Located within the heart of the sought after village of Navenby and within walking distance to a range of local shops and facilities, The Old Blacksmiths Shop is a charming two-bedroom detached cottage of around 1,100 sqft, which features an array of period features, including exposed stone walls, oak beams and original Blacksmiths brick work and feature archways.

Arranged over two floors, the property is beautifully presented having been recently refurbished and includes a modern fitted kitchen with a range of integrated appliances and quarry tiled flooring, a 20’ dining room which leads into a cozy lounge with a feature exposed stone fireplace housing a gas effect log fire. Upstairs, the property is accessed via an oak staircase with ornate roof window and landing area which leads into two good sized bedrooms and a well-appointed fully tiled bathroom which includes a bath and separate walk-in shower.

Outside, The Old Blacksmiths Shop is approached from the road via a large block paved driveway which provides ample parking, and to the side of the property, there is a fantastic enclosed garden which is accessed from the dining room via French doors with an timber framed covered seating area and fenced boundaries.


Features:

• A charming and well-presented two-bedroom former Blacksmiths Shop.
• Arranged over two floors with an array of period and modern fixtures and fittings.
• Well-appointed kitchen with an array of fitted wall and base units with quarry tiled flooring.
• The kitchen includes an Integral oven and microwave, four ring gas burner with extractor over and a range of integrated appliances including a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge and freezer.
• 20” dining room with French doors leading to the garden area, exposed beams and traditional brick archway with original Blacksmiths shop features.
• Living area with exposed stone wall and a traditional fireplace with oak mantle housing a gas effect log burner.
• Entrance Hall with WC leading off.
• Oak staircase with ornate roof window and landing area.
• Two good sized bedrooms (one with fitted wardrobes).
• Beautifully appointed fully tiled bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, WC, wash hand basin in vanity unit, heated towel rail and tiled flooring.
• Enclosed garden with an timber framed covered seating area and fenced boundaries (accessed from the dining room via French doors).
• Large block paved driveway which provides ample parking.
• Sought after ‘cliff’ village of Navenby.
• Located within walking distance to an array of nearby village amenities.

Location
Attractive Navenby lies on the A607 about 10 miles (15 mins) south of Lincoln and is one of the larger ‘cliff’ villages standing on the limestone escarpment that runs north to south in the centre of Lincolnshire. Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire is about 15 miles (20 mins) southwest, and Sleaford about 10 miles (15 mins) southeast. Fast trains from Newark to central London take around 75 minutes making it perfectly feasible for a day trip into the capital. Grantham is less than a half hour drive south where there is also a train station, fast trains to Kings Cross taking around an hour.

A few years ago, Navenby was voted one of the top rural locations in Britain in which to live. A charming village with a lovely mix of traditional stone period properties, many listed buildings, it is a thriving community. The property is situated very close to the heart of the village so everything is within an easy walk. There are several family-run shops and businesses such as Welbourne’s Bakery which is one of the longest standing artisanal bakeries in the county, and Welbourne’s Tea Room. The main supermarket is the Co-op although there is a One-Stop convenience store almost opposite; there is a medical centre, two pubs, The Lion & Royal and The King’s Head, as well as the popular Macy’s Brasserie. A new community centre, The Navenby Venue, is a hub of activity for many clubs, classes and events.

Navenby straddles the old Roman Road, Ermine Street, as well as the Viking Way providing wonderful country walks with views across the Trent Valley, and much local history. Mrs. Smith’s Cottage is a popular museum in the village illustrating a century of rural Lincolnshire life.

Schools
Navenby C of E Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted and is within walking distance of the property. There is a wide choice of secondary education in the area with a popular state school, William Robertson Academy 3.5 miles (about 5 mins) down the road in Welbourn, a co-ed school rated Good. Sleaford, about 10 miles to the southeast, has St. George’s Academy, Carre’s Grammar School, and Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for Girls), all rated Good. Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School and The King’s School (for boys), both rated Outstanding by Ofsted, are about 15 miles south in Grantham. Newark, 15 miles southwest, has Newark Academy and Magnus Academy, both rated Good. In Lincoln, 11 miles north, The Priory Academy, Sir Robert Pattinson Academy and North Kesteven Academy, amongst others, are also all rated Good. In the independent sector, the co-educational Lincoln Minster Schools in the centre of the city are extremely highly regarded.

Services:
Mains electricity, gas and drainage; mains gas central heating
Local Authority: North Kesteven District Council
Council Tax Band: C
EPC Rating: E
Tenure: Freehold