House For Sale £200,000
An interesting opportunity to acquire the detached former Post Office and Stores with accommodation, positioned in the centre of this popular Lincolnshire Wolds village and for sale with full planning permission for change of use, conversion of, extensions and alterations to the former post office to provide a residential dwelling with double garage. Nb. Part of the former garden is also for sale through the selling agent with planning permission for the erection of a detached cottage-style dwelling adjacent. No chain
Directions From St. James' church in Louth travel South along Upgate, carry straight on at the traffic lights and proceed to the roundabout on the town outskirts. Take the second exit and after a short distance turn right. Follow the lane through the village of Tathwell to the eventual T junction on a long bend and bear left along the A153 road.
Follow the road, go down Cawkwell Hill and on arriving in Scamblesby, ignore the first left turn but then take the second left turn. Just after the primary school turn right along South Street and continue until The Old Post Office and Stores are found on the right side.
Location Most of the Lincolnshire Wolds was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb) in 1973 following considerable local campaigning. This designation means the landscape is some of Britain's finest countryside. It is a living, working landscape, with woodland, grassland and abandoned chalk pits providing important habitats for rare flowers and wildlife.
The Lincolnshire Wolds lie in the north-eastern quarter of the county of Lincolnshire, mid-way between Lincoln and the coast, surrounded by the relatively flat fens, coastal marsh and the Lincoln Clay Vale. The Wolds is the highest land in eastern England between Kent and Yorkshire – there are fine views to the Pennines in the west, and the coast to the east. The aonb comprises an area of 558 km² (216 miles²), while the wider Lincolnshire Wolds Character/Natural Area incorporates the two neighbouring areas of the 'Spilsby Crescent' to the south and the remaining chalk uplands to the north.
Scamblesby is positioned in the heart of the Wolds, approximately equidistant at 8 miles from the market towns of Louth and Horncastle, whilst Market Rasen is around 18 miles. Lincoln is about 25 miles away. The village has a primary school of excellent repute and a village pub which has been refurbished in recent times incorporating a small local shop. The market towns above provide a diverse range of shopping, leisure and sporting facilities and a choice of school including highly regarded grammar schools and academies.
National Hunt Racing takes place at Market Rasen and the area is generally popular with equestrians, tourists, motor sports and vintage car fanatics drawn to nearby Cadwell Park. The coast is around 18 miles from the village at its nearest point.
The Property This individual, detached Period property is thought to date back to the Victorian era and has rendered principal walls beneath a pitched timber roof structure which is now covered in concrete interlocking tiles. The windows are a combination of timber-framed, single-glazed units and some uPVC double-glazed replacement units. Heating is by an oil-fired central heating system and the property is positioned centrally within the village.
The property is positioned close to South Street – a small lane at the front, with a garden of surprising size to the rear.
The property requires a scheme of renovation, extension and alteration together with demolition of the existing outbuildings and construction of new garaging, for which there is full planning permission as detailed below.
Planning Planning permission was granted following application number N/149/01672/20 by the East Lindsey District Council Planning Department on the 3rd of December, 2020 for change of use, conversion of, extensions and alterations to the former post office to provide a residential dwelling and the erection of a dwelling, each with detached garage. The planning permission is subject to a number of conditions which can be summarised as follows:
There is a timescale within which the development must take place and the development must be completed in accordance with the approved plans.
Approval will be required of the proposed external materials and scheme for surface water disposal, together with foul water strategy.
Prior to first occupation of the dwelling, approval of boundary details will be required, together with planting of hedges or provision of fencing etc.within a specified a timescale.
The dwelling will be constructed to building regulation part G (2)(b) standards limiting water consumption to 110 litres per person per day.
We recommend that the planning decision notice be considered in full, together with all the associated documentation which can be found by visiting the East Lindsey District Council website and searching in the planning portal for the application number above. Alternatively, we will be happy to email pdf copies of the relevant documents on request.
Accommodation (Approximate room dimensions are shown on the floor plans which are indicative of the existing room layout and not to specific scale. An extract from the architect's drawings has also been included on the page following the existing floor plan layout to indicate the proposed alterations)
Ground Floor
Main Front Entrance With part-glazed, multi-pane double doors opening into the:
Former Post Office and Shop Reminiscent of times gone by, the shop retains the original painted display shelves extending around three walls and the two projecting front bay windows within which goods and services were displayed. This area has a high ceiling with two strip lights and to one corner are the electricity consumer units. In the rear corner, steps lead up to a doorway into the:
Open Plan Hallway, Dining Area and Sitting Area
A spacious semi-open plan area with a part-dividing, low reconstituted stone-built wall and a recess within which the Grant oil-fired central heating boiler is located. Two radiators, connecting door to the breakfast kitchen, three windows to the rear elevations and one side window. Beams to the inner ceiling, strip light, pendant light and two wall light points. Ledged door with steps up leading through to the staircase with handrail on each side to the first floor.
Lounge A spacious reception room with a marble pillared fire surround to a fireplace with a ceramic-tiled hearth and open grate. Panelled wall, front multi-pane sash window and a further window which was possibly a door in former times. Two radiators and two ceiling light points. Part-glazed door from the rear open plan living area.
Breakfast Kitchen A good size with a range of units in white comprising base cupboards and drawers with work surfaces, one and a half bowl sink unit with ceramic-tiled wall above, space with plumbing for washing machine and space with electric cooker point for a cooker. Breakfast bar, rear and side uPVC double-glazed windows and rear uPVC stable-type, part-glazed door to outside. Good size understairs recess, pendant and strip lights and panelled walls.
First Floor
Landing Separating from the staircase to each side of the house with doors off to the bedrooms and bathroom.
Bedroom 1 (front) A spacious double bedroom with two double wardrobes and high-level, wall-mounted cupboards. Multi-pane front sash window and radiator.
Bedroom 2 (front – centre) A further double bedroom with two double wardrobes and high-level cupboards over a double bed recess. Radiator and window to the front elevation.
Bedroom 3 (front) Another double bedroom of generous proportions with a single and double wardrobe, together with high-level cupboards over a double bed recess. Pedestal wash hand basin to one corner and multi-pane window to the front elevation. Radiator.
Nb. All three of the front bedrooms enjoy views across the bungalows on the opposite side of the lane towards the hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds beyond.
Bedroom 4 (rear) An L-shaped double bedroom with a uPVC double-glazed window to the side and rear elevations. Radiator and strip light.
Bedroom 5 (rear) A single bedroom with uPVC double-glazed rear window overlooking the main garden. Radiator.
Bathroom White suite of panelled bath with grip, low-level WC on plinth and pedestal wash hand basin. Built-in linen/airing cupboard with shelving and foam-lagged hot water cylinder fitted with immersion heater. Radiator and rear uPVC double-glazed window.
Outside To the front of the building there is raised paving with steps to the former shop entrance and to the side is a grass bank with ornamental bushes.
The main garden is positioned at the rear and laid to lawn with ornamental and fruit trees, together with corrugated and solid-built outbuildings which will be demolished in order to carry out the development for which planning permission has been obtained.
Access to the garage will be via a right of way across the adjoining driveway with a courtyard area for parking and seating purposes adjacent to the proposed new two-storey rear extension and detached double garage.
Viewing Strictly by prior appointment through the selling agent.
General Information The particulars of this property are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers. No responsibility is to be assumed for individual items. No appliances have been tested. Fixtures, fittings, carpets and curtains are excluded unless otherwise stated. Plans/Maps/Elevations are not to specific scale, are based on information supplied and the architects drawings - all subject to verification by a solicitor at sale stage. We are advised that the property is connected to mains electricity and water whilst drainage is to a private system – please note the requirements in respect of foul and surface water drainage within the planning decision notice. Nb. No searches have been carried out to confirm the provision of services at the present time. The property is in Council Tax band D.
Directions From St. James' church in Louth travel South along Upgate, carry straight on at the traffic lights and proceed to the roundabout on the town outskirts. Take the second exit and after a short distance turn right. Follow the lane through the village of Tathwell to the eventual T junction on a long bend and bear left along the A153 road.
Follow the road, go down Cawkwell Hill and on arriving in Scamblesby, ignore the first left turn but then take the second left turn. Just after the primary school turn right along South Street and continue until The Old Post Office and Stores are found on the right side.
Location Most of the Lincolnshire Wolds was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb) in 1973 following considerable local campaigning. This designation means the landscape is some of Britain's finest countryside. It is a living, working landscape, with woodland, grassland and abandoned chalk pits providing important habitats for rare flowers and wildlife.
The Lincolnshire Wolds lie in the north-eastern quarter of the county of Lincolnshire, mid-way between Lincoln and the coast, surrounded by the relatively flat fens, coastal marsh and the Lincoln Clay Vale. The Wolds is the highest land in eastern England between Kent and Yorkshire – there are fine views to the Pennines in the west, and the coast to the east. The aonb comprises an area of 558 km² (216 miles²), while the wider Lincolnshire Wolds Character/Natural Area incorporates the two neighbouring areas of the 'Spilsby Crescent' to the south and the remaining chalk uplands to the north.
Scamblesby is positioned in the heart of the Wolds, approximately equidistant at 8 miles from the market towns of Louth and Horncastle, whilst Market Rasen is around 18 miles. Lincoln is about 25 miles away. The village has a primary school of excellent repute and a village pub which has been refurbished in recent times incorporating a small local shop. The market towns above provide a diverse range of shopping, leisure and sporting facilities and a choice of school including highly regarded grammar schools and academies.
National Hunt Racing takes place at Market Rasen and the area is generally popular with equestrians, tourists, motor sports and vintage car fanatics drawn to nearby Cadwell Park. The coast is around 18 miles from the village at its nearest point.
The Property This individual, detached Period property is thought to date back to the Victorian era and has rendered principal walls beneath a pitched timber roof structure which is now covered in concrete interlocking tiles. The windows are a combination of timber-framed, single-glazed units and some uPVC double-glazed replacement units. Heating is by an oil-fired central heating system and the property is positioned centrally within the village.
The property is positioned close to South Street – a small lane at the front, with a garden of surprising size to the rear.
The property requires a scheme of renovation, extension and alteration together with demolition of the existing outbuildings and construction of new garaging, for which there is full planning permission as detailed below.
Planning Planning permission was granted following application number N/149/01672/20 by the East Lindsey District Council Planning Department on the 3rd of December, 2020 for change of use, conversion of, extensions and alterations to the former post office to provide a residential dwelling and the erection of a dwelling, each with detached garage. The planning permission is subject to a number of conditions which can be summarised as follows:
There is a timescale within which the development must take place and the development must be completed in accordance with the approved plans.
Approval will be required of the proposed external materials and scheme for surface water disposal, together with foul water strategy.
Prior to first occupation of the dwelling, approval of boundary details will be required, together with planting of hedges or provision of fencing etc.within a specified a timescale.
The dwelling will be constructed to building regulation part G (2)(b) standards limiting water consumption to 110 litres per person per day.
We recommend that the planning decision notice be considered in full, together with all the associated documentation which can be found by visiting the East Lindsey District Council website and searching in the planning portal for the application number above. Alternatively, we will be happy to email pdf copies of the relevant documents on request.
Accommodation (Approximate room dimensions are shown on the floor plans which are indicative of the existing room layout and not to specific scale. An extract from the architect's drawings has also been included on the page following the existing floor plan layout to indicate the proposed alterations)
Ground Floor
Main Front Entrance With part-glazed, multi-pane double doors opening into the:
Former Post Office and Shop Reminiscent of times gone by, the shop retains the original painted display shelves extending around three walls and the two projecting front bay windows within which goods and services were displayed. This area has a high ceiling with two strip lights and to one corner are the electricity consumer units. In the rear corner, steps lead up to a doorway into the:
Open Plan Hallway, Dining Area and Sitting Area
A spacious semi-open plan area with a part-dividing, low reconstituted stone-built wall and a recess within which the Grant oil-fired central heating boiler is located. Two radiators, connecting door to the breakfast kitchen, three windows to the rear elevations and one side window. Beams to the inner ceiling, strip light, pendant light and two wall light points. Ledged door with steps up leading through to the staircase with handrail on each side to the first floor.
Lounge A spacious reception room with a marble pillared fire surround to a fireplace with a ceramic-tiled hearth and open grate. Panelled wall, front multi-pane sash window and a further window which was possibly a door in former times. Two radiators and two ceiling light points. Part-glazed door from the rear open plan living area.
Breakfast Kitchen A good size with a range of units in white comprising base cupboards and drawers with work surfaces, one and a half bowl sink unit with ceramic-tiled wall above, space with plumbing for washing machine and space with electric cooker point for a cooker. Breakfast bar, rear and side uPVC double-glazed windows and rear uPVC stable-type, part-glazed door to outside. Good size understairs recess, pendant and strip lights and panelled walls.
First Floor
Landing Separating from the staircase to each side of the house with doors off to the bedrooms and bathroom.
Bedroom 1 (front) A spacious double bedroom with two double wardrobes and high-level, wall-mounted cupboards. Multi-pane front sash window and radiator.
Bedroom 2 (front – centre) A further double bedroom with two double wardrobes and high-level cupboards over a double bed recess. Radiator and window to the front elevation.
Bedroom 3 (front) Another double bedroom of generous proportions with a single and double wardrobe, together with high-level cupboards over a double bed recess. Pedestal wash hand basin to one corner and multi-pane window to the front elevation. Radiator.
Nb. All three of the front bedrooms enjoy views across the bungalows on the opposite side of the lane towards the hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds beyond.
Bedroom 4 (rear) An L-shaped double bedroom with a uPVC double-glazed window to the side and rear elevations. Radiator and strip light.
Bedroom 5 (rear) A single bedroom with uPVC double-glazed rear window overlooking the main garden. Radiator.
Bathroom White suite of panelled bath with grip, low-level WC on plinth and pedestal wash hand basin. Built-in linen/airing cupboard with shelving and foam-lagged hot water cylinder fitted with immersion heater. Radiator and rear uPVC double-glazed window.
Outside To the front of the building there is raised paving with steps to the former shop entrance and to the side is a grass bank with ornamental bushes.
The main garden is positioned at the rear and laid to lawn with ornamental and fruit trees, together with corrugated and solid-built outbuildings which will be demolished in order to carry out the development for which planning permission has been obtained.
Access to the garage will be via a right of way across the adjoining driveway with a courtyard area for parking and seating purposes adjacent to the proposed new two-storey rear extension and detached double garage.
Viewing Strictly by prior appointment through the selling agent.
General Information The particulars of this property are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers. No responsibility is to be assumed for individual items. No appliances have been tested. Fixtures, fittings, carpets and curtains are excluded unless otherwise stated. Plans/Maps/Elevations are not to specific scale, are based on information supplied and the architects drawings - all subject to verification by a solicitor at sale stage. We are advised that the property is connected to mains electricity and water whilst drainage is to a private system – please note the requirements in respect of foul and surface water drainage within the planning decision notice. Nb. No searches have been carried out to confirm the provision of services at the present time. The property is in Council Tax band D.
