Thorpe Drove, South Rauceby, Sleaford, NG34

Set in an idyllic village location with far-reaching views across open countryside, 7 Thorpe Drove is an immaculately presented detached bungalow offering generous living space, a wonderfully tranquil setting and outstanding privacy.

Designed to take full advantage of the stunning surroundings, the principal reception rooms offer beautifully proportioned and light-filled living spaces. The south-facing lounge and dining room enjoy uninterrupted countryside views and lead directly onto the patio area – perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the lovely surroundings.

Another highlight is the impressive open-plan kitchen and a spacious garden room, both overlooking the beautifully landscaped gardens and open fields. Complementing this is a large principal bedroom with a stylish en-suite plus three other good-sized bedrooms and a large family bathroom.

The house and grounds cover around two-thirds of an acre (STS). Outside, the garden features multiple seating areas, a wildlife area, fruit trees, and spectacular views across the countryside. A large basement garage/workshop, store/cellar, and ample parking further enhance the property’s appeal.

South Rauceby is a picturesque English village with a welcoming community, a popular school, a fantastic pub, and a village hall. It is within easy reach of Sleaford, Grantham, and fast rail connections to London.


Seller Insights

“We’ve loved living in the wonderfully friendly and peaceful village of South Rauceby for the past five years. It’s rare to find such a warm and happy community atmosphere. We feel so lucky to have The Bustard Inn (our local pub) and the village hall just a short walk away – perfect for an impromptu drink, a celebratory family meal, or just to get involved in the various village events, clubs and activities. The village is so welcoming, but there’s never any pressure to get involved.

The house is very light and spacious and provides a fantastic space for entertaining. The study is well-fitted out – ideal for working from home. We’ve also used the study as a playroom – it was great having a separate area for toys!

The garden is a substantial size. We love to sit in the garden listening to the birds or watching the horses in the nearby fields. There are lovely, far-reaching views over the estate and farmland, with the most spectacular sunsets. You can even spot a barn owl, resident at a nearby farm, in spring.

We have enjoyed creating a large wild patch in the garden, with a pond, fruit trees and a meadow flower area. It’s wonderful to see newts, dragonflies, butterflies and bees enjoying the surroundings.

We use one side of the large outbuilding as a potting shed. This part is fully insulated and fitted with running water, ideal for planting and propagating, while the other is useful for storing garden equipment. This outbuilding could easily be converted into a studio or home office.”

Our grandsons are very happy at the village school. They love the walk alongside the Rauceby Estate, especially in spring when the lambs are gambolling in the fields!

There are many and varied walking and cycling routes to explore in the local area. A particularly lovely place to visit is Belton House, a 15-minute drive from here, with its stunning gardens and opportunities for fun for our grandchildren and for us! Our grandsons particularly love the adventure playground, the miniature train and the maze – all of which have provided many hours of entertainment.

It won’t be easy to leave this house and South Rauceby. We have forged lovely friendships here and enjoyed the peaceful setting. The space and light of the house and garden have given us a feeling of freedom. It’s time for us to downsize now, but we’ll take away many happy memories of our time here.”


Key Features

• Exceptionally well-presented detached property
• Popular village location
• Incredible country views from the property and gardens
• Grounds extending to approximately two-thirds of an acre (STS)
• Four well-proportioned bedrooms
• Remodelled to a high standard throughout
• Bright and welcoming entrance hall
• Engineered oak flooring in the hallway areas
• Expansive south-facing lounge with a wood-burning stove and glorious views
• Sliding doors opening onto the terrace and gardens
• Large formal dining room with doors to the side terrace
• Impressive open-plan contemporary kitchen with abundant high and low-level cabinets
• Integrated NEFF oven/microwave, dishwasher and Bosch fridge/freezer
• Central island with breakfast seating and storage
• Large garden room with a vaulted ceiling
• Superb layout for entertaining and family gatherings
• Separate study/home office with built-in cabinets and pretty garden views
• Flexible space suitable for home working or playroom use
• Utility room with handy cupboard space and downstairs WC
• Spacious en-suite shower room to the principal bedroom
• Stylish contemporary family bathroom
• Landscaped gardens with raised beds, a vegetable area and fruit trees
• Multiple garden seating areas
• Large basement double garage/workshop
• Store with full-height shelving
• Second store, currently used as a log store and with extra fridge and freezer space
• Spacious 6m x 4m outbuilding arranged into a store and potting shed
• Outbuilding has power, light and partial insulation
• Scope for conversion into a garden office
• Ample driveway parking for several vehicles
• Active local village community with regular activities, clubs and events
• Within easy reach of Sleaford, Grantham, Lincoln and Newark
• Direct trains to London from Grantham
• Close to highly regarded grammar schools


Location

South Rauceby is a charming village with an award-winning pub and restaurant, a village hall, community groups and a nearby rail station. The village offers a peaceful rural setting yet within easy reach of nearby market towns and a wide range of amenities.

Around three miles away is Sleaford, home to a variety of independent shops, cafés and restaurants. To the northwest lies Newark-on-Trent (17 miles), with its castle, picturesque riverside setting and rich history.

Meanwhile, the historic city of Lincoln (19 miles, a 40-minute journey) offers a vibrant mix of cobbled streets, independent shops, galleries, cultural attractions, and an impressive hilltop cathedral and castle. Further afield, the beautiful town of Stamford, around 30 miles to the south (45 minutes), is well worth a visit and Burghley House and Park play host to a range of events, including the annual horse trials in September.

The local area offers a wealth of fantastic leisure and recreational amenities. Belton House is a 15-minute drive (9.5 miles) and sits within 1,300 acres of parkland, walking trails, a miniature railway, and an adventure playground. Other attractions nearby include the Belton Woods Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, Elms Farm Equestrian Centre, and Ancaster Leisure, which is the region’s largest outdoor activity centre.

The A1 is accessed at Grantham to the south and Newark to the north, both with direct rail services to London (train journey times to London between 70 and 80 mins).

Please note: mileages are all approximate.


Schools

The property is located just a short distance from Rauceby Church of England Primary School (rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted).

For secondary education, Sleaford has two highly rated grammar schools – Carre’s Grammar School (for boys) and Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for girls) – and St. George’s Academy (a mixed, non-selective secondary).

Grantham (11 miles), less than 20 minutes away, is home to two further grammar schools – The King’s School (for boys) and Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School. Other popular secondary schools include Greenfields Academy and Walton Academy (both rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted).

Independent schools in the area include Highfields (in Newark) and the Lincoln Minster Schools (prep and senior).
Prospective buyers should check the latest admissions policies and catchment areas directly with the relevant local authorities.


Services:

Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil-fired central heating
Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council
Council Tax Band: F
EPC: D
Tenure: Freehold