Castle Farm, Castle Bytham

Distances:

Stamford 9 miles, Bourne 9 miles, Oakham 12 miles, Grantham 14 miles, Peterborough 25 miles (All distances and times are approximate)


Situation:

Castle Farm is located to the northern edge of the ever-popular village of Castle Bytham which is a delightful South Lincolnshire conservation village blessed with many old stone properties. Over the years the village has expanded with some sympathetic modern housing creating a vibrant community with a population of approximately 800. One of the central features of the village is the Old Castle Mound, a former Norman Castle, though in the Domesday survey of 1086 the village was known as West Bytham as the castle had yet to be built.

There are a number of local amenities within the village to include two well established Public Houses; St. James’ Church believed to date back to Norman times; the Bythams Community Shop; a useful Doctors Surgery and a mobile post-office and Bus Service further connecting this quiet village to the surrounding villages and towns.

The market towns of Stamford, Oakham and Bourne are all within a convenient distance and provide a broader range of shopping opportunities and amenities whilst the Cathedral city of Peterborough and the town of Grantham, offer yet more interest and opportunity.

Castle Bytham sits in picturesque rolling countryside yet is minutes from the region’s arterial road network. The A1 is 4 miles to the west and allows the commuter very easy access north to Grantham, some 15 miles away and south, to Peterborough, some 25 miles. Both Grantham and Peterborough have main line railway stations with frequent fast trains providing options north and south. There are local train services also afforded from Stamford and Oakham.

Leisure facilities in the area are numerous and include popular golf courses such as Stoke Rochford, Greetham Valley, Luffenham Heath and Toft, whereas nearby Rutland Water caters for cycling, fishing and water sports. The surrounding countryside has numerous footpaths and bridleways providing ample opportunity for the walking enthusiast.

Castle Farm is well placed for convenient access to both private and state schooling, with the well-regarded Witham Hall Prep School but four miles east. Schools located in Bourne, Stamford, Oakham, Grantham, Uppingham and Oundle are all under approximately 30 miles driving distance.


Description:


THE BARN

Grade II Listed stone barn conversion offering accommodation comprising; reception hall, dining-kitchen with double doors leading to the side garden and large sitting room with characterful inglenook fireplace. There is also a separate snug, that can also be utilised as an office or additional bedroom, with French windows overlooking the walled garden. A utility room and WC complete the accommodation on the ground floor.

The first floor has a spacious principal suite with dressing room and ensuite bathroom. There are two further bedrooms to this floor, both with built-in wardrobes, and a family shower room. In addition, there is a small room which is used for storage.


THE STABLES

The Stables are Grade II Listed and have been converted into two self-contained one-bedroom apartments at ground floor and first floor.

Apartment One comprises entrance hall, open plan lounge kitchen diner, bedroom and shower room. The apartment has allocated block paved parking area.

Apartment Two comprises entrance hall with store off and stairs to first floor landing, bedroom, shower room and separate WC, open plan lounge, kitchen dining area. Externally the apartment has a single garage.


OUTBUILDINGS

An attractive stone agricultural building sits between The Stables and The Barn. Utilities are no longer connected, however it includes a small kitchenette and a shower room. Subject to the relevant permissions, this would suit conversion into a studio/office or ancillary accommodation to the main dwelling.

There are three further large agricultural buildings, which could be converted to suit a range of uses, subject to the necessary permissions. For example, equestrian facilities such as stables and an indoor school. Each sit on useful hardstanding.


GROUNDS

The former farmyard of Castle Farm can be reached down a private gated driveway, adjacent to the Scheduled Ancient Monument of Castle Mound. The properties and outbuildings sit on a site of approximately 1.5 acres, with The Stables and The Barn each benefiting from their own grounds.

The additional land, which is available separately, of circa 20 acres is currently utilised as grazing for cattle, and forms part of a Scheduled Ancient Monument. The historic and undulating nature of the land makes an extremely attractive backdrop to The Stables and The Barn, from where unspoilt and uninterrupted views can be enjoyed.

General Remarks:

SERVICES
The site is connected to mains water, electricity and sewage. The apartments in The Stables have electric storage heating. The Barn currently has oil central heating.

There have been discussions with National Grid about moving the current power lines underground, this has now been agreed, please contact the agent for more information. 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, light fitting and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

STATUTORY AUTHORITY
South Kesteven District Council:

PLANNING PERMISSION
A full planning application was made to South Kesteven District Council to demolish the existing agricultural buildings and erect 3 detached dwellings and associated parking under planning reference S22/0338. This planning application was turned down on appeal.

SPORTING, TIMBER AND MINERAL RIGHTS
In so far as they are owned by the vendors, rights of sporting, timber and mineral are included within the sale.

BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME
In so far as any land is registered with the Rural Payments Agency for the Basic Payments Scheme, no entitlements will be transferred as part of the sale.

VAT
Any guide prices quoted or discussed are exclusive of VAT. In the event of a sale of the estate or any part if it, or any right attached to it of it becoming a chargeable supply for the purpose of VAT, such tax will be paid in addition to the purchase price.

RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS, 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.

VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West

HEALTH AND SAFETY
Given the potential hazards of a farmyard we ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety, particularly around farm buildings.

DIRECTIONS
Entering Castle Bytham Village from the south along Station Road, take the right fork before The Castle Inn public House on to Castlegate. This small road becomes Glen Road, the gated driveway to Castle Farm may be found on the right-hand side directly after the scheduled ancient monument, Castle Mound.
From the north and west, before the village proper, leave Morkery Lane and take the first left turn on to Water Lane. Proceed to the end of Water Lane, the driveway to Castle Farm is directly opposite.

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 taken 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, and source of funds 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. May 2024