carlby, lincolnshire

Dixon HouseCarlby | Lincolnshire | PE9 4LU

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Dixon HouseDixon House is a charming, stone-built family home that occupies a glorious setting on the fringes of the pretty village of Carlby. It was constructed in 2004 and has been thoughtfully designed to fit beautifully with the narrative of its lovely surroundings.

“We bought the house in 2007,” says Alison, “and what initially prompted us to take a look was the location, we love the Stamford area, and the fact that it had land on which I could keep my horse. The minute we stepped through the front door we were completely sold. It’s a very light and bright house, and it has been built to an extremely high standard with lots of beautiful natural materials having been used both inside and out. I walked in and immediately thought wow, if I was building myself a house this is exactly the way I would have it.”

“The house has a lovely big entrance hall, which has a really welcoming feel; it’s as big as some living rooms,” continues Alison, “and the majority of the main living areas flow directly from it. It’s a fabulous layout that’s ideal for busy family life, and all of the rooms are really spacious so you don’t ever get the feeling of being on top of one another; it’s also a great house to entertain in.”

This lovely home is set within around three acres of grounds, which incorporate a generously proportioned garden, beyond which is a large field with stabling. “It’s lovely being surrounded by so much beautiful countryside,” says Alison. “You don’t need to worry about being overlooked, and you can sit in bed in the morning with a nice cup of tea and see for miles. It’s just lovely.”

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.


SITUATIONSituated just outside the pretty Lincolnshire village of Carlby, Dixon House enjoys a private, semi-rural location with views over open countryside. Carlby itself is just a few minutes walk and has a local Church and village hall, whilst local shopping is available in the market town of Bourne, 4 miles to the north. The lovely, renowned Georgian town of Stamford, 6 miles to the south, has extensive shopping plus bars, restaurants and a busy Arts Centre. The property is well placed for road access with the A1 just a few miles away, and Stamford station has links to the Midlands and connections to Peterborough station for the high speed train link to London and the North. The area is excellently served for education with private schools at Witham-on-the-Hill (2 miles away); Stamford, Oakham and Uppingham are all within driving distance, and local state schools include the Grammar School in Bourne. It is an easy drive to Rutland Water which offers outdoor leisure pursuits and there are golf courses at nearby Toft and Burghley Park.

DESCRIPTIONDixon House is an attractive property built of local stone with a Collyweston slate-style roof. Set on the edge of the village, well back from the road, the garden borders open fields and there are splendid country views from throughout the house and the garden. The house, built in 2004 has an impressive interior that features elegant reception rooms with large windows that fill the house with light and make the most of the far-reaching views. Fitted to exacting standards this modern

property has features including oil-fired under-floor heating throughout, solid oak latch-handled doors and a stylish country-style Kitchen with an AGA. Doors from the Family Room open out to a south-facing terrace looking out over the garden to the countryside beyond. The property has excellent equestrian facilities with a fully fenced two acre paddock and timber-clad stable block, and there is the further benefit of a self-contained studio Annexe above the Garage which is ideal for older children or staff accommodation. With its extensive and flexible accommodation, smart interior and wonderful country aspect, Dixon House is a splendid family home with excellent facilities in a splendid location.

ApproachThe house is set back from the road and approached via a wide gravelled drive. Enclosed at the front by post and rail fencing, double five-bar gates open into a wide parking area at the front of the house, with the Garage to one side.

THE HOUSE ~ Entrance HallThe front door opens into the spacious Hall with a window to the front, elegant Travertine tiled flooring with under-floor heating, and the stairs to the first floor. There is a large under-stairs cupboard.

CloakroomWith tiled floor, basin and WC.

Living RoomThe elegant, light-filled Living Room has two wide windows on each side of the house with views out over open countryside at the back. The focal point is the handsome stone-carved fireplace, fitted with a wood-burning stove.

StudyThis sunny room has a window looking out to the drive and could equally be used as a Family or Dining Room.

Kitchen & Breakfast RoomThe welcoming Kitchen & Breakfast Room has Travertine tiled floor with under-floor heating and a stylish range of oak wall and base cabinets with granite work-surface. A warming two oven AGA with companion electric oven sits at the heart, there is a 1½ bowl inset sink with mixer tap and integrated appliances include a microwave, fridge and dishwasher. Glazed double doors lead through to the Dining Room, making this the natural centre for every-day life.

Rear Hall & Utility RoomThe Utility Room has a range of wall and base units, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, and space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble-dryer. There is tiled flooring and space for a free-standing fridge/freezer. A rear Hall connects the Kitchen to the Utility Room with a side door to the garden and space for coat and boot storage.


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Dining RoomDouble doors connect this sunny space to the Kitchen and it is filled with light from windows on three walls. On the garden side French Doors open the room up to the south-facing elevated terrace which has views out over the garden and paddock to the open countryside beyond. First Floor The handsome solid oak stair case leads to a carpeted landing with loft access and large airing cupboard.

Master Bedroom & En Suite BathroomThe impressive Master Bedroom has a wide window to make the most of the captivating country views and to fill the room with southerly light. There are two, fitted wardrobes and a door leads through to the En Suite Bathroom which has tiled flooring and a suite comprising bath with mixer tap, basin, WC and Monsoon shower. There is a heated towel rail.

Guest Bedroom & En Suite Shower RoomAn attractive Bedroom with views to the front and fitted wardrobe. Ideal for guests this has an En Suite Shower Room with tiled floor, tongue-&-groove panelling to dado height, a heated towel rail and a suite comprising basin with mixer tap, WC and Monsoon shower. Bedroom ThreeWith fitted wardrobes and a view to the front.

Bedroom FourA cosy bedroom with views to the front and fitted wardrobe.

Bath RoomWith tiled flooring and a heated towel rail, this has a suite of basin with mixer tap, bath with mixer tap and separate shower attachment and WC.

OUTSIDE

Double Garage The double Garage has two sets of up-and-over electric doors, power and lighting. There is space for parking for two cars plus further storage. Stone steps lead up the side to the first floor apartment.

Self-contained Studio ApartmentLocated on the first floor of the Garage, the apartment is entirely self-contained with a private entrance at the top of the outside steps. Ideally equipped the studio features a large Living Room/Bedroom, a Kitchenette with double electric oven with four ring hob, a stainless steel sink with mixer tap and space for a fridge. The Bathroom has a suite comprising bath with overhead shower, basin and WC.

The GardenThe garden wraps around two sides of the house and is planted with semi-mature trees and shrubs. The sunny south-facing terrace is stone-flagged and elevated to make the most of the wonderful country views, French doors from the Dining Room allow easy access between house and garden. The lower lawn runs down to the paddock which lies beyond.

Stables & PaddockThe timber-clad Stable block has two loose boxes, a tack room and hay barn. It is surrounded by gravel for parking loose-boxes and vehicles and ideally located adjacent to the paddock with a five-bar gate allowing vehicular access from the drive. The paddock lies beyond the garden and is fully fenced and surrounded by mature hedging beyond which is open countryside.

Local Authority: South Kesteven District CouncilCentral Heating: OilEPC Rating: C


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg. No. 05372232. Registered Office: C/O Belvoir Lettings Plc The Old Courthouse , London Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 6HR Printed 11.12.2015

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