Main Street, Honington, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG32

Located in the quiet village of Honington, Stone Acre is a well-presented bungalow with stunning countryside views, delightful gardens and a paddock. Set in around 1.6 acres, the grounds include a large stone stable block with outbuildings for equestrian use. This stable block could easily be converted into a three-bedroom residential dwelling (with planning permission already granted, application S24/ 0710). There is also the potential for a buyer to purchase/split the stable block or bungalow (Please contact agent for more information).

The property is approached by a sweeping drive with ample parking, a double garage, and low-maintenance lawns. In a secluded spot, the bungalow offers generously proportioned accommodation that has been improved and updated by the current vendors. Particular features include a large lounge, a superb kitchen/breakfast room, a games room and three good-sized bedrooms.

Honington is set in stunning countryside surroundings, with country walks and hiking trails in abundance. The location offers all the benefits of rural living coupled with good transport links to Grantham (5.5 miles) and London (direct trains to London via Grantham in 70 minutes).


• A well-presented property with far-reaching countryside views
• Located in a quiet rural village but with good road and rail links nearby
• Updated and recently redecorated by the current vendors
• Flexible stabling for equestrian use or conversion into three-bedroom accommodation
• Large entrance hall with WC
• Spacious living/dining room with a brick fireplace, wood burner and doors to the rear garden
• Classic kitchen in neutral tones with integrated appliances, including a NEFF oven
• Well-appointed utility room leading to the garden
• Second reception room/games room with French doors to the garden
• A decked raised veranda overlooking the rear garden, paddock and fields
• Two main reception rooms (both have idyllic garden and countryside views)
• Natural stone flooring in main living spaces
• Three generous bedrooms
• Master bedroom extending to a separate dressing room with a large wardrobe
• Dressing room could be adapted as a fourth bedroom
• Family bathroom with sleek contemporary fittings and a Jacuzzi bath
• Separate shower room
• A wealth of storage in the bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and utility room
• Lovely gardens mainly laid to lawn with a shed, raised beds, mature trees and shrubs
• Garden includes a rare Oak tree, magnolia and cherry trees
• A safe and secure fenced area for chickens (including a chicken house and runs)
• Sweeping block-paved drive and parking for several cars, trailers and other vehicles
• A double garage with automatic roller doors

Equestrian facilities and outbuildings
• Six stone stables with three stone outbuildings (including storerooms and a hay store)
• Stable block newly re-roofed (with timber frames)
• Paddock arranged into four separate secure areas (with post and rail fencing)
• Two separate entrances to the paddock
• A block paved hard-standing area for horses
• 2 x 16ft wooden shelters with power, water and lighting plus 1 small shelter
• Handy WC and washroom to the rear of the garage

Location
Honington is a charming village in the heart of Lincolnshire, around 5.5 miles north of Grantham. Notable features include St Wilfrid’s Church and the Honington Hill Fort.

The surrounding countryside offers fantastic opportunities for riding, fishing, walking and shooting. Local walking trails take in spectacular countryside views, heritage trails and quaint country lanes, including a circular walk around Hough-on-the-Hill and the Grantham Canal towpath route.

The nearby village of Barkston has a good primary school, a village hall, a pub and a petrol station with a convenience store. Just 5 minutes away by car, the busy town of Grantham offers direct trains to London King’s Cross (in around 70 minutes) and good road links north and south via the A1.
The surrounding area offers a wide variety of leisure and recreational amenities. Belton is renowned for its country house and park (now owned by the National Trust) as well as a four-star hotel, spa and golf resort. Ancaster (3 miles) is home to Lincolnshire’s largest outdoor activities centre – with karting, paintballing, archery, bowling, laser tag and more.

Schools
The nearby villages of Barkston (2 miles) and Ancaster both have popular primary schools (rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted). Secondary school options are excellent, including grammar schools in Grantham (Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School and The King’s School) and Sleaford (Kesteven and Sleaford High School and Carre’s Grammar School). Other popular secondary schools include The Priory Ruskin Academy (rated ‘Outstanding’) and Walton Academy in Grantham (rated ‘Good’).

For private education, the Grantham Prep International School and Minster Schools (Prep and Senior) in Lincoln are highly regarded.

Seller Insights
“We’ve lived here for nine years. We’d admired the property for many years before we had the opportunity to buy the property from a family friend. It was our dream home, so we jumped at the chance to buy it, and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed living in this beautiful setting. It’s been a difficult decision to sell, and we will take with us many memories of our time here.”

“The house and grounds are all ready for a buyer to just move in and enjoy the surroundings. We’ve made lots of improvements and enhancements while we’ve been living here, such as fitting natural stone flooring in the main living areas and re-roofing the stable block.”

“The views from the decked veranda are fabulous. The decked area is partially covered over, which means you can enjoy the stunning countryside views across the fields even on a rainy day. I shall always remember the amazing sunsets and incredible light shows during a storm.”

“Stone Acre is well-equipped for equestrian use, with secure stables, a paddock and outbuildings. However, it could also easily be converted into separate accommodation for family members or overnight guests. Planning permission has already been granted for this conversion. Having recently added new roofing, converting the stables to living accommodation would be fairly straightforward.”

“The garden is home to a very unusual evergreen Oak tree as well as a magnolia tree, fruit trees and a Japanese maple. We’ve installed some raised beds which are ready for planting. The garden is also a haven for wildlife, such as hedgehogs, owls and birds.”

“The house, stables and paddock are extremely safe and secure areas for animals. The stables and outbuildings have been thoughtfully designed with plenty of storage space, a separate hay store and a washroom/WC at the back of the garage.”

“The living spaces in the bungalow offer flexible spaces for entertaining, including a light and airy living room and a separate games room that has double doors to the decked veranda area. We spend a lot of time in the games room, playing pool and enjoying the fantastic views.”

“Honington is a lovely village, with a close-knit community. We’re lucky to have great neighbours in the village and wonderful countryside on our doorstep. Equally, we’re only a few minutes away by car from larger villages such as Barkston and also Grantham. So, you’re living in this peaceful village but with easy access to shops and other amenities.”

Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil-fired central heating.
Local Authority: South Kesteven District Council
Council Tax Band: F
EPC: D
Tenure: Freehold