Spring Lane, Colsterworth

A distinguished property dating from the early 18th century, occupying a secluded position beside the historic village church and held by just three owners throughout its history.

Description - A charming Grade II listed cottage, formerly the schoolmaster's house, dating from the early 18th century and enjoying a tranquil position next to the village's historic church where Sir Isaac Newton was baptised and a sundial, attributed to have been carved by a young Newton, can be found on the inner church wall.

Entered via an elegant enclosed porch with parapet, semi-circular arched doorway and half-glazed door, the property opens into a characterful stone-walled hallway. The principal accommodation includes a charming lounge with vintage French log burner, formal dining room and versatile study offering an additional bedroom, together with a beautifully appointed Shaker-style kitchen and walk-in pantry. A separate laundry and shower room completes the ground floor.

Upstairs are three well proportioned double bedrooms accompanied by a luxurious and thoughtfully appointed family bathroom, enjoying delightful views across the neighbouring churchyard.

Outside - A generous south-facing walled garden extends to the front of the property, beautifully landscaped to create a private and tranquil setting, with an elegant terrace and ornamental fish pond providing an idyllic space for outdoor entertaining. A covered garden pavilion and potting shed add to the garden's appeal, while a private driveway provides off-road parking.

To the rear, a secluded herb garden and useful outbuilding enjoy views towards the neighbouring historic church, with gated access to the churchyard.

Location - The village of Colsterworth, just off the A1, has a good range of amenities including public house, doctors surgery and a two village shops including an impressive Co-Op supermarket. The village is situated some 9 miles south of Grantham where there is an excellent train service to London Kings Cross with a journey time of approximately 1 hour.

Grantham 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, 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. 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. A designer shopping village is under construction just outside of the town.

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.

Services - The property is centrally heated throughout with mains water, gas, drainage and electricity all connected.

Energy Performance - Exempt

Council Tax - Band: D

Method Of Sale - The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty.

Tenure - Freehold with vacant possession on completion.

Viewing - Strictly by prior arrangement with the Agents (01476 851400).

Additional Information - For further details, please contact Mount & Minster
T: 01476 851400
@: info@mountandminster.co.uk

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