SUMMARY
A charming and historic detached period cottage dating back to 1835, beautifully positioned in the heart of Deeping St James and enjoying breathtaking southerly views over the River Welland.
DESCRIPTION
Deeping St James is a wonderfully well served and welcoming riverside village, offering a fantastic blend of community, convenience and natural beauty. Just a short walk from the property is the popular Waterton Arms, a traditional village pub known for great food and a friendly atmosphere. A selection of independent coffee shops, local stores and everyday shopping facilities are also within an easy stroll, making daily life convenient and enjoyable.
The village benefits from excellent bus routes providing direct links to Peterborough, Stamford, Bourne and Spalding, making it an ideal location for commuters, schooling routes, and access to wider amenities. With picturesque riverside walks, charming green spaces and a welcoming community, Deeping St James offers the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and modern convenience.
A charming and historic detached period cottage dating back to 1835, beautifully positioned in the heart of Deeping St James and enjoying breathtaking southerly views over the River Welland. Offered with no onward chain, this unique home combines original character with generous living spaces and exceptional outdoor areas that lead directly down to the water's edge.
Approached through double timber gates, the property benefits from private off-road parking for up to four vehicles and, subject to any necessary permissions, offers scope for the addition of a car port or garage should this be a requirement for future owners. Stepping inside, the entrance hallway with tiled flooring and understairs storage introduces the period charm that continues throughout.
The impressive 22ft lounge is a warm, inviting space featuring an inglenook-style fireplace with cast iron woodburner, exposed beams and front windows, with French doors opening into the showpiece 19ft southerly facing garden room. This remarkable room is flooded with natural light from two lantern-style roof windows and offers French doors out to the patio, creating a stunning space to enjoy the river and gardens year-round.
The ground floor continues with a generous dual-aspect dining room, followed by a spacious kitchen fitted with ample cabinetry, central island, cooking range, integrated dishwasher, American-style fridge/freezer and a stable door to the garden. An inner hallway links to a utility room and ground-floor shower room.
Upstairs, the landing enjoys exposed beams and a front window, leading to three well proportioned bedrooms, including two large doubles with front windows and charming rear dormer windows. A family bathroom with double shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin completes the first floor.
The rear garden is an exceptional feature of this home - southerly facing, beautifully landscaped, and designed to take full advantage of its riverfront setting. Laid mainly to shaped lawn with mature shrubs and trees, the garden includes a patio terrace, summerhouse, timber shed, and pathways leading down to a delightful jetty overlooking the River Welland. It is a peaceful, private haven, ideal for relaxation, entertaining, or simply enjoying the calm flow of the river and the surrounding countryside.
Council Tax Band: D Tenure: Unknown
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SHARMAN QUINNEY NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
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