Description
A prominent residence exuding elegance and charm from top to bottom, set in just over two acres with the benefit of planning consent to convert the outbuildings on the edge of this hugely popular village within an hour from London.
Description - A pleasant Grade II listed farmhouse set in its own large plot and extensive land in this increasingly popular village with superb transport links in close proximity. The Cedars offers the discerning buyer the opportunity to acquire a handsome home with the opportunity to add further value with further development potential.
The main residence includes two entrance halls front and rear, an open-plan kitchen with both dining and living space, a sitting room with an open fire and access out to the garden, a large study or home office/library, a formal dining room, a walk-in pantry, six double bedrooms complemented by two bathrooms including a jack-and-jill ensuite to two bedrooms.
Outside - The property is accessed through a gated entrance onto a substantial private gravel driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles. There is direct vehicular access to the double garage, as well as access to the outbuildings which benefit from planning consent for conversion (see below). The formal gardens are separated into various dedicated area, providing a plethora of colour and delight with with flower beds and rose gardens, various lawns, grape vines, mature trees and dedicated spaces for outdoor dining and entertaining.
The paddock land to the rear of the property is accessed via the main courtyard and is predominately grassland and enclosed.
Planning - Consent was granted in 2022 (Ref: S22/0225 - SKDC) for the conversion of the outbuildings to establish a self contained three bedroom barn conversion. Plans and supporting paperwork are available from the Agents.
Location - Barrowby is a popular and thriving village with a good C of E Primary School, Co-Op Supermarket, Dougie's bistro/coffee shop and the White Swan public house. Public transport is available within walking distance.
Nearby Grantham (1 mile) is a traditional Lincolnshire market town with excellent travel connections, with London Kings Cross around 1hr journey by high speed train, and access to the A1 trunk road.
The town has its own multiplex cinema and benefits from an arts centre and theatre, along with an excellent leisure centre with facilities for swimming, fitness training and racquet sports. Nearby there is the 17th century Belton House which offers beautiful grounds, as well as the superb Belton Park Golf Club where visitors and members are offered 27 challenging holes. Residents will delight in the charming selection of tea rooms, cafés, restaurants and traditional inn-keeper style pubs, typical of a vibrant market town such as this one. The shopping centre provides an intriguing mix of independent stores and family-run boutiques, alongside several major high street names and a good range of supermarkets.
Schools - Grantham is well-regarded for the quality of its local schools, which regularly achieve some of the best academic results in the area. Both community and independent schools are available for children of all ages, and the town's two grammar schools, Kesteven and Grantham Girls School and The King's Grammar School, are in particularly high demand. Grantham Prep International School is in close proximity, as well as the local primary school located within easy walking distance.
Services - Central heating throughout with mains gas, water, drainage and electricity all connected.
Energy Performance - EPC Rating: Exempt
Council Tax - Band: G
Method Of Sale - The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty.
Tenure - Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Viewing - By prior arrangement with the Sole Agents (01476 851400).
Additional Information - For further information, please contact Mount & Minster, Grantham:
T: 01476 851400
@: info@mountandminster.co.uk
Buyer Identity Checks - Please note that prior to communicating any offer, Mount & Minster are required to verify the identity of the buyer to comply with the requirements of the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017.
