Summary - The Cottage, Roman Bank, Saracens Head PE12 8BB
2 bed 1 bath Detached
Secluded two-bedroom home with large garden, farmland views and no onward chain.
- Detached two-bedroom cottage dating from 1856
- Exposed beams and traditional fireplace; good character
- Two reception rooms plus conservatory extension
- Generous plot with enclosed lawns and multiple parking spaces
- No onward chain, short distance to Holbeach amenities
- Conservatory dilapidated and garden neglected, needs renovation
- Evidence of damp and mould in places; remedial work needed
- Solid brick walls with no insulation assumed; electric storage heating
Set well back from the lane, this detached two-bedroom cottage (circa 1856) sits on a generous plot with far-reaching farmland views to the side and rear. Period features such as exposed beams and a traditional fireplace give the house character, while two reception rooms and a compact conservatory extend the living space. Off-road parking for several vehicles and an enclosed lawned garden complete the picture. There is no onward chain, which can speed a purchase.
The property is best suited to a buyer seeking a comfortable, smaller home with scope to improve rather than a turnkey move-in. The mid-20th-century conservatory and exterior areas are dated and need work; internal decoration is basic in places. Construction is solid brick as built, with assumed no cavity insulation, and heating is by electric storage heaters — both factors to consider for running costs and any planned upgrades.
Buyers should note signs of damp and mould in parts of the building and the neglected garden and conservatory will require clearance or renovation. These issues present an opportunity to add value through targeted remedial work and better insulation or heating. Nearby Holbeach provides amenities, schools rated Good, and village life suits those wanting quieter surroundings while retaining access to local services.
For someone downsizing or seeking a peaceful second home in an agricultural landscape, this cottage offers charm, privacy and development potential on a large plot. Be prepared to plan and budget for repairs, modernisation and damp remediation to unlock the property’s full appeal.
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