Somerton Gate Lane, Waddington, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5

Mayfield Garth is an exceptionally well-presented five-bedroom family home, set in a quiet location in the popular village of Waddington,

The property has been completely refurbished by the current owners, with high-spec fittings and features throughout. The versatile layout lends itself well to family life and entertaining. Standout features include a contemporary kitchen and a large balcony with breathtaking views over the valley.

Waddington is a delightful rural village with an excellent range of amenities. The local area offers scenic walking, cycling and hiking trails for families and outdoor enthusiasts. There are good road and rail links – with trains to London and major cities (via Lincoln and other stations) and road links to the A1 (via Grantham).


• A substantial five-bedroom family home in a quiet, desirable location
• Remodelled and refurbished to impeccable standards
• Versatile and spacious living areas, perfectly suited to families
• Idyllic countryside views from every room in the house
• Entrance hall with a large glass feature wall
• Handy boot room for shoes, coats and bags
• Large triple-aspect living room with beams, wood burner and an engineered oak floor
• A family room that could be used as a separate dining area
• Underfloor heating throughout the ground floor
• A heart-of-the-home kitchen/breakfast room extending to a large balcony
• Beautiful Symphony kitchen with ample cabinetry, a larder and wine cooler
• Contemporary quartz worktops
• Expansive island extends to an integrated dining table
• High-quality integrated appliances include a NEFF induction hob, dishwasher, hot tap and double oven (with microwave)
• Subtle kitchen cupboard lighting
• Two sets of bi-fold doors (leading to the kitchen and the balcony)
• Stunning balcony with spectacular views across the valley
• Air conditioning in the lounge, kitchen and two bedrooms
• Utility room with sink, fitted cupboards and plumbing for washing machine and freezer
• Remotely controlled Hive smart heating
• Five good-sized bedrooms (including two with en-suite bathrooms)
• Large triple-aspect master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and separate dressing room
• Family bathroom with Cubico suite
• Newly carpeted across the first floor
• Gorgeous gardens, with mature trees, bushes and large lawns
• Hot tub at the side of the property
• Block-paved drive with ample space for parking
• Double garage (with electric doors)
• Two storerooms leading from the garage (workshop and gardening store)
• Brand new boiler and a separate water cylinder (for uninterrupted hot water) and an in-built water softener

Location

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Lincolnshire countryside, Waddington is a popular village that combines the peace of rural living with easy access to city attractions in Lincoln (just five miles to the south). Waddington is best associated with the RAF, the Waddington base being one of the oldest airfields in the UK, founded in 1916.

Waddington has an excellent range of amenities, including two pubs, shops, a post office, a hairdressing salon, takeaways, a doctors’ surgery and pharmacy, a church, a village hall, and a playing field. The village has its own football (junior and adult) teams and cricket teams, brownies and a drama group.

The village is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with scenic walking, cycling and hiking trails nearby. Local attractions include the Hartsholme Country Park (5 miles away), Whisby Nature Park (7 miles) and a large indoor leisure centre with a 25-metre pool at North Hykeham (3 miles away).

Lincoln is one of the country’s finest medieval cities, with a beautiful cathedral and castle alongside cobbled streets and quaint shops. The Cornhill Quarter is perfect for a spot of retail therapy, with a mix of independent and high-street brands, as well as fantastic restaurants and coffee shops. The city is also home to the University of Lincoln and the New Theatre Royal, offering an eclectic mix of family entertainment, comedy, dance and music.

Schools

Superb state education is right on the doorstep, with two village primary schools (Waddington All Saints Academy and Waddington Redwood Primary Academy). Secondary school options include The Priory Academy LSST, which is just 3 miles away. Further afield, there are grammar schools in Sleaford (Kesteven and Sleaford High School and Carre’s Grammar School).

For independent education, the Lincoln Minster Schools (Prep and Senior) are excellent – with the prep school ranked in the UK top 40 (The Times Parent Power Guide 2023).

Seller Insights

“I fell in love with the location immediately. It’s a wonderful village and the property is tucked away in a very quiet location in the old, historic part of Waddington. You get a really warm feeling about the property as soon as you step inside. We’ve invested in high-quality fittings and features throughout. The rooms are all individually decorated using contemporary colour schemes.”

“We’ve thought carefully about creating practical living spaces. The ground floor is all on one level and there is underfloor heating throughout and air conditioning in the main living spaces.”
“The property has a huge amount of storage. The downstairs boot room is very handy for hiding away all those shoes, bags and coats, and the first-floor dressing room has built-in wardrobes and drawers.”

“There are stunning countryside views from every room in the house. The balcony is a favourite spot of ours. We love sitting there during the early evening enjoying a glass of wine and taking in the views as the sun sets in the distance.”
“The garden has lots of mature trees and bushes – including a beautiful magnolia tree, roses and lavender. It’s a haven for local wildlife, such as squirrels, rabbits and all kinds of birds – including blue tits, kites and kestrels.”
“We’re lucky to have several fantastic schools in the area, including two primary schools within the village and a highly rated secondary school (The Priory Academy LSST) just a short journey away by bus.”

“Waddington is such a friendly village – you’ll get a warm welcome in the local pub and there is always lots going on in the village hall. There’s a huge range of amenities, including two pubs, a fantastic Indian takeaway, schools, shops and a doctors’ surgery. You’ll find some fantastic scenic walks from the village too.”

“You may be in a rural location but you’re not far from city attractions. Lincoln is just a 10-minute drive away by car, offering all the charm of a typical medieval city with shops, restaurants and entertainment to suit every taste. You can get to London and other cities, via Lincoln, and there are excellent road links via the A1.”


Services: Mains electricity and water (private septic tank); efficient oil-fired central heating
Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council
Council Tax Band: F
EPC: D
Tenure: Freehold