First Drift, Wothorpe, PE9

Being Sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid £280,000.

This property will be legally prepared enabling any interested buyer to secure the property immediately once their bid/offer has been accepted. Ultimately a transparent process which provides speed, security and certainty for all parties.

Epitomising Victorian splendour, set in the exclusive grounds of First Drift, Wothorpe, distinguished living awaits at No. 4, Clare Lodge, a characterful home set in one of Stamford’s most sought-after locations.

Prestigious Setting

Designed by and for Edward Browning, an eminent local architect whose legacy remains in many of the illustrious buildings in and around Stamford, including the town bridge and nearby Stamford High School in St. Martins, Clare Lodge has been thoughtfully converted into four characterful apartments. Dating back to 1865, this striking, Victorian Gothic home, with its imposing and iconic architecture featuring timber framed gables, balconies, moulded corbels, pierced stone balustrade, stone mullion windows and ogee headed lights, beneath a Collyweston roof makes a visually stirring statement upon arrival home.

Peaceful Setting

Beautifully manicured grounds unfurl from the doorstep, with mature trees providing both privacy and a haven for nature. Park up outside, where there is also a garage available with storage above.0 Steps lead down to the front door of No. 4, where light streams down onto the tiled floor of the entrance porch from the transom window above. Sense the heritage of the home in its high ceilings and detailed cornicing as you hang up your coat and store away shoes. Emerging into the inner hallway, a glazed door to one side opens to the practical utility room, tiled underfoot and with plumbing for a washing machine, and additional cupboards alongside a sink. Ideal for your wine collection, the utility leads on to a further storage room with linen closet.

Homely Haven

Retrace your steps through the inner hallway, arriving at the principal bedroom on the left. Refreshingly spacious and bright, light streams in through windows to two sides, with magnetised secondary glazing. With sconce lighting above the double bed, wake up to leafy vistas, while character emanates from the feature fireplace and storage can be found in the built-in wardrobe. Relax and refresh in the fully tiled family bathroom, where a corner spa bathtub with showerhead attachment is the perfect place for a soothing soak. Stash your towels on the shelves, whilst further storage can be found in the vanity unit beneath the wash basin.

Room for All

Across and along the hallway, arrive at the modern shower room, a spacious room with twin wash basins nestled upon the cool cream countertop. A large shower also features alongside storage and a lavatory. Conveniently close by is the second bedroom, where characterful notes of the unique architecture of the home are seen in the high, gently curving ceiling above. A comfortable double bedroom, light streams in through a sash window offering views out over planted flower beds.

Contemporary Open-Plan Living

The final area of the home to discover is the capacious, open-plan living-kitchen-diner. This homely and welcoming room is heated by a logburning stove, nestled within an attractive stone surround. Elegant cornicing skims the ceiling above, as light streams in through large, shuttered windows. With ample space to wine and dine, relax and unwind, this cleverly zoned space opens up to the culinary heart of the home. Contemporary cabinetry offers ample storage for all your kitchenware, with appliances including an oven, hob and sink. Ideal for socialising, this light, bright and spacious living-dining-kitchen offers space for all the family.

Embrace the Outdoors

Stone steps lead up to an area of communal garden, sheltered by mature hedging and planted with fragrant and colourful borders. There is also a private area of outdoor space along the side of the home, outside the second bedroom window.

What the Owners Love...

“We’ve loved our time in the friendly community of Wothorpe – just a few minutes’ walk into historic Stamford yet surrounded by countryside walks.”

The Finer Details

Leasehold and Shared Freehold (details available on request) / Constructed 1865 / Clare Lodge sits on approx. 1/3 acre, shared grounds / Grade II listed / Electric central heating / Mains electricity, water and sewage / EPC exempt / Peterborough City Council, tax band B / Total area: approx. 98.9 sq. metres (1064.4 sq. feet)

Near and Far

Enjoy the comforts of the countryside at Clare Lodge, with all the convenience of market town life on your doorstep. Only a short stroll into Stamford, explore its treasury of award-winning independent retailers, bars, cafes and restaurants – capturing the very best of modern living while preserving the history and heritage of this very special place. Surrounded by countryside, Wothorpe sits on the fringe of the Burghley Estate, host to the annual prestigious Land Rover Defender Horse Trials, a short walk away. Take a turn about the verdant surrounds of the park, or enjoy a round of golf at Burghley Park Golf Club. Enjoy walks beside the River Welland and along the crisscrossing network of public footpaths with your canine companion or take the family out to Rutland Water for days spent adventuring on the water and picnics along the shore.

Ideal for Families

For families, Stamford offers first class state and independent schooling options including the Stamford Endowed Schools. Further afield, but all within easy reach, discover Copthill, Witham on the Hill, Oakham, Uppingham and Oundle Schools. Commuting and travel are convenient, with easy road connectivity via the A1. Stansted, Cambridge and Birmingham enjoy direct services from Stamford Railway Station, and London via connections at Peterborough. Emanating warmth, character and comfort in the peace and privacy of First Drift, Wothorpe, secure and serene living awaits at No. 4, Clare Lodge.

Local Distances

Stamford Railway Station 1 mile (4 minutes) / Oakham 12 miles (18 minutes) / Uppingham 12 miles (22 minutes) / Peterborough Railway Station 13 miles (19 minutes) / Grantham 23 miles (29 minutes)

Disclaimer

Pelham James use all reasonable endeavours to supply accurate property information in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. These property details do not constitute any part of the offer or contract and all measurements are approximate. The matters in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers. It should not be assumed that this property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Any services, appliances and heating system(s) listed have not been checked or tested. Purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any service. No person in the employment of Pelham James has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars or enter into any contract relating to this property on behalf of the vendor.

Working in Partnership with Pattinson Auctioneers

Pattinson Auction are referred to below as 'The Auctioneer'. This auction lot is being sold either under conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer in partnership with the marketing agent. The property is available to be viewed strictly by appointment only via the Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Bids can be made via the Marketing Agents or via The Auctioneers website. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt with effectively.

Transparent Online Auction

The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. All bidders/buyers will be required to adhere to a verification of identity process in accordance with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure that AML procedure are carried out in accordance with the law. The advertised price is commonly referred to as a ‘Starting Bid’ or ‘Guide Price’, and is accompanied by a ‘Reserve Price’. The ‘Reserve Price’ is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer. A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers’ obligations and sellers’ commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price of the property. The deposit will be a contribution to the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of £6,000 inc VAT) is also required to be paid upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price and consideration should be made by the purchaser in relation to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may believe necessary or beneficial to the customer to pass their details to third party service suppliers, from which a referral fee may be obtained. There is no requirement or indeed obligation to use these recommended suppliers or services.