Colsterworth Road, Skillington, NG33

A rare opportunity to purchase an elegant and beautifully appointed period country home. Sitting in a mature, secluded, south facing garden of just under a quarter of an acre, Albion House provides the perfect balance of modern living within the framework of a home dating back at least 200 years.

Lovingly renovated by the owners, it is currently configured to provide 3 reception rooms, a family kitchen, downstairs WC, utility room, 3 double bedrooms with an ensuite to the master bedroom and a family bathroom. With the added bonus of a garage, ample off road parking and a spectacular patio for al fresco living, a finer example of country comfort would be hard to find. A stunning rural family home, sympathetically restored to a high standard, with the extra icing on the cake that planning has been granted to build a double extension to the side of the property, to create another reception room with 2 further bedrooms and ensuite upstairs, making this a substantial 5 bedroom, 4 reception room, 3 bathroom property. The best of both worlds, if a slice of village life within a thriving community is what you yearn for then this home is ideal. Just minutes from the A1 and Grantham's mainline railway station and with the market towns of Stamford, Oakham and Melton Mowbray all within easy reach, Albion House is a stunning rural home that has something for everyone.

Albion House is a unique home in Skillington, a thriving rural village, situated approximately 7 miles south of Grantham. There are 2 churches, a busy village hall, a pub, and if flying high is on your bucket list, there is a super gliding club less than 5 minutes away. There are several good primary schools in the local villages of Buckminster, Colsterworth and Great Ponton with a good choice of secondary schools in the neighbouring towns of Grantham, Melton Mowbray and Stamford, all within 20 minutes. This home is ideally situated in rural surroundings but also within easy reach of the A1. And if you like the idea of living in the countryside but work in London, the train from Grantham to Kings Cross is a mere 70 minute commute.

Hallway

4.26m x 1.8m - 13'12" x 5'11"
Open the solid front door to reveal a welcoming hallway with access to the living room, dining room/bedroom 4 and kitchen. Carpeted stairs rise before you to the 1st floor. A low cupboard under the stairs is the perfect place to hide shoes with a cosy nook for a console table and ambient lighting. Carbonised bamboo flooring, a durable, hardwearing and waterproof hardwood laid throughout the ground floor, gives a warm patina, very inviting.

Living Room

4.29m x 3.68m - 14'1" x 12'1"
A beautiful and light room with a classic high ceiling, a sash window framing the front garden view and French doors to the side patio. There is plenty of room to arrange sofas and chairs around the open fireplace with its steel backplate, wood mantle and tiled hearth giving a focal point in this room, a delight in the cooler weather and on cold wintry evenings. The bamboo flooring flows into here as well for continuity. The full planning permission granted allows access from this room to a large reception room with bi-fold doors leading out into the back garden, creating a very versatile space downstairs, as illustrated in the planning drawings located in the photos.

Dining Room

4.3m x 3.67m - 14'1" x 12'0"
Located at the front of the house, this dual aspect room, currently used as a dining room, was previously a bedroom. With plenty of space for a large table and chairs for family dining and dinner parties, bamboo flooring, high skirtings and a sash window to the front, it is a lovely room for entertaining.

Kitchen

4.63m x 3.3m - 15'2" x 10'10"
Overlooking the south facing back garden, this traditional Shaker style kitchen comprises a range of ivory wall and base cupboards, drawers, dark laminate worktop with cream mosaic style tiles over, 1 1/2 bowl steel sink under the window, and integral larder fridge and dishwasher. A black, electric Stoves range cooker with induction and radiant hobs, has pride of place along one wall, perfect for the keen cook or budding chef. There is ample room for a breakfast table and chairs, ideal for more informal family dining or simply enjoying a coffee with a friend. A half glazed door leads out into the beautiful back garden and patio.

Snug

4.55m x 3.26m - 14'11" x 10'8"
A super place to unwind at the end of the busy day, where children and adults alike can chill with a good book, watch telly or catch up on the day's news. Light and airy with a large window overlooking the back garden and patio.

Downstairs Cloakroom

1.71m x 1.13m - 5'7" x 3'8"
The convenient downstairs cloakroom located next to the snug, comprising a white low level WC and wall mounted guest sink. Bamboo covers the floor and tiles mirroring the kitchen protect behind the sink.

Utility Room

4.5m x 1.38m - 14'9" x 4'6"
Conveniently located off the garden and snug, this useful utility houses the recently installed oil fired boiler, with space for the washing machine, tumble dryer and perhaps a chest freezer, with a pulley maid and plenty of worktop space to fold and organise the laundry. A base cupboard hides away all the laundry products and tiled flooring makes it a sensible place to enter from the patio with dogs and muddy children.

Landing

5.33m x 1.77m - 17'6" x 5'10"
Climb the carpeted turn key stairs to an L-shaped, spacious galleried landing with access to the 3 bedrooms, the family bathroom and the loft. A large sash window overlooks the front garden.

Master Bedroom with Ensuite

4.29m x 3.64m - 14'1" x 11'11"
A very spacious, dual aspect master bedroom with bamboo flooring. No problem fitting a king size bed in here, with still more space for a few chests of drawers and bedside tables too. From the main room, how decadent to walk into a dressing area with fitted wardrobes. Light and sunny, this room is a true sanctuary at the end of the day.

Ensuite

2.27m x 1.88m - 7'5" x 6'2"
Comprising a 2 piece white suite with low level WC, suspended sink and a fabulous double curved shower unit with glass sliding doors and pressure jets, perfect for waking you up in the mornings! Boxed piping creates a handy shelf with a further cupboard to hide the spare toiletries. Bamboo flooring flows into here too, durable, waterproof and attractive. A modesty window provides light and ventilation from the side of the house.

Bedroom 2

4.28m x 3.66m - 14'1" x 12'0"
A large, dual aspect double bedroom with practical wood effect laminate flooring, decorated in a neutral palette, ideal as a guest bedroom or a children's room. A window overlooking the side of the house lets in the afternoon sunshine with a sash window taking in the lovely view of the front garden.

Bedroom 3

4.63m x 3.34m - 15'2" x 10'11"
With views over the back garden, this double bedroom is private, sunny and bright, with carpet underfoot

Bathroom

3.23m x 2.66m - 10'7" x 8'9"
A fabulous and very spacious family bathroom comprising a 3 piece white suite with low level WC, suspended sink and a panelled, shaped bath with shower over and folding glass door. Bespoke fitted storage hides all the towels and spare toiletries, keeping the clutter to a minimum. A large modesty window lets in the south facing sunshine and provides ventilation. Waterproof and durable bamboo is the perfect floor covering for all the family.

Garage

4.9m x 2.4m - 16'1" x 7'10"
A freestanding single garage with up and over door, located at the back of the house, accessed from Lord's Lane. High stone walls enclose a gated parking area for at least 3 vehicles.

Front Garden

A beautiful and secluded approach to this home with sandstone steps leading to the front door. Stone walls, mature hedging, shrubs and trees line the borders providing perfect privacy with well manicured lawns making this a house with definite kerb appeal.

Side Garden

A terraced side garden with a distinct Zen quality with a gravel and wood lined patio accessed also from the French doors in the living room. An abundance of trees, including apple and willow, create dappled shade and a sense of calm and wellbeing.

Rear Garden

Where to begin? This fabulous terraced garden has been thoughtfully and carefully cultivated over the years to create a wonderful haven with plentiful areas to find shade and sun. A beautiful sandstone patio is the ideal place for outdoor table and chairs, totally private and perfect for entertaining family and friends during the warmer months. A true south facing suntrap, surrounded by shrubs and an abundance of colour all year round. A summerhouse at the top of the garden looks over the whole garden. A true delight. Access is via the kitchen, utility room and the driveway at the rear of the house.