Richardson Chartered Surveyors
Sheep Market House
Stamford
PE9 2RB
Nestled in the quiet charming village of Ashton, only 6 miles from Stamford, this substantial detached house, originally built in the 18th century, was thoughtfully extended in the 1980s to create a substantial family home spanning approximately 3,680 square feet, with additional separate annex, garaging, stables and workshop set within approximately 16 acres of gardens and paddocks.
Hawthorn Farm boasts an impressive six reception rooms, providing ample space and flexibility for both relaxation and entertainment. In addition, the kitchen breakfast room has bespoke units with granite worksurfaces and features a traditional Aga. The ground floor also includes a large reception hall, utility room and a cloakroom, enhancing the practicality of daily living. The master bedroom is huge, with built in wardrobes, complete with a large ensuite bathroom. There are four additional bedrooms, all fitted with built-in wardrobes, which share a well-appointed four-piece family bathroom. The separate annex, which includes a sauna, wine store, shower room, and a versatile living/bedroom area with a kitchenette on the first floor. This space is ideal for guests or as a private retreat. The property further benefits from an additional office and a double garage.
In all the grounds extend to approximately 16 acres with large formal gardens with a southerly and westerly aspect enjoyed by the principal reception rooms. The yard is accessed by a separate entrance and has an open-faced store, workshop building with further open-faced store to the side and two stable blocks offering 4 stables and tack room. In all the house, garden and adjacent paddocks extend to approximately 8.19 acres. The remaining paddock land extending to 7.82 acres is opposite the property. This exquisite home offers a unique blend of charm and modern convenience, making it an exceptional opportunity for families or individuals looking to embrace the countryside while enjoying access to Stamford & Peterborough
Reception hall
Drawing room 7.13m x 4.66m (23'4" x 15'3")
Dining room 6.6m x 4.16 (21'7" x 13'7")
Sitting room 7.13m x 3.79m (23'4" x 12'5")
Garden room 5.67m x 3.9m (18'7" x 12'9")
Kitchen breakfast room 5.56m x 3.85m (18'2" x 12'7")
Rear hall
Utility 3.55m x 3.09m (11'7" x 10'1")
Study 3.95m x 3.09 (12'11" x 10'1")
Tv room/study 2 4.66m x 3.55m (15'3" x 11'7")
First floor landing
Master bedroom 6.94m x 5.87m (22'9" x 19'3")
Ensuite 4.6m x 2.7m (15'1" x 8'10")
Bedroom 4.16m x 3.74m (13'7" x 12'3")
Bedroom 5.06m x 3.1m (16'7" x 10'2")
Bedroom 3.9m x 3.26m (12'9" x 10'8")
Bedroom 3.23m x 2.67m (10'7" x 8'9" )
Family bathroom
Outbuildings
Annex
Entrance hall
With store room and wine store
Sauna
Shower room
First floor living/kitchenette/bedroom 7.19m x 3.58m (23'7" x 11'8")
Separate home office 4.46m x 3.36m (14'7" x 11'0" )
Stables 7.29m x 3.07m (23'11" x 10'0" )
Workshop 10.03m x 9.15m (32'10" x 30'0")
Lean to 7.48m x 5.37m (24'6" x 17'7" )
Stables 8.37m x 2.11m (27'5" x 6'11")
Tack/store room 3.76m x 2.11m (12'4" x 6'11")
External details
Paddock Land
In all, the grounds extend to approximately 16 acres including the formal gardens and yard. The paddock land and stables are all currently let on a Licence basis with one months notice. All the occupiers are aware of the sale and that notice will be given once a sale has exchanged to provide vacant possession. The paddock land is divided into 4 paddock areas all of which are are securely fenced and benefitting from their own access and water troughs.
Yard & Workshop
The workshop and lean to is currently under Licence to a market gardening business. This is under a 6 month notice period which was issued at the beginning of April 2026.
Agents Notes
The current vendor will place an uplift on the yard and workshop buildings for any potential future development.
Services
Mains electricity, water and sewerage are connected. The current heating is electric boiler to radiators.
Tenure
Freehold
Council tax
Peterborough City Council Tax Band G
Communication
According to Ofcom: Ultrafast Full Fibre is available
According to Ofcom: Mobile coverage is Likely with EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone
Viewing
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