Back Lane, Cammeringham, Lincoln, LN1

Tucked away within the peaceful Lincolnshire countryside, this enchanting double-fronted stone cottage offers quintessential English country living in an idyllic setting. Dating back to the early Victorian era, this semi-detached home is constructed of mellow stone beneath a traditional pantile roof and is beautifully enveloped by established gardens and a charming wisteria-clad frontage.

Lovingly restored by the current owners over the past 18 years, the cottage retains an abundance of original character whilst seamlessly incorporating modern comforts. Period features include exposed stone walls, wooden flooring and original doors with handmade blacksmith latches.

Internally, the property offers a cosy sitting room centred around an elegant Victorian fireplace and a well-appointed family room with a charming log-burning stove, creating welcoming spaces for both relaxation and entertaining. The country kitchen, installed by Murdoch & Troon, is complemented by a generous utility room and boot room, perfectly suited to modern family living. The ground floor further benefits from a spacious family bathroom, whilst to the first floor are two well-proportioned double bedrooms together with a substantial 16ft storage room offering excellent versatility.

Outside, the grounds create a wonderfully private and tranquil environment. Manicured lawns, mature hedging and secluded seating areas are interspersed with well-stocked cottage gardens that provide colour and interest throughout the seasons.

A sweeping gravel driveway provides parking for up to four vehicles and leads to a detached double garage.
Despite its peaceful setting within the quiet village of Cammeringham, the property remains well connected, with the thriving village of Ingham just one mile away and the historic Cathedral City of Lincoln approximately seven miles from the property. This enchanting cottage offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy idyllic country living within easy reach of everyday amenities.


Key Features:

• Enchanting double-fronted, two-bedroom, Victorian stone cottage
• Quintessential English country living in the peaceful village of Cammeringham
• Semi-detached cottage constructed of mellow stone beneath a traditional pantile roof
• Charming wisteria-clad frontage with beautifully established gardens
• Lovingly restored and enhanced by the current owners over the past 18 years
• Wealth of original character features throughout
• Exposed stone walls, wooden flooring and original doors with handmade blacksmith latches
• Well-appointed family room with log burning stove installed by Ignite Stoves
• Cosy sitting room with exposed stone walls and elegant Victorian fireplace
• Bespoke Murdock and Troon kitchen with Belfast sink and solid wood worktops
• Belling double electric oven and hob; space for two further appliances
• Adjoining the kitchen is a generous utility / boot room with external door
• The utility room has an attractive arched window and space for two appliances
• Ground floor family bathroom fitted with a bath with shower over and traditional-style basin & WC
• Two well-proportioned double bedrooms to the first floor
• Substantial 16ft storage room on the first floor offering excellent versatility
• Double glazing throughout
• Insulated pantile roof replaced in 2015
• Detached double garage with an electric and manual sectional garage doors
• Garage has light and power and a loft room accessed by ladder
• Useful attached external store
• Beautifully landscaped cottage gardens with lawns, mature hedging and seating areas
• Timber summer house with light and power
• Sweeping gravel driveway providing parking for up to four vehicles
• Peaceful semi-rural setting within the sought-after village of Cammeringham
• Approximately one mile from Ingham and seven miles from the historic Cathedral City of Lincoln
• Convenient access to local amenities such as shops, restaurants and doctor’s surgery
(N.B. the initial part of the access is shared with the neighbouring property, this leads to a private driveway)


Seller’s Insight

“When we first purchased the cottage in 2007, it was cold, tired and in need of considerable attention, but we instantly fell in love with both the setting and the enormous potential it offered. For us, it represented a complete change of lifestyle — somewhere we could embrace the peace and beauty of the countryside whilst still having everyday amenities within easy reach.

There is something incredibly special about the setting here, it really is like stepping into your own Nancy Meyers moment. It truly feels like a home with a story to tell. Over the years, visitors have often stopped by to share their own memories of the cottage, which has helped us piece together more of its fascinating history. We understand the property was once a smallholding and historically served as a mail receiving house, an early part of the postal system before Post Offices existed.

Restoring the cottage has been a genuine labour of love. We have worked carefully to bring many of the original features back to life whilst sensitively introducing modern comforts. Significant improvements have included replacing all of the windows with in-keeping double glazing and installing a new pantile roof in 2015. The ground floor bathroom was originally the dairy, which is one of many reminders of the cottage’s heritage and evolution over time.

Around ten years ago, we installed the bespoke Murdoch & Troon kitchen, which feels very in keeping with the style and period of the cottage. The reception rooms are wonderfully cosy during the winter months, particularly with the log burner lit, whilst in the warmer months we spend as much time as possible enjoying the gardens.

“The gardens are peaceful and private, attracting an abundance of wildlife including visiting hedgehogs and toads, which we have always loved seeing. Despite the tranquil rural setting, the location is incredibly convenient. Waitrose Lincoln and the local Co-op are both easily accessible, there is an excellent doctor’s surgery within walking distance in Ingham, and we have a great choice of fantastic pubs such as The Dambusters Inn at Scampton and The Inn on the Green in Ingham. Hemswell Antique Centre is also nearby and makes for a wonderful afternoon of exploring.

It has been a privilege to restore and care for this beautiful cottage over the years, but now it feels like the right time for the next chapter and for someone new to enjoy everything this very special home has to offer."

“One quote that has always perfectly captured the feeling of the cottage and its setting is by Stewart Dick from The Cottage Homes of England;
‘Old cottages prefer to nestle snugly in shady valleys. The trees grow closely about it in an intimate, familiar way and at a little distance only the wreath of curly smoke tells of its presence.’

Location

Located just seven miles north of the historic Cathedral City of Lincoln, the property perfectly combines attractive countryside surroundings with convenient access to city amenities and lifestyle.

The thriving village of Ingham, just a mile away, has a primary school, shop, doctors’ surgery, two traditional pubs serving food, the Inn on the Green and the Black Horse, a village hall hosting various clubs and activities, a church, play park and tennis courts.

Lincoln is a vibrant city with a rich and interesting history – home to a magnificent cathedral, castle and cobbled streets brimming with character and culture. The city centre offers outstanding shopping, combining independent boutiques with popular high-street brands, as well as cafés, restaurants, and coffee shops. The city is home to two universities and the New Theatre Royal, which has an eclectic mix of family entertainment, comedy, dance, and music.

For access further afield and direct commuting to London, there are direct daily trains from Lincoln to London Kings Cross (travel time approximately 2hrs) and the A15 (North) provides easy access to the M180 motorway network and Humberside Airport, whilst there is also easy access west to the A1 at Markham Moor and Newark (A1) via the A46.

Schools

Ingham Primary School is located just a mile away and is rated Ofsted good in all categories. Alternatively there is Scampton Church of England Primary School located just under two miles away.

The nearest secondary is the popular William Farr C of E Comprehensive also Ofsted-rated Good located about 7 miles away in Welton.

Other options are the LSST Priory Academy in Lincoln (10 miles) rated Good and Outstanding and the well regarded grammar school in Gainsborough (14 miles), the Queen Elizabeth’s High School, rated Good.

In the independent sector, there is Lincoln Minster School, in the heart of the city (8 miles) which offers independent co-educational education from early years through to sixth form.
(Prospective buyers should check the latest admissions policies and catchment areas directly with the relevant local authorities.)

Services: Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Gas central heating
Local Authority: West Lindsey District Council
Council Tax Band: C
EPC: D
Tenure: Freehold