House For Sale £399,000
A superbly presented period former railway cottage retaining many original features and extended by the current vendors to provide a superb spacious family home. Situated within this popular village close to Louth Market town the property enjoys a large plot with open countryside views to the rear with beautifully kept grounds benefitting a double garage and ample driveway parking.
Internally the well planned accommodation features three reception rooms with feature fireplaces, generous farmhouse style kitchen diner with built in appliances, utility and WC, while upstairs 3 double bedrooms one with ensuite and family bathroom. Viewing highly recommended to appreciate the full potential the property affords.
Directions From Louth take the B1200 road (the Legbourne Road) away from the outskirts and proceed past the garden centre to the roundabout beyond. Take the second exit here along the A157 and follow the road to Legbourne village. Upon first entering the village Station Cottage will be seen on the right side just before the former station house.
The Property An original railway cottage dating back to 1849 believed to have been occupied originally by the signalman for the adjacent Legbourne railway station when in service, retaining all of its original features including doors, fireplaces, floorings, timber beam ceilings. The property was later renovated and extended by the current owner in 2003 providing superb family accommodation to the rear which makes the most of the rural outlook beyond. Externally, the property has some superb architectural features, including arched windows to the upper floor and having twin double chimney stacks. The property benefits from fully uPVC double-glazed doors and windows, together with oil-fired central heating by modern system. A further later addition provided the smart double garage with twin up and over doors providing further useful space being larger than average.
Accommodation (Approximate room dimensions are shown on the floor plans which are indicative of the room layout and not to specific scale)
Entrance Dining Room Accessed via a uPVC door having large, covered porch externally with brick dwarf walls, timber frame and tiled covering providing shelter with external lighting. Leading into the spacious dining entrance with ample space to side for dining table, original cast iron fireplace to side with slate hearth and oak mantlepiece. Twin windows to the front and original cast iron radiator, further window to the side aspect over driveway. Timber beams to ceiling having a mixture of hardwood flooring and carpets to stairs leading to first floor landing. Decorated in an attractive pastel green colour.
Snug A further cosy reception room at the front of the property being part of the original cottage, having a superb original York range with open fire having side oven and baking oven above, cardinal tiled hearth with oak mantel piece, windows to two aspects, timber beams to ceiling, cast iron radiator and having grey carpeted flooring.
Kitchen Diner Having a good range of base and wall units with solid oak doors with soft-close hinges. Roll top laminated work surfaces with an inset single bowl white ceramic sink, further Welsh dresser unit to side, attractive tiling to splashbacks. Range of built-in appliances including a full size Neff dishwasher and Neff high-level larder fridge. To the side is a smart alcove with oak surround and cupboards to either side with inset tiling, housing a large Rangemaster lpg and electric oven with five ring gas hob above, finished in cream and extractor to the alcove. Window to side and also having patio doors leading into enclosed rear courtyard. Attractive tiling to floor, ample space to centre for dining table.
Lounge A superb addition to the property having large windows to all three aspects with double patio doors into garden, having excellent open farmland views to two sides with garden to the remainder. Ceiling fan and integrated lighting unit to centre. Featuring a free-standing coal-effect Franco Belge cast iron lpg stove with stone hearth and back piece, coving to ceiling and carpeted floorings.
Rear Hallway With part-glazed uPVC door into garden, further window and having tiled flooring.
Cloaks/WC Having low-level WC, wash hand basin to side and frosted glass window. Useful built-in cupboard for shoes and hooks for coats above.
Utility Room Range of base and wall units with single bowl stainless steel sink and laminated work surfaces. Space and plumbing to side for washing machine, window overlooking the side garden. Large space currently housing tall freezer. Tiled flooring, an ideal space for dogs and storage of laundry etc.
First Floor Landing A spacious and bright landing having windows to two aspects with galleried stairs, timber banister and spindles, carpeted flooring and loft hatch providing access to the roof space. Attractive decoration in a pale green colour. Original beech doors into main bedrooms and bathroom.
Master Bedroom Situated to the rear of the property having excellent open rural farmland views beyond with windows to two aspects. Good range of built-in wardrobes and bedside tables, carpeted flooring with door into:
En Suite Wet Room Having a walk-in wet room with Mermaid panelling to side and a Briston thermostatic shower mixer with hand held and rainfall head attachment. Attractive tiling to remainder of walls. Low-level WC and wash hand basin. Frosted glass window to the side and extractor fan to wall, inset spotlights to ceiling.
Bedroom 2 Generously proportioned double room at the front of the property having original cast iron fireplace, neutral decoration and twin windows. Carpeted flooring.
Bedroom 3 A further double bedroom having built-in wardrobes to two sides, original cast iron fireplace, windows to two aspects providing a bright space. Carpeted flooring.
Family Bathroom A surprisingly spacious room with four-piece suite consisting of low-level WC, wash hand basin, corner bath and shower cubicle with thermostatic mixer. Fully tiled walls, spotlights to ceiling, carpeted floorings. Large double doors giving access to the airing cupboard having hot water cylinder with immersion heater, shelving provided above for laundry. Extractor fan and frosted glass window to side.
Outside Accessed via five-bar timber gates with further pedestrian timber gate into the large, generous gravelled driveway. Parking provided for multiple vehicles leading to the double garage and concrete forecourt area. Mixture of fencing and dwarf brick walls to perimeters having an excellent feature bridge over covered culvert leading to front door, providing an interesting feature to the foreground of the house. Bunded 1,000 litre oil storage tank to side, outdoor lighting provided with wrought iron gate leading into:
Rear Garden A superbly sized and private garden being beautifully presented, having an excellent array of planted borders featuring shrubs, plants and bushes. Large patio area adjacent to property with fence to the perimeter. Patio area extending around to the rear of the property with open countryside views ideal for al fresco dining and barbecues. Along the return side of the property is a further paved area and planted border, also housing the external oil-fired Boulter Camry 5 central heating boiler having been serviced on an annual basis and gas bottles for cooking and fire. Post and rail fencing to perimeter and central area laid to lawn. To one side is a gravel, brick-wall flanked walkway with brick pillars and pergola above. Large aluminium-framed greenhouse and timber garden shed adjacent garage with external power point and tap.
Double Garage Twin-skinned block and brick double garage of complementary design to the main dwelling, having pitched roof, twin up and over doors, pedestrian side access door and further window to opposite side. Ample storage space to rafters and having space to rear and side for shelving and work bench area, having own electric consumer unit.
Location Legbourne is a popular and sought-after rural village less than four miles from the market town of Louth and has a thriving community spirit with the property sited on a popular bus route that can stop outside the cottage. There is a highly regarded primary school, a well-supported village hall with playing field which hosts many local events, a parish church, general shop, public house and many scenic walks through the attractive countryside surrounding. From Mill Lane, a waterside walk leads to the picturesque neighbouring village of Little Cawthorpe where The Royal Oak Inn, "The Splash" public house and restaurant can be found. The market town of Louth provides an excellent variety of shopping, schooling and recreational facilities to include the King Edward VI grammar school, a recently built sport complex with swimming pool, golf course, many clubs including football, tennis and athletics, a cinema and theatre. Between Louth and Legbourne the Kenwick Park leisure centre has a further golf course, equestrian centre and gymnasium.
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 are not to specific scale, are based on information supplied and subject to verification by a solicitor at sale stage. We are advised that the property is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage but no utility searches have been carried out to confirm at this stage. The property is in Council Tax band C.
Internally the well planned accommodation features three reception rooms with feature fireplaces, generous farmhouse style kitchen diner with built in appliances, utility and WC, while upstairs 3 double bedrooms one with ensuite and family bathroom. Viewing highly recommended to appreciate the full potential the property affords.
Directions From Louth take the B1200 road (the Legbourne Road) away from the outskirts and proceed past the garden centre to the roundabout beyond. Take the second exit here along the A157 and follow the road to Legbourne village. Upon first entering the village Station Cottage will be seen on the right side just before the former station house.
The Property An original railway cottage dating back to 1849 believed to have been occupied originally by the signalman for the adjacent Legbourne railway station when in service, retaining all of its original features including doors, fireplaces, floorings, timber beam ceilings. The property was later renovated and extended by the current owner in 2003 providing superb family accommodation to the rear which makes the most of the rural outlook beyond. Externally, the property has some superb architectural features, including arched windows to the upper floor and having twin double chimney stacks. The property benefits from fully uPVC double-glazed doors and windows, together with oil-fired central heating by modern system. A further later addition provided the smart double garage with twin up and over doors providing further useful space being larger than average.
Accommodation (Approximate room dimensions are shown on the floor plans which are indicative of the room layout and not to specific scale)
Entrance Dining Room Accessed via a uPVC door having large, covered porch externally with brick dwarf walls, timber frame and tiled covering providing shelter with external lighting. Leading into the spacious dining entrance with ample space to side for dining table, original cast iron fireplace to side with slate hearth and oak mantlepiece. Twin windows to the front and original cast iron radiator, further window to the side aspect over driveway. Timber beams to ceiling having a mixture of hardwood flooring and carpets to stairs leading to first floor landing. Decorated in an attractive pastel green colour.
Snug A further cosy reception room at the front of the property being part of the original cottage, having a superb original York range with open fire having side oven and baking oven above, cardinal tiled hearth with oak mantel piece, windows to two aspects, timber beams to ceiling, cast iron radiator and having grey carpeted flooring.
Kitchen Diner Having a good range of base and wall units with solid oak doors with soft-close hinges. Roll top laminated work surfaces with an inset single bowl white ceramic sink, further Welsh dresser unit to side, attractive tiling to splashbacks. Range of built-in appliances including a full size Neff dishwasher and Neff high-level larder fridge. To the side is a smart alcove with oak surround and cupboards to either side with inset tiling, housing a large Rangemaster lpg and electric oven with five ring gas hob above, finished in cream and extractor to the alcove. Window to side and also having patio doors leading into enclosed rear courtyard. Attractive tiling to floor, ample space to centre for dining table.
Lounge A superb addition to the property having large windows to all three aspects with double patio doors into garden, having excellent open farmland views to two sides with garden to the remainder. Ceiling fan and integrated lighting unit to centre. Featuring a free-standing coal-effect Franco Belge cast iron lpg stove with stone hearth and back piece, coving to ceiling and carpeted floorings.
Rear Hallway With part-glazed uPVC door into garden, further window and having tiled flooring.
Cloaks/WC Having low-level WC, wash hand basin to side and frosted glass window. Useful built-in cupboard for shoes and hooks for coats above.
Utility Room Range of base and wall units with single bowl stainless steel sink and laminated work surfaces. Space and plumbing to side for washing machine, window overlooking the side garden. Large space currently housing tall freezer. Tiled flooring, an ideal space for dogs and storage of laundry etc.
First Floor Landing A spacious and bright landing having windows to two aspects with galleried stairs, timber banister and spindles, carpeted flooring and loft hatch providing access to the roof space. Attractive decoration in a pale green colour. Original beech doors into main bedrooms and bathroom.
Master Bedroom Situated to the rear of the property having excellent open rural farmland views beyond with windows to two aspects. Good range of built-in wardrobes and bedside tables, carpeted flooring with door into:
En Suite Wet Room Having a walk-in wet room with Mermaid panelling to side and a Briston thermostatic shower mixer with hand held and rainfall head attachment. Attractive tiling to remainder of walls. Low-level WC and wash hand basin. Frosted glass window to the side and extractor fan to wall, inset spotlights to ceiling.
Bedroom 2 Generously proportioned double room at the front of the property having original cast iron fireplace, neutral decoration and twin windows. Carpeted flooring.
Bedroom 3 A further double bedroom having built-in wardrobes to two sides, original cast iron fireplace, windows to two aspects providing a bright space. Carpeted flooring.
Family Bathroom A surprisingly spacious room with four-piece suite consisting of low-level WC, wash hand basin, corner bath and shower cubicle with thermostatic mixer. Fully tiled walls, spotlights to ceiling, carpeted floorings. Large double doors giving access to the airing cupboard having hot water cylinder with immersion heater, shelving provided above for laundry. Extractor fan and frosted glass window to side.
Outside Accessed via five-bar timber gates with further pedestrian timber gate into the large, generous gravelled driveway. Parking provided for multiple vehicles leading to the double garage and concrete forecourt area. Mixture of fencing and dwarf brick walls to perimeters having an excellent feature bridge over covered culvert leading to front door, providing an interesting feature to the foreground of the house. Bunded 1,000 litre oil storage tank to side, outdoor lighting provided with wrought iron gate leading into:
Rear Garden A superbly sized and private garden being beautifully presented, having an excellent array of planted borders featuring shrubs, plants and bushes. Large patio area adjacent to property with fence to the perimeter. Patio area extending around to the rear of the property with open countryside views ideal for al fresco dining and barbecues. Along the return side of the property is a further paved area and planted border, also housing the external oil-fired Boulter Camry 5 central heating boiler having been serviced on an annual basis and gas bottles for cooking and fire. Post and rail fencing to perimeter and central area laid to lawn. To one side is a gravel, brick-wall flanked walkway with brick pillars and pergola above. Large aluminium-framed greenhouse and timber garden shed adjacent garage with external power point and tap.
Double Garage Twin-skinned block and brick double garage of complementary design to the main dwelling, having pitched roof, twin up and over doors, pedestrian side access door and further window to opposite side. Ample storage space to rafters and having space to rear and side for shelving and work bench area, having own electric consumer unit.
Location Legbourne is a popular and sought-after rural village less than four miles from the market town of Louth and has a thriving community spirit with the property sited on a popular bus route that can stop outside the cottage. There is a highly regarded primary school, a well-supported village hall with playing field which hosts many local events, a parish church, general shop, public house and many scenic walks through the attractive countryside surrounding. From Mill Lane, a waterside walk leads to the picturesque neighbouring village of Little Cawthorpe where The Royal Oak Inn, "The Splash" public house and restaurant can be found. The market town of Louth provides an excellent variety of shopping, schooling and recreational facilities to include the King Edward VI grammar school, a recently built sport complex with swimming pool, golf course, many clubs including football, tennis and athletics, a cinema and theatre. Between Louth and Legbourne the Kenwick Park leisure centre has a further golf course, equestrian centre and gymnasium.
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 are not to specific scale, are based on information supplied and subject to verification by a solicitor at sale stage. We are advised that the property is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage but no utility searches have been carried out to confirm at this stage. The property is in Council Tax band C.
