Stoneycroft1 The Grove, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1RG

The property is a substantial detached Edwardian residence, occupying a highly sought after and discreet position approximately half a mile from Lincoln’s city centre and around a quarter of a mile from the Cathedral. Set within grounds of approximately half an acre, the house enjoys extensive, predominantly stonewalled gardens and discreetly screened, with a mature hedge along the neighbouring boundary to ensure privacy, forming part of one of Uphill Lincoln’s most established private residential addresses.

Offering in excess of 6,000 sq ft of beautifully proportioned accommodation, the house combines exceptional original Edwardian craftsmanship with tasteful modern décor. Commissioned by Newsum’s timber merchants, the property showcases a remarkable level of period detail, including intricately detailed original wood panelling, decorative plasterwork, period fireplaces and generous room proportions. Large windows throughout provide excellent natural light and enhance the property’s overall appearance.

The property has been in the custodianship of only a small number of owners and has been cherished by the current owners for approximately 26 years. One former resident was Australian surgeon Dr Geoffrey Morey, locally known for keeping two kangaroos within the grounds, a detail referenced in The Lincoln Kangaroos.

The approach features wrought iron gates and Yorkshire stone pathing, leading to an entrance porch and the front door. Inside, the reception hall is an impressive space with richly panelled walls, decorative ceiling detailing and a striking grand piano shaped staircase rising to the first floor.

Adjoining the hall is a semi open plan reception room flowing through to a south facing orangery, with full height windows and French doors opening onto the gardens, ideal for entertaining. A further substantial reception room offers additional versatility and enjoys a dual aspect, including a bay window overlooking the rear gardens.

The ground floor also includes a substantial private office, a formal dining room, and a kitchen with dining area, fitted with a central island, stainless steel range cooker and integrated appliances. A particularly spacious pantry provides excellent storage beyond that of a typical pantry. Practical features include two WCs on the ground floor, useful understairs storage, a utility room and a cellar, along with a separate WC accessed externally from the garden.

Two staircases lead to the first floor, where the main staircase opens onto a light filled galleried landing featuring bespoke wooden built in windowsill seating with integrated storage. The first floor offers seven double bedrooms. The principal suite includes a dressing room, en suite bathroom with freestanding bath and walk in shower, and a door opening onto a balcony overlooking the rear gardens. Two further bedrooms have en suites, with a family bathroom serving the remainder.

The front gardens are landscaped with gravel beds, box hedging and mature planting. Parking is provided to the side for two vehicles, together with an integrated double garage incorporating a storage room beneath the garage.

The rear gardens are south facing, beautifully established and highly private, enclosed by stone walls, mature hedging and an impressive array of trees. A wide terrace runs across the rear of the house, leading to lawned gardens, a charming folly with seating, and a brick built storage room at the bottom of the garden.

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