Lincoln, Lincolnshire

MANOR FARM HOUSE

SELLER INSIGHT

Originally the farmhouse to the neighbouring farm, the stone building was completely derelict when we bought it. We have retained and restored any original features and created the large kitchen dining living room and the utility areas by extending at the back using predominantly stone. It’s been a huge project done with no expense spared throughout, employing master craftsmen for the all the internal woodwork, and installing top notch fixtures and fittings everywhere.”

“We have restored the property in a very sympathetic manner even though, thankfully, it isn’t a listed building, now a pleasing mix of fine quality old and new. All the windows are brand new, beautifully made in timber, all sash and double-glazed. All the guttering is new cast iron with rise-and-fall brackets, the whole house has been re-pointed, and the paths round the garden are York stone.

“The oak staircase was crafted by a local firm, Allenby’s of Anwick, and we had the stair carpet made with a contrasting border. All the internal doors are oak and the oak skirting and architrave were made to the same profile as the original in the sitting room. The Victorian tiles in the hall we discovered under carpet and had them professionally restored.”

“We commissioned the Stamford stone sitting room fireplace to our own design and fitted a Clearview stove, and the dining room fireplace is all set up with a lined chimney, to take a wood-burner.”

“The fitted kitchen incorporates top brand appliances such as Neff ovens and warming drawer – which I absolutely love – with slide-and-hide doors, an induction hob, a full-size fridge, dishwasher, and a full-size freezer and wine cooler in the utility room. The utility sink is a reclaimed one from one of the old farm outbuildings and the bull-nosed bricks on the internal archway are also reclaimed.”

“The house is filled with light and you can sit in the kitchen witnessing dramatic changes in weather, maybe a storm coming in with different shards of light streaming through the dark clouds. It is an amazing space with distant views out over the cliff through the big west window.”

“We alter the layout here swapping round the sofas and the table depending on the time of year. It’s a very sociable house as there are double doors into the dining room from the kitchen and you can open the fold-back doors onto the patio in summer extending the entertaining area. The study has French doors onto the patio too so there is a seamless flow between spaces.”

“The south facing, rear garden is very private and sheltered on the patio. We had it professionally landscaped so there are different zones for eating, relaxing and for children playing. You can follow the sun all year round, and there are lots of places to sit whether in sun or shade.”

“The location is fantastic. Everything is within a few minutes’ walk: the school, the shops, the local park and the playing fields, and it’s just two minutes to the main road for buses to Lincoln and Grantham, where you can catch a train, so you don’t really need to get in a car!”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

KEY FEATURES

An immaculately presented, extended and exquisitely fitted and refurbished, former farmhouse stands in the heart of a highly sought after Lincolnshire Cliff village with superb landscape views. The light and airy home is set over three floors and provides 5 double bedrooms, 3 reception rooms and a stunning open plan kitchen with a wonderful connection to the sunny garden.

The well served, attractive village offers everything you may need within walking distance including a very good primary school, not to mention the beautiful countryside walks with outstanding views across the valley. Nearby towns offer fast train services to London and the rest of the country, and the historic city of Lincoln is just 10 miles north.

• Former C19th stone farmhouse, extended and superbly refurbished

• Prime position with far reaching views, in the heart of the village

• 5 double bedrooms with an abundance of built-in storage

• Fully fitted family bathroom including splendid roll-top bath

• Second floor room ready to be fitted as a bathroom or used for storage

• Fully restored, original Victorian tessellated tiles in hall

• Bi-folding doors onto patio from living/dining end of kitchen

• Study with handcrafted oak panelling and bookshelves

• Living room with bespoke limestone fireplace and Clearview stove

• Handcrafted fitted kitchen with top brand integrated appliances

• Rear lobby with reclaimed bull-nosed brick arch, leading to boot room

• Well appointed utility room including built-in wine cooler

• Spacious downstairs WC

• Professionally landscaped, private, south facing rear garden

• Lawned front garden and gravel drive with space for 4 cars

• Planning permission granted for barn-style carport

Services: Mains electricity, gas and drainage; mains gas central heating (partial underfloor heating downstairs)

Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council

Council Tax Band: E

Tenure: Freehold

INFORMATION

Location

The property stands opposite the church in the attractive village of Navenby which lies on the A607 about 10 miles (15 mins) south of Lincoln and is one of the larger ‘cliff’ villages standing on the limestone escarpment that runs north to south in the centre of Lincolnshire. Although in the heart of the village, the property is also on the ‘cliff’ edge with the valley stretching out for miles affording spectacular views to the west. Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire is about 15 miles (20 mins) southwest, and Sleaford about 10 miles (15 mins) southeast. Fast trains from Newark to central London take around 75 minutes making it perfectly feasible for a day trip into the capital. Grantham is less than a half hour drive south where there is also a train station, fast trains to Kings Cross taking around an hour.

A few years ago, Navenby was voted one of the top rural locations in Britain in which to live. A charming village with a lovely mix of traditional stone period properties, many listed buildings, it is a thriving community. The property is situated in the very heart of the village so everything is within an easy walk. There are several family-run shops and businesses such as Welbourne’s Bakery which is one of the longest standing artisanal bakeries in the county, and Welbourne’s Tea Room. The main supermarket is the Co-op and there is a medical centre, two pubs, The Lion & Royal and The King’s Head, as well as the popular Macy’s Brasserie. A new community centre, The Venue, is a hub of activity for many clubs, classes and events.

Navenby straddles the old Roman Road, Ermine Street, as well as the Viking Way providing wonderful country walks with views across the Trent Valley, and much local history. Mrs. Smith’s Cottage is a popular museum in the village illustrating a century of rural Lincolnshire life.

Schools

Navenby C of E Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted and is within walking distance of the property. There is a wide choice of secondary education in the area with a popular state school, William Robertson Academy 3.5 miles (about 5 mins) down the road in Welbourn, a co-educational school rated Good. Sleaford, about 10 miles to the southeast, has St. George’s Academy, Carre’s Grammar School, and Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for Girls), all rated Good. Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School and The King’s School (for boys), both rated Outstanding by Ofsted, are about 15 miles south in Grantham. Newark, 15 miles southwest, has Newark Academy and Magnus Academy, both rated Good. In Lincoln, 11 miles north, The Priory Academy, Sir Robert Pattinson Academy and North Kesteven Academy, amongst others, are also all rated Good. In the independent sector, the co-educational Lincoln Minster Schools in the centre of the city are extremely highly regarded.

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 04.04.2023

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