College Farm 41 High Street | Laceby | North Lincolshire | DN37 7AB Step inside College Farm

INTRODUCTION front and rear, one of which includes a window seat, cornicing, dado Understood to date back to the 16th Century, this outstanding rail, painted timber fire surround with swag relief decoration and Grade II Listed four bedroom detached farmhouse is a home of cast iron fireplace on a flagged hearth, boxed central beam, TV undoubted character and intimate charm integral to the history of point and radiator in ornamental grille. the commuter village of Laceby. There are details aplenty to entrance and beguile the viewer: the blind fan light over the DINING ROOM 16’3 max. x 15’7 recessed arched entrance, shuttered sash windows, superb timber A further dual aspect room ideal for family celebrations centred on fire surrounds and unusual sliding vent to the utility door, however, the wide cast iron stove in brick fireplace with raised flagged College Farm is not a museum – it is a vibrant living home proud hearth, two radiator and central beam. of its history. REAR ENTRANCE HALL The main reception hall defines the home with its flagged floor, Sealed quarry tiled floor, delft rail, wainscot panelling, sash window distinctive open well staircase with bulb-on-vase baluster and to the side aspect, original meat hooks and radiator. panelled doors. The dual aspect drawing room with open fire and beam work is a stunning family room and the dining room with STUDY 9’9 x 7’8 large cast iron stove is ideal for family celebrations and relaxed Yorkshire sliding sash window overlooking the rear gardens, dinner parties. A side hallway leads past a study with garden views, radiator, cable broadband and telephone point. a practical utility and on to the 16’3 beamed breakfast kitchen with both gas fired Rayburn and separate six burner range – the UTILITY ROOM 9’9 x 7’10 informal social heart of the home. A uniquely practical room with Yorkshire sliding sash window to the side aspect, quarry tiled floor, a range of painted base units with The two principal bedrooms – both with fireplaces mentioned on inset Belfast style deep glazed sink and timber work surfacing, space the listing – lie to the front of this stunning home and an inner and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer and door hallway leading from bedroom two opens to a further two with unique sliding vent. bedrooms together with a traditionally appointed family bathroom. The accommodation is completed by a further shower room and KITCHEN 16’3 x 14’5 max. two large attics. The undoubted informal social heart of the home being appointed with a range of eau-de-nil base units with oak effect work surfacing Occupying a prominent corner position, College Farm enjoys including one and a half bowl ceramic sink unit, spaces for private lawned gardens to the side and rear which are best viewed refrigerator and freezer, panelled splash areas, inset six burner gas from the Clematis covered deck adjacent to the raised brick store range with steel back, beamed ceiling with meat hooks, high level and double gates allow vehicle access from Cooper Lane. storage cupboard with the original doors and shelves, further larder press, wide recess with inset boxed mantel shelf housing a College Farm is so much more than a collection of details: it is a gas fired Rayburn with drying dolly and antique gas lamp over, sash unique family home which delights and surprises at every turn. window to the side aspect and six panelled side entrance door.

College Farm – where your family history begins. FIRST FLOOR A staircase from the reception hall to: ACCOMMODATION Distinctive arched and recessed side entrance with six fielded HALF LANDING panelled door and blind fan light over to: To :

RECEPTION HALL BOX ROOM A wonderfully welcoming space with flagged floor and outstanding Fitted shelves, additional gas fired central heating boiler and beams. open well staircase with bulb-on-vase baluster rail and an L shaped corridor linking to the rear entrance hall. MAIN LANDING Sash window to the front aspect, ceiling rose and staircase to the CLOAKROOM 5’9 x 4’7 attics. With suite to include wash hand basin, low flush wc, exposed beam work to three walls. BEDROOM ONE 15’8 x 16’10 max. Shuttered sash window to the front aspect, beamed ceiling, two DRAWING ROOM 16’3 max. x 14’11 radiators, outstanding fireplace with wooden chimney pieces and A stunning dual aspect room with shuttered sash windows to the moulded cornice mantel and stone hearth. BEDROOM TWO 16’4 x 15’ Shuttered sash window to the front aspect, radiator, telephone point, painted central beam, two fitted hanging cupboards with original doors, exposed wall timbers and further stunning fireplace with wooden chimney piece and moulded cornice mantel. Steps and door up to:

INNER LANDING Radiator, sash window, picture rail.

BEDROOM THREE 16’ max. x 12’ A superb guest room with sliding sash window to the side aspect, beamed ceiling, radiator, painted decorative fireplace and fixed leaded window overlooking the rear landing.

BATHROOM 11’10 x 5’7 Traditional suite in white to include pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashback, close coupled wc, bath in timber panelled recess with telephone style mixer shower attachment, coving, radiator and airing cupboard.

BEDROOM FOUR 16’8 x 10’ plus 2’8 into the door recess Sash window to the side aspect, picture rail, central beam, radiator and painted fire surround with small cast grate.

From the main landing a staircase leads to an additional quarter landing with:

SHOWER ROOM 9’1 x 4’10 Vanity unit, close coupled wc, glazed and tiled shower enclosure, radiator, exposed wall timbers and part sloping ceiling.

Beyond this there is access to two attic spaces.

OUTSIDE The property occupies a prominent position on the corner of the High Street and Cooper Lane. A low coped wall with iron gate leads from the High Street to a block walkway which bisects a lavender edged lawn with traditional border. The walkway continues to the rear flagged terrace and there are steps up to the EPC Exempt raised lawn with inset Monkey Puzzle tree. There is also a useful brick built store with Clematis covered pergola over a box edged deck. The lawn continues to the remaining side of the property and high hedges ensure a high degree of security and privacy. Twin high timber gates open from Cooper Lane to the two car driveway.

NOTE The property enjoys the benefit of gas fired heating and hot water from the gas fired Rayburn situated in the kitchen and there is a supplementary gas fired boiler.

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. Copyright © 2016 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in and Wales. Company Reg. No. 3844565 Registered Office: 46 Oswald Road, , North , DN15 7PQ. Fine & Country Northern Lincolnshire Tel: +44 (01472 867 880 [email protected] Osborne Chambers, 25 Osborne Street, , Lincolnshire DN31 1EY