< Previous020:Layout 1 20/5/13 10:15 Page 1The Croft, North Road, Bourne, Lincolnshire PE10 9ASTelephone 01778 426995www.thecroftbourne.co.ukThe Croft is a lifestyle private development of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom properties for the over 55s Part Exchange Equity Share Secure Home Purchase*Certain plots at The Croft are available as Equity Share – please ask for more details.1 bedroom bungalowsfrom £139,9502 bed chalet bungalowsfrom £189,9503 bed chalet bungalowsfrom £247,950WelcomeAsk for details on our full range of homepurchase optionsDevelopments also available at:U Bourne U Eye U Deeping St James U Oakham U Yaxley U PinchbeckAWARDED TOTHE CROFTSales office open daily from 10am to 5pm. Open on Thursdays until 6.30pmEnjoy living, with like minded neighbours in these Award Winning developments. 021:Layout 1 20/5/13 10:16 Page 122 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYwww.cooksandcompany.co.uk01636 593910Brunel Drive, Newark, NG24 2FBThinking of purchasing Sub-Zero,Wolf, Gaggenau, Miele, Quooker orFisher & Paykel?Don’t buy without checking your quote with us to see how much you could save!Visit our brand newshowroom to see theseamazing taps in aconThe amazingconvenience of boilingwater on tapInstant access to 100°C water,energy-efficient and money-saving, 100 percentsafe ad mul-purpose.NEW!FUSIONCleethorpes Business Centre, Jackson Place,Wilton Road Industrial Estate, Grimsby DN36 4ASTel: (01472) 210820 www.wiltonstudios.co.ukDESIGN • INSTALLATION • SERVICEyour Localbathroom& tile service022-027:Layout 1 20/5/13 11:42 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY23HOMESWideOPENspaceLincolnshire Today readers, David Swallow andMark Searson built Hawthorne House in 2005.With an emphasis on versatile living space, wevisit their home in Cowbit, Lincolnshire to seewhat makes it such a delight.24 022-027:Layout 1 20/5/13 11:42 Page 224 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHawthorne House sits back from a main road in thevillage of Cowbit, but you’ll not notice traffic in thishaven of calm. The property is gated and has a videomonitor for that extra piece of mind. With fourbedrooms and a generous amount of space for living,it’s a welcoming home, full of classic farmhouse charm,despite being a new build. Mark says: “A lot of thought went into the design, wehave handmade bricks all set straight. We built it for ourretirement; after more than 30 years in the civil service Igot the chance to retire.”“We just think it’s time for a new chapter,” says David,“It’s got potential to be a great family home.”What you immediately notice is the incrediblebespoke staircase that takes up much of the entrance,made by Barnsdales of Donington, its turned posts andbalustrades look incredible and give a great centralaspect to the home. This is coupled with an immaculateAmtico American Oak floor which leads you not only tothe downstairs lounges, but to the kitchens beyond too. 022-027:Layout 1 20/5/13 11:42 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY25HOMESWith David being a chef in the nearby Chestnut TeaRooms in Gedney, the kitchen is his domain andperhaps explains the reason for two kitchens. One isset as a main kitchen, which is great for cooking withfriends or entertaining and the other ‘working’ kitchenis used more for more intensive cooking experiments.Both kitchens are wonderfully appointed, havingtraditional yet modern features like Belfast sinks,Sheraton Buttermilk units and pretty much everythinga budding chef might need. Broken up with a beautifuldresser, it could be the perfect place to prepare thatSunday Roast or family meal.The snug on the ground floor is just that, cosy andwelcoming its wooden floors combined with Frenchdoors mean it’s a relaxing room with great views to thehome’s huge grounds beyond. The front two roomsmirror each other in terms of layout and marblefireplaces, one being a dining room, the other a lightand airy living room, both with Cutlers leaf coving,26 The grounds at Hawthorne House are expansive,offering four acres of blank canvas it is currently grassedand has a specially-planted ‘S-shape’ of trees plantedthat will mature into an established screen in time.022-027:Layout 1 20/5/13 11:42 Page 426 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYWE REPAIR AND REPLACE:Steamed-Up Windows - Broken Hinges - Handles - LocksOUR GLASS COMES WITH A 10 YEAR GUARANTEESAMPLE PRICE LISTSteamed Up Windowsfrom £25Replacement handlesfrom £35Replacement hingesfrom £55Replacement locking systemfrom £60Anti-bump/anti-snap Security locksfrom £690800 6122943www.windowgeeks.co.ukNO MINIMUMCHARGENO CALL OUTCHARGENO CREDIT CARDCHARGELet us help you see clearer, feel warmer & get better protectedFREESURVEYWE REPAIR AND REPLACE:Steamed-Up Windows - Broken Hinges - Handles - Locks•24/7 Emergency Call-Outs•Domestic & Commercial•Drain Jetting & Repairs•CCTV Surveys & Reports•Plumbing & Heating•CH Powerflushing•No Call-Out Fee •Fixed Prices•No Job Too Small •All Work GuaranteedLooking for agreat gift idea?Lincolnshire Today’s gift subscription foronly £27.55 with free deliveryCall 01472 310301or visit www.lincolnshiretoday.net/341EthicalfashionNaturalbeautyWalkinginthewildFarm&CountryLink£2.95MARCH2013£2.95MARCH2013WherestylecomesnaturallyWherestylecomesnaturallyEthicalfashionNaturalbeautyWalkinginthewildFarm&CountryLinkTHEREGION’SFAVOURITECOUNTYMAGAZINETHEREGION’SFAVOURITECOUNTYMAGAZINEwww.blmgroup.co.ukwww.blmgroup.co.ukBLMGROUPGROUPBLMBLMGROUPGROUPBLMWWW.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY.NETWWW.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY.NET25 years young25 years youngGastronomicdelightsCoastalhikesHomes&GardensNauticalstyle£2.95MAY2013£2.95MAY2013CelebratingourwonderfulcoastCelebratingourwonderfulcoastGastronomicdelightsCoastalhikesHomes&GardensNauticalstyleTHEREGION’SFAVOURITECOUNTYMAGAZINETHEREGION’SFAVOURITECOUNTYMAGAZINEwww.blmgroup.co.ukwww.blmgroup.co.ukBLMGROUPGROUPBLMBLMGROUPGROUPBLMWWW.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY.NETWWW.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY.NET25 years young25 years youngRetrostyleessentialsHomes&GardensClassicmotoringTimelessPastimes£2.95APRIL2013£2.95APRIL2013VintageisbackVintageisbackRetrostyleessentialsHomes&GardensClassicmotoringTimelesspastimesTHEREGION’SFAVOURITECOUNTYMAGAZINETHEREGION’SFAVOURITECOUNTYMAGAZINEwww.blmgroup.co.ukwww.blmgroup.co.ukBLMGROUPGROUPBLMBLMGROUPGROUPBLMWWW.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY.NETWWW.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY.NET25 years young25 years young1st 3issues only£1022-027:Layout 1 20/5/13 11:42 Page 5for future use include equestrian fansmaking use of the sheer amount of spaceand perhaps splitting up the huge field-like garden into separated paddocks.Hawthorne House is a fantastic home inone of the prettiest areas in the county,surrounded by vast, open space withnature on the doorstep and, somethwatsurprisingly, is currently on the marketwith Chesterton Humberts for £600,000.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY27HOMESwhich just adds that extra level ofsophistication.Elsewhere the main bathroom offers an‘Airbath’ Jacuzzi, offering an alternative toa traditional soak in the tub, although thecouple have an opulent roll-top bathupstairs. The ground floor masterbedroom also has a fully-tiled wetroomwith a walk-in shower and also leads outinto its own conservatory, giving moreviews to the surrounding countryside. Upstairs, the large gallery landing leadsto a sizeable guest bedroom with ensuite,a master bedroom with theaforementioned roll-top bath and afourth bedroom currently used as anoffice.Outside, the triple garage is set out inthe same delightful brickwork but alsoharbours a hidden surprise in the form ofThe snug on the groundfloor is just that. Cosy and welcoming itswooden floors combined with Frenchdoors make it a relaxing room with greatviews to the home’s hugegrounds beyonda self-contained annexe. With a loungeand dining room, kitchenette and showerroom, it’s a perfect little addition to analready amazing home.The grounds at Hawthorne House areexpansive, offering four acres of blankcanvas it is currently grassed and has aspecially-planted ‘S-shape’ of treesplanted that will mature into anestablished screen in time. Suggestions022-027:Layout 1 20/5/13 11:43 Page 6Time for abreak?There’s nothing for it, we’ll have to have a cupof coffee. But where to put it? Here’s some ideasto brighten even the most dreary day. A table canreally tie a room together after all!1 – Hugo Croc table – This sleek table has a croc effect leather top to wowguests, incorporating some sartorial style into your furniture. Why not pair withsome leather chairs for that club look? £1245www.beautifulmodernthing.com2 –Patterned cushions from Georgiana May - These are just the best designswe’ve seen lately. Perfect for propping you up while you sip on a well-earnedcuppa! £20 www.georgianamay.co.uk3 –Blossom cups and saucers - The best way to drink coffee is with a bitof class and we think these patterned cups do just that job. £10.50 -£13.50 www.follie.co.uk4 – Vintage Union Flag table – This vintage inspired table will go well inany room, but sits at the perfect height for entertaining, plenty of room forbiscuits! £375 www.theoldcinema.co.uk5 – Bean bag Versa table – This unusual design is a bean bag with a solidand firm top that stays upright despite its squishy look! Perfect for browsingthe internet on a laptop while you unwind. £149 www.ambientlounge.co.uk6 – Bashment metal coffee table – This industrial and chic metal trunk styletable is unusual but would go well in a studio flat or more minimalist room.Perfect for loft conversions too it’s a real trooper. £295www.alexanderandpearl.co.uk7 – GG Shelf table – Quirky and modern, these ‘shelves’ can also be used asindividual coffee tables and your magazines and books can be stowed in the body.Great for smaller places or for those who need to keep their personal effects that bittidier! £199 www.coucoumanou.comHOMES1234567028-029:Layout 1 20/5/13 10:49 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY29Worth a Closer Look!See, touch and feel the comfortAt the only nicheshowroom in the EastMidlands dedicated todisplaying finest qualityChesterfield furnitureVisitus Now!“Huge savings in our current promotion”Call and browse our range at your convenienceTelephone us now01673 866656for a brochureChesterfields in Lincoln2 Ryland Bridge, Dunholme Road, Welton-by-Lincoln LN2 3RPShowroom open 7 days a week 10-5.00pm, butSun-Tues by prior arrangementwww.chesterfieldsinlincoln.com01529 240092www.georgianamay.co.ukfor all your finishing toucheswww.follie.co.uk83 Bailgate, Lincoln, LN1 3ARTel: 01522 579400For your FREE brochure call our 24hr Brochure Line on: 0800 158 8270 Questions? 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