Church Lane, Pickworth, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34

An exceptional stone-built village home with elegant family accommodation and private gardens.

Description

Ashbourne House is an exceptional detached village home, thoughtfully designed and constructed in attractive stone under a traditional pantile roof. Combining timeless architectural character with modern comforts, the property offers beautifully proportioned accommodation extending to over two floors.

Approached via electrically operated screened gates, the property enjoys an immediate sense of arrival and privacy. A generous gravel driveway provides parking for several vehicles and leads to the integrated double garage, while mature planting frames the house and creates an attractive first impression.

Internally, the house is both elegant and welcoming, with oak flooring and solid oak internal doors flowing throughout much of the accommodation, creating warmth and continuity.

A covered entrance porch opens into an impressive reception hall, where the generous proportions immediately set the tone for the remainder of the home. The hall provides access to each of the principal reception rooms together with the first-floor accommodation via a striking galleried staircase.

The heart of the home is undoubtedly the beautifully appointed kitchen and breakfast room. Finished with tiled flooring incorporating underfloor heating, the bespoke kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of painted oak cabinetry beneath polished granite work surfaces. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, induction hob, double ovens, a traditional butler sink with waste disposal unit, water filter and water softener. There is ample space for an American-style fridge freezer and a generous breakfast table, creating an ideal space for everyday family living. An oak glazed door leads through to a highly practical utility room offering additional storage, further sink facilities and space for laundry appliances. From here there is direct access to both the rear garden and the integrated double garage.

The reception accommodation is exceptionally versatile. Positioned to the front of the house, a bright dual-aspect reception room is currently utilised as a study, although equally suited as a snug, children's playroom or additional sitting room depending on individual requirements. The formal dining room is a wonderfully elegant entertaining space, enhanced by a large bay window which fills the room with natural light. Continuing oak flooring and provision for a fireplace create a room equally suited to formal occasions or relaxed family dining.

To the rear of the property, the principal sitting room provides an impressive yet comfortable living space. A magnificent inglenook fireplace with exposed stone surround and inset wood-burning stove forms an attractive focal point, while dual-aspect windows and bi-folding doors flood the room with natural light and seamlessly connect the interior with the adjoining terrace and gardens beyond. A well-appointed cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.

The first floor is arranged around an attractive galleried landing, providing access to four generously proportioned bedrooms.

The principal suite offers an excellent private retreat. Oak flooring continues through the bedroom into an adjoining dressing room, complete with fitted wardrobes and space for a dressing table. The luxurious en suite bathroom features a jacuzzi bath with integrated television, separate walk-in shower, vanity unit and bespoke fitted storage.

Bedrooms two and three are both generous dual-aspect double rooms, with bedroom two benefiting from fitted wardrobes, while bedroom four is another excellent double bedroom offering flexibility for family living or guest accommodation.

These bedrooms are served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom comprising a freestanding bath, separate shower enclosure, vanity unit and heated towel rail.

The gardens wrap gracefully around the property and provide an attractive balance of formal entertaining space and open lawn. A substantial paved terrace immediately adjoins the rear of the house, creating the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining throughout the warmer months.

The remainder of the garden is principally laid to lawn and enclosed by mature hedging and established trees, providing an excellent degree of privacy together with a safe environment for children and pets. Equally, the gardens offer an excellent blank canvas for those wishing to introduce more extensive landscaping.

The integrated double garage benefits from an electrically operated door together, with power and water connections, while the gravel driveway provides additional parking for approximately four to five vehicles. There is a 7kw EV car charger connected.

Location

The sought after village of Pickworth is an attractive and peaceful location surrounded by gently rolling countryside, ideally positioned approximately 10 miles equidistant from the thriving market towns of Grantham, Bourne and Sleaford.

The village is particularly well placed for schooling, lying within the catchment areas for Kesteven & Grantham Girls' School in Grantham, together with Carre's Grammar School in Sleaford. Well-regarded primary schools can be found in nearby Ropsley, Ingoldsby and Osbournby. There is also an excellent choice of independent schools, including Witham Hall, Grantham Preparatory School and Stamford School, while further selective education is available at Bourne Grammar School and The King's School, Grantham.

Everyday amenities are available in the nearby village of Billingborough, which offers a highly regarded GP surgery, Post Office and Co-operative supermarket.

Grantham provides a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities together with excellent transport connections. The town sits adjacent to the A1, providing convenient road access both north and south, whilst Grantham railway station offers regular East Coast Main Line services to London King's Cross in just over one hour, making the property an excellent choice for those seeking a rural lifestyle without compromising connectivity.

Square Footage: 2,535 sq ft



Additional Info

Services: Main water, electrics, drainage and oil central heating. The property benefits from underfloor heating in the kitchen and upstairs bathrooms.

Fixtures and Fittings: Only those items specifically mentioned within these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, including curtains, light fittings and garden ornaments, are expressly excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

All distances and journey times are approximate.