway. NEW GAS BOILER: With transferable 12 year guarantee: installed Dec 2021 - so over 10 years remaining. Gas fire in lounge. GCH & double glazing throughout. Front and rear gardens, with garage (lights, power & water), driveway and side entrance. Lounge has gas fire and is to the rear; leading to the enclosed private garden with patio (large storage shed to the side). Upstairs has 2 large and 1 single bedrooms & family bathroom with bath, overhead shower & WC. Also separate downstairs WC. Kitchen has gas and electric options for cooker - all white goods to remain (inc. Bosch dishwasher and washer / dryer). Council Tax Band: B. For all enquiries, viewing requests or to create your own listing please visit the Griffin Property Co. website.

3 bd

Boston

USD 70,560

Tattershall Lakes Country Parks, Lincolnshire, LN4.

2 bd

Tattershall

USD 390,516

USD 385,167

Williamsons Way, Corringham, SS17.

Well presented and newly decorated 3 bed family home with private driveway and plenty of off street parking. Boasting a large kitchen diner and recently landscaped garden with artificial lawn for low maintenance. For all enquiries, viewing requests or to create your own listing please visit the Griffin Property Co. website.

3 bd

Aisby

USD 1,368,294

In a tranquil, waterside enclave, only a 5 minute drive from Spalding, is a superb country residence, surrounded by majestic trees, built just over two decades ago, providing a generous accommodation as well as potential for expansion.The house, although modern, reflects a gracious earlier era in stature and style. Inside, you are immediately struck by a sense of grandeur and luxury with high ceilings, fine cornicing, picture rails and fireplaces. The reception rooms include a drawing room, a formal dining room, a sitting room and a study. There is also a breakfast room off the kitchen, with French doors opening onto a decked terrace. Four double bedrooms and the family bathroom are upstairs; the principal bedroom enjoys an en suite and two dressing rooms.There is also a self-contained one-bedroom apartment which lies over the adjoining double garage.The grounds are sheer delight, covering an area of over 2.5 acres, they are private and run alongside the River Welland.

4 bd

Spalding

USD 478,903

A charming, grade II listed, stone cottage in the middle of the attractive, conservation village of Leadenham dates back to the 18th century, and offers light and spacious accommodation with 2 to 3 bedrooms upstairs and a kitchen and 2 reception rooms downstairs with a lovely connection to the sunny, west facing, walled rear garden. The tranquil location has unspoiled views across grazing pasture yet has good access to the nearby A17 leading to the A1 at Newark, and along the A607 to Lincoln to the north and Grantham to the south where trains take around an hour to central London. “It’s a beautiful cottage with generous rooms which are flooded with light, spacious yet cosy at the same time. The living room is particularly large, stretching front to back. It has character with the exposed stone around the window, the log-burner a cosy focal point, and the bi-folding doors onto the terrace not only let in lots of natural light but are also wonderful to fold back on a warm summer’s day.” “I came here nearly eight years ago and it was going to be my forever home; however, my circumstances changed so I have been renting out the house for the last four years. The family of four have been superb tenants and the property has been well maintained the whole time. It’s made a great family home for them with good local schools, but equally, it suited me as an individual, perfectly.” “There is an extraordinary amount of built-in storage. Off the kitchen there is a little utility room which has another sink and there is space for a free-standing fridge freezer. Beyond this is the downstairs loo which has cupboards and space for a washing machine. Just off the kitchen in the dining room under the stairs, there is a shelved pantry. Upstairs, there is an airing cupboard, also shelved, and the principal bedroom has a wall of fitted wardrobes and a further hanging cupboard. The other large bedroom has a built-in cupboard. There is even loft space as well!” “Despite being in the centre of the village, the house is in a quiet spot and the garden is very peaceful. Through the trees along the back, there are views over fields with sheep and lambs, cattle or horses grazing; the only sounds are birds or those of the countryside! It’s a lovely, private garden that catches the sun all afternoon and evening with plenty of space to eat outside. There’s a little stone shed in the far corner, mirrored on the neighbour’s side, that might have been outside privies once upon a time!” “The garage adjoins the house which has a door at the back into the garden. There is a solid gate at the side that also leads into the back garden from the street – useful for bins. Parking is never an issue as you can always park in front of the garage along the street and there are no yellow lines outside.” “It’s a very welcoming community and the neighbours are lovely. The location is excellent if you need to travel elsewhere – less than half an hour to Lincoln to the north and Grantham to the south where trains take an hour into London King’s Cross. The A1 is also not far away at both Newark and Grantham.” Location Leadenham is a very attractive, sought-after, conservation village located along the southern edge of the beautiful and picturesque Lincolnshire Cliff lying on the A607 just north of the A17. It is approximately 11 miles north of the market town of Grantham, 14 miles south of the city of Lincoln and about 9 miles equidistant between Sleaford to the southeast and Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire to the northwest. Commuters are well served by Grantham’s high speed rail network to London King’s Cross (around one hour), and the A1 can be picked up here for the South and at Newark for the North. One of many listed buildings in the village, 49 High Street, like so much of the village, was originally owned by Leadenham Estates; in fact the very attractive settlement with fine stone properties grew up around the stunning Georgian mansion, Leadenham House. The country house was built in 1790 for William Reeve surrounded by 3,000 acres of farmland and is now available as a wedding and events venue. Leadenham’s 13th century church is dedicated to St. Swithun, and the village post office and Leadenham Teahouse won a Rural Oscar with the Countryside Alliance awards a few years ago for the Best Post Office and Village Shop in the East of England. There is also a village hall, a Spar convenience store and a farm shop, a tennis club, a hockey club, as well as being home to Leadenham Polo Club. Slightly further afield, just north of Grantham in Belton, The National Trust’s Belton House has gardens, parkland and an adventure playground whilst Belton Woods 4- star Hotel and Spa has two golf courses. Schools Leadenham C of E Primary School is within walking distance and rated Good by Ofsted whilst the state secondary school, Sir William Robertson Academy is a few minutes up the road towards Welbourn and is also rated Good. Other options are in Sleaford, Grantham and Newark. There are excellent grammar schools in the area with Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School and The King’s School (for boys), both rated Outstanding by Ofsted, 11 miles south in Grantham. Sleaford, 9 miles southeast, has Carre’s Grammar School, Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for Girls), and St. George’s Academy, all rated Good by Ofsted. Very good independent schools, such as the Lincoln Minster Schools (prep and senior), are in Lincoln, with others in Grantham and Newark. Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil fired central heating Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council Council Tax Band: C Epc Rating: E

3 bd

Lincoln

USD 702,805

An exquisitely presented, fully refurbished, modern family home offering 5 bedrooms, its accommodation set over 3 floors whilst having a superb connection with its private rear garden. The attractive property stands in a quiet, tucked away corner of the well served village of Saxilby, 7 miles outside Lincoln. Despite the tranquil position bordering countryside, it is close to excellent schools and a wealth of amenities in both the village and the nearby historic city. Benefitting its own train station within walking distance of the property, it is possible to be in central London in around 2 hours, and even less to other cities and destinations. Seller Insights “Having viewed houses all around the village, we opted for our house because we fell in love with the plot and generous room sizes. It’s the last one on the crescent which means that there is no passing traffic and it feels like you are in your own little world once you come down the private driveway.” “The house was built about 20 years ago but we have meticulously renovated it to the highest standard with no expense spared, with a view to staying here forever. The layout of the house now flows really well and has worked perfectly for us as a family, with the top floor being a particularly flexible area. The entire floor could make a fabulous master suite, however, we have used the smaller bedroom as our office; guests could have their own space completely with the largest room having space for a seating area as well as a king size bed, or in our case, it has provided a sort of ‘self-contained’ apartment area for my 18 year old son, which he has loved.” “The work involved in the renovation included adding the garden room extension at the back, replacing all the windows and doors, fitting a new kitchen and all new bathrooms, laying new carpets and decorating throughout. We also landscaped the garden laying the patio and the decked area to create an ideal place for entertaining.” “The newly added garden room provides a beautiful space where the views over the fields are amazing in the winter and in the summer we use any opportunity that we can to have the bi-folds open, which provides a great space for family and friends to make use of both the indoors and outdoors. The doors open the full width of the room, which really frames the newly landscaped garden.” “On a sunny day we love to lay picnic blankets on the grass so that the children can play, whilst the adults sit on the decking and make use of the garden bar which is inside the summerhouse. When the evening draws in, we switch on the surrounding ambient lighting, which also shines up into the trees, providing the perfect space and atmosphere to relax. The heater under the covered area means it can be used all year round.” “The back garden is really private and secluded with a backdrop of trees; it’s very quiet here as we’re really tucked away and any roads are all cul de sacs. Beyond our front garden, also bordered by trees, there is a green which is a great place for dogs to run around or children to kick a ball about.” “The location is perfect if you want tranquil living (including having great neighbours) but proximity to good schools, sports facilities and other amenities, as well as being close to the city if you need it. In 10 or 12 minutes you can be in the Bailgate, or closer by, there is the David Lloyd gym and tennis at Burton Waters.” “Saxilby has a lot to offer with its schools, two pubs, takeaways and a fish and chip shop, supermarkets and many different sports clubs and facilities, as well as its train station.” Location Saxilby is about 7 miles northwest of the city of Lincoln with the property situated in a quiet residential close on the eastern edge of the village. Either a 2 minute drive or a 10 minute walk takes you to Saxilby Station served by East Midlands Railway and Northern Trains. Lincoln is reached in 7 minutes, for example, or Retford in 15 minutes, both where you can connect with trains to London, or continue on to Sheffield or Leeds. By car, the centre of Lincoln is about 12 minutes. Here, the historic city provides everything you would expect including a beautiful cathedral and castle sitting on top of the hill beside the quaint Bailgate area for independent shops, markets, restaurants and cafes with extensive retail outlets further down the hill. Fast direct trains from Lincoln to London take around 2 hours. The village of Saxilby is a thriving community and has a Co-op, a Tesco One Stop, a doctors’ surgery, a vet’s, a hairdresser and beauty salon, several little independent shops, 3 cafes, an ice cream parlour, a fish and chip shop, Chinese and pizza takeaways and two pubs, one serving food. If required, there is a regular bus service direct to supermarkets such as Tesco and Asda, whilst a local David Lloyd tennis facility and gym is a 5 minute drive. The A1 is about 20 minutes away at Markham Moor, Newark about 25 minutes south and Sheffield and Nottingham both around an hour’s drive. To the east, in just over half an hour you can be in the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the Lincolnshire coast beyond. Schools Saxilby C of E Primary School is a few minutes’ drive and has a Good Ofsted report, so too the Fleur de Lys Nursery and Pre-School. There is a wide choice of secondary schools in the region with many in Lincoln such as The Priory Academy LSST, 8 miles away rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as well as the highly regarded independent Lincoln Minster Schools (Prep and Senior) situated in the centre. Schools Saxilby C of E Primary School is a few minutes’ drive and has a Good Ofsted report, so too the Fleur de Lys Nursery and Pre-School. There is a wide choice of secondary schools in the region with many in Lincoln such as The Priory Academy LSST, 8 miles away rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as well as the highly regarded independent Lincoln Minster Schools (Prep and Senior) situated in the centre. Services: Mains gas, electricity, water, and drainage; gas central heating Local Authority: West Lindsey District Council Council Tax Band: E EPC Rating: C

5 bd

Lincoln

USD 1,057,318

A splendid, Grade II Listed, Victorian, former vicarage with far reaching views, stands in a village almost equidistant between Spalding and Boston in a semi-rural area near nature reserves and The Wash, yet with excellent schools in catchment. In superb order, the beautifully proportioned, elegant home displays delightful, original decorative features and has a great sense of space and light. Surrounded by a mature, landscaped garden, attractive outbuildings provide a sizeable home office, a garage and plenty of storage. Close to the A17, the A16, and the A52, there are very good road links to the A1 at Grantham, Newark and Peterborough, 40 minutes to the south, where fast trains to London take around 45 minutes. “We came here about 18 years ago and it needed a great deal doing to it – it’s been a lot of work! We began by replacing the entire roof, and we had the rear garden landscaped to provide the large patio and the vegetable garden. Inside we fitted new bathrooms, had a new boiler, a new oil pipe, completely redid the drainage outside and extended the parking area to include a turning circle around the tree. The sash windows have been overhauled with some replaced - like for like - with new, and only recently, in 2021, we also fitted a new kitchen.” “It was built in 1882 - there’s a date-brick indicating this – as the vicarage for the church next door. It is a beautiful, private setting with wonderful views over open fields, the church as a backdrop. We have been approached more than once, to let brides and grooms be photographed from within the garden with the church behind! The garden is bordered to the front by beautiful horse chestnut trees and we have a lot of fruit trees at the back – there are bramley apples, pears, plums and cherry trees. We have many flowering shrubs and from January, snowdrops, aconites and bluebells all herald the forthcoming spring.” “The house is so spacious and flooded with natural light. The atrium hall is particularly spectacular. It is also full of original features and most rooms have fireplaces. We only use the one in the lounge but there is no reason why others couldn’t be used. The snug we think must have been the original kitchen as it retains the old range in the brick fireplace and has the servants’ stairs from the corner of the room.” “It was an ideal family home. We arrived when our sons were around their early teens; they went to Boston Grammar but we are in catchment for a whole range of options including schools in Holbeach and the highly rated grammar schools in Spalding. School buses collect and drop off the children from the village both for primary and secondary schools.” “The village is so friendly. We couldn’t believe how everyone said ‘hello’ when they walked past! It’s a thriving village with a really nice new community group who are planting bulbs and clearing boundaries, various activities go on in the village hall such as coffee mornings, pop-in lunches and exercise classes, and there’s a social and sports club where they hold quiz nights and live music, for instance, and a tractor rally in the summer.” “It’s lovely for walking the dogs here. The pub, which is under refurbishment but due to be completed soon, is at Fosdyke Bridge where a footpath follows the riverbank through Moulton Marsh Nature Reserve - you can walk for miles. The pub is very popular and was a Godsend in lockdown as it provided take-away meals!” Location Fosdyke is a small village situated around 7 miles south of Boston, just off the A17, and 10 miles north of Spalding. Not far from the A17, the A16, and the A52, there are excellent road links to Grantham to the west (40 mins), the A1 North at Newark (45 mins), and the A1 South at Peterborough (40 mins) where fast trains to London take around 45 minutes. The property stands next to All Saints’ Church which was rebuilt in the early 1870s on the site of an older church, the vicarage being constructed just 10 years later, possibly by the same architect, Edward Browning. Although small, it is a lively community with a village hall round the corner from the property where a number of fitness classes and events take place. There is also a Social & Sports Club called Fozzy's, which has a playing field with football pitch and changing rooms, an enclosed multisport area used for five-a-side football, basketball and volleyball, and a bowling green. There is also a children's adventure playground. A little outside the village, next to Fosdyke Bridge, stands an excellent pub and restaurant, The Ship Inn, currently under refurbishment, and Fosdyke Yacht Haven, a pleasure boat marina and boatyard with dry land facilities for sailing craft. Lovely walks along the River Welland stretch to Moulton Marsh nature reserve beyond which the river meets the River Haven to flow into The Wash. In an area that is an ideal habitat for birds, Fosdyke Wash is another nature reserve even closer by, and Frampton Marsh is an extensive one with a visitor centre only about 5 minutes in the car. Schools In an area with a plethora of good state schools including sought after grammar schools, there is a choice of local primary schools with one in Sutterton 3 miles away and another in Kirton 4 miles away, the latter rated Good by Ofsted, with school buses collecting from the village. For secondary education, Thomas Middlecott Academy is in Kirton and the Cowley Academy in Donington, whilst Boston, 7 miles north, has popular grammar schools, The Boston Grammar School (for boys) and The Boston High School (for girls), both rated Good. The property is also in catchment for Holbeach Academy, 6 miles away, Ofsted rated Good, and Spalding’s excellent grammar schools, 10 miles south, with the Grammar (for boys) rated Good and the High (for girls) rated Outstanding. Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil-fired central heating Local Authority: Boston Borough Council Council Tax Band: E Epc Rating: Exempt

4 bd

Boston

USD 653,049

A fine, highly individual, four bedroomed 1930s house, that has been completely refurbished and modernised, presenting in superb order. In the south Lincolnshire fens, in a village close to the Norfolk and Cambridgeshire borders, it is only a short walk to the local shops as well as to the beautiful countryside. The house is very light and airy, the living room benefits from triple aspect and the adjacent dining room having a very large bay window incorporating French doors onto the terrace. The kitchen stretches front to back with an area for dining at the front and leads into the utility area and back door at the far end. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms, the master has a dressing area with a wall of built-in wardrobes and an en suite shower room. Outside, the gravel drive at the front extends down the side to the rear providing parking for several cars; at the back stands the separate, double garage. The secluded rear garden is predominantly lawn.

4 bd

Sutton Bridge

USD 1,113,915

A very attractive, substantial, stone-built property that has an excellent connection with its large, wraparound garden, sitting in a wonderful, quiet position overlooking fields and woods less than 2 miles north of Bourne in South Lincolnshire. The light and airy family home offers great versatility in the use of its rooms with 5 double bedrooms (2 en suite) upstairs and 3 extremely generous reception rooms downstairs, whilst a detached double garage stands alongside.Superb schools, state and private, are in the vicinity; the A1, North and South, is within easy reach and Peterborough, with its fast train service to central London taking around 45 minutes, is only about a 30 minute drive straight down the A15.

5 bd

Bourne

USD 1,119,513

A late Georgian, grade II listed, renovated and extended former farmhouse enjoys a delightful setting alongside a waterway on the outskirts of Spalding. A masterful blend of traditional architecture combined with an expansive, contemporary, open plan extension connecting beautifully through glazing onto a west facing terrace, creates a stunning home of impressive proportions. A recently converted coach house adjoins the property which contains a triple garage, a salon and two en suite bedrooms above, whilst an outside cabin would make an ideal home office.With a total of six bedrooms, an enclosed, private garden sitting on a plot of almost an acre, the close proximity to superb state and private schools, an abundance of shops and sports facilities, a train station and easy access onto the A16, the A17 and, in turn, the A1, enhances the appeal of this desirable home. Direct fast trains from Peterborough take around 45 minutes to London Kings Cross making it feasible for a commute.

6 bd

Spalding

USD 745,098

In one of the most sought after streets in Lincoln, a Grade II listed, Georgian, terraced townhouse stands in an enviable position in the very heart of the old Cathedral quarter of Lincoln on a no through road with views from its windows of both the cathedral and the castle. The 4 bedroom house set over three floors, a cellar below and a sheltered little courtyard behind, also includes a converted coach house which could be used as, for example, a home office, a gym or a studio. Whether as a home for an individual, a couple or a family, or for holiday or permanent letting, this is a beautifully presented property filled with original features exuding historical charm and elegance Seller Insights “The house is in the street to be on! James Street and Drury Lane are, arguably, the most sought after in the city. It is really quiet despite being bang smack in the middle of the city; you come out of the front door, look to the right and you are literally in the shadow of the cathedral. There are beautiful gardens which are lovely to sit in and we’re close to the visitor centre and the tea room. The Bail is like a little village and everything you need is just there.” “We did a lot of work on the property when we bought it several years ago, including lovingly restoring all the timber sash windows, and more recently we have renovated the old coach house at the back which was in a very dilapidated state. It is almost finished now. One third of the ground floor belongs to next door but the rest is ours so we have a flying freehold. We went through all the necessary planning, consequently the upper barn door is now a big window, and there are two conservation rooflights. We are keeping it rustic downstairs with exposed brick and there will be a staircase up to the first floor with its vaulted ceiling, which will all be plastered. It would make the perfect home office with a very fast commute from the back door!” “The courtyard at the back is an extremely sheltered spot, quite a suntrap and nice for a cup of coffee or to eat outside in summer. There is pedestrian access to the back of the property and the coach house from just round the corner in Eastgate.” “The house is in good order, with a new boiler installed only 3 years ago and we have all the up-to-date certificates for the plumbing, electrics and so on. We have done very successful holiday lets as well as renting it out on a more permanent basis which also worked well. Anyone working at the university or hospital, for instance, would find it ideally situated as it is only a 15 and 20 minute walk respectively. Wherever you work in the city it is generally within walking distance.” “There’s a lovely feel to the property with some beautiful original features. All the bedrooms have the original pretty fireplaces, and one of my favourite visions is from the landing seeing the curving, Georgian handrail on the simple banisters as the upper staircase winds round. We have a chandelier over it and there’s a rooflight above; it always looks so elegant and appealing.” “For storage, there’s a useful cellar accessed through a door and down steps under the stairs, and there’s an interesting glazed door from the hall into the kitchen which swings both ways.” “You can see the cathedral from all the front windows, and from one of the back bedrooms you can see the castle walls. When there is a concert or fireworks you can see it all happening from the comfort of your own home! The top floor front bedroom has a Juliet balcony which is a rather nice, romantic feature.” “The schools in the area are superb. The Minster Schools are only a 5 minute walk and Yarborough and Christ’s Hospital School are only a stone’s throw, maybe a 10 minute walk. My sons went the LSST – a fantastic state school - which is just south of the city; school buses pass through the centre so it’s very convenient.” Location Lincoln is a vibrant city with a rich and interesting history. During the Roman era Lincoln was known as 'Lindum Colonia' developed from an Iron Age Settlement on the River Witham. The two most notable attractions are the spectacular 11th century Cathedral and the Castle close to Bailgate Court in the city's cultural Cathedral Quarter, both of which can be seen from windows of the property. Lincoln has two universities, the University of Lincoln and Bishop Grosseteste, and the city is full of a diverse range of shopping. The Bailgate - known as The Bail to locals - is the Uphill section of Lincoln where you can enjoy walking around the castle gardens and cathedral, and foraging in the popular Bailgate shopping area – quirky streets full of specialist shops including boutiques, antique shops, crafts, book and gift shops, not to mention tea rooms and restaurants. These quaint shops are surrounded by the remains of medieval Lincoln, black timber-framed buildings and even some hidden Romans remains. Enjoy regular artists’ and farmers’ markets in the Castle Square, and the Usher Art Gallery and The Collection Museum slightly further down the hill. For direct commuting to London, there are daily trains from Lincoln to London Kings Cross (travel time approximately 2 hours). The A15 northwards provides easy access to the M180 motorway network and Humberside Airport, whilst it is also within easy reach of the A1 at Markham Moor along the A57 westwards, and the A1 at Newark via the A46. Schools There is an array of excellent nearby schools, for instance, in the private sector, the highly regarded Lincoln Minster Schools (Prep and Senior) are within about 5 minute walk, so too, a state junior school, Westgate Academy rated Good by Ofsted. Yarborough School and Christ’s Hospital School are also within walking distance and are state secondary schools rated Good by Ofsted. About 2.5 miles south of the property, The Priory Academy LSST, a state secondary, is rated Outstanding with school buses collecting and delivering students from the centre of the city Services: Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage; gas central heating Local Authority: Lincoln City Council Council Tax Band: E EPC Rating: C

4 bd

Lincoln

USD 466,464

USD 457,756

Set off a tree-lined road in the Lincolnshire market town of Holbeach, this traditional country cottage has been extended and extensively refurbished to create the perfect family home while maintaining a classic design and cosy aura. Imbued with charm, Cloverfield Cottage comprises an entrance porch and hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, and utility room on the ground floor, while three bedrooms and a shower room await discovery upstairs. The property also offers a delightful, sunny, and private garden, as well as an abundance of parking on its gravel driveway, which usefully offers an electric charge point for a car. Placed on Dam Gate, the house provides easy access to all of Holbeach’s amenities, from restaurants to the doctors and schools, with the centre of town reachable in a 10 minute walk at a slow pace, whereas Spalding is a mere 20 minute drive away and Peterborough 30 minutes, which presents a rapid rail link to London.

3 bd

Spalding

USD 684,147

In an ideal position for raising a family, this deceptively large, well presented, 4 - potentially 5 - bedroom home offers the best of both worlds as it sits in a quiet spot overlooking countryside in a very well served and highly sought after town just south of Lincoln yet it is within walking distance of excellent schools, and an abundance of amenities and shops. With several generous reception rooms, a large kitchen dining room, an en suite to the principal bedroom, a sunny rear garden and an integrated garage, there is a good deal of space. The centre of the city of Lincoln is less than a 15 minute drive, and North Hykeham has its own train station within walking distance. The proximity to the A46 means Newark is only about a 20 minute drive with the fastest trains to London taking around 70 minutes. “We were looking for a larger home – a substantial one - in which to bring up our 3 children and came across this part-way through the build. We already lived in North Hykeham and knew what a great place it was to live, and this house offered a country feel but with all the transport services, schools and amenities still within walking distance.” “The house was really just a shell when we bought it having careful checked the room sizes were big enough and the orientation of the house was right – the back faces south and west – and we love the views from the front over horses in the paddocks and the landscape beyond. The owner of number 5, next door, owns the horse paddock. All 5 houses are a similar size but slightly different from each other. We love it here, it’s so quiet as the lane only serves these 5 properties.” “We added the conservatory only 2 years ago; it is a lovely place to sit whatever time of year and in summer is perfect for opening out onto the patio which is large enough for extensive entertaining. The layout of the house is ideal as there are double doors between the living room and the dining room and again into the conservatory so we have held a lot of parties over the years!” “If someone wanted a fifth bedroom, the second lounge would be a lovely room especially since it is close to the downstairs toilet, and the cloakroom next door could be made into a shower. It would be perfect for an elderly parent, being on the ground floor.” “Despite the first floor occupying much of the roof space, there is in fact a loft for storage which is partly boarded. The house provides a good deal of storage with lots of built-in cupboards and wardrobes.” “We had the garden professionally landscaped. It’s very sunny and is richly planted; there are several small trees, lots of bulbs, shrubs, perennials and climbers so it is very colourful in the summer. The Wendy house will stay. It’s set on a paved area if someone wanted to remove the playhouse and have another spot for seating.” “It’s been wonderful walking the dogs without having to get in a car. You can go down Fen Lane and along the riverbank and walk all the way into Lincoln if you want. It takes around an hour with a pub en route; on a nice day you might want to go into Lincoln for lunch and then walk back again. We can see the cathedral from the house on a clear day.” “We have really enjoyed living here and will be sad to move. It’s the perfect place to live with children still at school as they can be independent; it’s all very safe and accessible and, as parents, we haven’t had to provide a taxi service! There are several primary schools and 2 secondaries that are within walking distance, and our neighbour’s children cycle to the LSST closer to Lincoln.” Location North Hykeham is a small, vibrant town and popular residential area immediately south of the city of Lincoln. The property is located on the periphery of the town down a lane that leads to only 5 houses and enjoys a peaceful spot overlooking paddocks with far reaching field views from the front. Close to playing fields, everything is within walking distance such as excellent schools, shops, supermarkets, medical and vet’s practices and sports and leisure activities including sailing and golf based around the Millennium Lakes, part of Witham Valley Country Park on the other side of town. It also has a train station on the Nottingham to Lincoln line. Road links are good with easy access to the A46 leading to Newark (20 mins) and the A1 south. Trains from Newark to King’s Cross generally take 1.5 hours but there are fast services around 70 minutes. A wide range of attractions and places to visit are in the vicinity such as Whisby Nature Park, a Fun Farm Soft Play Centre, Lincolnshire Road Transport Museum, and the Terry O’Toole Theatre, as well as a large selection of garden centres, cafes and restaurants. Schools There is a large choice of Ofsted rated Good primary schools in North Hykeham and the Ling Moor Primary Academy is rated Outstanding, 1.2 miles from the property. Excellent secondary schools are also in abundance with co-educational Sir Robert Pattinson Academy rated Good within walking distance, The Priory Witham Academy, a mixed school from 3-18 rated Good, about 3 miles away, and The Priory Academy LSST, also a co-ed but partially-selected academy rated Outstanding, a similar distance. In the independent sector, the highly regarded Lincoln Minster Schools (both Prep and Senior) are in the centre of Lincoln 4.5 miles away. Services: Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage; mains gas central heating Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council Council Tax Band: F Epc Rating: C

4 bd

Lincoln

USD 621,952

A rare opportunity to purchase a charming stone property dating to the late 1700s, surrounded by undulating countryside in a small South Lincolnshire village conveniently close to the A1 without being aware of it. Offering 4 sizeable bedrooms upstairs and potential to create another downstairs, it has a good number of spacious reception rooms, a large garden to the front and back, a separate double garage and adjoining storerooms, and has been a happy family home for the last 40 years.North Witham is about 10 miles between both Stamford to the south and Grantham to the north, and about 25 miles (30 mins) northwest of Peterborough. Here, fast trains to London take around 45 minutes and, combined with the close proximity of the A1, the property is in an extremely convenient position for travelling to towns and cities. Also, there is a wide choice of exceptional state and private schools in the area.

4 bd

Grantham

USD 745,098

Fine & Country are proud to present a selection of individual, executive-style homes set over 2 or 3 floors with 4-6 bedrooms, on a brand new, very attractive and quiet residential development in the centre of the highly sought-after village of Scampton, 5 miles north of Lincoln. price ranges from £599,000 Beautifully designed and constructed in top quality materials to a high specification by a reputable developer, each property is a combination of stone and brick with either pantile or slate roofs. Aspects include a bespoke, quality fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, underfloor heating from an air source heat pump, a contemporary en-suite to the master bedroom, built-in storage, and bi-folding doors onto a paved terrace. Additional features are a block-paved driveway, a garage with electrically operated doors, and an enclosed, landscaped garden with a lawn and terrace. Scampton is within very easy reach of the A15, 5 miles (about 10 mins) directly north of the city of Lincoln with its cathedral, castle and quaint Bailgate area where charming markets, independent shops, restaurants and cafes nestle on the hill. Trains from Lincoln connect to Newark where fast services to London Kings Cross take around 75 mintues. Scampton is home to the famous Red Arrows, and RAF Scampton Heritage Centre, an aviation museum acknowledging the Dambuster Raids and other world war history. Newark-on-Trent with its castle on the river, is about 20 miles (approx. 30 mins) southwest, with Nottingham further beyond (about an hours’ drive). The Lincolnshire Wolds, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its rolling hills, is beyond Market Rasen (13 miles) less than a half hour drive to the northeast. The A1 Northbound can be picked up at Markham Moor about 20 miles (30 mins) to the west, or at Newark, the same distance, if Southbound. The M180 crosses the north of the county about 18 miles (20 mins) up the A15. Schools The schools in the close vicinity are excellent. Polly Platt Primary School, is within easy walking distance in the village and rated Good by Ofsted, and the mixed state secondary school, William Farr, is in the neighbouring village of Welton only a 5-minute drive (3 miles) and is Ofsted-rated Outstanding. The Priory Academy LSST grammar school is also rated Outstanding in Lincoln itself, about 20 minutes by car (8 miles), where there are the superb independent Minster Schools (Prep and Senior) about 15 mins (7 miles). Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; underfloor heating from air source heat pump Local Authority: West Lindsey District Council EPC Rating B

4 bd

Lincoln

USD 491,342

In the Lincolnshire Cliff, conservation village of Leadenham, an attractive stone house dating to around 1860, stands in the high street and has been completely renovated to a very high specification and now presents as a fabulous 3 bedroom property with large bathroom, an open plan kitchen dining room with adjoining utility areas, a separate living room and sunny rear garden. The village lies on the A607 which runs from the A17, just to the south, all the way to Lincoln about 14 miles north providing excellent road links, whilst Grantham is around 11 miles south where fast trains to London, and elsewhere, offering frequent services for a commuter. “We jumped at the rare opportunity to purchase the house when Leadenham Estates were selling off some of their properties. It was in a very sorry state and needed a complete restoration – there were weeds growing through the bathroom floor downstairs! It originally had a fourth bedroom upstairs but we decided to create a lovely big bathroom up there instead.” “It has all been lovingly restored by us in a sympathetic way and has been a lot of work. We and our team of skilled builders pretty much gutted the place, taking a wall down to open up the kitchen and dining area as well as stripping all the doors, beams and some of the woodwork. All the windows have been replaced with a really good brand – they aren’t timber but look like timber windows; the house has all been re-wired, re-plumbed, re-plastered and fitted with top brand appliances and bathrooms; the heating system has also been totally renewed with a new boiler, radiators and underfloor heating in the kitchen, utility and cloakroom.” “We bought the property pre-lockdown and had just ripped out the old kitchen when the first lockdown occurred. We found ourselves with no running water, no kitchen, no bathroom and just a portaloo! Then of course it became hard to get hold of materials, so it was quite a trying time!” “The garden is quite private, sunny and sheltered with a stone wall on two sides but was also very neglected and overgrown. We removed an old pond and cleared it so it is now a blank canvas for someone to do whatever they want; we have some architectural drawings that give some ideas of what might be achieved!” Location Leadenham is a very attractive, sought-after, conservation village located along the southern edge of the beautiful and picturesque Lincolnshire Cliff lying on the A607 just north of the A17. It is approximately 11 miles north of the market town of Grantham, 14 miles south of the city of Lincoln and about 9 miles equidistant between Sleaford to the southeast and Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire to the northwest. Commuters are well served by Grantham’s high speed rail network to London King’s Cross (around one hour journey time), and the A1 can be picked up here for the South and at Newark for the North. Despite a plethora of listed buildings in the village, 32 High Street is, perhaps thankfully, not amongst them. The house, like so much of the village, was originally owned by Leadenham Estates; in fact the very attractive settlement with fine stone properties grew up around the stunning Georgian mansion, Leadenham House. The country house was built in 1790 for William Reeve surrounded by 3,000 acres of farmland and is now available as a wedding and events venue. Leadenham’s 13th century church is dedicated to St. Swithun, and the village post office and Leadenham Teahouse won a Rural Oscar with the Countryside Alliance awards a few years ago for the Best Post Office and Village Shop in the East of England. There is also a village hall, a Spar convenience store and a farm shop, a tennis club, a hockey club, as well as being home to Leadenham Polo Club. Slightly further afield, just north of Grantham in Belton, The National Trust’s Belton House has gardens, parkland and an adventure playground whilst Belton Woods 4- star Hotel and Spa has two golf courses. Schools Leadenham C of E Primary School is within walking distance and rated Good by Ofsted whilst the state secondary school, Sir William Robertson Academy is a few minutes up the road towards Welbourn and is also rated Good. Other options are in Sleaford, Grantham and Newark. There are excellent grammar schools in the area with Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School and The King’s School (for boys), both rated Outstanding by Ofsted, 11 miles south in Grantham. Sleaford, 9 miles southeast, has Carre’s Grammar School, Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for Girls), and St. George’s Academy, all rated Good by Ofsted. Very good independent schools, such as the Lincoln Minster Schools (prep and senior), are in Lincoln, with others in Grantham and Newark. Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil fired central heating (some underfloor heating downstairs) Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council Council Tax Band: C Epc Rating: D

3 bd

Lincoln

USD 746,342

In a pretty little village 9 miles southeast of Sleaford, a delightful, well presented, fully modernized cottage dating to the 1600s offers 3 double bedrooms, 2 en suite (one of which is downstairs that has been let out as Airbnb) in the main house and a further en suite bedroom in a recently converted, self-contained barn (with an option to let), the property also providing a chance for multi-generational living. Superb schools are in the area, and road and rail links are excellent with the A52 close by leading to the A15 as well as Grantham where fast trains to London take around an hour, making this a good location for a commuter to lead a rural village lifestyle, or equally, be ideal for working from home. “It is the oldest property in the village with parts dating back to the 1600s. It was originally a farm and would have had a thatched roof. The Crown bought the whole village in 1911 but over time they have sold off bits. We came here about 10 years ago when it was in need of a lot of TLC!” “We love a project so not only did we restore and modernize the cottage but we converted the barn too. We added the conservatory onto the house, reconfigured the layout, replaced all the windows with new Pvc double-glazed ones, fitted all new radiators, and generally refurbished throughout.” “The garden was also totally overgrown – you couldn’t see the house from the road because of leylandii! We landscaped the area creating little garden rooms for different purposes and providing different places to sit in sun and shade whatever time of day. There’s a corrugated building we call ‘The Shack’ which is a great under-cover spot for sitting outside, whilst the pergola is partially shady.” “The downstairs en suite bedroom at one end of the house, has been a successful Airbnb. Otherwise it would be ideal for an elderly member of the family to live alongside - an opportunity to be a multiple generation home. The barn has been primarily used for family and guests; however, we have let it out occasionally as a self-contained property for a limited income, but there is potential for it to become quite lucrative.” “The property was run on oil but we changed it to air source for a more economical way of living and we also, very recently, installed the solar panels on the roof which make a considerable difference to costs with a fair amount of electricity sold back into the grid. The barn is run on air source too and has underfloor heating throughout the ground floor.” “It’s a warm and cosy house with wood-burners in the kitchen and another, brand new one in the lounge along with a new carpet.” “The barn is a beautiful building with original beams and was crying out to be converted into a usable space. The French doors face south so the sun streams in and the en suite bedroom upstairs with its vaulted ceiling is a lovely open space and very peaceful.” “It’s a very friendly place to live; we have nice neighbours and there is a village hall with lots of things going on; there’s a café at the weekend, a film club and a craft club and every summer the village holds a vintage country show to raise money for charity - it’s a very strong community. The impressive church is also active, dating to before the 14th century and has a connection to Nichola de la Haye, wife of Gerald de Camville who was lord of the Manor at Swaton in the early 13th century, as she used to be the guardian of Lincoln Castle in the early 1200s defending it for King John, taking on the role from her husband when he died.” “We have been very happy here and are only moving to be nearer to our children and grandchildren!” Location On the edge of the village, it is a quiet, rural location yet has very easy access to the A52 with Grantham 20 mins (15 miles), the A15 and the A1 to the west, as well as the A17 to the north. Fast direct trains services to London, and elsewhere, run from Grantham taking around an hour to King’s Cross and to Leeds, for instance, making this a feasible place from which to commute. Lincoln is about 28 miles north, around a 40 minute drive. Swaton has an active church of St. Michael’s just up the road, and there is a strong community feel with a busy village hall a venue for many events, classes and clubs. Sleaford is only 9 miles away (about 10 mins) for most of your needs, whilst nearby villages provide local stores and primary schools. Schools There is a wide choice of Ofsted rated Good primary schools in the neighbouring villages all within a few minutes’ drive such as in Helpringham, Billingborough, Osbournby and Browns C of E Primary in Horbling. Excellent secondary education is also extensive in the locality with the sought after grammar schools in Sleaford 9 miles away (15 mins) - Carre’s Grammar School and Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for Girls) - as well as St. George’s Academy, all rated Good whilst there are further grammar schools in Spalding 17 miles (25 mins) -the High for girls rated Outstanding and the Grammar for boys rated Good - and co-educational Bourne Grammar rated Outstanding 14 miles (20 mins). Grantham 15 miles (20 mins) away also has grammar schools, Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School and The King’s School (for boys), both rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; air source central heating (underfloor heating in barn conversion downstairs); 14 solar panels Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council Council Tax Band: D Epc Rating: E

4 bd

Lincoln

USD 740,123

USD 684,147

Bromley House is a wonderful six-bedroom family home, which has been lovingly renovated to reveal a beautiful quality interior, infused with original features, character and charm. Offering 2600 sq. ft, the spacious and versatile accommodation is located over three floors. Externally the property enjoys an enviable position on this sought-after road, with enclosed lawn gardens, sun terrace and generous garage with electric door. Grantham's high-speed rail network to London Kings Cross (approximately 60 minutes) is located a short distance away, as are two excellent and sought after Grammar schools. The accommodation is entered via a beautiful reception hallway, which retains a wealth of original character and charm. There are two elegant reception rooms; both enjoy bay windows with delightful garden views. The kitchen-breakfast room enjoys an excellent range of well-appointed units which are complemented by granite work surfaces. The ground floor further benefits from having a utility room, cloakroom and useful pantry. The first floor accommodation enjoys a superb primary-suite with bay window, private dressing room and bathroom. There are three further bedrooms all of which share the family bathroom and separate toilet. The second floor enjoys two well appointed double bedrooms. Externally the property enjoys an enviable raised position, lawn gardens, paved sun terrace, parking for several vehicles and a spacious garage which benefits from an electric up-and-over door. Epc Rating - E

6 bd

Grantham

USD 1,181,708

5 bd

Gainsborough

USD 404,269

USD 373,109

A charming, listed Georgian house, with a renovated detached barn, proudly stands a head above the rest – its adjoining neighbours - in the centre of the historic village of Donington around 10 miles north of the attractive market town of Spalding in the Lincolnshire Fens. The well-presented, 3 bedroom property has finely proportioned rooms with extremely high ceilings and retains a number of original features. It also benefits from a two storey barn at the end of the rear garden, ready to use as a home office, for example, and a summerhouse becomes an extra reception room outside, even during winter with its log-burning stove.A back gate in the garden wall leads to a large, enclosed, gravelled area with a timber shed, all part of the property where the space will comfortably take between 5 and 6 parked cars. Access from the street is under an arch adjoining the neighbouring art shop and through electrically operated, solid, timber, double gates so the area is very secure.

3 bd

Spalding

USD 435,366

On a quiet fenland road surrounded with farmland sits this extended red brick three bedroomed cottage under a slate roof. The timber cladded porch with latched door is positioned to the centre of the original part of the cottage and a large decking wraps around the house in the rear offering space for al fresco dining. The garden which is to the left of the property is mainly laid to lawn with field views and beyond the garden is space for off road parking for a number of cars.Situated in a semi rural location only 25 minutes from Peterborough and 20 minutes from Spalding, this property offers a quiet and peaceful setting yet easy access to amenities and train stations.

3 bd

Spalding