Barnack Road, Bainton

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What the owner told us…

“After 30 years of very happily living here, we've loved its detached location within the village. It's now time for us to have a smaller garden to look after.”

Our Thoughts…

We visit a lot of properties, and every now and then we come across a house that has a really lovely feeling about it. Somewhere that feels warm, welcoming and happy. You can often tell when a home has been loved and enjoyed over the years, even before you've spoken to the people who live there.

That's how we felt about Park Lodge.

The owners have lived here for 30 years, and having spent time at the property, we can understand why. It's a detached stone cottage surrounded by countryside, with beautiful views, plenty of privacy and the sort of setting that makes you want to spend more time at home. Yet Stamford, Market Deeping and Peterborough are all within easy reach, so you're not giving up everyday convenience to enjoy living in the countryside.

Inside, there's approximately 2,141 sq ft in total, including the garage, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and several separate living spaces.

The living room is over 17 feet long, with a bay window overlooking the garden and fields beyond. There's an inglenook fireplace with an electric log burner, and although it's a generous room, it still feels wonderfully cosy. We could quite happily imagine spending a Sunday afternoon in here, curled up on the sofa with a good film, especially when it's cold outside.

Then there's the sunroom, which we absolutely love. It's over 26 feet long, with its own proper log burner, so this isn't somewhere you'll only want to spend time when the sun comes out.

Imagine a summer afternoon with the bifold doors open onto the garden, friends and family coming and going, perhaps something cooking on the barbecue and everyone making themselves at home. In winter, you can light the log burner, settle down with a book or a glass of wine and enjoy looking out over the garden whilst staying lovely and warm.

Bifold doors also connect the sunroom to the living room, so you can open the two spaces up when you've got people over or close them off when you want somewhere a little quieter.

The kitchen has plenty of worktop space, lots of built in cupboards and storage, and a built in dishwasher. Whether you're preparing a Sunday roast, making breakfast before everyone heads out or having a friend round for coffee, there's room to get on with it.

There's also a separate dining room, which is lovely if you enjoy sitting down together for meals or having friends over for dinner. You can set the table, light a few candles and enjoy the evening without having to look at the washing up!

Now, something that might not sound particularly exciting, but we think is worth talking about. Storage!

Speaking from experience, you don't always realise how important good storage is until you live somewhere that doesn't have enough of it.

Park Lodge has a proper utility room, with space for the washing machine and tumble dryer, sorting the laundry and keeping those everyday jobs separate from the kitchen. We think that's an absolute essential. Nobody particularly wants their cooking space doubling up as the laundry room if they can help it.

There's also generous storage beneath the stairs and in the boiler room, with plenty of space for coats, shoes, the hoover, mop and all the other bits and pieces that need somewhere to live. Upstairs, there's a large airing cupboard with room for all your bedding and towels.

Nothing particularly glamorous, we know, but these are the things that make everyday life easier.

And then there's the rear porch, which the owners have used as a boot room. They tell us it's been brilliant, particularly after long walks in the countryside with their dogs.

Imagine coming home with muddy wellies and wet dogs in tow. You can leave the boots by the door, wipe down the paws and head straight into the kitchen to put the kettle on, without bringing half the countryside in with you! If you've got dogs, children or simply enjoy getting outdoors, you'll know just how useful that is.

There's also a downstairs WC and an internal door directly from the house into the garage. That means you can get to anything you've stored in there without having to venture outside, particularly handy when you're fetching the Christmas decorations in December and it's pouring with rain!

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, and this is where you really get to appreciate the setting.

The principal bedroom measures approximately 13 feet by 16 feet and has windows on two sides, both looking out across the surrounding countryside. Imagine waking up, opening the curtains and seeing green fields and sheep grazing beyond the garden rather than neighbouring houses. We think that's a rather lovely way to start the day.

It also has its own en suite bathroom, with the WC in a separate room. It's a clever arrangement because someone can use the toilet whilst the other person is having a bath or getting ready.

Bedroom two also has windows on two sides, enjoying countryside views in both directions, so it's not just the principal bedroom that gets to enjoy the scenery.

There's a third bedroom and a separate family bathroom.

Something else we particularly appreciate about Park Lodge is the privacy. You're not overlooked by neighbouring houses, so you can relax at home without feeling that somebody is looking through your windows. It's one of those things that makes such a difference, especially when you're spending time in the garden.

Outside, there are two separate garden areas, each offering something different.

The paved garden is accessed directly from the sunroom, making it a lovely place for outdoor dining and entertaining. There's room for a table and chairs, a barbecue and plenty of pots if you enjoy adding colour with flowers and plants. We can imagine spending many a summer evening out here, with the doors open and friends gathered around the table long after dinner has finished.

The other garden is laid to lawn, with a greenhouse and a small fenced area for growing vegetables or plants. If you enjoy gardening, there's plenty to keep you occupied, and if you've always fancied growing your own tomatoes or vegetables, you've already got somewhere to start.

Park Lodge sits alongside Barnack Road, so there are occasional passing cars. We've spent time here on several occasions and found it a peaceful place to be. There's something lovely about spending time in a home surrounded by countryside, with the fields and changing seasons providing the backdrop to everyday life.

The garage measures approximately 17 feet by 16 feet, with a parking area directly in front providing space for two cars.

Access to Park Lodge is via a driveway over which the property benefits from a legal right of way. The access driveway itself isn't owned with the property and needs to be kept clear, as the neighbouring farmers use it to reach a gate into the field behind.

The current owners tell us they've always enjoyed a good relationship with the farmers and, throughout their 30 years living here, the arrangement has never caused them any problems. They simply park in the designated area in front of their garage and keep the main access clear for the farmers.

The garage also provides useful space for storage or a workshop, and depending on your needs, you could explore the possibility of converting it into additional living accommodation, subject to the necessary permissions.

The house is comfortable and ready to move into, so you can get settled, enjoy living here and make any changes you fancy over time.

The owners have had 30 happy years here. Now there's an opportunity for someone else to make it their home, create their own memories and enjoy everything that comes with living in this beautiful part of the countryside.

It's a house we could genuinely imagine living in ourselves, and we'd love to show you around.

Location…

Park Lodge is on Barnack Road in Bainton, a village surrounded by countryside, with Stamford, Market Deeping and Peterborough all within easy reach.

If you enjoy walking, there's plenty of countryside to explore nearby. Barnack Hills and Holes National Nature Reserve is a short journey away, and there are footpaths and walks around the surrounding villages.

The neighbouring village of Barnack has a primary school and village pub, whilst Stamford offers a much wider choice of shops, cafés, restaurants and supermarkets, along with its weekly market.

Stamford is one of those towns where you can easily spend a few hours wandering around, stopping for coffee, browsing the independent shops or meeting friends for lunch. It's close enough to make regular trips straightforward.

Market Deeping is also nearby for shops and everyday amenities, and Peterborough offers larger shopping centres, leisure facilities and mainline rail services to London King's Cross.

For families, there are schooling options in Barnack, Stamford and Peterborough, including state and independent schools.

Stamford railway station is approximately four miles away, and the A1 is accessible for journeys further afield.

You can enjoy living in a village surrounded by fields and countryside, while still being close enough