54 Field Lane, Morton

A rare opportunity to acquire a two-bedroom detached bungalow set within approximately 7.54 acres, with extensive paddock land, substantial outbuildings and exceptional potential.

Summary

An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a traditional detached bungalow occupying approximately 7.54 acres in the village of Morton. Offering 77 sq m of internal accommodation, the property comprises a spacious lounge, fitted kitchen, utility room, two double bedrooms and bathroom, with considerable scope for modernisation. The extensive grounds include established gardens, grassland paddock, a substantial garage, separate home office, former cottage and agricultural outbuildings. Offering exciting possibilities for equestrian use, smallholding or future development, subject to the necessary consents, this is a property with outstanding potential.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall

The central entrance hall provides a practical introduction to the bungalow, connecting the principal living accommodation with both bedrooms and the family bathroom. Its straightforward layout makes the property particularly suited to single-storey living, while offering scope for updating to create a more contemporary entrance.

Lounge

A generously proportioned reception room enjoying natural light from windows on two elevations, with pleasant views towards the surrounding greenery. A distinctive brick fireplace with an inset fire and timber-panelled chimney breast creates a focal point, complemented by wall-mounted lighting. The room provides ample space for substantial lounge furniture and offers considerable potential to create an inviting main living area.

Kitchen

The kitchen is fitted with an extensive arrangement of traditional timber-fronted wall and base cabinets, incorporating drawers, display shelving and generous worktop space. Appliances include a built-in electric oven and hob, while a stainless steel sink with drainer sits beneath a large window overlooking the gardens. A further window provides additional natural light, and the room benefits from direct access to the adjoining utility. Although requiring modernisation, the kitchen offers a practical starting point for a contemporary redesign.

Utility Room

Positioned immediately beyond the kitchen, the utility room provides valuable additional space for laundry appliances, storage and household essentials. Its separation from the main kitchen is particularly useful for everyday practicality, especially for those intending to make full use of the extensive outdoor space.

Master Bedroom

A spacious double bedroom positioned towards the rear of the bungalow, enjoying a large window overlooking established greenery. The room comfortably accommodates a double bed alongside freestanding wardrobes and additional bedroom furniture. Its generous proportions offer an excellent foundation for creating a welcoming principal bedroom.

Bedroom Two

A second well-proportioned double bedroom, also positioned towards the rear of the property and enjoying natural light through a wide window. Currently arranged with freestanding furniture, the room provides sufficient space for a double bed and storage, making it suitable for family members, guests or alternative use as a study or hobby room.

Bathroom

The family bathroom is fitted with a traditional coloured suite comprising a panelled bath with timber surround, pedestal washbasin and WC. Part-tiled walls and an obscured-glass window provide practicality and natural light. The room offers excellent scope for refurbishment, with its generous dimensions allowing for a modern bathroom arrangement to suit individual preferences.

Exterior

Gardens and Grounds

The property's most remarkable feature is its extensive plot, extending to approximately 7.54 acres and comprising a combination of established residential gardens, open grassland and paddock areas. The bungalow itself occupies a sheltered position behind mature hedging, with lawned gardens, established shrubs and trees providing a sense of privacy and separation from the surrounding land.
The gardens incorporate paved areas suitable for outdoor seating and entertaining, together with ornamental planting, a timber pergola and mature borders. Although the grounds would benefit from some maintenance and improvement, they provide an attractive setting with considerable scope for landscaping.

Beyond the immediate gardens, the extensive grassland offers opportunities for equestrian pursuits, smallholding activities or recreational use, subject to any necessary permissions. The substantial acreage is particularly unusual for a property situated so conveniently close to Gainsborough.

Garage

A substantial detached brick-built garage with a pitched tiled roof and up-and-over garage door. The building offers excellent space for vehicle storage, workshop activities or general equipment, particularly appealing to those requiring additional facilities for maintaining the land.
An extensive hardstanding area immediately in front of the garage provides off-road parking for several vehicles, with further practical space for manoeuvring.

Home Office

Adjoining the garage is a separate home office, providing a particularly useful additional building away from the main residence. Its generous proportions offer flexibility for home working, hobbies or other ancillary uses, subject to any relevant permissions.

Former cottage and agricultural outbuildings

Further within the grounds is a former cottage structure alongside a substantial agricultural-style outbuilding and additional storage structures. These buildings add to the property's distinctive appeal and offer opportunities for alternative uses or potential redevelopment, subject to their condition and the necessary statutory approvals.

The combination of existing buildings and extensive land presents considerable possibilities for purchasers with a particular vision, whether for equestrian interests, a smallholding or a longer-term development project.

Development Potential

With approximately 7.54 acres, a detached residence and several existing structures, the property offers scope to explore extension, alteration or redevelopment opportunities. All such proposals would be subject to obtaining the necessary planning permissions, building regulations approval and any other relevant consents. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with the local planning authority.

Layout

Ground floor: Entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, utility room, master bedroom, bedroom two, family bathroom.

Outbuildings: Detached garage, adjoining home office, former cottage structure, agricultural outbuilding, additional storage buildings.

Exterior: Hardstanding driveway and parking area, established front and side gardens, lawned areas, paved seating areas, pergola, mature hedging and trees, extensive grassland paddock, approximately 7.54 acres in total.

Location

Situated in the village of Morton, on the northern outskirts of Gainsborough, the property enjoys a desirable balance of village life, open countryside and convenient access to local amenities. Morton offers a primary school, village facilities and pleasant riverside surroundings, while nearby Gainsborough provides an excellent selection of supermarkets, independent retailers, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities, including the popular Marshall's Yard shopping centre.

Educational facilities include Morton Trentside Primary School, rated Good by Ofsted at its March 2023 inspection, with further primary and secondary schooling available in Gainsborough.

The location is well suited to commuters, with road connections towards Lincoln, Doncaster, Retford and Scunthorpe, typically around 20–45 minutes by car depending on destination and traffic. Gainsborough Lea Road railway station provides services to Lincoln alongside connections towards Doncaster and Sheffield....

Viewing

With approximately 7.54 acres, a detached bungalow, substantial outbuildings and a wealth of possibilities, 54 Field Lane represents an opportunity rarely available on the open market. Whether your ambitions involve equestrian pursuits, a countryside lifestyle or a property project with significant potential, a viewing is essential to appreciate everything on offer.

Contact Open Door Property today to arrange your viewing and explore the possibilities for yourself.