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Lilac Cottage, Horncastle Road, Bardney, Lincoln, LN3 5SU

East Midlands

£30,000

Listed on 02/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Semi Detached
Area
11894 sqft

Description

This freehold semi-detached house, located on Horncastle Road, offers a significant opportunity for renovation and investment. With a generous plot size of approximately 11,894 square feet, the property features four bedrooms, a bathroom, and a separate WC on the first floor. The ground floor includes an entrance hall, a through reception room, a dining room, and a kitchen, along with a wet room/WC. The house requires modernisation throughout, making it an ideal project for those looking to add value. Outside, there is a driveway providing off-street parking and large front, side, and rear gardens complete with outbuildings. Offered with vacant possession, this property is well-positioned near local amenities in Bardney Village and within a short drive to Lincoln City Centre. This is an excellent chance for buyers looking to create a family home or investment property in the East Midlands.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

75out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This semi-detached house on Horncastle Road presents an exciting opportunity for those looking to invest in a renovation project. With an asking price of just £30,000, equating to £3/sqf, this property is exceptionally cheap compared to the local average of £248/sqf, allowing for significant potential upside. The large plot size of approximately 11,894 sq ft adds to its appeal, providing ample space for future improvements and landscaping.

While the interior shows visible wear and a need for modernisation throughout, this offers a blank canvas for buyers to reimagine the living spaces. The dated kitchen and bathroom, along with the worn flooring and peeling wallpaper in the living areas, highlight the scope for upgrades. With a renovation budget estimated between £50,000 and £100,000, there is considerable potential to enhance the property's value significantly, especially given the implied current local average value of nearly £2.95 million. This project is not for the faint-hearted, but for those willing to put in the work, the rewards could be substantial.

Key opportunities

  • Exceptional asking price well below local average, providing a strong acquisition opportunity
  • Large plot size allows for extensive landscaping and potential extensions
  • Scope for modernisation throughout, including kitchen and bathroom upgrades

Key risks

  • Medium project scale; significant refurbishment needed throughout
  • Visible wear and potential damp issues in several rooms may require attention
  • Dated exterior and roof may need improvements to enhance curb appeal

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Lilac Cottage, Horncastle Road, Bardney, Lincoln, LN3 5SU
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£113
Based on a loan of £22,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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