Red Barn HouseGlen Road | Castle Bytham | NG33 4RS

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Red Barn HouseRed Barn House is a home with history, grace and splendour that has the advantage of being immersed in wonderful country scenery and an idyllic community life. It is a home that is situated at the centre of all things being only a short drive to schools, shops and transport links. “We loved the style of the house,” explains Sheila, “it’s a very spacious home with classic Georgian features, the size and proportions of the rooms are grand and elegant but always make you feel cosy and welcome. It’s an amazing family home with plenty of space and a light airy feel to it.”

“Red Barn House has so much character and there are elements of the farmhouse that have evolved from a time much earlier than the Georgian period. But that’s typical of several properties in the village – some date from the 15th century. The village has historical connections from as far back as ancient Roman times to the remains of a Norman motte-and-bailey castle. It’s a friendly village that has a vibrant and caring community with lots of activities throughout the year, for adults and children alike. The annual fair is always a popular event, so too the Christmas parties at the village hall.”

“The setting could not be better,” adds Philip, “it’s truly an idyllic place. We’re so fortunate to have such unspoilt countryside around us, and so much opportunity for long walks, cycling or horse riding and plenty of paths and bridal ways to take advantage of. The schools in this locale are exceptional and offer a great variety of choice for children of all ages. It’s only a short drive to the beautiful stone town of Stamford with its cosmopolitan shops and restaurants. Peterborough, with its exceptional rail links is not much further, and I’ve found it equally easy to commute to both London and Nottingham during our time here.”

“Living here has been everything we thought it would be,” adds Sheila, “we fell in love with it the moment we walked in 17 years ago and we still feel the same way about it today. This has been so much more than a house – it’s been a home and a home in the truest sense. Red Barn House has such a lovely feel about it and we shall miss its grandeur, its warmth and its charm.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

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SITUATIONRed Barn House is centrally located in the picturesque and popular Lincolnshire village of Castle Bytham. The village has a thriving community and offers local amenities and it is a just a few minutes walk from the property to the historic Church, village shop and two pubs. The lovely Georgian town of Stamford, 7 miles to the south, has more extensive shopping plus bars, restaurants, a busy Arts Centre and Burghley House has many attractions including gardens, parkland and golf.

The property is well placed for road access with the A1 just 4 miles to the East, whilst Stamford station has rail links to the Midlands and connections to Peterborough station for the high speed train link to London Kings Cross. The area is excellently served for education with the private schools at Witham-on-the-Hill, Stamford, Oakham and Uppingham all within driving distance, and local state schools include the Grammar Schools in Bourne and Grantham. It is an easy drive to Rutland Water which offers outdoor leisure pursuits and the lovely countryside surrounding the house itself offers many public footpaths and walks.

DESCRIPTIONBuilt in honey-coloured stone, this Grade II Listed Georgian farmhouse retains many design features typical of its era, including high ceilings; large, light reception rooms with sash windows; and solid wood panelled doors throughout. Red Barn House sits within enclosed and sheltered gardens and has a handsome stone-mullioned façade which is

south-facing, flooding the house with natural light. Internally the property has impressive reception rooms, a stunning kitchen/breakfast room and versatile living space, all of which make it both an elegant and comfortable family home. Red Barn House is a lovely country residence in a sought-after location.

GROUND FLOORThe front door opens into the striking, double height entrance hall with dado rail and plenty of natural light from the large sash window facing to the front. The stairs lead to the first floor and doors on each side to the main reception rooms.

DRAWING ROOMAn impressive room with an elegant floor-to-ceiling sash window and lovely views of the garden. The open fire has a marble hearth and surround and painted mantle and there is a decorative cornice. Internal double glass doors lead to the rear hall.

DINING ROOMIn typical Georgian style this is the mirror-image of the drawing room on the other side of the entrance hall. It too has a stunning floor-to-ceiling sash window, decorative cornice and open fire with marble inset and painted mantle, making this an impressive room for entertaining. A door leads through to the adjoining Snug.

SNUGWith windows on two walls and a wood-burning stove this is an ideal relaxed family space with period character coming from the original ceiling timbers. A door leads through to the utility room.

UTILITY ROOMAn extremely spacious and practical room housing the boiler, a range of pine wall and base units, double stainless steel sink with drainer, and plumbing for dishwasher, washing machine and tumble-dryer. The original chimney breast with timber overmantle remains, the floor is tiled and a stable door leads to the rear garden and parking area.

The rear hall has two entrance doors from the back garden and parking area, and leads from the reception rooms at the front to the kitchen/breakfast room at the far end of the ground floor.

CLOAKROOMTiled floor, WC and basin.

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KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOMThis stunning room was fitted seven years ago and provides excellent space for eating, cooking and family life. The kitchen itself comprises a wide range of cream, hand-built solid-wood wall and base units with marble work surface and marble tiled floor. The double-Belfast sink with mixer tap is set into a solid wood drainer and has a decorative plate rack above. The centre-piece is the four-oven oil-fired Aga with separate electric hob. The original stone fireplace and hearth has been retained giving the room particular character and a built-in dresser has glass fronted display cupboards and further storage. There is ample space for a large table and chairs as well as a central island unit with solid-wood work surface, preparation sink with waste disposal unit and space for bar-stool seating. Integrated appliances include an under-counter fridge and dishwasher. An outside door leads to the back garden and a stable door leads to the sunny seating area in the front garden. Off the kitchen an inner-hall leads to the large walk-in Larder with cold shelf and a door to the barn/garage.

FIRST FLOORCarpeted stairs lead to the landing with window looking over the back of the house, airing cupboard and access to all the bedrooms.

MASTER BEDROOMA light, south-facing room whose wide original sash-windows have lovely views over the front garden and to the castle mound beyond. Fitted wardrobes, cream carpet and a door to the:

EN SUITE BATHROOMWith white suite comprising bath, WC, and basin with shaving point.

GUEST BEDROOMSimilar in layout to the master bedroom with the same views across to the castle mound, making a lovely guestroom, this has sash-windows to the front, fitted wardrobes and a door to the:

EN SUITE BATHROOMWith white suite comprising bath, WC and basin with shaving point.

BEDROOM THREESash window with views to the rear of the house, fitted wardrobe.

BEDROOM FOURA spacious room with two windows.

FAMILY BATHROOMRecently fitted, with marble floor and wall tiles and white suite comprising bath, WC, basin and separate shower cubicle. Shaving point and heated towel rail.

BEDROOM FIVEWith a window to the side overlooking the lane.

OUTSIDEThe property’s elegant, Georgian façade overlooks the front garden which is bounded on each side by stone-built walls. A path leads from the front door to a gate on to the village lane. To the rear, the gravelled drive leads from the road to a large gravelled area with central lawn, parking and access to the back doors and large attached barn.

GARDENSThe sunny, south-facing front garden is enclosed on each side by honey-coloured stone-walls, and edged with borders planted with a range of mature shrubs and trees, plus flowering fruit trees. It is mostly laid to lawn with a gravelled seating area directly in front of the house and access from the kitchen/breakfast room. At the back of the house, the garden comprises a central area of lawn around which runs a stone-flag path with small flower beds edged with box-hedging.

BARN/GARAGEThe original adjoining barn now serves as a spacious garage with two sets of double timber doors, parking for two cars and power and light. The vaulted ceiling retains the original roof timbers and an inner-door allows internal access to the house.

All fitted carpets are included.Services: Mains water and drainage, electricity. Oil-fired central heating.Local Authority: South Kesteven District CouncilTenure: Freehold

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 30.06.2015

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