House For Sale £450,000
A very rare chance to buy a stunning stone cottage, believed to date from the 17th century, steeped in history, tucked away from sight behind wooden gates, with a large country garden, 4 bedrooms and beautifully presented both inside and out. A real gem of a find!
Once the home of Isaac Newton's gardener, and later his waggoner, this cottage has been maintained to a high standard with the welcome addition of a stunning vaulted garden room, the perfect spot to enjoy the fabulous garden. Stone walls, beams, log burner, wooden shutters, this home exudes character and a wealth of such charm you can't help but fall in love at first sight. Practical too, with a new resin driveway with off road parking for 5 cars, gas central heating and 4 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, all set in a private spot in the famous village of Woolsthorpe by Colsterworth.
This property includes:
Additional Information:
Council Tax:
Band D
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Rating:
Band D (55-68)
Service Included:
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. This home is fully double glazed.
Marketed by EweMove Sales & Lettings (Grantham South & Sleaford) - Property Reference 47466
Once the home of Isaac Newton's gardener, and later his waggoner, this cottage has been maintained to a high standard with the welcome addition of a stunning vaulted garden room, the perfect spot to enjoy the fabulous garden. Stone walls, beams, log burner, wooden shutters, this home exudes character and a wealth of such charm you can't help but fall in love at first sight. Practical too, with a new resin driveway with off road parking for 5 cars, gas central heating and 4 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, all set in a private spot in the famous village of Woolsthorpe by Colsterworth.
This property includes:
- 01 - Porch
A bespoke and welcome addition to this charming home, hand-built from local stone and oak with a solid pantile roof and stable oak front door. Coir matting is practical with enough space for a handmade settle for shoe storage under the window. A charming start! - 02 - Dining Hall
4.05m x 3.66m (14.8 sqm) - 13' 3" x 12' (159 sqft)
From the porch enter a unique and quirky dining hall with stone flagged flooring, an abundance of beams, exposed stone walls and a superb inglenook fireplace complete with seating. Bespoke fitted cupboards reveal clever storage for hats and coats, and there is access behind a braced and ledged door to the staircase leading to the 1st floor. Open doorways either side lead to the living room and a further hallway to the bathroom and kitchen diner. - 03 - Living Room
3.67m x 3.57m (13.1 sqm) - 12' x 11' 8" (141 sqft)
From the dining hall, enter a cosy, carpeted living room with more beams, exposed stone walls and a fabulous log burner, accessed from both the living room and the garden room, opened up in 2020. Shutters adorn the window, oozing character and charm. - 04 - Garden Room
4.83m x 3.82m (18.4 sqm) - 15' 10" x 12' 6" (198 sqft)
What a wonderful space! A welcome addition in 2014, with its vaulted ceiling, oak beams, bank of windows letting the light flood in, and the French windows opening onto the patio, this room is tranquil and serene. Whether you're reading, listening to music or just taking in the garden, this room with new grey carpet and calm sage green palette is the perfect space to chill and wind down. - 05 - Kitchen Diner
5.7m x 3.58m (20.4 sqm) - 18' 8" x 11' 8" (219 sqft)
Walk through the dining hall to the other end of the cottage where you are greeted by a light and airy kitchen with ivory cupboards and drawers, solid wood worktops, steel sink, double integral oven and 5 ring gas hob, fridge freezer and space for a dishwasher and washing machine. Limestone tiles protect the floor with tumbled marble mosaic tiles lining the walls. There is space for a family table and chairs against the feature papered wall and access to 2 bedrooms and outside via another stable door. A great place to gather, socialise and cook. - 06 - Family Bathroom
3.02m x 2.29m (6.9 sqm) - 9' 10" x 7' 6" (74 sqft)
Down the hallway from the dining hall, a braced and ledged door reveals a most lovely family bathroom with stone floor, large, fully tiled mains pressure shower with sliding glass doors, pedestal sink and fabulous roll top bath. A room of bustle in the mornings or decadence at the end of the day with a glass of something chilled. - 07 - Master Bedroom with Ensuite
4.78m x 3.79m (18.1 sqm) - 15' 8" x 12' 5" (194 sqft)
A large yet cosy master bedroom, with plenty of space for a king size bed and accompanying furniture. A fitted cupboard is handy with hanging rail, and a feature tall radiator keeps the room warm in the cooler months. A window and a skylight let the sun stream in, with fitted wooden shutters and remote control blind shutting out the ceiling light. New grey carpet, softly decorated, a real sanctuary at the end of a busy day. - 08 - Ensuite
2.94m x 1.18m (3.4 sqm) - 9' 7" x 3' 10" (37 sqft)
A modern 2 piece suite comprising low level WC, porcelain bowl with stone vanity and a fully tiled shower cubicle with glass door. Beautifully presented with stone tiling, and charming modesty window letting in light and ventilation from the front of the cottage. A heated towel rail keeps the towels warm and fluffy. - 09 - Bedroom 2
3.7m x 3.65m (13.5 sqm) - 12' 1" x 11' 11" (145 sqft)
Climb the turnkey stairs from the dining hall to a small landing where there is access to 2 bedrooms. On the right is this double bedroom with stone exposed wall and neutral decor with brand new carpet underfoot, a charming window with wooden shutters, the ideal guest or children's bedroom. - 10 - Bedroom 3
3.7m x 3.47m (12.8 sqm) - 12' 1" x 11' 4" (138 sqft)
Across the landing you will find the 3rd bedroom, also a double, with new carpet and whitewashed walls. Handmade bespoke cupboards, upcycled from the cottage, provide essential storage nestled into the alcove next to the chimney breast with exposed stone on the other side. Utterly delightful. - 11 - Bedroom 4
2.98m x 2.22m (6.6 sqm) - 9' 9" x 7' 3" (71 sqft)
Located next to the master downstairs, this 4th bedroom, newly carpeted, is currently being used as a dressing room with one wall lined with fitted wardrobes. Easily a single room, this would be ideal also as a children's room or a place to work from home. - 12 - Driveway
Open the solid gates, fitted in 2021, and wind down the newly resurfaced driveway in neutral resin to reveal a spacious parking area for multiple cars. No concerns about where your guests will park! Such kerb appeal with the cottage before you, a true chocolate box property if there ever was one! - 13 - Garden
Where to start? This large and private garden is magical with its new sandstone patio and path, and further decked seating area tucked next to the path. Apple trees are in full fruit, with an abundance of shrubs and foliage, lovingly tended by the current owners. Meander down the garden where there is a super, recently erected greenhouse, past the raised vegetable beds and further still to a gated and fenced wild garden, a home for wildlife, birds and bumble bees. A new summerhouse, still in its 1st summer, has double glass doors and a decked veranda, just perfect. Originally the gardener's cottage, the legacy of its beginnings lives on in this amazing space. Please note, all dimensions are approximate / maximums and should not be relied upon for the purposes of floor coverings.
Additional Information:
Band D
Band D (55-68)
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. This home is fully double glazed.
Marketed by EweMove Sales & Lettings (Grantham South & Sleaford) - Property Reference 47466
