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" A true escape to the country opportunity to acquire this beautifully presented three bedroom period house set within a generous plot of 1.83 acres sts . Situated down a long, private no through road with no near neighbours the property enjoys beautiful views across the countryside in all directions. Offering spacious family accommodation, the house briefly comprises three reception rooms off the hallway, farmhouse kitchen, utility, pantry, boot room and office with an attached double garage. To the first floor 3 large double bedrooms each with en suite facilities, while externally the beautiful gardens enjoy mature grounds with trees, bushes, walled garden and a delightful orchard.

There are some beautiful walks nearby and the property is ideally situated not far from the nearby market town of Alford and with good transport links out across the further coastal and Wolds regions. The property dates back to around 1860 with later extensions and is of an attractive traditional design with sash windows and period features. Heating is provided by an oil fired central heating system. The property also has a cellar accessed beneath the staircase, which is currently blocked off to make a cupboard space under the stairs.

Directions The property is best accessed by following the property postcode LN13 9LX, which will take you directly to the private lane giving access to Claxby Grange. From Alford, travel south on the B1196 Willoughby Road, continuing until you reach the village of Mawthorpe. Just as you are leaving the village of Mawthorpe you will see a private graveled lane on your right which leads to Claxby Grange. Follow this private lane for around half a mile, passing one other property along the way and you will arrive at Claxby Grange where you bear left off the track and down the driveway to the property. Please note that this lane is private and the property is only accessible via a prior arranged viewing appointment.

Accommodation Approximate room dimensions of the farmhouse, cottages and buildings are shown on the floor plans which are indicative of the room layout and not to specific scale

Ground Floor The original timber entrance door gives access to the spacious hallway with six panel doors to principal rooms. Staircase to first floor and door to understairs cupboard also access to cellar, currently blocked off . Off the hall is a WC while the property has three very spacious reception rooms with large windows and feature fireplaces. Also off the hallway is the very smart farmhouse kitchen with good range of base and wall units having solid worktops and Belfast sink, along with a smart retro style electric Aga and space for table to side. Useful utility room at the rear with doors off leading to pantry, office and a boot room which houses the oil fired central heating boiler. Connecting door through to double garage which has a log store within and also houses the oil storage tank.

First Floor Off the bright gallery landing are three very good sized double bedrooms which all feature en shower room suite facilities with the master bedroom enjoying a separate dressing room and bathroom with both bath and shower.

Outside The property sits in private grounds of around 1.83 acres STS with open countryside to all sides and no near neighbours, making for a very private setting with beautifully designed gardens predominantly laid to lawn with an extensive range of mature bushes, shrubs and trees. At the front is a smart patio which catches the morning and mid day sun, with the rear garden and drive enjoying the afternoon and evening sun. The extensive driveway providing ample parking for multiple vehicles. Extended paddock down the side of the approach driveway lending itself for various uses, while at the side there is a delightful walled courtyard garden adjacent the kitchen beyond which a superb maze of footpaths and hedgerows and a further range of outbuildings including kennels and stores with delightful, well stocked orchard along with a vegetable plot area.

Viewing Strictly by prior appointment through the selling agent.

Location Well lies on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The market town of Alford is approximately 2 miles away and has a further selection of facilities including the highly regarded Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. Also, the popular resort of Sutton on Sea with it s Blue Flag beach status is only 8 miles away.

General Information The particulars of this property are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers. No responsibility is to be assumed for individual items. No appliances have been tested. Fixtures, fittings, carpets and curtains are excluded unless otherwise stated. Plans Maps are not to specific scale, are based on information supplied and subject to verification by a solicitor at sale stage. We are advised that the property is connected to mains electricity, water and private drainage but no utility searches have been carried out to confirm at this stage. The property is in Council Tax band C."