House For Sale £935,000
Description:
Manor Barns, built of limestone under a tile roof, dates as far back as the early 18th century illustrated by the charming period features throughout. Purchased in 2010 by the current owners, they have fully refurbished the property creating a wonderful family home. Both vaulted beam work and exposed stone, feature strongly from room to room. In contrast to the period elements of Manor Barns is the striking, contemporary kitchen with clean lines and sleek, handless cabinetry. Complete with larder-cupboard and built-in fridge-freezer and dishwasher, there is also a large kitchen island providing ample preparation space and breakfast-bar seating. The kitchen-diner features a fireplace housing a 16-kilowatt log burner and the church spire can be seen through the skylights of the vaulted ceiling, whilst the dining terrace can be accessed via double doors. Off the kitchen is a utility room with cabinetry and sink with plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also a WC and boiler room.
The impressive sitting room has a beautiful inglenook fireplace as its focal point. Dual aspect, the room is flooded with natural light from three skylights in the vaulted ceiling and a vast feature window with double doors that were once the archway for carriages to pass through to the church.
Moving through the south wing there is a multipurpose room, currently utilised as a smart office space. With its wooden floors and exposed stone wall and vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, the ambience in the room would also make for a wonderful entrance hall, with large double doors leading onto the paved dining terrace.
A hallway draws you to three generous double bedrooms, each light and airy with vaulted ceilings and windows overlooking the pond and dining terrace. Between the first and second bedroom is a family shower room, of Duravit design, with rain head shower and a door from both the hallway and the second bedroom creating a Jack and Jill layout.
The Principal bedroom has two skylights and double doors onto the terrace and also boasts an ensuite bathroom, of Utopia design, with both shower and free standing bath and built-in vanity unit.
Annexe:
Converted from an outbuilding by the current owners and renovated throughout, the guest annexe is a wonderful addition to the main property providing a flexible living space with the potential to be utilised as multi-generational family living or a private one-bed rental.
Contemporary in style from the grey cladded exterior to the open plan interior, the kitchen has a large island with bar seating, built-in microwave and microwave oven as well as plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher.
Off the kitchen-living-dining area is a large, dual aspect double bedroom enjoying views down to the river and an en-suite shower room with light tunnel. Completing the ancillary accommodation is a separate WC.
Double doors open out onto raised decking creating an ideal entertaining space surrounded by the beautiful grounds of Manor Barns.
Outside:
Through gated access, Manor Barns is approached by a large driveway that continues to sweep round to a stone, double garage with electric door and the guest annexe beyond.
A paved dining terrace wraps around the front of the property, the walls of which display several trained, climbing roses. The formal garden houses a beautiful pond brimming with water lilies, whilst the bank is softened by iris and an array of tall grasses. Views over the pond are also enjoyed from a private lawn, adjacent to which is a more intimate dining area overlooking the neighboring church of St. Mary.
The guest annexe, fondly known to the current owners as ‘The Den’, has raised decking overlooking the vast lawn that rolls down towards the River Witham. This large expanse of lawn is divided by mature yew hedging.
Distances:
Stamford 13 miles, Oakham 12 miles
Grantham 10.5 miles (Direct train to London Kings Cross 1hr 15mins)
Melton Mowbray 12 miles, Bourne 14.5 miles
(All distances and times are approximate)
Situation:
North Witham is a small village just a few minutes south of the neighbouring village of Colsterworth. Colsterworth has a good range of services and amenities to include a doctor’s surgery, sports club, Co-op and a convenience store and public house, The White Lion. The market towns of Stamford and Oakham are only a short drive away and offer a range of amenities to include a wealth of shops, leisure facilities and restaurants.
Communications in the area are excellent. The main north to south arterial root of the A1 is approximately one mile to the east. The main line railway station at Grantham provides regular direct train services to London Kings Cross Station and the cities of Nottingham, Leicester and Lincoln are also reachable in under one hour. Melton Mowbray railway station is on the Birmingham to Stanstead Airport line. Hourly trains also go to Leicester, Peterborough and Cambridge. East Midlands Airport is approximately one hour away, providing superb access to Europe.
North Witham is conveniently placed for a number of popular schools with excellent educational facilities within easy reach and a choice of state and private schooling for children of all ages. There are highly respected schools locally, notably at Witham on the Hill, and as alternatives to state schooling, there are well recognised public schools in the region to include those at Stamford and Oakham. The neighbouring village of Colsterworth has two popular nursery schools, and there are primary schools in Colsterworth and nearby Buckminster with a secondary school at Corby Glen some six miles away. Grantham itself has two excellent Grammar schools and a prep school along with a good range of shops, restaurants and other leisure facilities.
The Colsterworth Nature Trail and National Trust property, Woolsthorpe Manor, are a stone’s throw from North Witham. Rutland Water with its nature reserve, water sports and trout fishing is some 11 miles to the south. Several golf courses may be found close by and for those of equestrian persuasion, there is a network of happy hacking opportunities on your doorstep. For those who enjoy fishing, there are lakes at Pickworth Hall Fisheries in Grantham. North Witham is a short drive from Belvoir Castle, with the Engine Yard and many leisure activities within the Vale.
General Remarks:
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil and propane gas central heating. None of the services have been tested by the agents.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains and light fitting are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation. Garden ornaments are not available by separate negotiation.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY
South Kesteven District Council:[use Contact Agent Button]
COUNCIL TAX
Manor Barns – Band G
Manor Barns Annexe: River View – Band A
VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West
AGENTS NOTE
The property has the benefits of planning permission to alter the status of the annexe from ancillary to separate dwelling, although not legally separated with the annexe still within the curtilage of the property, this enables the rental of the annexe if one should so wish.
There is a footpath to the north of the property starting through the graveyard and continuing down, alongside Manor Barns’ grounds, to the River Witham.
Please contact the Agents for further information.
RIGHTS OF WAY, EAVESMENTS, WAY LEAVES
The property will be sold subject to the benefit of all existing rights, both public and private including rights of way, supply of drainage, water abstraction, electricity supplies and other rights, covenants, restrictions and obligations, quasi-easements and all wayleaves, whether referred to or not. It may be necessary for rights and reservations to be made to provide services, access and maintenance to the properties if the property is not sold as a whole.
PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES
The plans and associated acreages have been prepared for illustrative purposes and their accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
DIRECTIONS
From either North or South bound on the A1 turn East onto Water Lane. Follow Water Lane into North Witham and at the fork in the road, turn right onto Church Street. The turning onto the drive at Manor Barns is approximately 60meters on the right-hand side.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification and address at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard.
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. November 2022
Manor Barns, built of limestone under a tile roof, dates as far back as the early 18th century illustrated by the charming period features throughout. Purchased in 2010 by the current owners, they have fully refurbished the property creating a wonderful family home. Both vaulted beam work and exposed stone, feature strongly from room to room. In contrast to the period elements of Manor Barns is the striking, contemporary kitchen with clean lines and sleek, handless cabinetry. Complete with larder-cupboard and built-in fridge-freezer and dishwasher, there is also a large kitchen island providing ample preparation space and breakfast-bar seating. The kitchen-diner features a fireplace housing a 16-kilowatt log burner and the church spire can be seen through the skylights of the vaulted ceiling, whilst the dining terrace can be accessed via double doors. Off the kitchen is a utility room with cabinetry and sink with plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also a WC and boiler room.
The impressive sitting room has a beautiful inglenook fireplace as its focal point. Dual aspect, the room is flooded with natural light from three skylights in the vaulted ceiling and a vast feature window with double doors that were once the archway for carriages to pass through to the church.
Moving through the south wing there is a multipurpose room, currently utilised as a smart office space. With its wooden floors and exposed stone wall and vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, the ambience in the room would also make for a wonderful entrance hall, with large double doors leading onto the paved dining terrace.
A hallway draws you to three generous double bedrooms, each light and airy with vaulted ceilings and windows overlooking the pond and dining terrace. Between the first and second bedroom is a family shower room, of Duravit design, with rain head shower and a door from both the hallway and the second bedroom creating a Jack and Jill layout.
The Principal bedroom has two skylights and double doors onto the terrace and also boasts an ensuite bathroom, of Utopia design, with both shower and free standing bath and built-in vanity unit.
Annexe:
Converted from an outbuilding by the current owners and renovated throughout, the guest annexe is a wonderful addition to the main property providing a flexible living space with the potential to be utilised as multi-generational family living or a private one-bed rental.
Contemporary in style from the grey cladded exterior to the open plan interior, the kitchen has a large island with bar seating, built-in microwave and microwave oven as well as plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher.
Off the kitchen-living-dining area is a large, dual aspect double bedroom enjoying views down to the river and an en-suite shower room with light tunnel. Completing the ancillary accommodation is a separate WC.
Double doors open out onto raised decking creating an ideal entertaining space surrounded by the beautiful grounds of Manor Barns.
Outside:
Through gated access, Manor Barns is approached by a large driveway that continues to sweep round to a stone, double garage with electric door and the guest annexe beyond.
A paved dining terrace wraps around the front of the property, the walls of which display several trained, climbing roses. The formal garden houses a beautiful pond brimming with water lilies, whilst the bank is softened by iris and an array of tall grasses. Views over the pond are also enjoyed from a private lawn, adjacent to which is a more intimate dining area overlooking the neighboring church of St. Mary.
The guest annexe, fondly known to the current owners as ‘The Den’, has raised decking overlooking the vast lawn that rolls down towards the River Witham. This large expanse of lawn is divided by mature yew hedging.
Distances:
Stamford 13 miles, Oakham 12 miles
Grantham 10.5 miles (Direct train to London Kings Cross 1hr 15mins)
Melton Mowbray 12 miles, Bourne 14.5 miles
(All distances and times are approximate)
Situation:
North Witham is a small village just a few minutes south of the neighbouring village of Colsterworth. Colsterworth has a good range of services and amenities to include a doctor’s surgery, sports club, Co-op and a convenience store and public house, The White Lion. The market towns of Stamford and Oakham are only a short drive away and offer a range of amenities to include a wealth of shops, leisure facilities and restaurants.
Communications in the area are excellent. The main north to south arterial root of the A1 is approximately one mile to the east. The main line railway station at Grantham provides regular direct train services to London Kings Cross Station and the cities of Nottingham, Leicester and Lincoln are also reachable in under one hour. Melton Mowbray railway station is on the Birmingham to Stanstead Airport line. Hourly trains also go to Leicester, Peterborough and Cambridge. East Midlands Airport is approximately one hour away, providing superb access to Europe.
North Witham is conveniently placed for a number of popular schools with excellent educational facilities within easy reach and a choice of state and private schooling for children of all ages. There are highly respected schools locally, notably at Witham on the Hill, and as alternatives to state schooling, there are well recognised public schools in the region to include those at Stamford and Oakham. The neighbouring village of Colsterworth has two popular nursery schools, and there are primary schools in Colsterworth and nearby Buckminster with a secondary school at Corby Glen some six miles away. Grantham itself has two excellent Grammar schools and a prep school along with a good range of shops, restaurants and other leisure facilities.
The Colsterworth Nature Trail and National Trust property, Woolsthorpe Manor, are a stone’s throw from North Witham. Rutland Water with its nature reserve, water sports and trout fishing is some 11 miles to the south. Several golf courses may be found close by and for those of equestrian persuasion, there is a network of happy hacking opportunities on your doorstep. For those who enjoy fishing, there are lakes at Pickworth Hall Fisheries in Grantham. North Witham is a short drive from Belvoir Castle, with the Engine Yard and many leisure activities within the Vale.
General Remarks:
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil and propane gas central heating. None of the services have been tested by the agents.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains and light fitting are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation. Garden ornaments are not available by separate negotiation.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY
South Kesteven District Council:[use Contact Agent Button]
COUNCIL TAX
Manor Barns – Band G
Manor Barns Annexe: River View – Band A
VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West
AGENTS NOTE
The property has the benefits of planning permission to alter the status of the annexe from ancillary to separate dwelling, although not legally separated with the annexe still within the curtilage of the property, this enables the rental of the annexe if one should so wish.
There is a footpath to the north of the property starting through the graveyard and continuing down, alongside Manor Barns’ grounds, to the River Witham.
Please contact the Agents for further information.
RIGHTS OF WAY, EAVESMENTS, WAY LEAVES
The property will be sold subject to the benefit of all existing rights, both public and private including rights of way, supply of drainage, water abstraction, electricity supplies and other rights, covenants, restrictions and obligations, quasi-easements and all wayleaves, whether referred to or not. It may be necessary for rights and reservations to be made to provide services, access and maintenance to the properties if the property is not sold as a whole.
PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES
The plans and associated acreages have been prepared for illustrative purposes and their accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
DIRECTIONS
From either North or South bound on the A1 turn East onto Water Lane. Follow Water Lane into North Witham and at the fork in the road, turn right onto Church Street. The turning onto the drive at Manor Barns is approximately 60meters on the right-hand side.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification and address at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard.
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. November 2022
