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£1,250,0007 bedroom detached house for sale
Town Street, Newark NG23
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Detached house
7 beds
4 baths
2.00 acre(s)
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band F
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Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- A fine Georgian Grade II starred listed former rectory with the Priest House dating to C16th
- In a private, secluded position in a quiet village location
- Finely proportioned, elegant rooms with high ceilings and large windows
- Superb main entrance with 3-flight staircase circa 1730, 3 further entrances and 2 further sets of stairs
- 6 reception rooms, 5 in Georgian part, one in The Priest House
- Large dressing room leading to spacious family bathroom
- Bespoke fitted timber kitchen with integrated appliances with adjoining breakfast room and utility room with fitted cupboards
- Barn containing garage, workshop, WC, storeroom and wood store with potential for conversion (STP) e.g. extra accommodation/office
- Parking for numerous vehicles
- Partly walled gardens with mature trees, shrubs, lawns and seating areas surrounded by mature grounds of approximately 1.5 acres
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A magnificent, grade II starred listed, predominantly Georgian former rectory stands in a secluded position in the little village of Westborough. Not far from the border with Nottinghamshire and about 8 miles between Grantham and Newark on Trent, it is also conveniently close to the A1.
The 7 bedroom property is rich in decorative features and presented in very good order and surrounded by mature verdant grounds of about 1.5 acres.
Fast trains from Grantham and Newark take around an hour into central London and to cities to the north such as Leeds. Nottingham is about a 40 minute drive west, whilst highly sought after state and independent schools are in the area making this a superb, elegant, country residence for a commuter with a family.
· A fine Georgian former rectory with the Priest House dating to C16th
· Red brick with stone quoins and striking central pediment
· Grade II starred listed with original decorative features throughout
· In a private, secluded position in a quiet village location
· Surrounded by mature grounds of approximately 1.5 acres
· Well maintained and in very good decorative order throughout
· Finely proportioned, elegant rooms with high ceilings and large windows
· Floors of stone, quarry tiles and timber floorboards
· Superb main entrance with 3-flight staircase circa 1730
· 3 further entrances and 2 further sets of stairs
· 6 reception rooms, 5 in Georgian part, one in The Priest House
· 6 to 7 bedrooms, 2 en suite, over first and second floors
· Large dressing room leading to spacious family bathroom
· Bespoke fitted timber kitchen with integrated appliances
· Adjoining breakfast room and utility room with fitted cupboards
· Boot room with sink; downstairs cloakroom with WC and basin
· Extensive cellars accessed from rear hall
· Series of large attic rooms on second floor
· Barn containing garage, workshop, WC, storeroom and wood store
· Barn with potential for conversion (STP) e.g. extra accommodation/office
· Sweeping gravelled driveway with turning circle to front
· Parking for numerous vehicles
· Partly walled gardens with mature trees, shrubs, lawns and seating areas
Location
Midway between Grantham and Newark and just off the A1, the property is in the middle of the little village of Westborough which has a church dedicated to All Saints dating to the early 13th century and an active village hall. Only a mile to the west, Long Bennington is a very well served village with a school, a medical centre with dispensary, a Co-op, two pubs serving good food as well as Whittaker’s Bar & Restaurant with fine dining, a café, a fish and chip shop and an Indian takeaway. It also has a busy village hall which hosts a post office twice a week, fitness classes and clubs such as mums and toddlers, a gardening club, a thriving WI and a drama group with live productions. A football and a bowls club are housed at The Pavilion, also a well-equipped children’s playground. Long Bennington combines with surrounding villages such as Westborough to form a Rotary Club that meets twice a month.
The Viking Way and the River Witham pass through Westborough and there are many good cycle routes in the surrounding countryside with stunning scenery and wildlife.
Schools
Long Bennington, a mile to the west, has a C of E primary school which is rated Good by Ofsted. For secondary education, there is a wide choice of very good schools including several grammar schools in the area. Grantham has the co-ed Priory Ruskin Academy rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as well as the famous King’s School (for boys) and Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School which are extremely highly regarded state grammar schools also rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Other popular secondary schools are Greenfields Academy and Walton Academy both rated Good. Newark has some excellent schools too, state and independent.
Seller Insights
“We first came to Westborough in 1988. We fell in love with The Old Rectory as soon as we saw it; there is a wonderful sense of history here.”
“The views from the house to the garden are beautiful and we have enjoyed the garden through the changing seasons with its wonderful birdsong.”
“The two principal rooms are a great place to entertain family and friends and visiting children always find it an adventurous place to explore, particularly the attics and cellars.”
“Westborough is a beautiful, peaceful, small village with a strong sense of community and an active village hall. As dog owners we have enjoyed many country walks straight from the door, with the Viking Way close by.”
Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil-fired central heating
Local Authority: South Kesteven District Council
Council Tax Band: F & B
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: Exempt
The 7 bedroom property is rich in decorative features and presented in very good order and surrounded by mature verdant grounds of about 1.5 acres.
Fast trains from Grantham and Newark take around an hour into central London and to cities to the north such as Leeds. Nottingham is about a 40 minute drive west, whilst highly sought after state and independent schools are in the area making this a superb, elegant, country residence for a commuter with a family.
· A fine Georgian former rectory with the Priest House dating to C16th
· Red brick with stone quoins and striking central pediment
· Grade II starred listed with original decorative features throughout
· In a private, secluded position in a quiet village location
· Surrounded by mature grounds of approximately 1.5 acres
· Well maintained and in very good decorative order throughout
· Finely proportioned, elegant rooms with high ceilings and large windows
· Floors of stone, quarry tiles and timber floorboards
· Superb main entrance with 3-flight staircase circa 1730
· 3 further entrances and 2 further sets of stairs
· 6 reception rooms, 5 in Georgian part, one in The Priest House
· 6 to 7 bedrooms, 2 en suite, over first and second floors
· Large dressing room leading to spacious family bathroom
· Bespoke fitted timber kitchen with integrated appliances
· Adjoining breakfast room and utility room with fitted cupboards
· Boot room with sink; downstairs cloakroom with WC and basin
· Extensive cellars accessed from rear hall
· Series of large attic rooms on second floor
· Barn containing garage, workshop, WC, storeroom and wood store
· Barn with potential for conversion (STP) e.g. extra accommodation/office
· Sweeping gravelled driveway with turning circle to front
· Parking for numerous vehicles
· Partly walled gardens with mature trees, shrubs, lawns and seating areas
Location
Midway between Grantham and Newark and just off the A1, the property is in the middle of the little village of Westborough which has a church dedicated to All Saints dating to the early 13th century and an active village hall. Only a mile to the west, Long Bennington is a very well served village with a school, a medical centre with dispensary, a Co-op, two pubs serving good food as well as Whittaker’s Bar & Restaurant with fine dining, a café, a fish and chip shop and an Indian takeaway. It also has a busy village hall which hosts a post office twice a week, fitness classes and clubs such as mums and toddlers, a gardening club, a thriving WI and a drama group with live productions. A football and a bowls club are housed at The Pavilion, also a well-equipped children’s playground. Long Bennington combines with surrounding villages such as Westborough to form a Rotary Club that meets twice a month.
The Viking Way and the River Witham pass through Westborough and there are many good cycle routes in the surrounding countryside with stunning scenery and wildlife.
Schools
Long Bennington, a mile to the west, has a C of E primary school which is rated Good by Ofsted. For secondary education, there is a wide choice of very good schools including several grammar schools in the area. Grantham has the co-ed Priory Ruskin Academy rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as well as the famous King’s School (for boys) and Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School which are extremely highly regarded state grammar schools also rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Other popular secondary schools are Greenfields Academy and Walton Academy both rated Good. Newark has some excellent schools too, state and independent.
Seller Insights
“We first came to Westborough in 1988. We fell in love with The Old Rectory as soon as we saw it; there is a wonderful sense of history here.”
“The views from the house to the garden are beautiful and we have enjoyed the garden through the changing seasons with its wonderful birdsong.”
“The two principal rooms are a great place to entertain family and friends and visiting children always find it an adventurous place to explore, particularly the attics and cellars.”
“Westborough is a beautiful, peaceful, small village with a strong sense of community and an active village hall. As dog owners we have enjoyed many country walks straight from the door, with the Viking Way close by.”
Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil-fired central heating
Local Authority: South Kesteven District Council
Council Tax Band: F & B
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: Exempt
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Welcome to Fine & Country Lincolnshire and Grantham. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you can make, your home is both a financial and emotional investment. We take the instruction to sell your home as a privilege and a serious commitment to you. We value relationships above transactions and are incredibly proud that much of our business comes from referrals and repeat clients. We pride ourselves on our unique blend of local knowledge, outstanding customer service and intelligent and creative marketing strategies. We offer our clients an unparallel ability to promote their Lincolnshire properties to buyers around the UK, in particular the South East and internationally, with our network of over 300 offices and a flagship showroom in Mayfair, London. Our vast understanding of the Lincolnshire country homes market enables us to deliver the best result, whether you are buying or selling. Lincolnshire represents some of the best value country homes in the UK with excellent commuter connections (Grantham to London Kings Cross approximately 65 minutes) and access to the renowned Grammar school system. We understand how crucial the widespread exposure of your property is with the increasing mobility of buyers and the ways in which they access information. Fine and Country Lincolnshire and Grantham is owned by Matthew Brouwer MRICS, a Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer with over 12 years’ post qualified experience. Adam Lascelles is the Managing Director who has a wealth of residential and technical agency experience gained throughout the UK having previously owned and managed award winning flagship offices for a multitude of national and regional companies. Adam joined the business in July 2019 to continue the growth of this successful office. Ben Smith, Sales Manager & Valuer, further strengthens the team with many years experience in the property industry, gained throughout Lincolnshire. Rebecca Brouwer is a Director of the business and is responsible for the overall management of the office, accounting and marketing. Rebecca also leads our office fundraising programme which raises money for the Fine and Country Foundation, a charity dedicated to working with local homeless charities who need it most because we believe passionately that everybody deserves a place to call home. Alistair Le-Bas provides our office with in-house mortgage services. He is a Mortgage professional with over 15 years’ industry experience, fully qualified in all aspects of Mortgage advice and operates under the trading name 3D Mortgages. Alistair has access to the whole of the market and provides a bespoke and discreet personal service for our buyers and sellers. If you feel that we could be of any assistance to you with regards to either a sale or purchase, now or in the future please do not hesitate to get in contact with us. Fine & Country Lincolnshire and Grantham is regulated by The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and The Property Ombudsman.