A Cottage on Abbey Lane in Sedgebrook near Grantham

Property Description

PLEASE QUOTE TR0236 – A VIDEO TOUR WITH COMMENTARY, 360 DEGREE VIRTUAL TOUR AND A KEY FACTS FOR BUYERS REPORT IS AVAILABLE ON THIS LISTING – GUIDE PRICE £350,000 to £370,000 - Located in the sought-after and pretty village of Sedgebrook, this flexible and spacious detached home could be perfect for the family or a variety of buyers looking for a taste of the village life. The accommodation, which extends to approximately 1300 ft.², has undergone improvements by the current owners in the last couple of years to further enhance this home's appeal. The ground floor comprises an Entrance Hall, Lounge, Dining Room, refitted Breakfast Kitchen, refitted Shower Room and a Family Room, which could also work well as BEDROOM FOUR. On the first floor, there are THREE FURTHER BEDROOMS with the front two bedrooms, enjoying a view over adjacent paddocks and a modern Family Bathroom. This home also has the benefits of UPVC double glazing and gas fired central heating powered by a recently installed boiler. Outside, to the front, there are two driveways, one leading to the attached garage and gardens to the front and rear. Sold with no onward chain. 

Soit now IMPROVEMENTS MADE BY SELLER RECENTLY - 

Between February and May 2024 - A full electrical rewire was done, with replastering afterwards. There was also a New Bathroom upstairs and a New Kitchen. The stairs, landing, and first-floor bedrooms will had new carpets. The front and back porches had new roofing with guarantees, and the downstairs extension GF Bed 4/Family Room had a new flat roof with a ten-year guarantee. 

Since Oct 2024 - New flooring in Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen and Utility Room was added. Refitted Ground Floor Shower Room. New Anglian windows with Fensa guarantees are installed in the front of the house, the side window of the Lounge, and the small window on the back door. All windows are guaranteed for 10 years. New Worcester Gas boiler with a ten-year guarantee. Tree maintenance and reduction (no preservation orders on trees). New gates and replacements of fence panels and posts where required. Redecoration/painting inside and outside

 
THE ACCOMMODATION INCLUDES

ENTRANCE HALL—Access to the property is through a partially obscure double-glazed door into the Entrance Hall, which has a cupboard housing the modern electrical consumer unit, which was installed in April 2024, a laminate floor, a double radiator, a smoke alarm, and stairs rising to the First Floor.

LOUNGE measuring 12’0” x 12’0” - Having a UPVC double-glazed window to the front and side aspect, double and single radiator, laminate floor and a stove mounted to a slate hearth and exposed beam work to the ceiling.

DINING ROOM measuring 12’0” x 12’0” – Having a UPVC double-glazed window to the front aspect, double radiator, laminate floor, feature open fire and exposed beam work to the ceiling.

REFITTED KITCHEN measuring 17’1” x 9’0” – Having a UPVC double-glazed window to the side and rear aspect with a double-glazed window through to the Rear Lobby, double radiator, roll edge work surface with inset one and a half sink and drainer with high rise mixer tap over, also inset into the work surface is a four ring ceramic hob, directly above this is an integrated extractor hood and beneath a stainless steel single electric oven. Cupboards and drawers provide storage to the baseline with matching cupboards to the eye line, with space and plumbing for a dishwasher. 

REAR LOBBY – Having a stable style door out to the garden with a UPVC double-glazed window to the rear and side aspect. 

UTILITY ROOM — This room has a UPVC double-glazed window to the rear, a Worcester gas-fired central heating boiler, space and plumbing for a washing machine, and the opportunity to stack a tumble dryer above.

REFITTED SHOWER ROOM—This bathroom has a three–piece white suite comprising a low-level WC with hidden cistern, hand wash basin set into a vanity unit providing storage beneath, and corner shower cubicle with sliding glazed shower screen. The mains-fed shower features a fixed rainwater and mobile shower heads. There is also a heated towel radiator and extractor fan. 

GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM FOUR OR FAMILY ROOM measuring 12’0” x 8’8” - Having a UPVC double-glazed window to the front aspect and a set of UPVC double-glazed French doors to the Garden, two double radiators and laminate floor.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING - Stairs rise to the First Floor landing from the Entrance Hall with a smoke alarm.

BEDROOM ONE measures 12’2” x 12’0” - It has a UPVC double-glazed window to the front, offering a view over the adjacent paddocks. It also has a double radiator and a built-in over-stairs storage cupboard, which is shelved. There is a loft hatch into the roof void above.

BEDROOM TWO measuring 12’2” X 12’0” - Having a UPVC double-glazed window to the front aspect and a double radiator and enjoying the view to the front. 

BEDROOM THREE measuring 10’6” x 9’1”- Having a UPVC double-glazed window to the rear and side aspect and a single radiator.

FAMILY BATHROOM measuring 9’1” x 6’0” - Having a UPVC obscure double-glazed window to the rear aspect, chrome heated towel radiator and a three piece white suite comprising of a low level WC, hand wash basin and a panel bath with mixer tap and also a mains fed shower over with a glazed shower screen and an integrated extractor fan through the wall. 

GARAGE measuring 22’1” x 8’3” - Accessed by a pair of barn doors to the front, personnel door to the rear and a window to the side, with power and lighting.

OUTSIDE – To the front left hand side, there is a gravelled driveway leading to a gate which takes you onto the side and rear Gardens, there is a gate and pathway to the middle of the hedge taking you to the front door having an outside light directly above and to the right hand side, there is a second driveway which leads to the attached garage. Adjacent to the pathway to the front door, there is a lawn garden with a hedge on the front boundary, offering a high degree of privacy with flower borders, to the rear and side there is space for chickens to be currently kept, outside lighting, rainwater harvesting water butt, an outside tap, garden which is laid to lawn with gravelled areas, shrubs, timber and felt roof constructed summer house and shed, a tin tool shed and fencing to the boundaries of which the majority are concrete post and gravel board.

WELCOME TO SEDGEBROOK – A Charming Village near Grantham
Sedgebrook is a picturesque and well-connected village in South Kesteven, Lincolnshire, approximately 4 miles west of Grantham. The village enjoys a peaceful rural setting while benefiting from excellent access to the A52 and nearby A1, making it ideal for those seeking countryside living with convenient transport links.

Surrounded by open countryside and traditional farmland, Sedgebrook offers a tranquil village lifestyle, while still being within easy reach of Grantham’s larger amenities, including supermarkets, schools, restaurants, and rail links to London King’s Cross.

 
A Village with Heritage
Sedgebrook’s history spans centuries, with the village appearing in the Domesday Book as “Sechebroc.” Its name derives from Old English, meaning “brook where sedge grows,” reflecting its beautiful natural surroundings.

St Lawrence's Church is at the heart of the village, a Grade I listed building dating from the 13th century. The church features stunning Early English and Perpendicular architecture, with a tower and spire that form a distinctive part of Sedgebrook’s skyline.

 
Community and Village Life
Sedgebrook enjoys an active community spirit, with the village hall serving as a hub for local events, gatherings, and social clubs. The playing field and children’s play area provide excellent outdoor space for families. At the same time, the network of surrounding footpaths and countryside walks make the village popular with walkers and nature lovers.

Sedgebrook benefits from its proximity to Grantham, offering an excellent range of shops, healthcare facilities, and school amenities. Nearby villages, including Barrowby and Muston, also provide popular pubs and local services, with Allington With Sedgebrook C Of E Primary School nearby. 

 
Location and Transport
Sedgebrook’s prime location makes it particularly appealing to commuters and families alike. The village is just minutes from the A52, providing quick access to Grantham and Nottingham. The nearby A1 connects easily to further destinations north and south.

Grantham’s mainline railway station offers direct services to London King’s Cross in approximately 65 minutes, making Sedgebrook an attractive option for those needing to travel for work while enjoying a countryside retreat.

 
At a Glance
Location: Sedgebrook, South Kesteven, Lincolnshire
Distance to Grantham: Approx. 4 miles
Transport: Excellent road links to A52 and A1, direct rail to London from Grantham
Heritage: Historic church, traditional village setting
Amenities: Village hall, playing field, children’s play area, countryside walks
Nearby: Grantham’s full range of services, nearby village pubs and schools
 
A Peaceful Village with Perfect Connections
With its blend of history, rural beauty, and modern convenience, Sedgebrook offers the best of both worlds — traditional village living with excellent accessibility. Whether you’re seeking a family home or a countryside escape within commuting distance of major towns and cities, Sedgebrook provides an ideal location.

MAINS SERVICES – Mains drainage, gas, water and electricity are connected.

COUNCIL TAX - This home is in Council Tax Band C according to the South Kesteven District Council website

AGENTS NOTE - Please be advised that their property details may be subject to change and must not be relied upon as an accurate description of this home. Although these details are considered materially correct, the accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and they do not form part of any contract. Where a title plan map image is available, we will use this in all marketing, but if it is not, we will add lines to what we believe are the boundaries of the subject property. All services and appliances must be considered 'untested', and a buyer should ensure their appointed solicitor collates any relevant information or service/warranty documentation. Please note that all dimensions are approximate/maximums and should not be relied upon for floor coverings.

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