If property prices around Cambridge, Stamford or Rutland are preventing you from buying a larger house, perhaps with some land, extending your search area further north will make a big difference.
Grantham is a charming market town located on the River Witham, in the county of Lincolnshire. This ancient and attractive red-brick town is surrounded by magnificent rolling countryside and peppered with highly desirable villages.
The town still hosts a large weekly market and contains a large selection of national retailers, supermarkets, independent stores and useful facilities. The surrounding Vale of Belvoir is home to a number of Lincolnshire’s picturesque historic houses including Belton House and Belvoir Castle. The entire region has a rich historic past and is strategically placed on the border of Lincolnshire with Nottinghamshire to the west, Rutland & Stamford to the south and the glorious Norfolk coast to the East.`
The entire Vale of Belvoir is becoming well known as the ‘secret weapon’ of canny buyers who have identified the excellent opportunities to achieve more for their budget…
The entire Vale of Belvoir is becoming well known as the ‘secret weapon’ of canny buyers who have identified the excellent opportunities to achieve more for their budget whether in the town itself or in one of the nearby quintessentially inviting stone built villages. Grantham and The Vale are now considered ideal locations for commuters to base themselves and their families. With a mixture of house styles and prices, the region offers thriving communities with successful primary schools, pubs and restaurants catering to every taste as well as a mainline railway station for easy access into London.
There is a rich choice of consistently highly performing state and independent education across the region. The King’s School in Grantham and nearby Bourne Grammar School are sought-after selective grammar schools with parents also opting to educate their children at the independent Stamford Endowed and Oakham Schools which are within easy access for both day and boarding pupils.
Living in the Vale of Belvoir would be paradise for dog walkers, cyclists, or lovers of history and outdoor enthusiasts will also enjoy discovering Tallington Lakes outdoor centre and Rutland Water – both around half an hour’s drive from Grantham with opportunities for fishing, sailing and water based activities.
The region has a wealth of fabulous food and drink options ranging from Michelin fine dining establishments to traditional homemade village pub fare with a host of café’s, tea rooms and garden centres offering menus created from locally sourced produce.
Transport links (journey times are approximate and depend on time of travel): London-bound commuters can easily travel into Kings Cross from Grantham railway station in around an hour.
By road, Oakham is 30 minutes, Stamford is 25 minutes & Nottingham is 44 minutes.
Here at Country & Equestrian, we are the local experts when it comes to selling and buying in Grantham, due to operating in the area for many years. Take a look at our current properties in the area. If you have any additional questions about Grantham and the surrounding villages, just give us a call on 01476 855 618.
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