Riverside Home

Architecture & Interior: 

Waterfront | Mooring | EPC ‘A’ | Award Winning I PVs & Tesla Powerwall | FIT Income 

“…..this project may have a legitimate claim to being the UK’s most energy efficient whole house retrofit.”    

Idyllic, peaceful and modest are three words that encapsulate No.23. Designed by an eminent sustainability specialist, No.23 has achieved one of the highest retrofit EPC ratings in the UK. 

This is a home characterised by its extensive water frontage views. The generous south glazing ensures well-lit and uplifting living spaces, reception room, dining, lounge and office/study. 

One of the many highlights of this home an interior architectural delight, the study. This space is a place of sanctuary, overlooking the river, panoramic open countryside views, floor to ceiling glazing and open roof structure. Elevated sunlight and daylight levels help to nurture a creative and studious atmosphere. 

The properties uninterrupted 45metre wide river garden includes seating areas, a mooring, steps in to the river and a day-boat that facilitates river access to pubs, restaurants and the post office!  

Recreational activities at no.23 include paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming and boating.  

This property has been the recipient of multiple awards for exceptional energy efficiency (‘A’ EPC SAP Rating 94) from The Green Organisation ‘Gold’, Energy Efficiency Association and INCA (Insulation & Cladding Association) awarded Special Commendations. 

Annual Feed-In-Tariff income of circa £600/year is generated by the 4.7kW roof mounted PVs. Further reductions in energy bills are achieved with a Tesla Powerwall battery that also has off-grid capability. For those with an electric car, there is a 20Volt EV charging point installed to the home. 

There is storage for all waste & recycling, and the main drive has room for 3 vehicles. 

In The Neighbourhood 

South Lincolnshire is renowned for its “big sky” landscapes, characterized by low-lying and expansive topography, panoramic views with dramatic sunrises and sunsets. There are miles of delightful walks to be had along the Rivers’ Glen and Welland.

Surfleet village has a lovely selection of pubs, and an 18hole golf course, Spalding Golf Club is only a 10minute walk, or a short 3 mins drive away.  

Local education is at premium, with Surfleet Primary & Pinchbeck CofE both serving the local community. Spalding also offers outstanding primary & secondary schools, with two great grammar schools, a local comprehensive and an independent primary school & kindergarten. 

Spalding is a splendid town with a great array of shops, pubs, restaurants, a sports centre, cinema and theatre. There is a consistent calendar run of festivals throughout the year, including the annual Spalding Flower Parade. 

Transport & Connections 

Spalding train station provides easy commuting with routes to London Kings Cross via Peterborough to the capital. Spalding is just a 5-minute drive, with affordable day parking available, or under 30 minutes cycling. 

The proximity to the A16 & the A1, ensures easy travel to wider cities such as Stamford, Peterborough, Lincoln & Cambridge for vibrant culture, history and days out.