Set in the heart of the glorious and unspoilt Lincolnshire countryside, this splendid EQUESTRIAN holding offers spacious living with ample gardens and grazing extending to 1.45 acres with stunning views and extensive outbuildings.

DESCRIPTION

An attractive and versatile equestrian holding within the stunning open countryside, enjoying beautiful gardens and paddock extending to approximately 1.45 acres with a generous selection of outbuildings. Accommodation briefly includes a lounge, kitchen, utility, dining room, four bedrooms and two bathrooms, including one ensuite. Outside, there are a range of outbuildings, as well as a double garage and two stables.

LOCATION

Lenton is a pretty and quiet hamlet approximately 9 miles south east of Grantham and 9 miles north west of Bourne. Local village shops are located nearby in both Folkingham and Corby Glen.

Grantham 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 already benefits from an arts centre and theatre, along with an excellent leisure centre with facilities for swimming, fitness training and racquet sports. Nearby, the 17th Century Belton House offers beautiful grounds, as well as being home to the superb Belton Park Golf Club where visitors and members are offered 27 challenging holes. Neighbouring Belton Woods also has three golf courses on offer, as well as leisure facilities and spa. Local residents will delight in the charming selection of tea rooms, caf?s, 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. A designer shopping village is currently being constructed.

Bourne is a small and attractive town famed for its sought after rural location. There are numerous waterways, quiet parks and the ancient 400 acre Bourne Woods, which now include a sculpture trail and cycle paths. Bourne s origins began from a single Roman road which the town was built around. The area is also known for its fantastic water quality that comes from local natural springs. The town s name is inspired by its water quality too; The name Bourne is a common name for a settlement and derives from the Anglo-Saxon meaning water or stream .

Grimsthorpe Castle is located a short distance away and is known for its wonderful and varied walks and cycle trails. Visitors can take a pleasant stroll through the Woodland Walk, meander through the gorgeous gardens, or bring their bike and cycle to the lake and beyond. There is an adventure playground for younger patrons as well as the Castle itself which is steeped in history.

SCHOOLS

There is an excellent choice of local schools nearby including Ingoldsby Academy (rated Good by Ofsted), Ropsley Church of England Primary School (again rated Good) and well respected private schools including Dudley House (rated Good). Grantham also accommodates The King's School (rated as Outstanding) and Kesteven & Grantham Girls School (again rated Outstanding). Witham Hall is 20 minutes drive south of the holding.

OUTSIDE

The property is approached onto a private driveway with parking for multiple vehicles. There is direct vehicular access to the double garage, with a pedestrian access to the rear. The paddock is located to left on the approach with two stables conveniently located near to the house.

The rear of the property enjoys a chicken run and a dedicated dog run as well, with the more formal gardens located to the front of the dwelling which are predominantly laid to lawn with trees, shrubs and flower beds.

SERVICES

The property enjoys mains water and electricity. The property is centrally heated (oil) and benefits from a private drainage system.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE

Rating: TBC

COUNCIL TAX

Band: E

METHOD OF SALE

The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty.

TENURE

Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

VIEWING

Strictly by prior appointment with the Agents.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For further details please contact Mount & Minster:T: 01476 515329e: [email protected]