Morton Terrace, Gainsborough

SUMMARY
No onward chain. A distinctive family home brimming with character, space and versatility, featuring a substantial modern built Coach House, south-facing gardens and a prime historic Gainsborough location, perfectly blending period charm with modern living.


DESCRIPTION
Distinctive Family Home with Coach House in Historic Gainsborough. Full of character, charm and versatility, this impressive family residence offers generous living space, a substantial coach house & attractive south-facing gardens.

A welcoming entrance porch leads to elegant reception rooms, providing flexible spaces for family life, entertaining and relaxation. The ground floor also benefits from a useful basement & cloakroom, enhancing practicality.

Upstairs, a spacious landing serves a range of well-proportioned bedrooms, complemented by a family bathroom, en suite facilities & a dedicated dressing room, creating comfortable and adaptable accommodation for growing families.

Outside, the low-maintenance south-facing garden provides a peaceful retreat, with a generous entertaining terrace ideal for outdoor dining and social gatherings. A unique garden bathroom adds further convenience.

A standout feature is the impressive modern built Coach House, accessible from both the garden & garage. With extensive double-garage space below and a versatile first floor above, it offers excellent potential for guest accommodation, a home office, studio, workshop or leisure suite.

Situated in the heart of Gainsborough, the property enjoys easy access to shops, restaurants, Marshalls Yard Shopping Centre & well-regarded schools, including Queen Elizabeth's High School. Excellent road and rail links via Retford, Lincoln and the A1 provide convenient connections to London

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Welcome to this Exceptional Victorian Residence with Detached Coach House

Grand Reception Entrance 
A magnificent introduction to this distinguished home, the impressive covered porch features elegant marble columns, an intricate mosaic tiled floor and beautiful original stained glass windows. An authentic stained glass entrance door opens into the welcoming reception hall, immediately showcasing the property's rich Victorian heritage.

Reception Hall 
The elegant reception hall sets the tone for the accommodation beyond, featuring exquisite Lincrusta wall coverings designed to emulate traditional wall panelling, complemented by a decorative tiled floor and central heating radiator. Doors lead to the principal reception rooms, garden room and family kitchen, while a useful storage cupboard and access to the cellars further enhance practicality.

Drawing Room 16' 4" into bay x 13' 5" ( 4.98m into bay x 4.09m )
A beautifully proportioned formal reception room showcasing ornate ceiling mouldings centred around an elegant chandelier. A fully operational inset fireplace with oak surround provides a stunning focal point, complemented by air conditioning and two radiators. Natural light floods the room through a hardwood bay window to the front elevation, a sash window to the side and an internal window overlooking the garden room. A charming period feature remains in the form of a fully functioning servant's call bell beside the fireplace.

Sitting Room 15' 10" x 13' 10" max ( 4.83m x 4.22m max )
Ideal for quieter evenings, this inviting reception room combines period elegance with modern comfort. Decorative ceiling mouldings and a chandelier complement the warmth of the log-burning stove, while air conditioning ensures year-round comfort. A handsome hardwood bay window overlooks the front elevation and, as with the drawing room, the original working servant's bell remains intact.

Garden Room/Office 18' 10" x 8' 1" ( 5.74m x 2.46m )
Originally serving as a Victorian greenhouse housing a grapevine, this exceptional space has been thoughtfully restored to honour its heritage. The present owners commissioned a striking stained glass feature window as part of its renovation, creating a remarkable entrance. Benefiting from a southerly aspect, vaulted ceiling, roof windows, air conditioning and two radiators, this light-filled room provides a wonderful connection between house and garden.

Family Living Kitchen 19' to cupboard front x 12' 11" ( 5.79m to cupboard front x 3.94m )
Undoubtedly the heart of the home, this stunning family kitchen combines craftsmanship, practicality and style. Hardwood herringbone flooring sets the scene, while bespoke fitted cabinetry provides extensive storage and incorporates a dedicated space for a feature aquarium, available by separate agreement if desired.
The kitchen itself is fitted with an excellent range of cabinetry together with hardwood work surfaces, breakfast bar seating, a Belfast sink, integrated refrigerator, Rangemaster cooker with extractor hood and under-counter dishwasher. Designed for entertaining as much as everyday family life, it offers generous dining and social space while retaining charming period details, including the original servant's bell indicator.

Utility/ w.c. 
Located directly off the kitchen, the practical utility room provides additional storage and laundry space, complete with sink, WC and plumbing for a washing machine. A fascinating period feature remains in the form of a laundry chute descending from the first-floor dressing room.

Cellar 
A valuable and highly versatile cellar room, enhanced by air conditioning to create a comfortable year-round environment. Currently providing excellent storage space, this adaptable area lends itself to a variety of uses, including a man cave, home gym, cinema room, games room, hobby space or private home office, offering valuable additional accommodation to suit modern lifestyles.

First Floor Accommodation 
A sweeping staircase rises to the generous first-floor landing, naturally illuminated by a feature window and enhanced by two substantial storage cupboards.

Master Bedroom Suite 14' 11" x 12' 4" ( 4.55m x 3.76m )
A comfortable and elegant principal suite, benefiting from air conditioning and radiator heating to ensure year-round comfort.

Dressing Room (bedroom 5) 9' 11" x 8' 4" ( 3.02m x 2.54m )
Currently arranged as a dressing room, this versatile space features a traditional laundry chute leading directly to the utility room below, radiator heating and a sash-style window overlooking the rear elevation.

En Suite Shower Room 
Recently refitted to a high standard, the en suite comprises a contemporary shower enclosure, wash basin and WC. Fully tiled walls and a glazed rear window enhance practicality, while the modern Worcester Bosch boiler is discreetly housed within a fitted cupboard.

Bedroom Two 14' x 13' 11" max ( 4.27m x 4.24m max )
A superb double bedroom enjoying dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations. A fully operational inset fireplace serves as an attractive focal point, while two radiators provide comfort and warmth.

Bedroom Three 13' 11" x 11' 10" max ( 4.24m x 3.61m max )
A generously proportioned double bedroom enjoying views to the front elevation and served by a radiator.

Bedroom Four 10' 1" x 7' 3" ( 3.07m x 2.21m )
Previously utilised as a nursery, this charming room features an attractive arched-top window to the front elevation and radiator heating.

Family Bathroom 7' 2" x 6' 4" ( 2.18m x 1.93m )
A beautifully appointed family bathroom centred around a classic claw-foot freestanding bath. Additional fittings include a pedestal wash basin and low-level WC. Finished with tiled flooring, half-height wall tiling, radiator and sash window, the room blends period character with modern convenience.

Exterior 
The enclosed rear garden has been thoughtfully designed for ease of maintenance without compromising enjoyment. A raised entertaining terrace provides the perfect setting for outdoor dining, while artificial lawn and mature boundary walls offer privacy, security and year-round visual appeal.

Garden Shower Room & WC 
An incredibly practical addition featuring a shower, wash basin, WC and radiator, ideal for pet owners returning from countryside walks or for guests enjoying the outdoor spaces.

The Coach House 
A remarkable ancillary building constructed approximately twelve years ago in a traditional style, carefully designed to reflect the appearance of the original coach house that occupied the site in 1891.

The ground floor provides secure garaging for two large vehicles via an automatic door accessed from Bayard Street. The building benefits from its own dedicated three-phase electricity supply, suitable for modern electric vehicle charging requirements, together with a substantial storage area.

Ascending to the first floor, vaulted ceilings and roof lights create an exceptional sense of space and light. Currently utilised as a design studio, the accommodation benefits from two air conditioning units and four radiators linked to the main house heating system. A separate room presents excellent potential for conversion to a bathroom, subject to any necessary consents.

With existing access to hot and cold water supplies, drainage and central heating, the Coach House offers exciting potential for a variety of uses, including guest accommodation, multigenerational living, a home office suite or a self-contained annexe, subject to the relevant planning permissions and building regulations.

Agent Note 
Please note that the AML fee covers the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.



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