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Auction
Freehold
£595,000
5 bed detached house for sale
Digby Fen, Billinghay, Lincoln LN45 beds
2 baths
2 receptions
EPC rating: F
Key Information
Tenure:
Freehold
Council tax band:
D
Local area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- Walcott Primary School 1.3 miles
- The Billinghay Church of England Primary School 2 miles
- Ruskington 3.3 miles
- Metheringham 5 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
Features and description
- Freehold
- Immediate ‘Exchange Of Contracts’ Available
- Sold Via ‘Secure Sale’
- 2,000 Sq Ft Main Residence Accommodation
- Plus 1,700 Sq Ft of Stables Approved For Conversion
- Carefully Gvated Land With Art Studio
- Large Carp Pond With Stable Caravan
- Traditional Lincolnshire Countryside Setting
- No Historical Flooding
- What 3 words - Location Available On Request
Being Sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid £595,000
This former farm house is in approximately 3.5 acres, measures 2,000 sq.ft. And comes with former stables which has planning permission to be converted into an additional residential dwelling measuring approximately 1,700sq.ft. The grounds have been lovingly restored to create a 'rural paradise' which gives complete privacy and enjoyment throughout the year. The centrepiece of the garden is an extensive pond which is alive with nature including large carp and goldfish. Further additions to the holding include a curated football pitch area, art studio built on concrete blocks, wild flower meadow with beehive, various fruit trees and over 1,000 new trees and shrubs, fire pits and a static caravan. Serious technical works and upgrades have also been carried out with 2 separate eco sewerage water treatment plants with one serving the main house and the other serving both the stables and the static home.
The main residence comes with refurbished interiors and includes; 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 27ft5 sitting room, snug, utility room, kitchen and breakfast room. The stables has planning approved to convert into a 3-5 bedroom dwelling of which the east wing is close to completion.
Situated deep within the Lincolnshire countryside, the property boasts peaceful surroundings and rural living. However, the closest towns nearby are Sleaford (9 miles/17 mins) and Lincoln (16 miles/29 mins).
Council tax band: D. Freehold.
Pattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and
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 any marketing agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt
with effectively.
The property is being sold via a transparent online auction.
In order to submit a bid upon any property being marketed by The Auctioneer, 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.
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.
Entrance Porch
Being recently constructed with timber frame and doorway leading into entrance hall
Entrance Hallway
Having radiator, coved ceiling, BT phone point and under stairs storage.
Sitting Room (27' 5'' x 14' 10'' (8.35m x 4.52m))
Having x4 uPVC double glazed windows, sliding doors to the outside, porcelain tile flooring and real flame log burner.
Snug (13' 10'' into alcove x 13' 0'' (4.21m x 3.96m))
Having ornamental traditional cast iron fireplace with granite hearth with real flame gas fireplace.
Bedroom 5 (13' 0'' x 10' 0'' (3.96m x 3.05m))
Having a uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect and x1 radiator.
Breakfast Room (9' 10'' x 8' 0'' (2.99m x 2.44m))
Having ceramic tiled floor, space for large fridge freezer, radiator and opening into:
Kitchen (15' 0'' x 12' 0'' (4.57m x 3.65m))
Having a range of upscaled wall and base units with marble work tops, range gas hob with electric ovens and grill, built in dishwasher, sink and drainer unit with 3 way mixer tap featuring filtered water. Also having underfloor heating and french doors onto the outside space.
Utility (8' 0'' x 8' 0'' (2.44m x 2.44m))
Having space for a number of appliances, oil fired central heating boiler fitted in 2019, serviced annually and x1 radiator.
Bedroom 4 (14' 10'' x 11' 6'' (4.52m x 3.50m))
Having radiator, membrane underlay to carpet, coved ceiling and x2 uPVC double glazed windows.
Ground Floor Bathroom (9' 5'' x 8' 10'' (2.87m x 2.69m))
Having 4 piece suite comprising large tiled shower cubicle with electric shower, panelled bath, wall hung wash hand basin, low level WC, full marble floor and walls and radiator.
First Floor Landing
Having large airing cupboard housing hot water cylinder and access to loft.
Bedroom 1 (13' 10'' x 13' 0'' (4.21m x 3.96m))
Having large built in wardrobes, x2 uPVC double glazed windows and single radiator.
Bedroom 2 (13' 0'' x 10' 0'' (3.96m x 3.05m))
Having built in wardrobe with matching dressing unit, double glazed window, ornate fireplace and single radiator.
Bedroom 3 (13' 5'' max x 8' 0'' (4.09m x 2.44m))
Having built in wardrobes with matching dressing unit and radiator.
Shower Room
Having 3 piece suite comprising double tiled shower cubicle with mains fed shower and glass shower screen, wall hung wash hand basin, low level WC, travertine tiled floor, heated towel rail, travertine tiled walls with mosaic borders and down lights.
Grounds
The grounds of the property extends to approximately 3.5 acres and benefits from countryside views to all four sides. The main driveway has been resurfaced with hardcore, gravel and realigning curb stones. Installed fencing and gates to improve security. X3 new underground drainage pipes that lead to the pond taking rain water away from the house. Working Well with traditional hand pump, courtyard seating area, art studio and greenhouse.
Stable Block
The stable block is 'U' shaped and predominantly comprises 7 workshops/storage areas surround a central courtyard and measuring approximately 1700 sq.ft. Planning permission is approved for residential dwelling conversion, with some works already completed. Each stage has been passed by the local building inspectors and will be passed over to the new owners as an ongoing concern.
Art Studio
Built on concrete blocks and of modular construction, fully insulated and fitted with units and counter worktops Full electricity, log burner and water butt collection.
Static Caravan
Two bedroom with ensuite, fully fitted units and furniture throughout. Eco sewerage plant, mains electric and water.
This former farm house is in approximately 3.5 acres, measures 2,000 sq.ft. And comes with former stables which has planning permission to be converted into an additional residential dwelling measuring approximately 1,700sq.ft. The grounds have been lovingly restored to create a 'rural paradise' which gives complete privacy and enjoyment throughout the year. The centrepiece of the garden is an extensive pond which is alive with nature including large carp and goldfish. Further additions to the holding include a curated football pitch area, art studio built on concrete blocks, wild flower meadow with beehive, various fruit trees and over 1,000 new trees and shrubs, fire pits and a static caravan. Serious technical works and upgrades have also been carried out with 2 separate eco sewerage water treatment plants with one serving the main house and the other serving both the stables and the static home.
The main residence comes with refurbished interiors and includes; 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 27ft5 sitting room, snug, utility room, kitchen and breakfast room. The stables has planning approved to convert into a 3-5 bedroom dwelling of which the east wing is close to completion.
Situated deep within the Lincolnshire countryside, the property boasts peaceful surroundings and rural living. However, the closest towns nearby are Sleaford (9 miles/17 mins) and Lincoln (16 miles/29 mins).
Council tax band: D. Freehold.
Pattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and
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 any marketing agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt
with effectively.
The property is being sold via a transparent online auction.
In order to submit a bid upon any property being marketed by The Auctioneer, 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.
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.
Entrance Porch
Being recently constructed with timber frame and doorway leading into entrance hall
Entrance Hallway
Having radiator, coved ceiling, BT phone point and under stairs storage.
Sitting Room (27' 5'' x 14' 10'' (8.35m x 4.52m))
Having x4 uPVC double glazed windows, sliding doors to the outside, porcelain tile flooring and real flame log burner.
Snug (13' 10'' into alcove x 13' 0'' (4.21m x 3.96m))
Having ornamental traditional cast iron fireplace with granite hearth with real flame gas fireplace.
Bedroom 5 (13' 0'' x 10' 0'' (3.96m x 3.05m))
Having a uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect and x1 radiator.
Breakfast Room (9' 10'' x 8' 0'' (2.99m x 2.44m))
Having ceramic tiled floor, space for large fridge freezer, radiator and opening into:
Kitchen (15' 0'' x 12' 0'' (4.57m x 3.65m))
Having a range of upscaled wall and base units with marble work tops, range gas hob with electric ovens and grill, built in dishwasher, sink and drainer unit with 3 way mixer tap featuring filtered water. Also having underfloor heating and french doors onto the outside space.
Utility (8' 0'' x 8' 0'' (2.44m x 2.44m))
Having space for a number of appliances, oil fired central heating boiler fitted in 2019, serviced annually and x1 radiator.
Bedroom 4 (14' 10'' x 11' 6'' (4.52m x 3.50m))
Having radiator, membrane underlay to carpet, coved ceiling and x2 uPVC double glazed windows.
Ground Floor Bathroom (9' 5'' x 8' 10'' (2.87m x 2.69m))
Having 4 piece suite comprising large tiled shower cubicle with electric shower, panelled bath, wall hung wash hand basin, low level WC, full marble floor and walls and radiator.
First Floor Landing
Having large airing cupboard housing hot water cylinder and access to loft.
Bedroom 1 (13' 10'' x 13' 0'' (4.21m x 3.96m))
Having large built in wardrobes, x2 uPVC double glazed windows and single radiator.
Bedroom 2 (13' 0'' x 10' 0'' (3.96m x 3.05m))
Having built in wardrobe with matching dressing unit, double glazed window, ornate fireplace and single radiator.
Bedroom 3 (13' 5'' max x 8' 0'' (4.09m x 2.44m))
Having built in wardrobes with matching dressing unit and radiator.
Shower Room
Having 3 piece suite comprising double tiled shower cubicle with mains fed shower and glass shower screen, wall hung wash hand basin, low level WC, travertine tiled floor, heated towel rail, travertine tiled walls with mosaic borders and down lights.
Grounds
The grounds of the property extends to approximately 3.5 acres and benefits from countryside views to all four sides. The main driveway has been resurfaced with hardcore, gravel and realigning curb stones. Installed fencing and gates to improve security. X3 new underground drainage pipes that lead to the pond taking rain water away from the house. Working Well with traditional hand pump, courtyard seating area, art studio and greenhouse.
Stable Block
The stable block is 'U' shaped and predominantly comprises 7 workshops/storage areas surround a central courtyard and measuring approximately 1700 sq.ft. Planning permission is approved for residential dwelling conversion, with some works already completed. Each stage has been passed by the local building inspectors and will be passed over to the new owners as an ongoing concern.
Art Studio
Built on concrete blocks and of modular construction, fully insulated and fitted with units and counter worktops Full electricity, log burner and water butt collection.
Static Caravan
Two bedroom with ensuite, fully fitted units and furniture throughout. Eco sewerage plant, mains electric and water.
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