Grantham, Lincolnshire

WILLOW HOUSE

SELLER INSIGHT

There were so many things that attracted us to the property when we came here a few years ago, but firstly, the location. The house is positioned on a quiet country lane so it is very peaceful and although we have neighbours, it is extremely private and secluded with wonderful views across the Lincolnshire countryside. It’s the perfect balance of being part of a small community, having excellent local schools with school buses running through the village, enjoying an outdoor/country lifestyle, yet being close to good road and rail links for travelling/ commuting further afield.”

“The house itself is extremely attractive and solidly built with such large, light and airy rooms we knew it would be ideal for our family. The big, living kitchen is the perfect area to be together as a family with the children often doing their homework at one end whilst we are cooking dinner at the other.”

“The back of the house faces south and the two sets of bi-folding doors onto the terrace fold right back and really bring the outdoors in, fantastic in the summer, especially if entertaining. The loggia at one end of the terrace really extends the time you can sit outdoors to include spring and autumn; an integrated blind can be used to protect from winds or the roof can be retracted if you want full sun. There’s built-in lighting and heating if it’s chilly. The evening rays of the setting sun fall on this area which makes it particularly special at that time of day.”

“It’s a warm house with zoned underfloor heating downstairs so you have total control; each area can be timed and set at different temperatures. For the size of the house, it is really quite economical to run.”

“The rooms are not only large but provide versatility. The dressing room to the main bedroom could be used as another bedroom; the previous owners used it as a study as well as having a television in there. The study/dining room downstairs could even be used as an additional ground floor bedroom to accommodate an elderly family member.”

“We have loved the ability to walk through pretty countryside from the doorstep without the need to get into a car. There are public footpaths in every direction, for instance, Gelston one way and Caythorpe another.”

“It has been great being so close to major roads such as the A1, but far enough away not to realise it. The location is fairly central geographically, which is useful if you need to travel in any direction across the country. Grantham train station has highspeed trains to London making a total journey time from our door into central London around an hour and a half, similarly to Leeds.”*

* 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

A very attractive, substantial, family home built in stone in 2011, stands in a peaceful, elevated position with views of the Lincolnshire countryside, on the edge of the sought after village of Hough-on-the-Hill. With a superb connection to the secluded, south facing rear garden, the property is presented in excellent order providing an extraordinary amount of space upstairs and down. Currently offering 4 double bedrooms, with space to accommodate another, there is potential to expand into the huge loft space (subject to planning).

Excellent schools and transport links are a significant draw to this village with Grantham and its fast rail services to both London and Leeds only 7 miles away, along with the A1 and the A17 which are even nearer, suggesting a delightful country lifestyle for a commuter.

• Handsome, traditional style, modern, quality stone-built home

• Extremely generous, light filled rooms with large sash windows

• Glorious far reaching views from the front

• 4 double bedrooms, 2 with en suites, potential for 5th bedroom downstairs

• Principal en suite bedroom with spacious dressing room

• 27 ft. living room with bi-folding doors onto terrace

• Stone fireplace with working open fire

• Kitchen dining room just under 30 ft long, bi-folding doors to terrace

• Spacious entrance hall; downstairs WC

• Study/formal dining room/ground floor (5th) bedroom

• Underfloor heating throughout ground floor

• Bespoke, classic fitted kitchen with marble worktops

• Range style cooker with integrated eye-level microwave oven

• Integrated full height fridge, under counter freezer and dishwasher

• Well appointed utility room connecting to garage

• 3 fully tiled, contemporary bathrooms, 2 with showers and baths

• Very large loft space with potential for conversion (subject to planning)

• Integral garage with automatic door

• Secluded, landscaped, south facing garden with lawns and mature trees

• Extensive terrace with loggia and summerhouse

• Sizeable resin driveway that can accommodate several cars

• No chain associated with the sale of the property

Services: Mains electricity, gas and drainage; oil-fired central heating (underfloor heating throughout ground floor)

Local Authority: South Kesteven District Council Council Tax Band: G

Tenure: Freehold

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INFORMATION

Location

Hough-on-the-Hill is a delightfully small and peaceful village in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside and home to the c.11th century church of All Saints and the award-winning, 17th century restaurant/ inn, The Brownlow Arms. The nearby village of Caythorpe, 2 miles away, hosts a range of amenities including a village store with post office, a hairdressers’, two country pubs/restaurants and a village hall with playing/sports fields, whilst a more comprehensive range of shopping, dining, and cultural amenities can be found in the market towns of Grantham 7 miles away and Newark 9 miles away.

For the commuter, the A1 is 5 miles south, the A17 lies 5 miles to the north and Grantham train station is located on the East Coast main line which offers a high-speed service north and south, with both Leeds and London King’s Cross around an hour away.

Hough-on-the-Hill is surrounded by wonderful countryside and a variety of tourist attractions including the National Trust’s Belton House Estate with its acres of park and adventure playground, Belton Woods Hotel & Spa with golf clubs, Easton Walled Gardens, Grantham Museum, and the National Trust’s Woolsthorpe Manor.

Schools

There is a superb choice of schooling within easy reach including Caythorpe Primary School (Ofsted rated Outstanding), excellent grammar schools - The King’s School (for boys) and Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School also rated Outstanding by Ofsted - in Grantham (7 miles away). Other popular secondary schools are Greenfields Academy and Walton Academy both rated Good by Ofsted. Sleaford (11 miles) has some sought after grammar schools too: Carre’s Grammar School, and Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for Girls), as well as St. George’s Academy, all rated Good by Ofsted. A range of excellent independent schools are in Lincoln (18 miles), Stamford and Oakham (both about 30 miles).

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 29.03.2023

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