Summary - OLD FARMHOUSE GRANTHAM ROAD OLD SOMERBY GRANTHAM NG33 4AB
5 bed 2 bath Detached
Substantial period home for families seeking character and space in a quiet village.
- Grade II listed farmhouse dating from 1644 with original beams and inglenook fireplaces
- Five bedrooms across three floors; flexible family living with 18 rooms approx
- Very large private plot with garden, detached outbuilding, carport and garage parking
- Open-plan kitchen/dining plus separate dining room and large lounge with double doors
- Listed status restricts alterations and may increase repair/consent costs
- Some rooms have low ceilings and small room sizes typical of period property
- Very slow broadband; not ideal for heavy remote working without upgrades
- Council tax described as quite expensive; factor running costs into budget
This Grade II listed farmhouse, dating from 1644, offers five bedrooms across three floors and abundant period character throughout. Original beams, two inglenook fireplaces and leaded mullion windows create a warm, historic interior complemented by a large lounge, separate dining room and an open-plan kitchen/dining space. Versatile outbuildings with a covered carport and two store rooms add useful workshop and storage options, while a very large plot and private garden suit family life and outdoor hobbies.
The house will particularly appeal to families seeking character and space in a quiet village setting with good local amenities and strong nearby schools. The layout gives flexible living areas and scope to reconfigure rooms; attic and outbuilding space present potential to add value subject to consent. Parking is practical with a gravel forecourt and garage/carport.
Buyers should note the property’s listed status will restrict alterations and could complicate maintenance or modernisation; specialist consent and likely higher repair costs should be factored into budgets. Some rooms feature low ceilings and small proportions consistent with the historic fabric, and internal modernisation may be needed to suit contemporary tastes. Broadband speed is very slow, and council tax is described as quite expensive — practical considerations for remote working or heavy internet users.
A viewing is recommended to appreciate the scale, period detail and external space. For those who value history and village life, this farmhouse offers a rare combination of authenticity, flexible family accommodation and significant external storage, provided buyers accept the obligations and costs that come with a listed rural home.
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