< PreviousHelp to BuyOnly a 5% deposit required and it’s not just for first-time buyers!*Help to get on the property ladderNo Stamp Duty to pay on purchases up to £300,000 for first-time buyers!Help to make yours your ownSpecial offers on selected plots with items such as free flooring.Visit our website for more information and details of all our current developments or call us on 0845 450 7872.Current developmentsBoston Boston GateCorby Oakley RiseNettleham Nettleham ChasePinchbeck Pinchbeck FieldsComing soonColsterworthHorncastleLouth Moulton Sleaford Weston Mede Details correct at time of going to print. *Subject to approval and status.www.allison-homes.co.uk Why rent, whenwe can help you to buy? from £187,500 from £294,995 Building on our reputation3160 0918Allison Homes, Falcon Way, Bourne, Lincolnshire PE10 0FFTel: 01778 391555enquiries@allison-homes.co.uk10-11.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 13:51 Page 10SSOEX[[[PEVO¾IIXLSQIWGSYOJSVQSVIMRJSVQEXMSR IQEMPFEWXSR$PEVO¾IIXLSQIWGSYOSVGEPPThe Croft at Baston is a stylish development of one and two bedroom bungalows designed to need minimal ongoing maintenance and exclusively for the over 55s.1E]½IPH+EVHIRWSJJ'LIWLEQ(VMZI&EWXSR0MRGSPRWLMVI4)5;6DOHVRI¼FHRSHQ6DWXUGD\WR7XHVGD\DP®SP'SQIERH½RH]SYVRI[LSQITime to make your life, your ownTHE CROFT AT BASTONDESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE OVER 55SCB3113 0818SHOWHOMENOW OPENThe design of The Croft at Baston means that residents can enjoy a sense of property security within a close community of neighbours.10-11.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 13:51 Page 212 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYREADERS’ HOMESHorse riders’ havenWith extensive equestrian facilities, including its own manège school, thismonth’s featured home is paradise for anyone with a horse and is ideal for theup-and-coming professional rider.12-15.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 14:31 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY13READERS’ HOMESImagine: one drives through a pair ofelectric gates, continues up a privateblock paved driveway, and can hear birdschirping in the trees. Sounds likeidealism, a dream. Well, this is whereyou’ll find the very real Glebe House.Lying in the hamlet of Gunby, the housecomes with great local schools, privateeducation opportunities and offers easyaccess to the A1, which makes Granthamand Stamford just a stone’s throw away.The present owners Hugh and Jenniferhave lived at Glebe House for 11 yearsand were originally drawn to the area tobe near to his grandchildren. Puttingtheir heart and soul into the property,they have completed a significantamount of work on the home to make itwhat it is today. They have extended themain bedroom, built the separate officeand landscaped the land. Hugh said theyhave done pretty much “everything apartfrom the actual main buildings.”The four double bedroom family homeboasts a 2.2 acre plot and paddocks -with a further 6 acres available if desired.One can certainly see where its nameGlebe House, meaning land and fields,comes from, since this property certainlyhas ample amounts of it. The layout ofthe rooms within the house overall isideal, with the four reception rooms onthe ground floor and the four bedroomson the first floor all being south facing -the builder certainly knew where onewould like to take in a beautiful vistamost.When entering the property one ispresented with an oak panelled receptionhall with bespoke joinery, a fireplace, andan adjoining water closet. A spacioussitting room with a multi-fuel stove is tothe right of the entrance, and adjoins thedining room. The kitchen, which hasbeen hand-fitted, is off the left of theentrance hall and features a desirable oil-fired Aga including an electriccompanion, oak panelled units and acentre console, offering plenty of spaceto chop, dice or bake. A light and brightgarden room leads off from one side ofthe kitchen and is perfect for relaxingand chatting or dining and watching theseasons change, whilst a snug leads offthe other featuring a multi-fuel stove,perfect for cooler days and nights whenone wants to be cosy.Moving up to the second floor, one is14 Á12-15.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 14:31 Page 214 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYREADERS’ HOMESgreeted by a galleried landing, libraryspace and there is also a highly usefulattic above. The master bedroom iscertainly a dream and is quite rightlyJennifer’s favourite feature of the home.The room boasts floor to ceiling glassthat allows one to take in the stunningfar-reaching views over the garden andfields, and a balcony that one couldsimply sit out on all day, embracing thenature and greenery that spreads as faras the eye can see. The master bedroomalso offers a large dressing room and anoak-panelled ensuite with a bath and ashower. There are 3 additional doublebedrooms on this floor too, as well as thefamily bathroom which has both a showerand bath.Perfect for the self-employed, or thosewho work from home, the property has aseparate purpose-built home office. Thelarge annex overlooks the garden andhas a fitted kitchenette and a showerroom, and could therefore easily becomeaccommodation for a grandparent orteenager – or, for those with a string ofhorses, a groom.Ideal for the equine enthusiast andprofessional riders, as well as youngsterswanting to become competitors, theproperty provides extensive equestrianfacilities including American-stylestabling. There are 5 ‘Cheval Liberté’fitted stables, 3 pony stables, two tackrooms, a horse wash area, kitchen, and ararely found indoor all weather manège /school which has its own yard area withstanding for horse boxes. If all of this isnot enough, there is even room for ahorse walker or additional stabling. Ontop of this, the quiet country lanes thatsurround the property are barelyinterrupted by major roads, making thelocation perfect for a peaceful horse ride.This is also great if you’re a cyclist. Theequine facilities also feature a large barn,a hay barn, a utility garage and dogpound, enough parking for at least 4boxes or trailers, and there is plenty ofgrazing space at the property as well asfield shelters and convenient watersupply for your horses.Outside, the garden hosts easilymanaged mature flower beds andhedges, as well as a tranquil doublepond with a mini stream, near to which agazebo globe currently sits. For thoseaspire to some self-sufficiency, thegardens also offer a vegetable garden, apen and coop for chickens and a highlyuseful greenhouse. Although the house is absolutelybeautiful, Hugh and Jennifer are nowready to leave their home. Hugh said:“We want to downsize, and thegrandchildren have moved away.” Headded: “We no longer need themanège, so we want to find somebodywho will appreciate it properly.” GlebeHouse is on the market and is being soldby Connells at a guide price of£1,250,000.12-15.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 14:31 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY15READERS’ HOMESFireplaces - Fires - StovesGas - Electric - Multifuel - Wood-burningBurning Sensation(Grimsby) LtdArmstrong Street, Grimsby. DN31 1XDCall: 01472 351651 sales@burningsensation.co.ukwww.burningsensation.co.ukA beautifulcollection of fireplacesand homeaccessoriesVisit our showroom or call us todayChurch Road, Boston PE21 0LG | Tel: 01205 310 327 E-mail: sales@bostonheating.co.ukwww.bostonheating.co.ukPremium Multifuel Stoves, Gas & Electric Fires And SurroundsJ&JFUELSBOSTONOil in South Lincolnshire is available at a fair price and with a reliable servicefrom J and J Fuels. We are here to ensure you receive the very best service andat a time that suits you.As member of the Federation of Petroleum Suppliers you can be sure of a safe serviceevery time with quality of product also assured. We pride ourselves on our prompt deliveryservices as well as our competitive prices. Offering domestic heating oil and farm dieselwithin a 30 mile radius of Boston.01205 760 638Bakers Lane, Freiston, Bostonwww.jandjfuels.com12-15.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 14:31 Page 4love chocolateLOVE BRANDS • LOVE SHOPPING • LOVE LINCOLNSHIRELOVE OLDRIDS & DOWNTOWNlove towelsLOVE LEGOlove unicornsORYHÁRZHUVLOVE PETSlove beautylove pyjamas/29(79Vlove undiesLOVE JUMPERSlove decorationsLOVE CHRISTMAS TREESLOVE FESTIVE LIGHTSlove bags/29(79Vlove noveltyLOVE PUZZLESLOVE JEWELLERYLOVE COOKINGlove suitslove choiceORYHERRNVLOVE BRANDSlove garden toolslove beddinglove sconeslove scarves16-17.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 13:52 Page 1STORES IN GRANTHAM, BOSTON & SCUNTHORPESHOP ONLINE AT WWW.OLDRIDS.CO.UK 16-17.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 13:52 Page 218 LINCOLNSHIRETODAY1) With a light filtering lining and a sumptuous cherry red colour, these finevelvet curtains from Blinds 2go will add a new level of comfort to yourbedroom or living room. 2) Sleek and modern, this wood burner from Burning Sensations in Grimsbyis a stylish addition to your living room. Perfect for the winter months. 3) Inspired by the vintage glamour of the boutique Italian hotels of the fiftiesand sixties, the Dolche Vita collection from Bazaar Group is available in threemetallic shades of luna gold, fumo grey and Veronese teal. 4) Annabel James offers this gorgeous pure new wool cushion in a pink andaqua design with button and fringe detail. Perfect for adding a touch ofcolour to a neutral scheme or to match with similar tones for a coordinatedlook. 5) With a cosy-looking body, this sofa from Essential Home features a singleseat cushion that curves into a rounded back, as well as two subtle roundedarms. An elegant modern sofa, perfect for sumptuous living rooms. 6) Carefully made in the UK exclusively for Cox & Cox, this rug has beenmade from six pieces of natural long-haired sheepskin in a natural creamcolour. 7) With its traditional surround, this gorgeous fireplace from Grimsby’sBurning Sensations is the gift your home is calling out for this Christmas. 8) These beautiful reclining chairs from Lola & Mawu are made by the Bobopeople of Burkina Faso. Hand carved, highly decorate and surprisinglycomfortable, they combine traditional design with the stunning texture andcolour of the exotic wood. It’s all about cosiness and comfort as the daysget shorter and the mercury drops. Nothing sayscosy quite like sitting in front of a fireplace.There’s just something reassuring about thewarmth of a wood-fed fire and the way the flamesflicker and dance. What better way to enjoy itthan curled up on the sofa with the family, orenjoying a glass of wine in a plump bean bag orarmchair? Of course, comfort isn’t the preserve of theliving room alone, with the bedroom offering thebest sleep of the year with those long dark nights.The downside, of course, is that getting out ofbed in the morning gets even harder. If your ownroom is lacking in the cosiness department, trygetting some thicker sheets, or adding blanketsand cushions. In our experience, adding thickerattractive curtains can also have a positive effect. Then there’s accessories, from fuzzy rugs todecorative pillows. After all, if you can’t feel cosyand comfy in your own home, what’s the point? comfortable1Getting 18-19.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 13:54 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY19HOME TRENDS© Shutterstock / Syda Productions678534218-19.qxp_Layout 1 15/10/2018 13:55 Page 2Next >