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This property is no longer on the market
Floorplan
Map5 bedroom house
Sold STC
House
5 beds
3,767 sq ft / 350 sq m
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Features and description
SITUATION
Red Barn House is located to the northern edge of the ever-popular village of Castle Bytham which is a delightful South Lincolnshire conservation village blessed with many old stone properties. Over the years the village has expanded with some sympathetic modern housing creating a vibrant community with a recent consensus confirming a population numbering several hundred. One of the central features of the village is the Old Castle Mound, a former Norman Castle, though in the Domesday survey of 1086 the village was known as West Bytham as the castle had yet to be built.
There are a number of local amenities within the village to include two well established Public Houses; St. James’ Church believed to date back to Norman times; the Bythams Community Shop; a useful Doctors Surgery and a mobile post-office and Bus Service further connecting this quiet Village to the surrounding villages and towns. The market towns of Stamford, Oakham and Bourne are all within a convenient distance and provide a broader range of shopping opportunities and amenities whilst the Cathedral city of Peterborough and the town of Grantham, offer yet more interest and opportunity.
Castle Bytham sits in picturesque rolling countryside yet is minutes from the region’s arterial road network. The A1 is 4 miles to the west and allows the commuter very easy access north to Grantham, some 15 miles away and south, to Peterborough, some 25 miles. Both Grantham and Peterborough have main line railway stations with frequent fast trains providing options north and south. There are local train services also afforded from Stamford and Spalding.
Leisure facilities in the area are numerous and include popular golf courses such as Stoke Rochford, Greetham Valley, Luffenham Heath and Toft, whereas nearby Rutland Water caters for cycling, fishing and water sports. The surrounding countryside has numerous footpaths and bridleways providing ample opportunity for the walking enthusiast.
Red Barn House is well placed for convenient access to both private and state schooling with the well-regarded Witham Hall Prep School but four miles away. Bourne Grammar is nearby and Stamford, Oakham, Uppingham and Oundle are all within a reasonable driving distance.
DESCRIPTION
Constructed of mellow, honey-coloured stone, this Grade II listed former farmhouse displays many Georgian characteristics typical of the period. High ceilings, large bright reception rooms, sash windows and panelled doors combine with recent refurbishments and modern interior styling into a home of great quality. The south facing elevation, overlooking the enclosed and sheltered gardens, has an attractive stone-mullioned façade and affords the principal interior rooms lots of natural light. The private driveway and spacious stone Garage Barn to the rear, complete this elegant country residence.
The gravel drive curves to the rear of the property and arrives in front of the stone Barn and Garage. Entering Red Barn House, there is a choice of routes to the heart of the home. Turning left and into the large Breakfast Kitchen, the feeling of space is immediate. A stunning room, recently refurbished, there is enough space to prepare food, dine and relax and enjoy family life. The hand made solid-wood wall and base units combine with ample work surfaces and a marble tiled floor. An outside door leads to the rear of the property and driveway allowing immediate access if required and there is a further exterior stable door allowing access to the sunny terraced seating area and south facing gardens. Off the Kitchen is a spacious Pantry and door to the barn/garage.
Returning to the centre of the house, the original front door opens into the central Reception Hallway with a large sash window at first floor level ensuring large amounts of natural light within this double height space. From here may be accessed two of the principal reception rooms being the Drawing Room and alternative Sitting Room which might easily be a formal Dining Room. Both rooms enjoy impressive proportions, elegant floor to ceiling sash windows with views across the south facing gardens and central fireplaces with attractive surrounds. Completing the ground floor accommodation are a Study with feature fireplace and wood burner, a large Utility Room with own exterior access doubling conveniently as Boot Room, and simple Stone Store.
From the Reception Hall an attractive carpeted staircase leads to the first-floor landing and Bedroom accommodation. The Principal Bedroom enjoys southerly views, generous en-suite bathroom and plentiful storage space. Along the landing, is an equally large double Bedroom with own en-suite, walk-in wardrobe and views to the gardens. There are two further large double bedrooms along the landing before a return towards the stairs finds the family bath and shower room with the fifth bedroom completing the first floor.
OUTSIDE
Red Barn House has evolved over time from farmhouse to family home and the elegant Georgian façade, once the front of the house, now overlooks the gardens. Stone walls ensure the garden is private and secure, with an attractive path leading from the house to a pedestrian gate to the village road. To the rear, the gravelled drive leads from the road to a large parking area with central lawn and access to the rear doors to the house and large attached garage barn. The original barn now serves as a spacious garage with two sets of timber doors, parking for two cars and power and light. The vaulted ceiling has exposed original timbers and there is an inner-door allowing access to the house.
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating. None of the services have been tested by the agents.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fitting and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY
South Kesteven District Council:[use Contact Agent Button]
VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West,
[use Contact Agent Button]
DIRECTIONS
Entering Castle Bytham Village from the south along Station Road, take the right fork before The Castle Inn public House on to Castlegate. This small road becomes Glen Road as it winds passed the village pond and various properties to the right and left. Red Barn House may be found on the right-hand side after approximately 600 yards. From the north and west, before the village proper, leave Morkery Lane and take the first left turn on to Water Lane. Proceed to the end of Water Lane and turn left on to Glen Road. Red Barn House may be found on the right-hand side after approximately 75yards.
Important Notice
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification and address at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard. February 2021
Red Barn House is located to the northern edge of the ever-popular village of Castle Bytham which is a delightful South Lincolnshire conservation village blessed with many old stone properties. Over the years the village has expanded with some sympathetic modern housing creating a vibrant community with a recent consensus confirming a population numbering several hundred. One of the central features of the village is the Old Castle Mound, a former Norman Castle, though in the Domesday survey of 1086 the village was known as West Bytham as the castle had yet to be built.
There are a number of local amenities within the village to include two well established Public Houses; St. James’ Church believed to date back to Norman times; the Bythams Community Shop; a useful Doctors Surgery and a mobile post-office and Bus Service further connecting this quiet Village to the surrounding villages and towns. The market towns of Stamford, Oakham and Bourne are all within a convenient distance and provide a broader range of shopping opportunities and amenities whilst the Cathedral city of Peterborough and the town of Grantham, offer yet more interest and opportunity.
Castle Bytham sits in picturesque rolling countryside yet is minutes from the region’s arterial road network. The A1 is 4 miles to the west and allows the commuter very easy access north to Grantham, some 15 miles away and south, to Peterborough, some 25 miles. Both Grantham and Peterborough have main line railway stations with frequent fast trains providing options north and south. There are local train services also afforded from Stamford and Spalding.
Leisure facilities in the area are numerous and include popular golf courses such as Stoke Rochford, Greetham Valley, Luffenham Heath and Toft, whereas nearby Rutland Water caters for cycling, fishing and water sports. The surrounding countryside has numerous footpaths and bridleways providing ample opportunity for the walking enthusiast.
Red Barn House is well placed for convenient access to both private and state schooling with the well-regarded Witham Hall Prep School but four miles away. Bourne Grammar is nearby and Stamford, Oakham, Uppingham and Oundle are all within a reasonable driving distance.
DESCRIPTION
Constructed of mellow, honey-coloured stone, this Grade II listed former farmhouse displays many Georgian characteristics typical of the period. High ceilings, large bright reception rooms, sash windows and panelled doors combine with recent refurbishments and modern interior styling into a home of great quality. The south facing elevation, overlooking the enclosed and sheltered gardens, has an attractive stone-mullioned façade and affords the principal interior rooms lots of natural light. The private driveway and spacious stone Garage Barn to the rear, complete this elegant country residence.
The gravel drive curves to the rear of the property and arrives in front of the stone Barn and Garage. Entering Red Barn House, there is a choice of routes to the heart of the home. Turning left and into the large Breakfast Kitchen, the feeling of space is immediate. A stunning room, recently refurbished, there is enough space to prepare food, dine and relax and enjoy family life. The hand made solid-wood wall and base units combine with ample work surfaces and a marble tiled floor. An outside door leads to the rear of the property and driveway allowing immediate access if required and there is a further exterior stable door allowing access to the sunny terraced seating area and south facing gardens. Off the Kitchen is a spacious Pantry and door to the barn/garage.
Returning to the centre of the house, the original front door opens into the central Reception Hallway with a large sash window at first floor level ensuring large amounts of natural light within this double height space. From here may be accessed two of the principal reception rooms being the Drawing Room and alternative Sitting Room which might easily be a formal Dining Room. Both rooms enjoy impressive proportions, elegant floor to ceiling sash windows with views across the south facing gardens and central fireplaces with attractive surrounds. Completing the ground floor accommodation are a Study with feature fireplace and wood burner, a large Utility Room with own exterior access doubling conveniently as Boot Room, and simple Stone Store.
From the Reception Hall an attractive carpeted staircase leads to the first-floor landing and Bedroom accommodation. The Principal Bedroom enjoys southerly views, generous en-suite bathroom and plentiful storage space. Along the landing, is an equally large double Bedroom with own en-suite, walk-in wardrobe and views to the gardens. There are two further large double bedrooms along the landing before a return towards the stairs finds the family bath and shower room with the fifth bedroom completing the first floor.
OUTSIDE
Red Barn House has evolved over time from farmhouse to family home and the elegant Georgian façade, once the front of the house, now overlooks the gardens. Stone walls ensure the garden is private and secure, with an attractive path leading from the house to a pedestrian gate to the village road. To the rear, the gravelled drive leads from the road to a large parking area with central lawn and access to the rear doors to the house and large attached garage barn. The original barn now serves as a spacious garage with two sets of timber doors, parking for two cars and power and light. The vaulted ceiling has exposed original timbers and there is an inner-door allowing access to the house.
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating. None of the services have been tested by the agents.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fitting and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY
South Kesteven District Council:[use Contact Agent Button]
VIEWING
The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West,
[use Contact Agent Button]
DIRECTIONS
Entering Castle Bytham Village from the south along Station Road, take the right fork before The Castle Inn public House on to Castlegate. This small road becomes Glen Road as it winds passed the village pond and various properties to the right and left. Red Barn House may be found on the right-hand side after approximately 600 yards. From the north and west, before the village proper, leave Morkery Lane and take the first left turn on to Water Lane. Proceed to the end of Water Lane and turn left on to Glen Road. Red Barn House may be found on the right-hand side after approximately 75yards.
Important Notice
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification and address at the point any sale is agreed in order to comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. King West asks for your co-operation in this regard. February 2021
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King West was established in Market Harborough in 1998, and as the business grew, a second office was opened in Stamford. Our London affiliate has further allowed us to increase our reach and expand the services we are able to offer. In addition to handling the sale of residential and agricultural land and property, we offer a full range of complementary specialised services to ensure our customers can rely on us no matter what. We are regulated by the RICS, and members of CAAV, TPOS and CLA. We believe our continued success owes much to the outstanding commitment of our highly experienced, friendly team of professionals. We strive to go above and beyond for our clients, whether that is something as simple as taking a phone call outside traditional working hours or assisting with the complex legal issues that sometimes accompany a property or land transaction. We pride ourselves on being a ‘high-touch’ agency, which means we are highly involved with our clients to ensure things remain as simple as possible.