Darroll House, Asterby LN11 9UG

Darroll House Darroll House, Asterby, LN11 9UG

Darroll House represents a rare opportunity to acquire a flexible equestrian property nestling in a tranquil Wolds setting yet close to the market towns of Louth and . Situated well away from neighbouring properties, surrounded by some 4 acres (sts) of paddocks and gardens and featuring its own small lake this home offers terrific potential for a peaceful country lifestyle.

 Detached rural equestrian property with lake and paddocks  3 Bedrooms with en-suite to master, family shower room  2 Reception rooms, modern kitchen with pantry  Detached double garage, conservatory and utility room  uPVC double glazing and oil fired central heating  Range of loose boxes, tack room, stores and workshops  Extensive private grounds extending to 4 acres or thereabouts (sts)  Peaceful country location yet close to the market town of Louth

Sole Agents:

Cornmarket, Louth, Lincolnshire LN11 9QD

T 01507 350500 [email protected]

Introduction This introduction and particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of prospective purchasers. No responsibility is to be assumed for the accuracy of individual items. Please discuss the property with the agents before arranging to view. Situation Darroll House occupies a secluded, rural position in the Lincolnshire Wolds within the parish of Asterby and yet close to the market towns of Louth and Horncastle. This equestrian property is approached along a winding country road leading to a generous in and out driveway. Set within elegant mature grounds extending to some 4 acres (sts) with paddocks and small private lake. To reach the property you will drive south from Louth town centre heading towards Horncastle on the A153. After about 7 miles and just after the village of take the next turn to the right onto Ranyard Lane which is signposted to Asterby and Goulceby. Continue on Ranyard Lane for approximately half a mile and Darroll House is to be found on the right behind mature hedging. The delightful market town of Louth is only some 7 miles away and boasts an enviable collection of individual shops, supermarkets, restaurants, pubs and regular weekly markets. Louth boasts a fine range of primary and secondary schools with further facilities to be found in Lincoln some 30 miles distant. Louth is noted as a point on the Greenwich Meridian and former pupils include Alfred Lord Tennyson, Captain John Smith and the Astronaut Michael Foale. The Property Darroll House represents a rare opportunity to acquire a flexible equestrian property nestling in a tranquil country setting yet a short drive to wider amenities. Situated well away from neighbouring properties, this home offers terrific potential for a peaceful country lifestyle. The current house, from earlier origins, was constructed in the 1970’s and now offers a largely original proposition with later additions more reflective of a modern lifestyle. These include uPVC double glazing, conservatory, central heating, a modern kitchen, multi-fuel stoves and a detached double garage. Viewing Entrance Porch All viewings are accompanied and strictly by appointment The contemporary uPVC wood effect entrance door leads with the agents. into this useful porch with uPVC double-glazed windows and wood-finish floor with inset doormat. The shoe storage Fixtures and Fittings and coat rail add convenience. A second uPVC double- All fixtures and fittings, unless otherwise stated or agreed glazed door leads into the: are excluded from the sale but some may be available to purchase by separate negotiation. Dining Room Outgoings One of two principal reception rooms, the dining room The property is in Council Tax Band D features a handsome brick fireplace with wood burner, uPVC windows to two elevations, parquet-style wood floor, Tenure and a modern open-tread hardwood stairway (currently The property is freehold with vacant possession upon with stair lift) to upper floor, part-glazed internal door to completion. utility/kitchen area. Wall and ceiling lights add a pleasing Services ambiance. A useful cloak cupboard and the hatch to the Mains water and electricity are connected. The heating kitchen provide for added amenity and charm. system is oil-fired and drainage is to a private system. None of the services or appliances have been tested by the Open doorway to: agents. Sitting Room Accommodation Adjoining the dining room is this charming sitting room, The general layout of the property is shown on the again with parquet-style wood flooring. uPVC double-glazed enclosed floor plans and comprises the following: windows to the front and rear elevations, wall and ceiling The property is on two floors and briefly includes: lights, a lovely beamed ceiling and an original style fireplace now boasting a modern inset wood burner. A uPVC door Ground floor leads from the sitting room to the:

Conservatory Master Bedroom This modern light-filled uPVC conservatory features a wood The master bedroom suite is situated to the front elevation style floor with external door to the garden. of the property with uPVC double-glazed window. Panelled part-glazed door to: From the Dining Room a door leads to the En Suite Shower Room Utility Room / Kitchen This original shower room features a vanity unit with inset These two functional areas are linked by an open doorway traditional blue wash basin, low-level white WC and blue to offer added convenience. The Utility area features a tiled shower cubicle. uPVC double-glazed window to rear double-glazed door to the rear porch, single drainer garden. stainless steel sink, plumbing for dishwasher and automatic washing machine. With a beamed ceiling the utility area Bedroom 2 opens through to: Double bedroom with uPVC double-glazed window to front elevation, built-in wardrobe, radiator, panelled door. Kitchen Area The kitchen area is fitted with modern high and low level Bedroom 3 units with wood-effect shaker style doors, contrasting dark Double bedroom with uPVC double-glazed windows to side worktops, free-standing electric AEG cooker with four- and rear garden overlooking the lake. Built-in wardrobes element cook top and oven. Added storage space is and vanity unit with wash basin. Radiator and shelving. provided by the original style wall cupboard and adjoining large traditional pantry. A feature beamed ceiling and uPVC Shower Room window to rear garden. Space for tall fridge, hatch to dining This generous, traditional-style, room has a built-in shower room. cubicle with white tiling and a wash basin in blue. Half- glazed door from landing and double-glazed uPVC window Outer door from Utility Room to rear porch to rear.

Rear Porch WC Compact rear porch with space for freezer. uPVC door to Separate WC and basin in white. Small uPVC window to garden and double-glazed windows. Separate WC with rear garden. white WC and basin. Separate boiler room housing the Worcester Greenstar Camray oil-fired boiler and controls.

First Floor

Landing The generous L-shaped landing provides access to all principal upstairs rooms and to the roof void storage space. Very large and useful airing cupboard with wood shelving housing the lagged hot-water storage cylinder. Further storage cupboard.

Outside

Darroll House is reached from Ranyard Lane via the generous in- and-out driveway. To the left of the house the driveway extends to the primary stable block to provide additional parking and hard-standing for horse transportation.

Detached Double Garage Double garage with electrically-powered double-width door. Useful single door to rear with up and over door to lakeside garden area.

Equestrian Facilities The first stable block with two loose boxes, hay store and tack room lies adjacent to the driveway with an additional stable block behind. This secondary equestrian facility features a further loose box and several store sheds.

Gates to extensive paddock areas and gardens.

The property runs to approximately 4 acres or thereabouts (sts) with a large paddock accessible also from the road and offering wonderful views over the Wolds to the North. A second paddock leads to the lake which adjoins the rear garden of the house. The grounds around the house and lake feature new and mature planting in a peaceful sylvan setting.

Floor Plans and EPC Graph Cornmarket, Louth, Lincolnshire LN11 9QD T 01507 350500 F 01507 600561

Important Notice Messrs, Masons Chartered Surveyors for themselves and for vendors or lessees of this property whose agents they are give notice that: (i) The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract; (ii) All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them; (iii) No person in the employment of Messrs Masons, Chartered Surveyors has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property; (iv) No responsibility can be accepted for any costs or expenses incurred by intending purchasers or lessees in inspecting the property ,making further enquiries or submitting offers for the property.