5 bed detached house for sale

Welcome To Ainsworth House, Walesby Road, Market Rasen LN8

Welcome to Ainsworth House, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire

Five Bedroom Victorian Residence | Approx. 3,000 Sq Ft | EPC A Rating | Approx. 1/3 Acre Plot (sts) | Solar Panels & Tesla Battery Storage | Detached Annex Building | Full Planning Permission Granted for Further Annex & Garage | Extensive Parking | No Onward Chain

Ainsworth House is a truly exceptional Victorian residence occupying a generous plot of approximately one-third of an acre (sts) and extending to almost 3,000 sq ft of beautifully appointed accommodation. Combining timeless period elegance with cutting-edge energy efficiency, this remarkable home offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial family residence that is both full of character and future-proofed for modern living.

The property has been significantly enhanced by the current owners and boasts an outstanding EPC A rating, incorporating solar panels, Tesla battery storage and EV charging facilities. The result is a home that delivers all the charm and grandeur expected of a Victorian property whilst benefiting from impressively low running costs and outstanding environmental credentials.

A grand reception hallway extending to over 28ft in length provides an impressive introduction to the home and immediately showcases the scale and character on offer.

To the front of the property, the elegant living room measures an impressive 20'10" x 13'1" and enjoys a large bay window together with a beautiful original fireplace with an open fire. This superb reception room offers the perfect setting for both formal entertaining and everyday family life.

Across the hallway, a second bay-fronted reception room provides a wonderful family room or snug, rich in period charm and centred around a further original fireplace with wood-burning stove. Measuring over 16ft in length, this inviting room flows seamlessly into the adjoining 17ft sunroom, creating a bright and versatile living space overlooking the gardens.

The stunning kitchen and breakfast room forms the true heart of the home. Beautifully designed and extensively fitted, it features quartz work surfaces, a substantial central island with breakfast bar seating, a range-style cooker, spaces and plumbing for appliances, extensive storage and space for an American-style fridge freezer. Perfectly suited to modern family living and entertaining, the kitchen enjoys excellent connectivity to the surrounding reception rooms and outdoor space.

Further ground floor accommodation includes a separate utility room, cloakroom, study and useful storeroom, providing excellent practicality for modern lifestyles and those working from home.

The first floor is centred around an impressive landing and offers five generously proportioned bedrooms.

The principal bedroom enjoys views over the grounds and benefits from a stylish ensuite shower room. Bedroom two is positioned away from the main bedroom accommodation via its own side landing and enjoys a private ensuite bathroom, making it ideal for guests, older children, independent family members or multi-generational living.

Two substantial bay-fronted double bedrooms occupy the front elevation, each measuring approximately 13ft by 16ft and offering a level of space rarely found in modern homes. Bedroom five overlooks the gardens and provides flexibility as a bedroom, dressing room, nursery or additional home office.

Outside, the grounds are a genuine highlight. Extending across approximately one-third of an acre (sts), the beautifully established rear gardens provide a wonderful backdrop to the home. Predominantly laid to lawn with mature planting, established boundaries and excellent levels of privacy, the gardens offer ample space for families, entertaining and outdoor enjoyment. A recently installed patio creates the perfect setting for summer dining and social gatherings, whilst a range of useful outbuildings enhances the practicality of the property.

Positioned within the grounds is a fully self-contained detached annex-style garden building, offering versatile additional accommodation, having a separate bedroom, shower room, suitable for a variety of uses including guest accommodation, a home office, studio, gym or hobby space. There is power, lighting, air conditioning and wifi.

Perhaps the most exciting feature of all is the full planning permission already granted for the construction of a detached one-bedroom annex with garage and independent driveway access. This presents a fantastic opportunity for multi-generational living, guest accommodation, independent family occupation, home business use or potential income generation, adding significant future value and flexibility to an already outstanding home.

Planning Approval Number 146718 (Portal id). Drawings under brochure section.

To the front, an extensive gravelled driveway provides generous off-road parking for numerous vehicles, with ample space remaining should additional garaging or further parking facilities be desired (subject to any necessary consents). Access is gained via a fob-operated electric gate, offering an excellent degree of privacy, security and convenience.

Combining Victorian grandeur, almost 3,000 sq ft of versatile accommodation, exceptional energy efficiency and exciting future potential, Ainsworth House represents one of the most unique homes currently available within the Lincolnshire market. Whether you are searching for a substantial family residence, a multi-generational living solution or a property with development opportunities already secured, this remarkable home delivers on every level.

Rarely does a home combine Victorian grandeur, almost 3,000 sq ft of versatile accommodation, exceptional energy efficiency and significant future potential so successfully. Offered with no onward chain, Ainsworth House represents a truly unique opportunity within the Lincolnshire market.

This home further benefits from having upvc double glazing and gas central heating throughout. As mentioned previously there is air conditioning to the dining area and garden room and annex.

Offered for sale with no onward chain.

Location


Market Rasen offers a wide range of everyday amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, healthcare facilities, leisure amenities and a railway station with services to Lincoln and Cleethorpes. Rail connections via Lincoln or Newark also provide convenient access to London, making the area well suited for commuters and those requiring wider transport links. The town is also home to the popular Market Rasen Racecourse.

For families, the area is well served by education, with a selection of primary schools nearby including Tealby Primary School, located approximately three miles away. Secondary education is available at De Aston School, while further options include the highly regarded Caistor Grammar School, together with Lincoln Minster School for independent education.

Situated on the western edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, the area enjoys immediate access to rolling countryside, scenic walks, cycling routes and picturesque villages, offering an excellent balance of rural living and everyday convenience.

Tenure - Freehold

services - Mains gas, water, electricity, and drainage are connected. The property has high speed / ultra-fast fibre internet.

Council tax - This home is in Council Tax Band G according to the East Lindsey District Council website.

EPC rating - A

agents note - Please be advised that their property details may be subject to change and must not be relied upon as an accurate description of this home. Although these details are thought to be materially correct, the accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and they do not form part of any contract. All services and appliances must be considered 'untested' and a buyer should ensure their appointed solicitor collates any relevant information or service/warranty documentation. Please note, all dimensions are approximate/maximums and should not be relied upon for the purposes of floor coverings.

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