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5-bedroom house · LN11 8HP
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The Old Mill, Main Road, Little Carlton, Louth, LN11 8HP For Sale by Modern Method of Auction Guide Price £450,000 A Rare Opportunity to Create an Exceptional Country Residence Occupying a generous plot amidst open countryside and enjoying far-reaching rural views, The Old Mill presents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a substantial period property with significant development potential, income-generating accommodation, and a wealth of character.
Steeped in local history, the Grade II Listed Old Mill dates back to the early 1800s and remains connected to the principal residence, offering an exciting prospect for those seeking to create a truly remarkable country home.
With the necessary consents, buyers with vision may explore the potential to integrate the historic mill into the main residence, creating a unique and substantial dwelling unlike anything else available on the market.
The principal residence itself provides spacious and versatile accommodation, comprising five well-proportioned bedrooms, two bathrooms, and three reception rooms.
The generous layout offers excellent flexibility for modern family living, while retaining the charm and character expected of a property of this era.
Adding further appeal, the current owners have already secured planning permission for an extension to the main house, with the footings already in place.
This valuable work provides incoming purchasers with a head start in realising their plans and further enhancing the property's already impressive accommodation.
Beyond the main residence lies a recently constructed holiday let, offering immediate income potential and broadening the appeal of the property to those seeking a lifestyle investment.
Whether utilised as a successful holiday accommodation business, guest accommodation for visiting family and friends, or ancillary living space, the holiday let represents a valuable additional asset.
The property also benefits from a charming Grade II Listed former bakehouse, adding further historical significance and character to the site.
Together, the house, mill, bakehouse and holiday accommodation create an exceptional collection of buildings with enormous potential for sympathetic restoration, enhancement, and future value growth.
Externally, the property occupies a substantial plot surrounded by open fields and unspoilt countryside.
The peaceful rural setting provides an enviable lifestyle opportunity for those wishing to escape the pace of urban living while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and the thriving market town of Louth.
The combination of historical significance, development potential, income generation, and countryside surroundings makes The Old Mill a truly unique proposition.
Opportunities of this nature are increasingly rare, particularly where so much future potential remains untapped.
Whether you are searching for a substantial family home, a restoration project of genuine historical significance, a multi-generational living arrangement, or a property capable of generating additional income, The Old Mill offers possibilities rarely found within a single purchase.
The combination of a character residence, historic mill, listed bakehouse and established holiday accommodation creates a compelling opportunity for those seeking a lifestyle property with both immediate appeal and long-term potential.
Freehold/East Lindsey District Council-Band D/EPC Grade tbc.
Important Note to Potential Purchasers & Tenants: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact.
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A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.
LIN260411/8 Main Building Living Room (3.99m x 3.68m) Kitchen (5.31m x 4.88m) Dining Room (3.97m x 3.83m) Study (5.35m x 3.7m) Bedroom 1 (4.14m x 4.11m) Bedroom 2 (4.12m x 3.54m) Bedroom 3 (4.89m x 2.85m) Bedroom 4 (4.89m x 2.58m) Bedroom 5 (3.09m x 2.51m) Bathroom (4.02m x 2.72m) Shower Room (1.26m x 2.44m) The Old Mill (Currently Used As 5 Workshop Spaces) Workshop 1 (5.65m x 4.75m) Workshop 2 (11.5m x 4.77m) Workshop 3 (6.5m x 4.7m) Workshop 4 (8.28m x 4.96m) Workshop 5 (4.96m x 2.22m) Holiday Let Open Plan Kitchen/Living Area (5.35m x 4.69m) Bedroom 1 (4.39m x 3.18m) Bedroom 2 (3.24m x 2.57m) Shower Room (2.59m x 3.23m) Bakehouse (Used As Two Workshops) Workshop 1 (5.65m x 3.81m) Workshop 2 (3.81m x 2.79m) Garage (5.35m x 2.77m)
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