Description
A charming and supremely elegant character home that combines period features from top to bottom with the comfort and ease of contemporary living.
Description - Nestled away down a quiet lane in this 'chocolate box' village, this beautiful residence stands prominently with its 18th Century elevations and beautifully landscaped garden. Accommodation briefly includes an entrance hall adjoining a light and airy garden room, a 'Hill Farm' country Aga kitchen, stunning dining room, a useful utility/boot room with fitted units, four double bedrooms and two bathrooms, including an ensuite to the master.
Outside - The current owners have meticulously improved and updated the exterior space in recent years, having spared very little expense. Completely enclosed around a central lawn with various seating and entertaining areas, some under pagodas and some on paved terraces, the outside space further benefits from a dedicated studio which is suitable for a number of hobbies and uses, as well as further development (subject to planning). Opposite, there are a number of outbuildings including a garage, workshop and a log store.
Location - This charming and popular village offers an array of period properties, including a plethora of listed buildings, a church and a public house.
Beckingham provides fantastic access to a number of transport routes in the vicinity, notably the A17, A1 and A46. The neighbouring market town of Newark lies 6 miles west of the village, providing a convenient route to Newark North Gate rail connections, including high speed links to London in 1 hour 18 minutes and Nottingham in 23 minutes. A charming market town steeped in history, Newark-on-Trent is dotted with attractive Georgian architecture, independent stores and relaxed bistros, all centralised around a cobbled market square. The town enjoys popular heritage sites including Newark Castle where visitors can take tours, view exhibitions or enjoy a stroll through the Victorian gardens. Other local attractions include a state-of-the-art cinema, a popular museum, art gallery and the town's notable Palace Theatre. There is a handful of interesting independent stores and antique shops in the town centre and a number of large supermarkets also close by. Newark markets are also popular among locals and visitors alike, offering fresh organic produce, locally-caught fish and artisan gifts.
Sleaford lies 14 miles east of the village, offering a good range of amenities, with the cathedral city of Lincoln and market town Grantham lying equidistant to the village, approximately 20 miles away.
Schools - The local village of Brant Broughton offers 'Good' Ofsted rated Brant Broughton C of E and Methodist Primary School. With The Newark Academy, Magnus Church of England Academy and Sir William Robertson Academy within easy reach of Beckingham. Highfields School offers private education in nearby Newark.
Services - The property is centrally heated throughout (oil) with mains water, electricity and drainage all connected.
Energy Performance - Rating: EPC exempt.
Council Tax - Band: F
Method Of Sale - The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty.
Tenure - Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Viewing - Strictly by prior arrangement with the Agents (01476 851400).
Additional Information - For further information, please contact Mount & Minster:
T: 01476 851400
e: info@mountandminster.co.uk
Buyer Identity Checks - Please note that prior to communicating any offer, Mount & Minster are required to verify the identity of the buyer to comply with the requirements of the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017.
