Cottage Farmstead, Crowle

Situation
Cottage Farm is situated a short distance to the north of the increasingly popular and well serviced town of Crowle, in North Lincolnshire near Doncaster and Scunthorpe. Crowle rail station offers connections to both, with Doncaster being on the East Coast main line service to London Kings Cross. In terms of road access, the M180, M18 and M62 motorways to the south, west and north respectively all offer accessibility further afield with the region’s commercial centres therefore within daily commuting distance.
Crowle is situated on the Isle of Axholme, and has a rich history that dates back to Roman time, with many historical landmarks and buildings. The town has a population of around 4000 people, and is a popular destination for tourist who are looking to explore the countryside of Lincolnshire. Crowle has various local shops, pubs, and restaurants plus secondary schooling and is home to a number of annual events and festivals, including the Crowle Show. Wider facilities are available in Scunthorpe, Thorne and Doncaster.
Description
The farmstead at Cottage Farm sits a short distance north of Crowle surrounded by open countryside. The sale offers an appealing opportunity to acquire a range of traditional buildings comprising a farmhouse in need of complete renovation plus adjacent brick barns, being partially two story, and having planning permission for conversion to 5 individual dwellings. In addition, the site currently includes a range of portal frame open agricultural buildings and further single story open fronted car sheds/workshops that would be ideal for garaging or ancillary accommodation. The site extends overall to around 3 acres (1.21 ha).
The farmhouse faces south, extends to approximately 3600 sq ft (334 sq m) and currently comprising 6 bedrooms, a house bathroom and 4 receptions rooms. It requires complete renovation. The barns extend overall to some 10,000 sq ft (929 sq m) with the approved design being an interesting a mix of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes for open market sale that will take advantage of the appealing rural setting and open views.
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession on legal completion.
Services
Mains water and electricity are understood to be available within or close to the site. Mains gas is not in the vicinity. New private drainage will be required.
Access
The majority of the roadway from Crowle is understood to be adopted with a short distance being private over which there will a contributory maintenance arrangement.
Planning
Permission to convert barns into 5 residential units was granted by North Lincolnshire Council on 8 March 2024 (App no: PA/2023/1162). A supplementary information pack is available from the selling agents.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment through the selling agents GSC Grays (01423) 740121. Interesting parties are requested not to view without prior agreement due to the current state of the buildings in certain parts.
Location
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Brochure and Photography
Particulars written: 2025. Photography taken: Autumn 2024
Disclaimer
GSC Grays gives notice that:
1. These particulars are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract.
2. All descriptions, including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but no warranty is provided. Statements made should not be relied upon as facts and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy by inspection or otherwise.
3. Neither GSC Grays nor the vendors accept responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused.
4. Any plan is for guidance only and is not drawn to scale. All dimensions, shapes, and compass bearings are approximate and should not be relied upon without checking them first.
5. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good condition, repair or otherwise nor that any services or facilities are in good working order.
6. Please discuss with us any aspects that are important to you prior to travelling to the property.