Main Road, Laughterton

A beautiful double bay fronted character cottage, ideally situated on a generous non estate plot within the village of Laughterton. Lovingly maintained by the current owners, The Chestnuts offers spacious and versatile living accommodation, occupying a wraparound plot of approximately 0.21 acres (STS). The accommodation comprises a porch, welcoming entrance hall, spacious lounge/diner, cosy sitting room, charming cottage style kitchen, utility room, cloakroom/WC, rear porch and a recently refitted ground floor shower room. To the first floor there are two particularly generous double bedrooms, with the principal bedroom having previously been two separate bedrooms and now offering an impressive amount of space. There is also an airing cupboard/walk in wardrobe and a family bathroom. Externally, the property is approached via two substantial gravelled driveways, providing extensive off-street parking for numerous vehicles. The attached garage/workshop offers excellent versatility and could be utilised as a home office, gym or hobby room or potentially converted to provide annex accommodation, subject to any necessary planning permissions and building regulation approvals. The gardens wrap beautifully around the property, with lawned areas to both the front and rear, complemented by established planting, gravelled areas, a patio seating terrace and a decked entertaining area, creating a wonderful setting for outdoor relaxation and family enjoyment. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the character, space and versatility this delightful village home has to offer. 

LOCATION Laughterton is a charming rural village situated approximately 9 miles west of Lincoln, within the parish of Kettlethorpe. Surrounded by attractive open countryside, the village enjoys a peaceful setting whilst remaining conveniently placed for access to Lincoln, Gainsborough and Newark, with excellent road connections via the nearby A57 and A1133. Laughterton has a traditional village character, with properties arranged along its historic main street, together with a local public house. The surrounding area provides plenty of opportunities for countryside walks and outdoor pursuits, with Millfield Golf Course located on the outskirts of the village. Further day-to-day amenities, including shops, schooling and healthcare facilities, can be found in the neighbouring villages of Newton-on-Trent, Torksey, Fenton and Saxilby, making Laughterton an appealing choice for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle within easy reach of larger centres. 

PORCH With main entrance door.  

ENTRANCE HALL With staircase to the first floor, double glazed windows to the front and side aspects and electric radiator.  

LOUNGE/DINER 18' 2" x 11' 11" (5.56m x 3.65m) With double glazed window and bay window to the front aspect and open fire set within a decorative fire surround.  

SITTING ROOM 12' 0" x 11' 6" (3.66m x 3.52m) With double glazed bay window to the front aspect and multi fuel burner set within a decorative fire surround. 

KITCHEN 15' 3" x 12' 11" (4.65m x 3.95m) Fitted with a solid wood range of wall and base units with work surfaces over, Belfast sink with mixer tap over, eye level electric oven, electric hob integrated fridge, space for dishwasher, log burner set within a feature brick fireplace, tiled splashbacks, spotlights, double glazed windows to the side and rear aspects and door to the garden. 

UTILITY ROOM 8' 7" x 8' 7" (2.64m x 2.64m) Fitted with a solid wood range of base units with work surface over, Belfast sink with mixer tap over, space for washing machine and double glazed window to the front aspect.  

CLOAKROOM/WC With close coupled WC, wall mounted wash hand basin and tiled flooring.  

REAR PORCH With additional entrance door and personnel door to the garage/workshop.  

SHOWER ROOM 9' 8" x 8' 3" (2.96m x 2.54m) Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of shower cubicle, close coupled WC and pedestal wash hand basin, chrome towel radiator, tiled flooring, part tiled walls, spotlights and double glazed window to the rear aspect.  

FIRST FLOOR LANDING With two double glazed windows to the rear aspect.  

BEDROOM 1 17' 10" x 11' 10" (5.45m x 3.62m) Formerly two bedrooms, with two double glazed windows to the front aspect and two fitted wardrobes.  

BEDROOM 2 11' 10" x 11' 8" (3.63m x 3.58m) With double glazed window to the front aspect. 

AIRING CUPBOARD/WALK IN WARDROBE 6' 10" x 6' 4" (2.10m x 1.95m) With double glazed window to the side aspect and hot water tank.  

BATHROOM 8' 1" x 6' 9" (2.48m x 2.07m) Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of panelled bath, close coupled WC and wash hand basin in a vanity style unit, tiled flooring with underfloor heating, tiled splashbacks and double glazed window to the rear aspect. 

OUTSIDE The Chestnuts occupies a generous wraparound plot extending to approximately 0.21 acres (STS). To the front, a lawned garden sits behind a low level brick wall, featuring the mature horse chestnut tree from which the property takes its name. A substantial gravelled driveway to the left hand side provides ample off-street parking for numerous vehicles, while a further gated gravelled driveway to the right offers additional parking and vehicular access to the garage/workshop. The attractive rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn with well stocked flowerbeds and established shrubs, complemented by a large patio seating area with Summer House, a gravelled entertaining area and a further decked seating terrace, creating an ideal space for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. 

GARAGE/WORKSHOP 19' 5" x 15' 3" (5.94m x 4.65m) With electric roller door to the front, personnel doors to both the rear porch and driveway, two double glazed windows, light and power. Given its generous size and multiple access points, the garage offers excellent versatility and, in the agent's opinion, could make an ideal home office, gym or hobby room, or be converted to provide annex accommodation, subject to any necessary planning permissions and building regulation approvals.