< Previous10 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYThe couple have an obvious fondnessfor the house and it’s easy to see why,given the peace and quiet that comesfrom living on the edge of such a lovelyvillage. “The views are just one of manythings that attracted us to the property,”recalls Simon “In fact, the property itselfwas little morethan a holidaycottage backthen, and withonly a modestsized garden, butwe could see thepotential as welearned theneighbouring landwas available to purchase too, whichwould enable us to create the house ofour dreams”Once the property was secured,renovation was the order of the day,although there was the usual nail bitingperiod waiting for planning permissionfor an architecturally designed extensionwhich would transform the property.Once attained, structural work beganin earnest and the results are simplyoutstanding. The property is finished toan excellent standard throughout and thesplendid extension lays over three floors,featuring far reaching views across theWolds. While this period style cottage retainsFull of charm andsurpriseFull of charm andsurpriseAmanda and Simon Perkins have enjoyed almost 12 years at Holly Cottage,nestled in the friendly village of Hagworthingham, halfway between Horncastleand Spilsby - a property that echoes all the qualities of a beautiful and personalhome, and with quite a few surprises.Amanda and Simon Perkins have enjoyed almost 12 years at Holly Cottage,nestled in the friendly village of Hagworthingham, halfway between Horncastleand Spilsby - a property that echoes all the qualities of a beautiful and personalhome, and with quite a few surprises.10-12_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:43 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY11HOMESits character, it offers space and modern touchesthat one might struggle to find elsewhere in aproperty of this kind. It has glorious entertainingspace including a bespoke 24-footkitchen/breakfast room with centre island, theluxuries of granite worktops and underfloorheating. The property is suffused with lightthroughout too.The fact that a young family would be growingup here meant the design had to be not onlyeyecatching, but also practical. Natural productssuch as the solid timber floors in the hall andliving room, complemented by tiled floors in thekitchen, add charm and personality and are aperfect choice for a country property, as they12 Á10-12_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:43 Page 212 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESalso add to the warmth of the home. Alarge log burner featured in the through-living, certainly seals the deal, adding anirresistible coziness and ambience. A useful addition on this floor is astudy, as Simon wanted somewhere hecould run his building company fromwithout having things spilling out intothe home. Amanda finds this a usefularea too in which to compose herthoughts when working from home.Leading off from the study is, what Iconsider, a very useful addition; a winecellar, which also doubles as a storeroom. The home is a great example of whatcan be done with a period building if youwork at the details; the planning andsmall touches make it a special haven toretire to after work, which is what mostof us are looking for these days.A staircase leads to another good sizedsitting room with natural wood floors anddouble doors opening out onto a pavedterrace, and it’s features like these thatbathe the area in natural light, while alsoconnecting the indoor living with theoutdoors. Leading off from this sittingroom is an open oak staircase to amaster bedroom with en suite bathroomand a Jack & Jill door to a secondbedroom. The final touch, or so wethought, is a third bedroom set into theeaves with sky lights, its own en suitebathroom and a dressing room. However,as we mentioned, this property is fullof surprises and we soon discover afourth luxurious bedroom, with itsown luxuriously appointed en suitebathroom, sitting above theaforementioned sitting room -complete with its own balcony,affording splendid views of thecountryside.Perhaps the nicest thing aboutHolly Cottage is that it offers suchpleasant surprises. Outside, thestepped gardens are mostly laid tolawn with mature trees enjoying viewsacross open fields which the youngestmember of the family, Louis, makesfull use of, honing his archery skills ashe is a member of Archery GB’sperformance academy.Fortunately, the property isapproached via a steep gated graveldriveway which leads to hard standingfor several cars, so there’s no fear of anerrant arrow causing problems forvisitors; or the postman. Holly Cottage has certainly been alabour of love for the family, and asAmanda explains: “We’ve loved livinghere and we’ve relished bringing theproperty up to such a level, but Simon’sgot the bit between his teeth to startanother project so we’ve decided, after alot of soul searching, that the time isright to let go and begin anotherrenovation.” As such, Holly Cottage is onthe market for £499,950 with SavillsLincoln, who can be contacted on 01522508908.10-12_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:44 Page 3www.pygott-crone.com 01522 568822PHASE 2INITIALRELEASEPART EXCHANGE AVAILABLE • POTENTIAL OPTION OF ‘HELP TO BUY’PRICES FROM £245,000Further releases of luxury new homes on Medland Driveat St John's Village, (an exciting new development withinthe grounds of the historical St John's Hospital with itsgrand Italian style architecture) comprises an aestheticallydesigned range of detached and semi-detached four andfive bedroom homes, which will complement theexisting surroundings. Specifications throughout will be excellent and allproperties on this release come with gardens, andparking, or garage. The location of St John's Village within BracebridgeHeath offers easy access to all amenities, not to mentionits proximity to the Cathedral / University City of Lincoln. With many properties now reserved / sold, St John's Villageis a development that must be seen to be appreciated.Come and see Alyson at the new sales office / show homesited along Lichfield Road junction with Medland DriveLN4 2SS and see the wide range of beautiful propertiesavailable.NEW SALES OFFICE /SHOW HOMEVillagelSales lLettings lMortgages lConveyancing lAuctions lCommercial lAgriculture l Relocation lFor more information contact Jodie Goodridge inour New Homes office on01522 56145013_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:15 Page 114 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESConservatories are often mired by the sameold complaint. They’re too hot in thesummer, and too cold in the winter. Althoughspecialised glass, energy efficient heating oreven opting for a wood burner can helptemper that nuisance, the conservatory is theorphan child of the household, the forgottenannexe that too often gets overlooked for thekitchen or lounge. Whether it’s roofed or open-planned, theconservatory deserves a better fate than asurrogate dining area or somewhere to stickContemplating theCONSERVATORY Contemplating theCONSERVATORY Perfect for parties orlazy evenings, theconservatory is a gift toany homeowner. Doyourself a favour thiswinter and breathesome new life into it. another television. Installing a vinyl playerand sound system is a gateway to evocativeafternoons. Or, for a quieter option,bookshelves and armchairs make for an idealreading nook. Professional cleaning crews take all thehard work and hassle out of maintaining aconservatory, leaving owners free to enjoythe interior and the garden views. When indoubt, keep it simple, a rug or two and afurniture set might just be the ticket toromantic evenings in. 14-15_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:45 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY15HOMESPHOTO: VISION SORRENTO SAHARAAbove: Oak Bookcase EthnicraftBeautifully made with a lavish matt finish, this solid oak bookcase is idealfor displaying more than novels. Below right: Sound Armchair Designed for musicophiles in mind, this armchair from Natuzzi, completewith headphone amp and speakers,couples comfort with luxury. Below: Portable Record Player RedRetro and stylish, this portable lpplayer can be swapped and switchedaround the room and taken on-the-go. 14-15_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:45 Page 216 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESFor many people a home is somethingyou want to spend much of your life in. Ahome can become as much a member ofthe family as the people who live there,and much like a family – can grow incharacter and personality. Yet you wouldnever consider living your entire lifewearing the same set of clothes orhairstyle, and there’s no denying thesudden excitement inherent in seeing –or even moving – to a new home.What is it that makes people considermoving, however? An obvious reason is achange in circumstances, but beyondthat – beyond what we can or cannotcontrol – there is a certain excitement insuch a large change. Rooms we havebecome used to have now changed, andfrom colour to design – everything isdifferent. But you don’t need to move home toexperience that numinous experience.Large-scale refurbishments or redesigns ofhomes are becoming more commonacross the county. Don’t move – improve,appears to be the name of the game, andit’s easy to see why people appreciate thissimple mantra. Moving a home is anPHOTO: ID ARCHITECTUREIMPROVEDifferent is exciting, but it can also be expensive. There are alternative ways to breathelife into a home without moving, however. Don’t move 18 Á16-21_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:47 Page 116-21_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:47 Page 218 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHOMESexpensive prospect, in terms of not onlymoney, but also time. It’s far lessinexpensive to consider making a changeto the house you live in, be it a simple setof key furniture changes to a specificroom – or just changing the coloursacross the house, to bring in a moremodern feeling.Whatever the decision, improving yourhome can not only be a fun experiencethat draws in the entire family, but it canalso drastically increase the value of yourhome. For smaller projects, such asredecorating a room – or even justrearranging the furniture to give it a newfeel, there’s obviously a certain elementof DIY. Thankfully we now live in a timewhere for any project there will likely beonline help articles – or a few hundredyoutube videos showing you just how todo it. For larger undertakings however, suchas redesigning a room in its entirety,adding an extension, or knocking outconnecting walls to combine two roomsinto one. It’s strongly advised that peoplelook for professionals who can offeradvice, and in some cases – inspirationand help with the design phase. 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