Property description
This attractive period cottage was built in approximately 1738 and has been tastefully renovated throughout and is currently presented to an extremely high standard. For it's village centre location the property offers further advantages such as a generous sized rear garden and detached double garage. A feature to the property are the Grade II listed outbuildings to the rear of the garden which consist of a former village Blacksmith's workshop and extensive Dovecote. The majority of the work carried out has been done by the currently owners at various stages since 2010 and the property has had a new bathroom, new kitchen, new replacement hardwood double glazed windows, decor and carpets. The property also has internal exposed stone walls and the accommodation comprises Entrance Hall, Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen, Separate Cloakroom, Rear Lobby, Two Double Bedrooms and Family Bathroom. An internal viewing of this property is the only way to fully appreciate the quality and character on offer.
ENTRANCE HALL
Accessed via a solid wood entrance door, stairs to first floor landing.
LOUNGE - 13' 3'' x 12' 4'' (4.04m x 3.76m)
Having period wooden door with Suffolk style thumb latch, hardwood double glazed window to front, exposed oak ceiling beams, exposed stone wall, feature open fireplace with decorative feature stone surround and hearth, radiator, various wall lights, TV point and period door with Suffolk style thumb latch leading through to Kitchen.
DINING ROOM - 14' 2'' x 11' 2'' (4.31m x 3.40m)
Having period wooden door with Suffolk style thumb latch, hardwood double glazed window to front, oak ceiling beams, feature cast iron stove and oven with slate surround inset into oak and stone, exposed stone wall, radiator, walk-in pantry/storage cupboard with shelving, access through into rear lobby via a glazed bi-fold door.
REAR LOBBY - 10' 5'' x 6' 11'' (3.17m x 2.11m)
Having hardwood double glazed french doors leading out to garden, radiator, tiled floor.
DOWNSTAIRS WC
Having period timber door with Suffolk style thumb latch, hardwood double glazed window to side, plumbing for washing machine, low level WC, pedestal washbasin and radiator.
KITCHEN - 16' 4'' x 7' 10'' (4.97m x 2.39m)
This room can be accessed either off the Lounge or rear lobby both providing access via a period timber door with Suffolk style thumb latch. Having a range of base units with granite work surface over, inset Belfast sink, range cooker in stone surround with decorative beam, exposed stone wall, radiator, pine beams, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge, two hardwood double glazed windows to rear.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
With stairs taken from Entrance Hall and providing access to both bedrooms.
BEDROOM ONE - 13' 4'' x 12' 2'' (4.06m x 3.71m)
Having period timber door with Suffolk style thumb latch, hardwood double glazed window to front, ceiling beams, exposed stone wall, pine flooring, various wall light points, radiator, access through to Bathroom.
BEDROOM TWO - 13' 0'' x 11' 2'' (3.96m x 3.40m)
With period timber door with Suffolk style thumb latch, hardwood double glazed window to front, ceiling beams, exposed stone wall, pine flooring, built in wardrobe and radiator.
BATHROOM - 14' 5'' x 7' 8'' (4.39m x 2.34m)
Accessed off Bedroom One via a period timber door with Suffolk style thumb latch and being recently re-fitted comprising of freestanding slipper bath with central taps, pedestal washbasin and low level WC, oak beams and built in cupboard.
OUTSIDE
The property fronts onto the pedestrian pathway and offers double gates to the side providing access for parking and leading to the garden. There is off road parking to the side of the property for approximately two to three vehicles which in turn leads through into the rear garden. The rear garden is a particular feature of the property offering a high degree of privacy. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with decorative plant areas, mature trees and borders and newly laid decking area. There is a pathway leading to the old Blacksmith's Forge and Dovecote and also path leading to the detached double garage which can be found at the rear of the garden.
DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE
Situated at the rear of the property with twin up and over doors. Vehicular access would need to be created to these garages.
BLACKSMITH'S FORGE - 18' 6'' x 17' 9'' (5.63m x 5.41m)
This Grade II listed former Blacksmith's Forge makes an ideal workshop and offers power and light (advice and commission should be sought before any conversion work takes place). Accessed off this Blacksmith's Forge is the Grade II listed Dovecote.
DOVECOTE - 15' 6'' x 15' 4'' (4.72m x 4.67m)
This Grade II listed Dovecote offers a wealth of character and still has many of the pigeon/dove nesting holes.
DIRECTIONS
Proceed out of Sleaford on the A153 and on reaching the Speedway roundabout take the first exit signposted Ruskington. Enter the village on the Sleaford Road and on reaching the mini roundabout proceed straight on onto Church Street. Bear left past the Church onto Manor Street and the property can be found on the lefthand side.
AGENTS NOTE
These are draft sale particulars awaiting vendors approval.
Property Features :
- 18th Century Cottage
- Two Reception Rooms, Two Bedrooms
- Double Garage
- Attractive Rear Gardens
- Modernised Throughout