Church Street, Barrowby, Grantham

Barn Cottage, for sale via modern method of auction, starting bid £450,000, stands proud on its ancient site offering fabulous family living. Tucked away on quiet Church Street it has four bedrooms, three reception rooms, garage, garden and parking. With a brand new central heating system and boiler, newly carpeted, redecorated throughout, close to the local sought after primary school, amenities and great transport links, it's the perfect choice.

Built in 2008 and incorporating some of the original stone from its predecessor, Barn Cottage is a stylish, contemporary home perfect for growing families. Downstairs is an entrance hall off which are a painted country style kitchen open to a conservatory with a brand new ceiling which has doors to a landscaped rear garden. Also off the hall is a dual aspect family room, a separate study and a living room with inglenook which houses a log burning stove. There's also a separate utility room and downstairs WC. Upstairs off a galleried landing are three large double bedrooms, the Master with built in wardrobes and ensuite shower room, plus a single bedroom with oak floor, and an upgraded family bathroom. Redecorated recently in crisp white, this neat as a pin house is move in ready.

Barrowby is a hugely popular village located on the outskirts of the Vale of Belvoir with its pretty villages, canal side and country walks and lovely dining pubs. Minutes from the centre of Grantham with its Grammar School system, main line links to Kings Cross and within easy access of the A1 trunk road, this village offers everything you need. A co-op, pub, outstanding primary school, church, village hall, children's play park, football field and popular bistro are all within easy walking distance. Nearby Grantham is a market town which offers all the usual amenities with Nottingham, Lincoln, Newark, Stamford and Peterborough all within easy reach.

This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).

If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.

A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.

The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.50% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.

Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.

Hall

A freshly painted deep blue front door signals entrance to this lovely home. New carpet contrasts with freshly painted walls and the warmth of an oak staircase. Brand new bespoke storage under the stairs is perfect for hiding coats and shoes, plus a tall cupboard for the hoover and the ironing board. The centrally located hall grants access to all reception rooms, utility room and the kitchen.

Kitchen / Breakfast Room

4.09m x 3.71m - 13'5" x 12'2"
With ceramic tiled floor, the kitchen is fitted in a range of painted wall and floor units with contrasting light worktops and white metro wall tiles, grey composite sink, an integrated dishwasher and fabulous range cooker. A portable island gives additional storage and seating for breakfast or light bites. There's space for an American style fridge/freezer too.

Conservatory

3.51m x 2.98m - 11'6" x 9'9"
Open to the kitchen is an impressive conservatory with brand new ceiling and inset spotlights which enhances the space and offers the ideal spot for year round dining. There's ample room for comfy sofas or items of storage and is perfect for entertaining. It's a pleasant outlook with the old school bell and the church spire within view. Open those French doors in summer and spill out into the garden.

Family Room

4.95m x 4.05m - 16'3" x 13'3"
The recently recarpeted family room is triple aspect and is flooded with plenty of sunshine. Highly versatile, set out your squishy sofas and comfy chairs and curl up with family and friends, or set up the pool table for a games room. Alternatively it would make an amazing play room or you might give it up to the teenagers for their own social space.

Living Room

5.59m x 4.97m - 18'4" x 16'4"
The formal living room is situated at the back of the house with views over the landscaped garden. When you're looking for peace and quiet, light the log burner and curl up with a good book or watch your favourite show on the telly. In summer, open the French doors, connect with the garden and let in the fresh air. Newly carpeted and with neutral decor, this room is a fantastic retreat at any time of year.

Study

2.78m x 2.35m - 9'1" x 7'9"
Perfect for those who work from home, the study has a window through to the conservatory so place your desk beneath it and enjoy the natural light. Another versatile space, it would also make a good library, snug or play room for younger children.

Utility Room

4.01m x 2.04m - 13'2" x 6'8"
There's ample storage in the utility room with wall and floor cupboards, inset sink and space for both washing machine and tumble dryer. A handy space, enter via the back door, kick off the wellies and dry off the dog.

WC

No family home should be without one. Tucked away in the corner of the utility room, this recently redecorated cloakroom is fitted with a corner mounted wash hand basin and low level WC. A window to the side brings in the light.

Landing

An oak staircase with traditional spindles rises to a first floor galleried landing. Warmly carpeted, it's truly spacious up here with ample room to place a dresser or two or comfy chair. The light floods in at both ends with access to all 4 bedrooms and the family bathroom.

Master Bedroom with Ensuite

4.61m x 3.97m - 15'1" x 13'0"
A generous double, the Master has plenty of space for a king sized bed and attendant furniture and has a bank of fitted wardrobes to one side. The light streams in through a pair of dormer windows. There is some restricted head height in this room.

Bedroom 2

4.11m x 3.75m - 13'6" x 12'4"
This dual aspect room is generous in size and filled with light. It will comfortably take a king sized bed and other furniture.

Ensuite

2.66m x 1.59m - 8'9" x 5'3"
This ensuite has practical vinyl on the floor, and is fitted with a walk in shower cubicle with rainfall head and hand held wand, an oak vanity unit with designer basin on top, and low level WC. A Velux window brings in the light.

Bedroom 3

4.07m x 2.91m - 13'4" x 9'7"
A further double bedroom, this one is also dual aspect, overlooking the front garden.

Bedroom 4

2.78m x 2.44m - 9'1" x 8'0"
This modest single bedroom has smart oak flooring and a window to the side elevation, perfect as a nursery. If you don't need the bedroom space it could be used as a study or play room.

Bathroom

2.99m x 1.88m - 9'10" x 6'2"
The family bathroom has a decorative ceramic tiled floor which contrasts beautifully with a suite in high gloss grey and white. It is fitted with a contemporary free standing bath, a corner shower unit with rainfall head, a vanity unit with basin over, and a low level WC. A chrome heated towel rail keeps things warm.

Garage

5.5m x 4.01m - 18'1" x 13'2"
The brick built garage is a generous single with newly painted swing doors to the front and a courtesy door from the garden. It has light and power and has its own pull down ladder giving easy access to very generous, fully boarded storage space overhead, ideal for dry storage all year round.

Front Garden

The front garden is fully enclosed with statement fencing and a flagstone path which leads to a ramp as it approaches the front door. A sun worshipper's paradise, this is also a pleasant spot for morning coffee.

Rear Garden

Thoughtfully landscaped, the quiet rear garden is paved with flagstones and has a sheltered patio adjacent to the house, perfect for al fresco dining. Beyond are two large raised beds, with colourful displays divided by a further patio with rustic seating. Slate borders complete this contemporary look.