SUMMARY
The most fabulous opportunity to purchase a beautifully built limestone 6-bedroom property in the quaint hamlet of Lenton. The home is exquisite in design and boasts flexible living accommodation and the most fabulous views from the south facing garden.
DESCRIPTION
Hurfords proudly presents an extraordinary, newly completed stone-built residence, spanning over 5,500 sq. ft. of meticulously designed living space. Set within a picturesque rural landscape, this exclusive property commands breathtaking, uninterrupted views of South Lincolnshire's rolling hills and includes a prestigious 2.27-acre paddock (STS), offering a lifestyle of luxury and tranquility.
Exceptional Ground Floor:
o Flexible, Bespoke Living Spaces: Thoughtfully crafted for modern living, the ground floor boasts three elegant reception rooms, each offering a refined environment for relaxation and entertainment. The principal sitting room features a bespoke Jotel wood-burning stove, providing a warm, inviting ambiance for intimate evenings.
o Stunning Kitchen/Dining/Family Area: This expansive, light-filled space is an entertainer's dream, with panoramic doors that open onto the south-facing terrace, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Premium finishes, a 3m long island with quartz worktops, state-of-the-art appliances including downdraft induction hob, boiling water tap and wine cooler, with soaring ceilings create a dramatic yet welcoming atmosphere that epitomizes luxury.
o Utility and Plant Rooms: A generous utility room and dedicated plant room, housing cutting-edge systems, ensure the home is as practical as it is beautiful. Additionally, a ground floor shower room offers the potential for a guest bedroom suite, enhancing the home's versatility.
Exquisite First Floor:
o Six Lavish Double Bedrooms: The upper floor features six sumptuously appointed double bedrooms, three of which boast opulent en-suite bathrooms. The principal suite, a true sanctuary, is complemented by a bespoke dressing room and enjoys commanding, south-facing views over the idyllic countryside.
o Luxurious Family Bathroom: The remaining bedrooms share a spectacular family bathroom, fitted with a walk-in rainfall shower, a striking freestanding bathtub, and premium sanitaryware, creating a serene, spa-like retreat.
o Architectural Mastery: The open, double-height landing emphasizes the grandeur of the property, allowing natural light to flood in while framing views of the sweeping landscapes.
Impressive Exterior:
o Private Annex: A self-contained annex adds unparalleled flexibility, perfect for hosting guests, generating Airbnb income, or serving as a high-end home office. Complete with its own kitchen to the same premium finish as the main house, bedroom, and bathroom, this space ensures total privacy and independence.
o Expansive Double Garage: A capacious double garage provides ample storage and secure parking for luxury vehicles.
o Sustainability Meets Innovation: The property is powered by advanced air-source heat pumps, ensuring energy efficiency, while a state-of-the-art water treatment plant underscores the home's commitment to modern sustainability.
o 2.27-Acre Paddock: The adjoining 2.27-acre paddock offers limitless possibilities, with outbuildings providing potential for equestrian facilities, recreational spaces, or further development, subject to permissions. The paddock boasts its own outbuildings, electrics, mains water and sewerage.
o The house is completely enclosed behing electric and remotely operated front gates, as is the detached garage.
o CCTV - Victoria House has been installed with state of the art 4K CCTV with remote access as well as a Smart House Alarm System.
In essence, this rare and exquisite residence embodies the pinnacle of rural luxury living, offering a unique opportunity for discerning buyers to acquire a home of distinction in one of South Lincolnshire's most coveted settings. Private viewings are essential to fully appreciate the unrivaled craftsmanship and exclusivity this property affords.
The property sits in a very attractive rolling Lincolnshire landscape surrounded by farmland up a private drive on the edge of the hamlet of Lenton, 8 miles (about 10 - 15 mins) southeast of Grantham. Although tiny, Lenton has an active C14th church, and - a stone's throw from the property - Lavington Lake is a small and pretty, local fishing facility close to a farm with a shop famous for its Lavinton Lamb. The meat is of such high quality that it has received countless awards whilst featuring on the menus of Michelin Star restaurants. Larger villages nearby include Ingoldsby just a mile west, and the picturesque estate village of Irnham about 3 miles south where The Griffin Inn has a restaurant and luxurious rooms, and magnificent Irnham Hall is a popular venue for weddings.
The beautiful, old stone town of Stamford is 17 miles south (about 30 mins) which is a lovely place to visit with not only many independent shops, but the famous George Hotel on the river serving refreshments and meals; nearby is Burghley Park and House with its horse trials in September.
Other places to explore are the National Trust's Belton House about 10 miles northwest with 1,300 acres of parkland, and an adventure playground, all open to the public. Also here is Belton Woods 4-star Hotel and Spa, which has two golf courses, and Ancaster Leisure for outdoor activities such as go-karting, paintballing, shooting and archery. Even nearer about 5 miles south, is Grimsthorpe Castle Park & Gardens. For those wishing to visit London, Grantham station is around 15 minutes' drive with fast trains to Kings Cross taking approximately one hour, making this property particularly attractive if commuting.
The nearest primary school is Ingoldsby Academy rated Good by Ofsted only a mile away in the next village, with a C of E primary in Ropsley (4 miles), also rated Good. In the private sector, prep school Witham Hall is 11 miles south in Witham-on-the-Hill.
There is a wide choice of excellent state secondary education with Grantham 8 miles away providing grammar schools (requiring the 11+ entrance exams) Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School and The King's School (for boys), both rated Outstanding by Ofsted, also, for instance, Greenfields Academy and Walton Academy rated Good by Ofsted. Sleaford, about 13 miles north, has St. George's Academy, Carre's Grammar School, and Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for Girls), all rated Good, whilst co-ed Bourne Grammar School is rated Outstanding and is 10 miles south (about 15 mins).
Secondary independent education is at, for example, the Stamford Schools 15 miles (about 30 mins) south, as well as Oakham about 20 miles southwest (also 30 mins), Uppingham a little further, and Oundle about 37 miles south (45 mins).
Council Tax Band: G Tenure: Unknown
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SHARMAN QUINNEY NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
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