Babworth, Retford, DN22

EPC band: F

Intro:

A substantial detached family home dating from 1923 standing in extensive grounds above an acre. The property offers flexible living accommodation finished to the highest standard throughout having undergone renovation yet retaining many original features and charm that blend seamlessly with the comforts of modern living.

The accommodation is set over two floors and boasts spacious dual-aspect reception rooms and a truly enviable kitchen breakfast room on the ground floor with four double bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor. An abundance of natural light provides a real sense of light and space throughout the home.

Approached through an electric gated entrance the property oozes grandeur with grounds flanked with mature trees and shrubs. There is an expansive driveway giving parking for several vehicles along with garaging and a range of outbuildings. The private South facing gardens provide the ideal space to entertain guests with several patio and dining areas giving the perfect vantage point to take in the far-reaching country views.

The property is located around a mile from the market town of Retford offering local amenities along with schooling and excellent road and rail links for commuting.

Accommodation:

Entrance Hall

A grand entrance hall leads through to the ground floor accommodation with stairs rising to the first floor. Seating area with a floor-to-ceiling window giving views over the rear gardens and fields beyond. Tiled flooring, beams to ceiling and door leading out to the rear.

Cloakroom W/C

Suite comprising wash hand basin and W/C, window to the front elevation.

Sitting Room

A well-proportioned dual-aspect reception room, ornate coved ceiling and walnut parquet flooring. A stunning feature of the room is the cast iron wood-burning stove with a feature surround and granite hearth.

Dining Room

An ideal spacious reception room for formal dining boasting a feature fireplace complimented with marble hearth and surround, built-in storage, walnut parquet flooring and a window to the rear elevation and views of the grounds. (Sun Room off.)

Sun Room

Flooded with natural light the sunroom provides an ideal space to relax and unwind and pick up a book. Tiled flooring and a door leading to the side courtyard and gardens.

Study

Ornate coved ceiling, walnut parquet flooring and a window to the front elevation. The current homeowners have occupied this space as a formal study however this is a versatile space. 

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

The heart of the home. A traditional bespoke solid oak kitchen fitted with a comprehensive range of base and wall units with granite work surfaces. A charming inset double Shaws Belfast sink with Perrin and Rowe taps, built-in fridge and freezer, and a built in Smeg Range cooker with induction hob.  Window to the front elevation, tiled flooring and ceiling spotlights, and a walk-in pantry/store. A later addition to the kitchen is the large central island unit with additional worktop space for food prep, entertaining and dining, whilst providing additional under storage, there is also space for a family dining table for morning breakfast and afternoon lunches. 

Utility Room

Fitted with a range of base and wall units with solid oak work surfaces. Inset Belfast sink, built-in microwave and space and plumbing for a dishwasher and a washing machine. The side door leads out to the courtyard.

Boot Room                                                                                                                                                                                                          

A great space for when you have been out on those long country walks to take your boots, coats and hats off to dry off, housing the boiler and log store.

First Floor Landing

Master Bedroom

A large dual-aspect double bedroom with views over the side and rear gardens. Built-in wardrobes, ornate coved ceiling and door access to a Jack and Jill En-suite.

En-Suite/Family Shower Room

Used as Jack and Jill facilities off the landing area and master bedroom, comprising a walk-in double shower with a rainfall shower, fitted vanity unit with inset wash hand basin, low-level flush W/C, heated towel rail and vanity mirror. Fully tiled, ceiling spotlights and loft access.

Bedroom Two

A delightful guest suite. Double bedroom with window to the rear elevation, ornate coved ceiling and access to a private en-suite.

En- Suite

Fully tiled refitted suite comprising a walk-in shower, vanity unit with inset wash hand basin, low-level flush W/C, heated towel rail and mirror

Bedroom Three

Double bedroom with window to the front elevation, ornate coved ceiling.

Bedroom Four

Double bedroom with window to the side elevation, ornate coved ceiling and loft access.

Outside

The property stands on private mature grounds extending to more than an acre. The boundaries are flanked by mature trees and shrubs with expansive lawns and many patio areas, including a recently installed gazebo area ideal for Al Fresco Summer Dining and entertaining. The gardens are south-facing and provide an ideal vantage point to take in the far-reaching country views. The outbuildings include garaging, an outside store and a W/C. There is a summer house and woodland area.

Tenure

We are given to understand that the property is Freehold.

Services

Mains water and electricity are connected. Oil-fired central heating to radiators and drainage to a septic tank.

Rating assessment

We are advised by Bassetlaw District Council that Tudor Lodge is in Rating Band G.

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