Peterborough Road, Castor, Peterborough

SUMMARY
The Old Smithy is a charming 17th-century Grade II listed part thatched cottage situated in the sought-after village of Castor. The property has flexible and spacious accommodation throughout with a wealth of character and original features. Offering over 5,000 sq. ft of accomodation.


DESCRIPTION
THE OLD SMITHY
The Old Smithy is a charming 17th-century Grade II listed part thatched cottage situated in the sought-after village of Castor. The property has flexible and spacious accommodation throughout with a wealth of character and original features. Offering over 5,000 sq. ft. of accommodation, the property includes a later addition of a one-bedroom self-contained cottage, a triple garage, extensive landscaped gardens, and a swimming pool.

THE PROPERTY
The main house features a spacious kitchen, fitted with bespoke units, a traditional Aga and character features including exposed beams and inglenook fireplace, there is ample room for a large dining table creating a warm and inviting hub of the home. There is a separate utility room, offering plenty of practical storage and space for appliances. The main living room is a comfortable and cosy space, with an impressive inglenook fireplace housing a wood-burning stove, exposed beams, and characterful finishes. Double doors lead through to the garden room, a bright and airy space with large windows overlooking the garden, and direct access to the patio.

At the front of the property, there is a further reception room accessed from the main sitting room, featuring exposed beams and a Victorian style fireplace, continuing the home's traditional style. Off the garden room and sitting room there is a spacious lobby, currently used as a home office, which leads into the rear hallway. From here there is access to a shower room and double bedroom. To the rear there you will find a large reception room with exposed timberwork and vaulted ceiling, offering excellent potential as a library, gym, or studio space with French doors giving access to the garden, there is a staircase to a first-floor bedroom and a doorway through to a further ground floor bedroom. This spacious bedroom has access to a rear lobby with a separate entrance door to the garden and an en-suite shower room, there is another staircase to a first floor bedroom area. Back in the main thatched part of the property is the main bedroom suite which includes fitted wardrobes and a private shower room. There are three additional bedrooms on the first floor-two with en-suite shower rooms, and one with a private WC.

In addition to the main house, the property benefits from a separate self-contained spacious annex, comprising a kitchen, living room, first floor bedroom, and bathroom.
Outside, the property is approached via electric gates leading to a large driveway providing ample parking and leading down to a triple garage. The landscaped gardens are well-maintained with a large lawn and a variety of mature trees, shrubs, and borders. At the rear of the garden there is a swimming pool surrounded by a patio area-providing a lovely setting for relaxing or entertaining.

LOCATION
A1 3 miles Peterborough Station 5 Miles- Stamford 9 MilesThe Old Smithy is in the centre of Castor, close to a church, two pubs, and a village shop. Peterborough, about 5 miles away, offers more shops and fast trains to London. Stamford is 9 miles away with further amenities. Local schools include Castor CE Primary and Arthur Mellows Village College, with several well-known private schools nearby.



1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
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