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Fine & Country
69 High Street, Grantham, NG31 6NR
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Full Details for 8 Bedroom Property for sale in Grantham, NG32 :

A handsome Grade II listed period house with three true floors and situated in an elevated position, enjoying far reaching views over open countryside.

Situation and Description
Hough on the Hill is a sought after hamlet on a commanding rise situated between Grantham and Newark. The name Hough is Old English haga or enclosure. The village is listed in the Domesday Book of 1086 and consisted of 45 households, four mills and the Grade 1 listed church dedicated to All Saints. The well known gastro pub, the Brownlow Arms was built in 1852 and is Grade 11 listed. The towns of Grantham and Newark offer a good range of local services including shops, pubs, restaurants and leisure facilities. Local golf courses include Belton Woods, Stoke Rochford and Sleaford Golf Club. There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area at both primary and secondary level, including Grantham Primary School, Witham Hill Preparatory School, King's School for boys and Kesteven Girls' School in Grantham and Bourne Grammar School in Bourne. Private secondary schooling is to be found in Oakham, Oundle and Uppingham and Stamford.A particular feature of the South-West of Lincolnshire is the rural appeal linked to its accessibility. There are excellent train services from Grantham to London King's Cross (approx. 70 mins) and to the North. Trains from Newark to London King's Cross (approx. 80 mins).Ownership of Hough Manor has most recently been linked to the Brownlow family and the Belton Estate, with the land surrounding Hough still remaining in ownership. Dating predominantly from the 19th century, Hough Manor is a Grade 11 listed property, constructed of coursed limestone under a slate roof and has accommodation over three floors. The property sits in a commanding position with spectacular views over open countryside and the parkland which adjoins.Floor plans of the accommodation are displayed within this brochure.

Accommodation
The house offers most impressive reception rooms and has been substantially upgraded and modernised by the present owners to provide family accommodation of the highest quality.The newly extended kitchen and utility area greatly enhances the house and is fitted to a high specification. There are folding glazed doors to the terrace, where open views to the South of the adjoining parkland can be enjoyed.The sweeping staircase serves the principal first floor, with access to the majority of the generously proportioned bedrooms.

Stables and Outbuildings
There is stabling for two horses and a small range of outbuildings offering storage.

Gardens and Grounds
The gardens and grounds provide a mature and private setting to the house with a range of trees together with herbaceous borders and shrubberies. There is also a private and secure area within the former walled garden.

Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage. The central heating is oil fired.

Fixtures and Fittings
Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as fitted carpets, curtains and light fittings and garden ornaments are specifically excluded, but may be available by separate negotiation.

Directions
From the A1 North of the new Gonerby interchange, take the turning for Marston and proceed through that village. Follow the road around to the right, past the turning off to Hougham. Turn right to Hough on the Hill. On entering Hough on the Hill, turn left and immediately past the Brownlow Arms take the turning to the left on to Folly Lane. Hough Manor is approximately 100 yards on the left hand side.

Viewings
All viewings must be made strictly by appointment only through the Agent.




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