Guide Price £1,800,000 to £2,000,000 Oak Tree Farm is an extraordinary Grade II listed Norfolk reed thatched residence nestled in the heart of Hilton, offering in total close to 5000 square feet of accommodation. It overlooks the picturesque 27-acre common of 'the green,' imparting a tranquil rural village ambiance while maintaining excellent connectivity. Dating back to the early 15th century, the main residence seamlessly combines historic charm with contemporary features, making it a truly unique offering. Spread across two floors, the main house boasts five bedrooms, including an en-suite, and a family bathroom on the first floor. The ground floor features three spacious reception rooms, a refitted shower room with a historically significant door, a pantry, a utility room, and a recently upgraded kitchen breakfast room, which serves as the heart of the home. The kitchen's original inglenook fireplace conceals a remarkable lathe and plaster bread oven, blending old-world charm with modern functionality. In addition to the main residence, there are two separate outbuildings contributing to the property's allure. The annexe cottage offers a further bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a living room/study, a store room, and a garage. Retaining the character of the main house with its thatched roof and original pan tile roof, the annexe cottage provides additional versatile living space. The second outbuilding, constructed in 1990, is the pool house, thoughtfully designed to complement the surrounding structures. This multifunctional space includes triple garaging, a workshop, a thermally controlled wine store, a games room, a wet room, and a separate toilet. The first floor of the pool house serves as a gym/office or bedroom offering flexibility for various lifestyle needs. Overall, Oak Tree Farm represents a harmonious blend of historic elegance and modern convenience, offering a truly exceptional living experience in the idyllic village setting of Hilton. Recently Renovated: The recent renovations undertaken at Oak Tree Farm have transformed the property into a perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. The highlight of these renovations is the replacement of the kitchen, completed within the last year. The new kitchen features contemporary solid wood cabinetry, thoughtfully designed to complement the age of the building while providing a functional and stylish space suitable for family living. Integrated appliances, including a fridge, a new electric AGA, microwave oven, a bean-to-cup coffee machine, electric hob, and a 'Quooker' tap that dispenses boiling, chilled, and sparkling water, enhance the kitchen's functionality and convenience. The utility room and pantry have been updated in a similar style to ensure consistency throughout the home. In addition to the kitchen, the bathrooms throughout the property have also been refitted with traditional, high-quality fittings that maintain the home's aesthetic appeal. Underfloor heating has been installed in the en-suite bathroom, adding to the comfort and luxury of the space. Furthermore, extensive updates have been made to the electrical system, including the consumer unit and electrics, ensuring safety and efficiency. An air source heat pump has been installed to heat the outdoor pool, providing an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution for maintaining comfortable water temperatures. One particularly unique feature added to the property is the 'pod,' originally showcased at the Chelsea Flower Show. This outdoor dining space allows for enjoyable alfresco dining in all weather conditions, further enhancing the property's appeal and functionality.OutsideNestled within a plot of just under 0.7 acres, the property's grounds feature meticulously maintained formal gardens with abundant flower beds and borders. An outdoor heated swimming pool, powered by a newly installed air source heat pump, provides year-round enjoyment, while an outdoor dining area with a timber pergola offers a charming space for al fresco meals. Additionally, the property boasts a full-sized floodlit tennis court and gated entrance leading to courtyard parking for multiple vehicles.SituationHilton is a charming and highly sought-after village nestled between St Ives and Cambridge, offering a picturesque setting and a vibrant community atmosphere. The property enjoys a prime location overlooking the expansive village green and cricket pitch, spanning nearly 27 acres. This green serves as the focal point for various annual village events, including bonfire night and Feast Week, fostering a strong sense of community spirit. One of the village's unique attractions is the turf maze, one of only eight remaining in the country, originally crafted by William Sparrow in 1660. Residents have cherished and enjoyed this historical landmark for centuries, adding to the village's rich cultural heritage. Within walking distance of the property, residents can find amenities such as a popular pub and newsagents, providing convenience and opportunities for socializing within the community. For commuters, Hilton offers excellent transport links, with Huntingdon train station just a ten-minute drive away, offering easy access to central London in under an hour. Cambridge city centre is also easily reachable by car via the A14 or by utilizing the busway park & ride terminal in nearby St Ives. The market town of St Ives, located approximately 5 miles away, boasts a variety of shops, independent stores, and cafes, providing ample opportunities for shopping and leisure. The town's pubs and restaurants come highly recommended by residents, offering a diverse culinary scene to explore. For families, Hilton benefits from access to nearby schools in Fenstanton or Elsworth for primary education, while secondary education can be found in Swavesey. Additionally, there are several prestigious independent schools in the surrounding areas of Kimbolton, Oundle, and Cambridge, catering to a range of educational needs and preferences. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_huntingdon-d196477/for-sale_i69558531
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***NEW TO THE MARKET***Arguably one of the best plots in Wothorpe! Approached from just off First Drift and discreetly tucked away, this established property sits quietly on approximately 0.6 acre plot (STS) surrounded by mature gardens, woodland and entered via a gated long private driveway. The current vendors have substantially extended the property over the years and it now offers versatile accommodation across two floors; including 5 double bedrooms, 3 of which benefit from ensuite facilities. The property also offers a spectacular open plan area looking over the garden and four further reception rooms.The accommodation briefly comprises; spacious entrance hall, cloakroom, sitting room, office/reception room, living room with log burner open to; open plan area which includes kitchen with AGA, dining area with bi fold doors to the garden and a further snug area. The downstairs also offers a spacious boot room/Utility space and a walk in pantry just off the kitchen. The first floor offers a landing space, 5 Double Bedrooms, 3 with en-suite, a Family Bathroom and two further double rooms. Furthermore one of the en-suite rooms can also be shut off from the main house with a secondary staircase and offers en-suite bedroom, staircase down to an open plan kitchen living space with patio doors. Contact our office with any questions or to arrange your viewing. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wothorpe-d566762/for-sale_i71126702
A stunning bay fronted period property situated in a desirable location, in this popular village south of Cambridge.Cambridge city centre 3 miles, M11 (junction 11) 3.5 miles, Mainline Railway Station (Liverpool Street line) 300 metres, Addenbrooke's Hospital/Biomedical Campus 1.25 miles (distances are approximate).95 Hinton Way is an impressive detached Edwardian property built with red brick elevations under a tiled roof. In immaculate condition throughout this property offers prospective purchasers a ready to move into home with the charm of the original building together with the comforts of modern-day living.Great Shelford is one of the most popular of the necklace villages around Cambridge, benefiting from a good range of local facilities including a variety of shops, primary school, library, church, health centre and recreation ground with tennis courts. The property is well placed for access to Addenbrookes Hospital, the Park and Ride and Gog Magog Golf Club. It is also conveniently placed for commuters by road or rail with the M11 (junction 11) about 3.5 miles away and the A11 about 5 miles and there is a mainline railway station in the village with services to London's Liverpool Street. The University city of Cambridge provides a considerable range of shopping and cultural facilities along with an excellent choice of schools for all age ranges and is easily accessible via a dedicated cycle path leading directly to Addenbrooke's Hospital/Biomedical Campus and the city beyond. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_great-shelford-d555356/for-sale_i71173015
Non-listed Georgian former vicarage set in grounds of approximately 3 acres within walking distance of the town centre.While located in the bustling and well-served suburb, the generous plot and abundance of mature specimen trees provide a peaceful and private oasis. Powered gates open onto a long gravel drive, revealing the grand front facade dominated by two large bay windows and an elegant stone-pillared portico. The landscaped grounds wrap around the house, creating wonderful vistas that can be enjoyed from both the house and grounds.Throughout, the large windows and tall ceilings flood the accommodation with natural light and highlight the period features effortlessly. Stepping inside, a spacious reception hall with an open fire is an ideal space to receive guests or enjoy a peaceful moment. Opposite, and enjoying a full-height bay window, is the sitting room with a further bay window overlooking the pond. The dining room sits next to the kitchen, ideal for entertaining and family gatherings. A study, prep kitchen, laundry, two cloakrooms, utility, and a further reception room complete the ground floor. Upstairs, the principal suite is well-appointed with a dressing room and large en suite, while a further two family bathrooms and a cloakroom serve the remaining six bedrooms.The flexible layout allows for the rear of the house, with some minor amendments, to be used as an annexe for family, guests, or staff. The extensive outbuildings, including stables, provide further opportunities and could be developed into a detached annexe or leisure facility.It is rare to find such extensive and private grounds in a central location. There is a wide variety of facilities within walking distance, including restaurants, bars, shops, and riverside walks. St. Neots train station provides regular commuter services into the capital in under an hour, while Cambridge is approximately 30 minutes away by car or via frequent bus services.Seller InsightThis magnificent period home sits within its own private three acres of landscaped gardens and has been owned by the same family for over one hundred years. Once a vicarage known locally as 'the jewel of Eaton Socon'. Set back from the road behind its private gates, this stunning Georgian property built in the early 1800s was cleverly increased in size during the Victorian era; an addition which blends in seamlessly with the older part of the house. It has been an outstanding family home for many generations and is one that sympathetically reflects its unique history but, first and foremost, and despite its grandeur, it is a truly magical, welcoming, family home. Elegant, spacious rooms with high ceilings, coving, large windows enabling an abundance of natural light to flood through, plus glorious period fireplaces, are just a few of its historic charms to enjoy. Accommodation is generous and practical and has been the centre for so much family joy. French doors lead out onto a spacious terrace and on into the magnificent, totally enclosed, outside area. Once again, there are many interesting features including delightful water structures. With such space, the house and garden are the perfect venue for enjoying the company of others. Glebe House and garden have forever been the gathering place for large family occasions, especially at Christmas and summer parties, often to include village events. There is a tennis court to enjoy, plus a delightful woodland copse which is an idyllic spot for children to explore and build dens or to camp. Being in a conservation area, the variety and wealth of visiting wildlife here is exceptional.The village has good amenities, with access to delightful river walks and good pubs. The market town of St Neots is very close for a wider range of shops, and it is here where the main line station is located providing quick and efficient services into Kings Cross, St Pancras and on into the city. There is a wide choice of both state and independent schools, one being the renowned Kimbolton Independent school which is very easy to access. The beautiful city of Cambridge is also nearby which is a special place to visit for its wonderful architecture and access to wide ranging cultural activities.It is now time for another family to experience the delights of living in such an amazing property in such a convenient location and the present owner knows that, whoever comes to live here, will experience an exceptional quality of life.Local Information Eaton Socon well regarded suburb of St. Neots has a wide selection of amenities including bars, restaurants and shops. St. Neots is a charming riverside market town dating back to the Middle Ages. During the Victorian times it was an important paper-making centre and some of the original mill buildings can still be seen by the river.The town centres around a broad and spacious marketplace, one of the largest in England, and many characterful period properties line the square and lanes leading off it. A traditional market has been held here for over 800 years and today the market offers a variety of goods and locally produced foods. The town centre has a range of high street brand and independent shops, banks, restaurants, and bars and is well served by several of the large supermarket chains. There is also a variety of leisure facilities including, a multi-screen cinema, bowling alley, sports and leisure centre and numerous sports clubs to suit all ages and abilities. The river, Great Ouse, meanders to the west of the town and is popular with pleasure craft and anglers. A lovely riverside park runs the length of the town and forms part of the Ouse Valley Way and is the venue for a variety of events throughout the summer months. TransportSt Neots has easy access to the A1M and A428 providing fast access into the national motorway network. The Madingley Road Park & Ride for Cambridge City centre is about 25 minutes' drive away and the drive to Peterborough takes about 35 minutes. Fast train links run from St Neots with journey times into London King's Cross in approx. 40 minutes or to the North via Peterborough in approx. 25 minutes.SchoolsSt Neots is in the catchment area for some well-regarded schools and the highly regarded Kimbolton School, an independent day and boarding school, is about 15 minutes' drive away and it also offers a school bus service to the town. Cambridge has a wide selection of independent schools for all ages and is home to the 31 colleges of world-renowned Cambridge University.Agents NotesTenure: FreeholdYear Built: 1800's EPC: FLocal Authority: Huntingdon District Council Council Tax Band: G IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum of six months, with the exception of short term accommodation. A security deposit of at least one month's rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant's responsibility to insure any personal possessions.BUYERS INFORMATIONTo conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £60 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.REFERRAL FEESWe may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Thomas Morris For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_eaton-socon-d541632/for-sale_i70398290
Uniquely charming Victorian house in popular village location. DescriptionKings Farmhouse sits in the centre of Little Shelford, one of the most desirable villages in south Cambridgeshire, under a pitched tiled roof with intricate chimney stacks. The property is within 1 mile of Great Shelford which offers a plethora of amenities as well as a mainline train station. This striking 19th Century, Grade II Listed family home offers a high level of privacy and extensive gardens. The internal accommodation is set over two principal floors with a combination of split levels on both ground and first floor. The panelled front door leads you in to the entrance hall that allows access to all ground floor rooms and incorporates the sweeping staircase. The main sitting room offers dual aspect views across the gardens, a generous bay window to the rear and a feature fireplace which is the focal point of the room. Through concertina doors is the snug that offers a delightful reading area or television room with an open feature fireplace and offers access to the gardens via a rear door. The formal dining room is a fabulous entertaining space which features an attractive bay window with built in window seats, offering views across the gardens. The kitchen sits to the front of the property and comprises of wall and floor storage units, a half sink with mixer tap, plumbing for a dishwasher and space for a double stand alone oven and fridge/freezer. There is also room for a breakfast table and access to the boot room that leads to the front of the property. The study is located towards the front of the property and offers privacy for those working from home. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the cloakroom, placed next to the kitchen.The sweeping staircase leads up to the first floor which is set over three split levels and adds to the character of the home. There are five double bedrooms all offering their own unique charm and lay out. The principal bedroom offers dual aspect views over the gardens and benefits from built in wardrobes and an en suite which comprises of a corner walk in shower, panel bath, twin sinks and a low level WC. Bedroom five offers its own private balcony space that enjoys beautiful views over the gardens. There is a family bathroom which benefits from a panel bath, wash basin and a sizable airing cupboard. The first floor accommodation is completed by the separate cloakroom.Outside the grounds extend to just over half an acre and is approached via a private gravel driveway that offers a generous amount of parking. At the head of the drive is the eye catching Dovecote which incorporates the double garage with up and over door and internal staircase leading to the first floor. The Dovecote does offer a fantastic opportunity to redevelop into an independent cottage or home office. The fully enclosed rear garden is laid to lawn with mature trees and herbaceous borders running the boundary line. A large raised patio area offers an ideal space for outdoor dining and leads off from the Dovecote. A manual five bar gate leads you back to the driveway area and the front of the home. To the front of the property is a separate utility room which is integrated to the fabric of the property and offers further storage, plumbing for a washing machine and an integrated sink.LocationThere are excellent facilities within the village and the adjacent village of Great Shelford including a variety of local shops for everyday needs including a butcher, well regarded delicatessen, convenience store, grocer, chemist, restaurants and public houses. There is a primary school Great & Little Shelford C of E Primary school and further schooling for all age groups in the area including notable independent schools in Cambridge such as St Faiths, The Perse, The Stephen Perse foundation schools, The Leys and St Mary's. For the commuter there are regular train services available from Great Shelford and Whittlesford stations leading to Cambridge and London's Liverpool Street station, and services to Kings Cross are available from Cambridge (5 miles) and Royston (10.4 miles).All distances and times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,258 sq ft For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i69887848
Stunning five bedroom house in forever popular village outside Cambridge. Description15 Cambridge Road, also known as 'The Close' is a stunning five bedroom house nestled behind wooden fencing and double electric gates onto a paved driveway with ample parking and a large garage (with solar panels). The property was built by Admiral Charles Cotton who owned Madingley Hall and the Barton Parish. The property was then sold onto the Leakey family, famous Anthropologists who worked in Africa and were fellows of Kings College Cambridge. 15 Cambridge Road is thought to have been in the ownership of only three families.A stone path, flanked by romantic borders lead to an oak front door which enters into into a welcoming hallway with stripped wooden floors that run through the majority of the ground floor. To the right is a delightful dining room featuring leaded windows, picture rails, and storage cupboards, seamlessly leading to a stylish, shaker-style kitchen. The kitchen boasts parquet stone flooring, polished Corian work surfaces, floor and wall-mounted units, and integrated appliances, including a Miele induction hob, double ovens, and dishwasher. There is also a spacious walk-in larder with marble shelves and access to the terrace and gardens beyond. The kitchen is filled with natural light streaming in from two Velux windows and floor-to-ceiling windows at one end. The ground floor benefits from underfloor heating throughout the kitchen/utility/study area. There is also an additional utility room housing the boiler, with plumbing for a washing machine and dryer, as well as a convenient WC and well-appointed study. Adjoining the kitchen is the family/living room, with three windows that flood the room with natural light and a woodburner nestled in a stone half surround. A hallway leads to another spacious living area, which could serve as additional accommodation and a sixth bedroom, as it benefits from a cloakroom and shower room. Upstairs, there are five generously sized bedrooms, including the main bedroom which benefits from an en suite shower room and built in cupboards. The family bathroom completes this floor.Outside, the rear of the house opens up to an Indian sandstone terrace that spans the entire width of the home and offers a fantastic space for al fresco dining. The exceptional gardens offer multiple seating areas with pergolas as well as wide and deep planted beds with herbaceous and perennial plants and a pond with a water feature. Towards the back of the garden is a small orchard of rare local apple trees. In all about 0.99 acres.LocationGirton is a village situated to the north-west of the historic University city of Cambridge, just 3.7 miles from the city centre. The village is boasts a recreation ground, tennis club and golf club, a doctor's surgery and the Old Crown public house. There is a primary school in the village, and a secondary school in Impington (approximately 2.2 miles away). Cambridge offers a wide array of school for all ages, including independent schools such as The Perse, St Faiths and The Leys. There are also sixth form colleges Hills and Long Road in the city. Cambridge has also become recognised as an important centre for the 'high tech' and 'bio-tech' industries with the University Research and Development Laboratories, Science Park, ARM, Microsoft, AstraZeneca and Addenbrooke's Hospital/Biomedical Campus. There is a wide range of cultural and recreational amenities within the city, including The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge University Botanic Garden and Kettle's Yard. There is punting available on the river Cam and various green spaces around the city including Midsummer Common, Parkers Piece and Lammas Land. For shopping, there is a popular busy daily market in Cambridge Market Square and further facilities can be found at The Grafton Centre and Grand Arcade shopping malls in central Cambridge. For rail commuters, Cambridge North is 6.3 miles away with regular services into London Kings Cross and London Liverpool Street. There is also a bus service that travels directly into the city centre. Girton is well placed for access to major roads including the A14 and the M11 to the south to Stansted Airport and London beyond. All distances and times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,084 sq ft Acreage: 0.989991 Acres For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i67748380
Croxton Manor is a delightful Grade II listed Tudor manor, which has been beautifully restored over the years benefiting from exceptional reception rooms with a wealth of period characteristic features, including exposed rustic timbers.Of particular note is the fabulous Great Hall, featuring a magnificent fireplace with log burner, double-height ceiling, and Minstrels' gallery. There is a beautifully proportioned dining room, with charming views over the gardens, adjacent to the kitchen/breakfast room, featuring a 3-oven Aga with module and benefiting from a door opening to the outside. Adjoining is the pantry and utility room. Beyond the Great Hall is a delightful sitting room with an excellent ceiling height, fireplace, stone flooring, and a light-filled study. Almost all of the rooms in the house are hard-wired into high-quality stereo speaker systems, while the Great Hall has quadriphonic speakers. The bedroom accommodation is well arranged across the first floor. The principal bedroom benefits from a log burner, fitted wardrobes and a spacious en suite. Two further bedrooms and a family bathroom complete the first-floor accommodation.Gardens and GroundsThe Lodge is a short distance from the house, with a kitchenette and shower room on the ground floor and a large bedroom/reception room above. There is also an adjoining double garage, surrounded by an extensive gravel driveway with ample parking. The gardens are a particular feature of the property, with an array of mature shrubs, specimen trees, and a delightful pond to the south of the house. Beyond is the enclosed vegetable garden and adjacent locked workshop with full power supply and water/drainage, together with two bays for wood storage and/or vehicles or garden equipment, and a large games room/gym above. To the east is an immaculate parterre garden with a gate leading to a large lawned area to the north of the house. Beyond the formal garden to the west of the house is extensive meadowland and a newly planted orchard. The garden enjoys stunning parkland views to the south and west.Croxton is situated approximately 13 miles to the west of Cambridge, with a no through road leading to Croxton Park, with its designated historic Grade II parkland and organic livestock farm surrounding the village. Cambourne, approximately 6 miles to the east, offers an extensive range of shopping facilities.St Neots is just over 4 miles to the west with various shops and restaurants and a train station providing access to London Kings Cross (from 47 minutes) and St Pancras (from 56 minutes). Cambridge is accessed along the A428 (approximately 14 miles), with more comprehensive shopping and excellent schooling, and Cambridge North station with trains to Liverpool St within an hour. (All distance and times are approximate). For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridgeshire-r740462/for-sale_i70308038
Modern townhouse with well designed garden & close to Biomedical Campus. Description28 Windmill Drive is a substantial townhouse constructed of light buff brick elevations with tall glazing throughout and extending to 3,088 sq ft of accommodation. The property was constructed during 2017 and is situated within the popular 'Aura' development within Trumpington, just south of the city centre. The property is set back from Windmill Drive beyond a driveway with a pleasant outlook onto a mature belt of trees. The house is accessed via a large hallway with oak floors, WC and large storage cupboards with double doors leading to the rear. Extending the majority of the width of the property with double height ceilings is the open plan family room, dining area and kitchen with tiled underfloor heating and extensive glazing to the rear. The kitchen is fitted with an excellent range of cabinetry, with Corian worksurfaces and includes a four seater breakfast bar. There is an integrated Miele five burner induction hob, deep and wide pan drawers along with full height fridge, freezer and twin sinks. Beyond is a utility room with Miele appliances, extensive storage and tall wine/drinks cooler. Doors lead from here to the rear garden and integrated double garage.The first floor living room has oak flooring and is extensively glazed, with three pairs of double doors each leading to a balcony terrace. Internal half height glazing looks down into the kitchen, dining and family rooms below. To the far end, following the sellers skilfully adding a partition, there is a study area with bespoke cabinetry including book shelving, ample file storage and double width desk unit. There are four double bedrooms on the upper levels. The principal suite located on the top floor has extensive wall to wall wardrobes and an en suite with separate oversized shower cubicle and twin basins. The second bedroom also has an en suite shower room and walk in closet whilst the remaining two bedrooms share a full bathroom and cloakroom. The property, which has underfloor central heating throughout, can be seen in greater detail on the attached floorplans. To the front is a small ornamental garden area and off street parking for one car, along with a double garage with automated door. The rear garden is south facing and has been designed with low maintenance in mind. There is an extensive decking area enclosed by raised planting areas and a water feature. There is a full width paved Indian sandstone terrace which has a glazed canopy over so the garden can still be enjoyed in all weathers.LocationWindmill Drive is situated 2.5 miles south of the historical city centre which has extensive shopping including busy daily market and Grand Arcade shopping mall. Addenbrookes Biomedical Campus about is approximately 1.25 miles away including Addenbrookes Hospital and Royal Papworth which will have Cambridge's third railway station (Cambridge South) scheduled for 2025. Everyday shopping available in Trumpington including a large Waitrose (just 0.7 miles away approximately) and John Lewis depot, along with The Concourse at Addenbrookes Hospital.Schools for all age groups in the state and independent sectors in Cambridge and Trumpington including Trumpington Community College, Long Road Sixth Form College and Cambridge Academy for Science & Technology. Recreational amenities available include Hobson Park Bird Reserve and Trumpington Skate Park. The Guided Busway gives access to Addenbrookes and the city centre including central railway station with regular services to London Liverpool Street and Kings Cross from 40 minutes, and to Stansted Airport and beyond. All distances and times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,088 sq ft For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_trumpington-d542385/for-sale_i69628911
Impressive and striking Victorian townhouse with off street parking. DescriptionPetersham House is one of two larger book-end properties on this terrace of townhouses just to the south of the historic core of Cambridge. The property, which is arranged over four floors and dates back to the late 1800s, has not only the benefit of numerous Victorian features including an oak handcrafted staircase, Gothic style wooden framed windows and original fireplaces throughout, but also a south facing courtyard garden and garage providing off street parking. The striking property is entered on St Eligius Street through a set of stone steps leading to a panelled and stained glass inlay front door. The property opens up into an attractive hallway with high ceilings and stripped wood floors. To the right is an exceptional drawing room with a bay window with high ecclesiastical style frames providing an abundance of natural light, picture rails, intricate cornicing, ceiling rose and an attractive fireplace with marble surround. To the left is a well-appointed reception room which has been used previously as a dining room and could be used as a study.To the lower ground floor there is a kitchen with access out to the rear garden, large utility room and a family breakfast room with an attractive Inglenook fireplace and parquet flooring. Please note that there is a bressummer hood in the Inglenook. To the first floor there are two well proportioned bedrooms, a large family bathroom with a corner bath and twin sinks, and a WC. On the second floor there are two further bedrooms and a large bathroom with a bath and an overhead shower. Outside, the mature private terrace garden is laid mainly to York stone with deep beds and mature shrubs bordered by original stone walls. In the summer, the pergola is adorned with wisteria and climbing roses offering attractive protection from the sun. The property is offered with no upward chain.LocationPetersham House is situated in a sought after location on Pemberton Terrace in the historic University city of Cambridge, and is 0.2 miles approximately from the city centre. The city offers a wide array of amenities including restaurants, bakeries and cultural amenities such as the Fitzwilliam Museum (0.3 miles approx.) and Botanic Garden (0.2 miles approx.). There are also substantial shopping facilities in the city including The Grand Arcade and the Grafton Centre shopping malls as well as a busy daily market.It is located 2.3 miles (approx.) from the M11 Junction 12 which offers good connectivity to London and London Stansted Airport and 0.7 miles (approx.) from Cambridge train station which provides regular services into London Liverpool Street and Kings Cross and Stansted Airport.For schooling, Cambridge offers a variety of public and independent schools for all ages. In close vicinity, just 276 ft from the property, is The Stephen Perse Foundation Senior School. Further independent schools include The Perse, The Leys, St Faiths and many more. There are also sixth form colleges Hills and Long Road (0.9 and 1.8 miles distant respectively). All distances and times are approximate.Square Footage: 2,168 sq ft For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i70859633
Blackwood Barn was rebuilt by the current owners, conventionally constructed with the exterior replicating the original building. This substantial family home is presented to the highest order, offering stylish and characterful accommodation with underfloor heating over two floors with over 3,700 sq ft of living accommodation to the main house. An annexe/studio adds another 1,000 sq ft of multi-useable space, ideal for a gym or home office. The entrance hallway, featuring limestone flooring, leads into a magnificent dining room, alluding to the dimensions of the house, with reclaimed terracotta flooring and gas-fired wood burner effect fire. The primary study is adjacent to the dining room with a shower room/cloakroom off the hallway. A staircase and full-pitch galleried landing leads to two bedrooms above. The hallway widens with double doors to the main sitting room, bathed in light with French windows on to the south-westerly gardens, a feature fireplace with a log effect gas fire, and a spiral staircase leading to the principal bedroom suite. At the hub of the house is an impressive dual-aspect kitchen/breakfast room with an extensive arrangement of wall and base cabinetry, granite worktops, a boiling water tap, a range of built-in appliances, and doors leading to the garden and entertaining areas. The utility room is well-fitted with wall and base units. A study/playroom from the kitchen and a cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation with patio doors to the garden.On the first floor, the impressive vaulted landing gives access to bedroom two with en suite, bedroom three with a paved balcony, a family bathroom, and the principal bedroom, featuring an en suite shower room, large dressing room with a walk-in wardrobe, and spiral stairs leading to the sitting room. The property is accessed via electric double gates to a hard-standing area with parking for several vehicles. The garage complex consists of a quadruple garage with light and power, a ground-floor shower room with an adjacent gym/hobby room, and a first-floor vaulted multi-useable space, ideal for a games room or home office with a full window to the front elevations. The delightful south-west facing gardens are extensively laid to lawn with mature trees and well-stocked borders, ideal for growing families for the discerning gardener. Across the back of the house is a large paved terraced area, perfect for outside entertaining. There is a Summer House at the rear with power and lighting.Coton is a highly sought-after village, approximately 3 miles west of Cambridge city centre. Local amenities include a gastropub, village hall and a large recreation ground with various sports clubs. Coton Orchard Garden Centre lies at the edge of the village, with a farm shop brimming with locally sourced goods, a post office, and cafe. The village has an Ofsted 'Outstanding' primary school, with a more comprehensive range of educational facilities in both the state and private sector within Cambridge city centre, which can be easily accessed by cycle or foot via the Coton Footpath. The Nature Reserve is located just south-east of the village and includes several footpaths. The M11 is approximately one mile from Coton, providing onward access to major road networks, and Cambridge mainline train station has regular services to London from around 48 minutes (times and distances are approximate). For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i70539808
**PROPERTY REF CHHAR****VIDEO TOUR AVAILABLE****VIEWINGS DATE TBC**Welcome to the epitome of luxury living in the heart of Tilbrook, Cambridgeshire. Nestled on over 8.5 acres of pristine countryside, this magnificent country home is a true masterpiece, offering unparalleled elegance, comfort, and sophistication.Boasting an impressive nearly 8000 square feet of meticulously designed living space, this remarkable property features six bedrooms in the main house and an additional detached one bedroom annexe, providing ample room for both family and guests. As you step inside, the grandeur of this home unfolds before you, revealing a sanctuary of tranquility and opulence. The master bedroom is a sanctuary unto itself, adorned with a vaulted ceiling that stretches skyward, embraced by floor-to-ceiling glass that allows natural light to dance through the room. A walk-in dressing room adds a touch of extravagance, while the en-suite bathroom is a haven of relaxation. Step out onto the balcony that overlooks the lush, sprawling garden, where mornings are greeted by the sweet serenade of birdsong and evenings are spent under a blanket of stars.Bedroom two offers its own en-suite bathroom, a luxurious retreat for guests, while both bedroom two and bedroom three share the privilege of balcony access, inviting you to take in the breathtaking views and fresh country air.Indulge in the ultimate wellness experience with the detached spa house, a haven of rejuvenation. Complete with a changing room and toilet, a serene relaxation area, and an outdoor hot tub enclave, every visit is an escape to paradise, a chance to unwind and revitalise amidst the embrace of nature.For those with equestrian passions, the estate offers stables, paddocks, and a menage, creating an idyllic haven for both riders and their equine companions.The allure of Tilbrook, Cambridgeshire, extends beyond the gates of this enchanting estate. The local schooling options, such as Kimbolton School, are renowned for their excellence, ensuring that education is as exceptional as the lifestyle this residence affords.Approach this elegant estate through electric gates and a sweeping driveway, a prelude to the grandeur that awaits. The sitting room is an architectural marvel, with full-height glass that stretches from the floor to the vaulted gable roof line, framing the picturesque vistas that surround you.Prepare gourmet feasts in the sprawling kitchen, an expansive canvas of culinary craftsmanship that spans nearly 1000 square feet. The bifold doors seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor living, offering views of the impeccably maintained garden and tranquil pond, where moments of serenity await.The estate is adorned with a collection of outbuildings, including a summer house and playhouse, adding an extra layer of versatility to this already splendid canvas of luxury.This country home is more than just a property; it is a lifestyle statement, a haven of elegance and serenity that invites you to experience the finest aspects of rural living. Embrace the symphony of nature, the sophistication of design, and the embrace of comfort that defines this extraordinary estate in Tilbrook, Cambridgeshire. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i69629921
SUMMARYThis Grade II listed home offers vast accommodation over 2 floors, boasting 9 bedrooms, a multitude of formal reception rooms with stunning original features. Externally there is an outdoor swimming pool with 2 sets of changing rooms & a bar, stables in the garden and is positioned on a 4 acre plotDESCRIPTIONThis substantial Grade II listed home offers vast accommodation over 2 floors, boasting 9 bedrooms, a multitude of formal reception rooms with stunning original features. Externally there is an outdoor swimming pool with 2 sets of changing rooms & a bar, stables in the garden and is positioned on a large 4 acre plot.Alwalton Hall is a stunning piece of history, original parts dating back to the 18th Century, originally built for the Fourth Earl Fitzwilliam. The home has 2 wings, the original C18 to the right of the property is built from red brick part plastered. The later very imposing C19 addition which includes the main entrance is in Ashlar limestone. Set on a substantial 4 acre plot this home currently offers 9 bedrooms boasting many original features. The master suite offers the largest space with a continuation of the bay window from the dining room offering fabulous views over the garden leading down to a large dressing room as well as an en-suite. The other 8 bedrooms all range in size are all accessed off the central hallway and offering potential for change to add further en-suites subject to requirements, accessed via a beautiful stone cantilevered staircase with cast iron railings leading from the ground floor. The ground floor is made up of a multitude of formal rooms ticking every box required for new owners of this grand hall. The main entrance opens on to a stunning parquet floor which continues through the main entrance hall to the reception rooms. The main rooms include a stunning formal drawing room boasting high ceilings, a large bay window with sash windows and shutters. Original features in this room include picture rails, a central ceiling rose, stunning cornice and an open fireplace. The additional sitting room off from this room offers original stripped wooden floors as well as stunning panelling around the wall of this room again with an open fireplace. The dining room is a hugely generous room offering a large bay window with views over the garden. This room again has exposed timber flooring and a large open fireplace. The additional rooms are in the earlier C18 wing with a huge amount of rooms on offer including office, games room, gym, music room, storage and a further study. Beneath the ground floor from the centre of the building leads to a huge cellar space which could be adapted to whatever new vendors require but previously has had a sauna fitted, shower area as well as a wine cellar and further storage.Externally to the side of the property is an outdoor pool area completely serviced and heated via a plant room. There are 2 sets of changing rooms to the pool, one of which has been left for storage but both have water and waste and there is a central bar between the rooms ideal for when entertaining and could be modernised to suit. The gardens are predominately lawned with a range of mature trees. To the side of the home there are a set of 3 stables as well as a tack room ideal for clients with horses or ponies to add to the land.To the front of the home is a large sweeping driveway leading a pair of electric gates. The front drive is largely gravelled but is also enclosed by trees and mature shrubs. In addition to the front is a double length, double garage offering a huge amount of space for vehicles or garden machinery.Viewing this property is essential to take in all it has to offer with this rare opportunity to purchase such a spectacular home!1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale. 2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. 3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase. 5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SHARMAN QUINNEY NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_alwalton-d198572/for-sale_i68522889
Handsome Grade II Listed late Georgian fronted country house with mature, part walled gardens, detached cottage, outbuildings, stabling and paddock. DescriptionThe Grove is a substantial country house situated in a Conservation area on the edge of the village behind mature hedging. Of rendered elevations beneath slate rooves, the property is listed Grade II as being of historic and architectural interest. The handsome front elevation with its hipped roof, sash windows and pedimented doorcase with fluted columns incorporates a delightful patterned fanlight above the impressive panelled door.The welcoming and versatile accommodation delightfully comprises two styles, the elegant early 1800's addition with grand rooms and tall ceilings, cornicing, picture rails and deep skirtings to the front whilst the earlier part timber-framed section extends to the rear. The entrance/staircase hall has a delightfully worn flag stone floor and wonderfully tactile curved banister rail to the part galleried landing above. This hall is flanked by the drawing room (right) and dining room with their marble fireplaces , the former having glazed French doors to the side and the latter a discreet and useful serving hatch. The rear hall with pamment flooring provides access to the rest of the ground floor including a useful utility/laundry/boot room with cloaks, a cloaks/freezer room, a quarry tiled side hall with part glazed door to the garden and access to the snug sitting room/library which in turn has an open fireplace with wooden surround and mantle, garden access via ornate French doors and extensive shelving to one side. To the right of the rear hall is the part panelled kitchen/breakfast room with oil fired Aga, herringbone patterned brick floor, a range of painted cupboards, twin butler sink, plumbing for a dishwasher, an electric cooker point and space for a table. Immediately across the side passage (with side porch, bench seating and back door) is the morning room with wooden flooring, a fireplace with partially carved mantle and French doors to the rear terrace. In addition there is a half cellar with wine bins and slate shelves.The principal staircase leads to the front landing and two double bedrooms, the first with a twin aspect and an adjoining bathroom and the second with fitted cupboards one of which incorporates a wash basin. The half landing leads to the rear of the house and an additional four bedrooms one of which is used as the principal suite with an en suite bathroom, whilst another also overlooks the garden and has been more recently used as a study. There is also a large family bathroom with a roll-topped bath and shower cubicle, an airing cupboard and stairs up to a useful loft room/store.SIPSEY COTTAGE - This is approached from the side drive and was formerly the Coach House and now provides useful two bedroomed annexe accommodation over two floors. In addition there are outside stores to one side over two floors incorporating the OLD APPLE STORE (please see floorplans for layout and dimensions).NOTE: The Cottage is connected to mains drains and has an oil fired boiler and oil tank in the adjacent garage buildingA brick and flint GARAGE BUILDING beneath a pantiled roof adjoins Sypsey Cottage and divides into two separately accessed areas one with a sliding door and workshop.The STABLE BLOCK comprises three stables (the central one being two combined to form a larger one) and a SEPARATE DOUBLE GARAGE used for storage.To the rear of the stables are a chicken run, fruit cage and an orchard with numerous apple trees and a plum tree and nearer to the side of the house are a dog kennel, boiler house and outside wash room (former WC)There is a sweeping gravel drive to the front of the house and an additional area for further parking to the side. The front gardens are lawned whilst mature trees and hedging provide privacy. To the rear of the house is a terrace which in turn adjoins the delightful gardens with wide lawns, shaped herbaceous beds with mature planting, beech hedges and a curved brick wall and to the far side is a Wysteria clad pergola providing a charming space for alfresco dining on a Summer's evening.Beyond the gardens is a paddock (approx. 4.08 acres).LocationBrinkley is a small village in Cambridge situated 15 miles east of Cambridge and 5 miles south of Newmarket, the home of horseracing. There is a church and pub, The Red Lion with further amenities available in nearby villages including a train station and cricket club in Dullingham. For schooling there is a primary school in Burrough Green 1.8 miles away from Brinkley and secondary schools available in Newmarket, as well as a range of independent schools for all ages in Cambridge including The Leys, The Stephen Perse Foundation and St Faiths. Dullingham station is one stop from Cambridge station which provides regular services into London Liverpool Street (75 minutes from Whittlesford station) and Kings Cross with journeys taking from 50 minutes. There are also services from Dullingham to Newmarket with journey times taking from just 5 minutes. Brinkley is well situated for the A11 and A1304 to the M11 towards London and Stansted Airport, as well as to the north leading to the M1 and M1. For further shopping and amenities, Cambridge has a wide arrange of facilities on offer including shopping malls the Grand Arcade and Grafton Centre, and a busy daily market, as well as the Cambridge Botanic Gardens and Fitzwilliam Museum. Newmarket also has a variety of everyday grocery shops including Aldi and Waitrose, and is famous for being the home of English horse racing. All distances and times are approximate.Square Footage: 5,266 sq ft Acreage: 5.46 Acres Additional InfoUnder Section 21 of the Estate Agents Act 1979 (declaration of interest) we have a duty to inform potential purchasers of this property that the vendor is a relative of an employee of Savills. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newmarket-d196498/for-sale_i70212374
A unique opportunity to acquire the former Cottenham Racecourse DescriptionLOT 1 STEEPLE CHASE FARMColoured red on the sale plan and extending to 179.38 acres (72.587 hectares) and comprising:-The GrandstandIn 2023, Nick Dakin of Dakin Estates was granted planning permission on behalf of the Vendor to convert the grandstand into a single four bedroom dwelling to include a home office and garage. Planning permission was granted under reference number 23/03002/FUL.NP Architects have designed a proposal that is both highly functional and retains a memory of its former use. The ground floor will comprise bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a reception room. The first floor will include an open plan kitchen, dining and living room with a spacious terrace. Large windows will allow ample natural light into the property as well as framing the far reaching views over the wider farmland.The planning permission allows for a building known as the Masters hut to be demolished and replaced by an outbuilding housing the home office, garage and ancillary storage.Agricultural DwellingIn 1990 and again in 1996, planning permission was granted to build a dwelling subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition, whilst these permissions were never enacted, it is likely that a further application may be granted.Land and buildingsThe majority of the land is classified as Grade 2 with areas of Grade 1 towards the western boundary and Grade 3 towards the southern boundary. The soils are described as being of the Milton Series but are variable, the majority being a freely draining loam with a heavier area of clay towards the southern boundary. The arable land extends to 111.12 acres and is split into 5 fields. The pasture and former racecourse extends to 61.42 acres.There are two farm buildings located towards the western boundary:- A steel framed general purpose barn measuring 80ft v 60ft. A timber pole barn measuring 75ft x 60ft. Acreage: 179.38 Acres Additional InfoThe property is offered for sale freehold subject to two Farm Business Tenancies terminating on 28th September 2025. Further information is available from the selling agents.The property will be sold subject to a development uplift clause on the basis of 25% of the uplift in value being payable to the Vendor on the grant of planning permission, or use of the land for any non-agricultural use. This will last for a period of 25 years from the date of completion. Further details are available from the selling agents. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cottenham-d526460/for-sale_i71016399
A substantial and well-appointed lifestyle property, centrally positioned within 35 acres of land with stables, tennis court, swimming pool and heli-pad in an attractive setting. DescriptionIf you value privacy and accessibility, this is a fabulous lifestyle property from which to base your family. It has an outdoor swimming pool complex and full-size tennis court whilst, for equestrian enthusiasts, there is stabling for six horses with associated tack facilities and public bridleways and good hacking countryside close by. Indeed, it is a past recipient of a National Hunt Licence. For flight enthusiasts, there is a helipad and 3-bay steel portal frame hanger and the property currently lies within unrestricted airspace. For golfers, Elton Furze Golf Course is just half a mile from the property.AccommodationThe house layout was designed for conviviality and for its flow. Double doors open to the principal reception rooms off a spacious hardwood entrance stairwell hall. The dining room is dual-aspect. The drawing room the full width of the house, with two sets of French doors to the swimming pool terrace and an Ancaster stone fireplace. The study has fitted bookcases, whilst the spacious kitchen/breakfast room has a solid oak suite beneath granite worktops, a double oven Aga and separate hob and oven appliances. The sitting room, alongside the kitchen, has French doors to a terrace and pathway to the tennis court. Beyond the drawing room, the games room has a large inglenook housing a wood burning stove. It adjoins the office and the integral triple garage. Whilst planning would be required, these rooms were designed with an annex in mind. The garage is constructed with house joints, whilst the plumbing and infrastructure is in place beneath the floors. There are five first floor double bedrooms, three of which are en suite, and a modern and well appointed family bathroom. A lapsed past planning consent permitted a first floor bedroom extension over the drawing room. OutsideA long tarmacadam private lane provides access from Bullock Road to the property's electric double gates and continues past the paddocks to the west of the house and the stable yard beyond it. The garden lies to the south of the house and swimming pool. Lawned, it adjoins the post and rail fenced paddocks. With mature trees and shrubs, pathways lead to the tennis court, and to a naturally fed pond. The swimming pool is to the south of the house, framed by it u-shaped wings. A stone built pool room, with a bank of sliding glazed doors, is ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining, and houses the changing facilities and sauna.The land wraps around the house and garden to the west, south and east in a ring-fenced block. There are no public rights of way across the property. With mature hedgerow boundaries, the paddocks are largely post and rail fenced, with tapes to sub-divide. The property extends to 35 acres, or thereabouts, in total.LocationSpringlodge Farm occupies an attractive rural setting between the villages of Haddon (2.5 miles south-west) and Elton (1.8 miles west). Elton is an attractive traditional village with shop, primary school, cricket club, garden centre and two public houses, centred around the Elton Hall, of 1660, whose gardens are open to the public, at cost, through the summer months.The Georgian market towns of Oundle (7 miles) and Stamford (12 miles south) each offer boutique shops, pubs, restaurants and theatres, together with renowned schools.The Cathedral City of Peterborough is just 7.5 miles to the east, with the favoured The Peterborough Independent, and Kings (Cathedral) Schools, as well as main line rail services (London Kings Cross and Cambridge from 50 mins). For golfers, The Furze Golf Club is just half a mile away and there are also good country walks and pubs locally.Square Footage: 5,379 sq ft Acreage: 35.4 Acres Additional InfoGeneral InformationServices: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Fibre-optic broadband. Fixtures & Fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fitting and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.The property is being sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights, including: rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and any other rights and obligations, easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves, whether referred to in these particulars or not.All journey times and distances are approximate. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_peterborough-d196689/for-sale_i68883296
37 BOXES, 30 ACRES OF POST AND RAILED PADDOCKS, HORSE WALKER, MANEGE, 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW.MANOR FARM STUD IS A WELL EQUIPPED AND IMPROVED EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY CENTRED AROUND A COURTYARD STABLE BLOCK.LOCATIONManor Farm Stud is located close to the village of Chippenham, 6 miles from Newmarket and strategically positioned for access to the A11 providing access to ambridge (20 miles), Stansted Airport (40 miles), London and the national road network. HISTORYThe village has a long association with horse racing starting with the introduction of race horses and their grooms to the village in 1671, and a stud was established at Chippenham Park as early as 1802. The boundaries of the parish extended as far as the Limekilns gallops, purchased by the Jockey Club in 1883.MANOR FARM STUDManor Farm Stud is a modern development of equestrian facilities constructed in 2003, and has been improved by the current owners and developed as a dressage / sports horse facility. The property has the advantage of excellent transport links as well as being positioned to be able to take advantage of the equine facilities and services in nearby Newmarket. The buildings are all functionally designed and built and have been maintained to a high standard.NOTEThe commercial element of the property is elected to VAT. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/bungalows_chippenham-d196355/for-sale_i70638161
Nestled in the charming village of Bourn in Cambridgeshire, The Old Vicarage stands as an exquisite Grade II listed property, steeped in history and heritage.- Shepreth Rail Station - approx. 9.9 miles- Foxton Rail Station - approx. 12 miles- Meldreth Rail Station - approx. 10 miles- Cambridge Rail Station - approx. 10 miles Grade II listed Renovated historic elegance 0.74-acre landscaped gardens Spacious rooms giving grandeur with modern comfort Characterful courtyard Carefully preserved period features Proximity to essential amenitiesOriginally serving as the vicarage for St Helena and St Mary Church, this captivating residence offers a blend of historic allure and modern comforts.Constructed in the 19th century and completely refurbished in 2008, this splendid estate is a true testament to architectural craftsmanship. Situated on High Street, it presents an elevated position adjacent to the picturesque church, which lends an enchanting ambiance to its surroundings.The property spans across an expansive 0.74 acres, and boasts an array of impressive features. The property comprises reception hall, inner hall, drawing room, morning room, coat room, dining room, study, kitchen, utility room, cellar, mezzanine cloakroom, 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a separate WC. The paved courtyard hosts a utility room, garaging, workshop, and stores. The beautifully landscaped garden with majestic trees and a tranquil pond, adds a touch of serenity and grace to the estate.The Old Vicarage stands as a distinctive and historically rich property, offering a unique opportunity to reside in a meticulously maintained piece of English heritage while enjoying the comforts of modern living. This splendid estate captures the essence of a bygone era while providing an exceptional residential experience in the heart of Bourn, South Cambridgeshire.Bourn is an attractive west Cambridgeshire village, recently voted the best place to live in Cambridgeshire by the Sunday Times. The village features a good range of local facilities including a post office/shop, church, hairdressers, cafe, two public houses/restaurants and a primary school rated as outstanding by Ofsted. The nearby Cambridge Country Club (formerly Bourn Golf and Country Club) is a luxurious complex offering a wellness centre, gym, luxury spa, swimming pool and a bar and restaurant with views over the very well-established 18-hole golf course.The University city of Cambridge is around 10 miles east and is not only world renowned for its academic achievements but has also become recognised as an important centre for the high-tech and biotech industries with the University Research and Development Laboratories, Science Park, ARM, Microsoft, AstraZeneca and Addenbrooke's Hospital/Biomedical Campus. The city offers extensive cultural and shopping facilities together with an outstanding choice of independent schools for all ages. London commuters are also well served with services to King's Cross from St Neots (42 minutes) and Royston (37 minutes) lying 10 miles west and 11 miles south respectively. Additional Information:Tenure: Freehold Services: Oil fired boiler and electric underfloor heating and mains services Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire District CouncilCouncil Tax: Band GViewings: Strictly by appointment with the Selling Agents Carter Jonas For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i70646838
A unique opportunity to acquire the former Cottenham Racecourse DescriptionLOT 1 STEEPLE CHASE FARMColoured red on the sale plan and extending to 179.38 acres (72.587 hectares) and comprising:-The GrandstandIn 2023, Nick Dakin of Dakin Estates was granted planning permission on behalf of the Vendor to convert the grandstand into a single four bedroom dwelling to include a home office and garage. Planning permission was granted under reference number 23/03002/FUL.NP Architects have designed a proposal that is both highly functional and retains a memory of its former use. The ground floor will comprise bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a reception room. The first floor will include an open plan kitchen, dining and living room with a spacious terrace. Large windows will allow ample natural light into the property as well as framing the far reaching views over the wider farmland.The planning permission allows for a building known as the Masters hut to be demolished and replaced by an outbuilding housing the home office, garage and ancillary storage.Agricultural DwellingIn 1990 and again in 1996, planning permission was granted to build a dwelling subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition, whilst these permissions were never enacted, it is likely that a further application may be granted.Land and buildingsThe majority of the land is classified as Grade 2 with areas of Grade 1 towards the western boundary and Grade 3 towards the southern boundary. The soils are described as being of the Milton Series but are variable, the majority being a freely draining loam with a heavier area of clay towards the southern boundary. The arable land extends to 111.12 acres and is split into 5 fields. The pasture and former racecourse extends to 61.42 acres.There are two farm buildings located towards the western boundary:- A steel framed general purpose barn measuring 80ft v 60ft. A timber pole barn measuring 75ft x 60ft.LOT 2 LAND TO THE SOUTH OF BEACH ROADColoured blue on the sale plan and located to the south of Beach Road, lot 2 comprises a useful block of 17.50 acres of arable and fenced pasture. Access is taken direct from Beach Road.LOT 3 LAND TO THE WEST OF STEEPLE CHASE DROVEColoured green on the sale plan and located to the west of Steeple Chase Drove, lot 3 includes 4.01 acres of fenced pasture land. Access is taken from Steeple Chase Drove.LOT 4 RAM MEADOWColoured yellow on the sale plan and adjoining the south eastern corner of Steeple Chase Farm is an area of 1.37 acres of fenced pasture known as the Ram Meadow. Access is taken direct from Beach Road. If Lot 4 is sold separately to Lot 1 then access rights will be reserved for the benefit of Lot 1. Acreage: 202.2 AcresDirectionsThe entrance to the track leading up towards the grandstandcan be found with the What3Words location service reference//destiny.door.handbags. Additional InfoThe property is offered for sale freehold subject to two Farm Business Tenancies terminating on 28th September 2025. Further information is available from the selling agents.The property will be sold subject to a development uplift clause on the basis of 25% of the uplift in value being payable to the Vendor on the grant of planning permission, or use of the land for any non-agricultural use. This will last for a period of 25 years from the date of completion. Further details are available from the selling agents. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cottenham-d526460/for-sale_i70798466
A unique opportunity to acquire the former Cottenham Racecourse DescriptionLOT 1 STEEPLE CHASE FARMColoured red on the sale plan and extending to 179.38 acres (72.587 hectares) and comprising:-The GrandstandIn 2023, Nick Dakin of Dakin Estates was granted planning permission on behalf of the Vendor to convert the grandstand into a single four bedroom dwelling to include a home office and garage. Planning permission was granted under reference number 23/03002/FUL.NP Architects have designed a proposal that is both highly functional and retains a memory of its former use. The ground floor will comprise bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a reception room. The first floor will include an open plan kitchen, dining and living room with a spacious terrace. Large windows will allow ample natural light into the property as well as framing the far reaching views over the wider farmland.The planning permission allows for a building known as the Masters hut to be demolished and replaced by an outbuilding housing the home office, garage and ancillary storage.Agricultural DwellingIn 1990 and again in 1996, planning permission was granted to build a dwelling subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition, whilst these permissions were never enacted, it is likely that a further application may be granted.Land and buildingsThe majority of the land is classified as Grade 2 with areas of Grade 1 towards the western boundary and Grade 3 towards the southern boundary. The soils are described as being of the Milton Series but are variable, the majority being a freely draining loam with a heavier area of clay towards the southern boundary. The arable land extends to 111.12 acres and is split into 5 fields. The pasture and former racecourse extends to 61.42 acres.There are two farm buildings located towards the western boundary:- A steel framed general purpose barn measuring 80ft v 60ft. A timber pole barn measuring 75ft x 60ft.LOT 2 LAND TO THE SOUTH OF BEACH ROADColoured blue on the sale plan and located to the south of Beach Road, lot 2 comprises a useful block of 17.50 acres of arable and fenced pasture. Access is taken direct from Beach Road.LOT 3 LAND TO THE WEST OF STEEPLE CHASE DROVEColoured green on the sale plan and located to the west of Steeple Chase Drove, lot 3 includes 4.01 acres of fenced pasture land. Access is taken from Steeple Chase Drove.LOT 4 RAM MEADOWColoured yellow on the sale plan and adjoining the south eastern corner of Steeple Chase Farm is an area of 1.37 acres of fenced pasture known as the Ram Meadow. Access is taken direct from Beach Road. If Lot 4 is sold separately to Lot 1 then access rights will be reserved for the benefit of Lot 1. Acreage: 202.2 AcresDirectionsThe entrance to the track leading up towards the grandstandcan be found with the What3Words location service reference//destiny.door.handbags. Additional InfoThe property is offered for sale freehold subject to two Farm Business Tenancies terminating on 28th September 2025. Further information is available from the selling agents.The property will be sold subject to a development uplift clause on the basis of 25% of the uplift in value being payable to the Vendor on the grant of planning permission, or use of the land for any non-agricultural use. This will last for a period of 25 years from the date of completion. Further details are available from the selling agents. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cottenham-d526460/for-sale_i70910955
A substantial three storey seven bedroom Edwardian house with a large garden, in this popular south city location.Cambridge city centre 1.5 miles, M11 (Junction 11) 2.5 miles, Mainline Railway Station (Liverpool Street and King's Cross services) 1 mile (distances are approximate).This substantial period property is believed to date from the early 1900's and has well-proportioned accommodation and high ceilings, fine example of the Edwardian period. Constructed with part-rendered brick elevations under a tiled roof, the property has the benefit of well-presented accommodation which is arranged over three floors and has a number of attractive features including moulded cornicing, ceiling roses, deep skirtings, picture rails, panelled doors and a fine staircase.Hills Road is situated about 2 miles to the south of the city centre. It is extremely well placed for access to Addenbrooke's Hospital/Cambridge Biomedical Campus, which is planned to be the largest centre of health, science and medical research in Europe. The property is also well placed for access to a mainline railway station with services to London's King's Cross and Liverpool Street in approximately 52 and 67 minutes respectively. A number of leisure and sporting facilities are within walking or cycling distance including Hills Road Sports Centre, providing indoor and outdoor tennis courts, gym etc, and Cambridge Leisure, a supermarket, cinema, 10-pin bowling and restaurant complex, to the north of Cherry Hinton Road. There are a number of state and independent schools within close proximity, including The Perse School on Hills Road. Hills Road and Long Road Sixth Form Colleges are also nearby with the former being at the top of the performance leagues for a number of years. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i70496454
Contemporary riverside village residence set in 1.5 acres. Set in a highly desirable village lane on a sprawling plot approaching 1.5 acres with river frontage, this stunning home offers flexible accommodation spanning 5706 square feet, including garaging.Upon arrival, brick-pillared powered gates open onto the driveway, unveiling the front facade adorned with a portico and Juliet balcony above. Stepping inside, a grand reception hall welcomes you with a marble-topped curved staircase and galleried landing. The luxurious marble flooring extends into the open-plan kitchen, equipped with a range of appliances, a walk-in fridge, and granite work surfaces. A fireplace and bifold doors leading to the rear garden ensure this space is enjoyed throughout the seasons. Two reception rooms also feature bifold doors opening onto the rear garden, complemented by a spacious study, utility room, and gym on the ground floor.Ascending the elegant staircase to the first floor, you're greeted by a landing adorned with bi-fold doors and a Juliet balcony, while the second-floor landing atrium floods the space with natural light. The principal suite occupies a prime position, offering picturesque views of the landscaped gardens, river, and meadow beyond, along with a luxurious en suite and walk-in wardrobe. Additionally, four more bedrooms, each boasting their own luxurious en suites, ensure ample accommodation for family and guests.Outside, the meticulously landscaped gardens feature a generous terrace, steps leading down to a reflection pond, and expansive lawns dotted with mature trees, all leading to the river's edge and a charming thatched outbuilding.Home automation and entertainment have been seamlessly incorporated throughout, complemented by intelligent underfloor heating for added comfort and convenience.Village informationHemingford Abbots is situated along the banks of the River Great Ouse and is well-known as a very picturesque and sought-after Cambridgeshire village. Much of the village is in a Conservation Area with many thatched cottages and barns and other architecturally important buildings such as the Grade I listed church with its spire being a landmark for miles around the Ouse valley. Hemingford Abbots has excellent facilities: across the road from the "Axe & Compass" pub is the purpose-built Village Hall and playing field. The playing field with open grassland is equipped with modern children's play equipment. The village shares many facilities with neighbouring Hemingford Grey: village shop, post office, primary school and sports pitches and the award winning "Cock" pub. Between the two villages there are a variety of clubs, societies and activities such as the annual Regatta and biennial Flower Festival. TransportThe Hemingfords sit between the towns of Huntingdon and St Ives where a wider selection of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities are available. The newly modified A14 provides quick and easy access into Cambridge and links to the A1, M11 and the national motorway network. Huntingdon has a railway station, approx. 10 minutes' drive away, with fast trains into London King's Cross in approx. 50 minutes and links to the North via Peterborough whilst St Ives offers the Guided Busway service to the Cambridge Science Park and city centre. SchoolsThere is a good selection of primary schools within 1-1.5 miles including: Hemingford Grey Primary. There are also several well-regarded secondary schools in the neighbouring towns such as Hinchingbrooke school in Huntingdon and St Ivo Academy in St Ives. Independent schools in Cambridge and Kimbolton are also within easy reach.Agents NotesTenure: FreeholdYear Built: 2012EPC: CLocal Authority: Huntingdonshire District CouncilCouncil Tax Band: H IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum of six months, with the exception of short term accommodation. A security deposit of at least one month's rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant's responsibility to insure any personal possessions.BUYERS INFORMATIONTo conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £60 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.REFERRAL FEESWe may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Thomas Morris For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_huntingdon-d196477/for-sale_i68224701
Built around 1914, this impressive and hugely appealing home is a wonderful example of the late Edwardian era designed in the very popular and characterful Arts and Crafts style. It is full of wonderful period features throughout such as parquet flooring, feature glass doors, stained glass, cornicing and architraving, picture rails, cast iron and tiled fireplaces and sash windows.- Cambridge City Centre approx. 2 miles- Cambridge Railway Station approx. 1.5 miles by car, 1 mile on foot- Addenbrookes Hospital - approx. 0.25 miles Sitting room Dining room/family room Garden room/study Kitchen/breakfast room Utility room Cloakroom 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms Landscaped gardens Secure gravelled parking for several cars EPC rating DThe beautifully presented and unusually light accommodation extends to over 2600sqft and is laid out over two floor, offering very well balanced family living space. On the ground floor is a large, welcoming reception hall with attractive staircase rising to the first floor. There are two stunning reception rooms, both with fireplaces, a lovely garden room/potential working from home space with doors to the garden and a superb kitchen/breakfast room with excellent range of appliances, a central island, a gas stove and ample space for an additional sitting area. There are double doors opening to the terrace and a further door opening to the useful utility room. A cloakroom and guest WC completes the ground floor. On the first floor are five good size bedrooms, four with double aspects and two with fireplaces, and three bath/shower rooms, two being en-suite. Houses of this style and calibre are rarely seen coming to the market and a viewing is highly recommended.OUTSIDE: The property is approached via double vehicular gates giving access to ample gravelled parking. The house is pleasantly secluded from the road with mature planting and panelled fencing. There is a further wide, pedestrian gate leading onto Hills Avenue and a further double timber gate leads back to rear.The gardens of No.17 are a delight. They are beautifully landscaped with a well-tended lawn, topiary hedging, well-stocked and thoughtfully planted borders and a large, sandstone terrace providing the perfect space for al-fresco dining and entertaining. There is also a pretty potting/garden shed and further outdoor private sitting areas. LOCATION: Hills Avenue is situated in a highly regarded area which is very much in demand when it comes to buyers looking to secure a home in Cambridge. Its location is highly accessible for access to the city centre, along with many of the renowned schools (within walking distance of The Perse), Sixth Form Colleges and the hospital. For those needing to commute by road, some of the major networks are a short drive away, leading to London, the north and Stansted Airport. There is a Waitrose supermarket within easy reach along with local amenities available on Cherry Hinton Road and the leisure complex, a short walk away.. There is also a direct cycle and bus route along Hills Road into the city centre and the railway station, which offers a fast and regular train service into London.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:TENURE: FreeholdSERVICES: All main services are connectedLOCAL AUTHORITY: Cambridge County CouncilCOUNCIL TAX: Band HVIEWINGS: Strictly by appointment with the Selling Agents, Carter Jonas For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i71200934
PROPERTY INSIGHTEnsum Brown are delighted to offer for sale this immaculately presented detached family home in the highly sought-after Cambridgeshire village of Fowlmere. This stunning property enjoys accommodation of almost 8000sq ft, set within a generous plot of approximately 1.3 acres, with 5 reception rooms, an open-plan kitchen/breakfast room, separate pantry, utility and boot rooms, a study, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, enclosed mature wrap-around gardens, driveway parking for multiple vehicles, a swimming pool complex, sauna and games room, and a triple garage with a first-floor bedroom and en-suite, which could be used as an annexe space, if desired. Also of note, just 200 yards from the property is a bus stop which benefits from journeys to many of Cambridge's private schools. Upon stepping inside, the entrance hallway is wide, welcoming and beautifully decorated, alluding to the exceptional standard seen throughout this lovely property. The ground floor of this home benefits from underfloor heating and the first floor from traditional radiators but also with air conditioning. In the hallway, there is room for furniture, integrated storage, stairs to the first floor, and doors through to the downstairs living space, including a cloakroom WC, and a large study with windows and doors to a triple aspect, oak flooring and a range of fitted cabinets.The kitchen/breakfast/family room is an excellent size and is wonderfully open-plan, benefiting from 2 sets of bi-fold doors to the rear garden, 2 roof lanterns, an extensive range of modern base and wall units, composite worktops, an island, stone tiled flooring, inset and pendant lighting, integrated ovens, a hob, a fridge/freezer, wine cooler, dishwasher and dining area, and space for other small kitchen appliances. There is a separate pantry, a boot room, and a utility room, providing further storage and space for large kitchen appliances.The formal dining room is an incredibly generous size and enjoys an open-plan atmosphere with the kitchen/breakfast room. It boasts bi-fold doors to the rear garden, stone tiled flooring, inset lighting, attractive decor, and lots of space for a large dining setting and storage furniture. The family room adjacent is versatile and spacious, with windows and double French doors to the rear garden, and room for furniture. The lounge is a truly stunning space, with windows and double French doors to multiple aspects, a vaulted ceiling, pendant lighting, plush carpets, an open fireplace with a timber bressummer beam and a wood-burning stove, integrated cupboards and shelving, and vast amounts of space for a variety of lounge and storage furniture.Upstairs, to the first floor, this immaculately presented detached home continues to impress, with 4 of the 5 well-proportioned bedrooms, integrated wardrobes, and a large family bathroom, comprising a bath with an overhead shower, a double sink, and a WC. The master suite is particularly impressive, with windows and a Juliet balcony to a dual aspect, a large dressing room with a Juliet balcony and a range of bespoke fitted wardrobes, cupboards and a jewellery display cabinet, and an en-suite with a freestanding bath, a double shower, a WC and a hand wash basin. The third and fourth bedrooms benefit from an en-suite shower room and walk-in wardrobe, respectively.Above the garage, there is a further large bedroom, benefiting from multiple Velux windows, integrated storage, and an en-suite bathroom. This space is ideal to be used as an annexe or guest suite, as required.The property also benefits from an outstanding swimming pool complex, with windows, double French doors and bi-fold doors to the rear garden, a large indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a shower room, a WC and plenty of space for poolside furniture. The pool complex benefits from it's own air source heat pump, there is access to a plant room and a large gym/games room with 2 sets of double French doors to the garden.Outside, to the rear, the garden is an excellent size, enclosed by fencing, mature hedgerows and trees, offering a beautifully private and relaxing space to enjoy on warm days. The garden is laid mainly to lawn, with a large paved terrace, providing ample space for a variety of garden furniture, enjoying meals al fresco and entertaining guests. Contact Ensum Brown today to book your private viewing appointment, we assure you will not leave disappointed. LOCATION - FOWLMEREIf you are looking for a village location and to be part of a community then you won't find a better village to live in than Fowlmere. Fowlmere is one of the most southernmost villages in Cambridgeshire and on the edge of Hertfordshire. You are just 6 miles from the town of Royston, under a 10 minute drive, and under 10 miles from central Cambridge, just a 20 minute drive away. As well as being within easy reach of all the amenities of a town and city you are also surrounded by beautiful countryside, a perfect combination.Within the village itself you have a number of village groups, a village hall with tennis courts, several village greens and playgrounds, a fantastic village pub and restaurant 'The Chequers', village church, playgroup, private nursery and primary school. Also, on the outskirts of the village you will find Fowlmere RSPB nature reserve.In Royston there is a main line train station with a regular service direct to London Kings Cross as quick as 38 minutes. You also have additional station options from the neighbouring villages of Meldreth and Foxton. Additionally, in terms of travel, you have the M11 within a 10 minute drive, the A1 approximately 25 minutes' drive away and if you want to travel internationally, London Stansted airport and London Luton Airport are both just half an hour to forty minutes' drive away.EPC Rating: C For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i68848672
A truly unique and individual detached house with stylish and immaculately presented accommodation, in this prime west city location, off Storey's Way and close to many of the city's highly regarded schools. Cambridge City Centre 1 mile, M11 (Junction 13 - south bound only), 1 mile, Mainline Railway Station (Liverpool Street and King's Cross lines) 2 miles, Stansted Airport 28 miles (distances are approximate).Winner of the Daily Telegraph Gold Medal for Future House of the Year in 2002 and the RIBA Manser Medal for New Home of the Year in 2003, 4 Fuller Way was designed by local architects Barber Casanovas Ruffles and features a distinctive U shaped design, making it a one of a kind property in the area and winning a commendation in the Pevsner Architectural Guides.Constructed with rendered elevations under a zinc roof, the unique layout was created to maximise the views from the accommodation over the south facing garden, and offers tremendously flexible reception space, extending in total to 3,961 sq ft (368 sq m). Throughout, the property has been well considered in its finish with the majority of the rooms benefitting from excellently crafted built in storage. Situated about 1 mile to the west of the heart of the city centre, Fuller Way is a small cul-de-sac situated off Storey's Way, one of the most highly regarded roads in Cambridge characterized by substantial houses in large gardens. It is conveniently placed for many of the colleges and University departments and is within easy walking distance of St John's College School and King's College School in nearby Grange Road and West Road. The city provides an attractive combination of ancient and modern buildings, colleges, winding lanes, excellent shopping facilities and the tree lined River Cam. It has also become a 'high-tech' and 'bio-tech' hub with the University Research and Development Laboratories and internationally renowned Cambridge Science Park, within 1 mile and 2.5 miles of the property respectively. Addenbrooke's Hospital/Biomedical Campus, planned to be one of the largest centres of health, science and medical research in the world, is about 4 miles. London commuters are also well served with a mainline railway station about 2 miles (services to King's Cross and Liverpool Street in about 52 minutes and 67 minutes respectively) and the M11 (Junction 13) is about 1 mile, providing access to Stansted Airport and the M25. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i69434198
QUOTE GH0600Situated along the southern bank of the river Ouse in Cambridgeshire, Hemingford Abbots is a beautiful, peaceful village approximately 3 miles east of Huntingdon.Whether you're seeking solitude and tranquillity, or the warmth and energy of a close-knit community, Thatched Cottage has it all. The large driveway is well-maintained and creates a very positive first impression. This valuable feature offers parking for multiple cars as well as accommodating guests.With over 10,000 sq ft of accommodation including SIX SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, Thatched Cottage is a great choice for those looking for a comfortable and stylish home, and also offers fantastic potential for those seeking duel/multi-generational living. Whether you are in need of a private space for a family member or a live-in nanny, this home can easily accommodate your requirements.ENTRANCEThis magnificent home greets you with soaring high ceilings and the majestic grandeur of a sweeping staircase and the huge floor-to-ceiling windows. The working open fire which shares this space adds warmth as you enjoy the enjoying views of the gardens beyond. omfort that is truly memorable.Whether you're lounging in the formal SITTING ROOM, preparing meals in the large KITCHEN DINER which has a SNUG ROOM attached, or resting in one of the SIX SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, you'll be surrounded by this same sense of light and openness. In addition, the BASEMENT provides fantastic additional space away from the main accommodation. The FAMILY ROOM could easily be converted into the perfect CINEMA or SNOOKER ROOM, or perhaps a huge PLAY/ GAMES ROOM with doors out to the garden. This would make the ultimate entertainment zone , perfect for entertaining family and guests or simply to keep the children busy in school holidays. The BASEMENT also offers a large LAUNDRY ROOM, a really handy walk-in STORE ROOM, and a WINE ROOM.KITCHENThe large open-plan LIVING DINING BREAKFAST KITCHEN is notable highlight and offers plenty of space for cooking and dining. A large island offers a great space for meal preparation and entertaining and a valuable feature for those who like to gather and socialise in the KITCHEN.The SNUG ROOM is a natural walk-through from the KITCHEN area. It is a cosy and comfortable space enjoying a working open fireplace. It is a perfect setting for relaxing and unwinding and a room for those who value a homey atmosphere and enjoy spending time indoors.The two rooms combined are incredibly functional and an advantage to those who like practicality and efficiency in their home's layout.SWIMMING POOL AND LEISURE SUITEFor those who like to entertain or enjoy home comforts to relax and exercise - this house is an absolute dream come true. With its amazing INDOOR SWIMMING POOL, changing facilities and shower, you can easily take a dip and then freshen up without ever having to leave your private premises. Doors in the POOL ROOM offer seamless indoor-outdoor living, connecting you to the stunning gardens and patio area. With ample space for many people, you can entertain guests and loved ones with ease.FORMAL SITTING ROOMSThe THREE RECEPTION ROOMS on the ground floor are grand and luxurious. The large open fireplaces that furnish two of the rooms and the high ceilings create a sense of elegance and warmth. The large windows and doors leading directly out to the gardens provide beautiful views and an abundance of natural light. These rooms can provide many different uses and are great spaces for both entertaining and relaxation.FIRST FLOORThe beautiful, large landing area is bathed in light from the floor to ceiling windows next to the staircase. Soft furnishings add luxurious touches to the vast space.MASTER BEDROOMThe MASTER BEDROOM is impressive in size and is filled with tasteful furnishings. It offers a separate DRESSING ROOM complete with floor-to-ceiling wardrobes and EN-SUITE with a shower and freestanding roll top bath.There are THREE further DOUBLE BEDROOMS, including a GUEST BEDROOM with fitted wardrobes and a FULL EN-SUITE comprising a four-piece suite. There is an additional FAMILY BATHROOM and a separate SHOWER ROOM.All of the bedrooms are spacious and light with decorous furnishings and beautiful views of the gardens.SECOND FLOORWith the added benefit of a second staircase giving access to the top floor, which is just as beautiful in presentation and appearance as the rest of the house, this floor could easily be used as an ANNEXE for multi-generational living or as separate accommodation for an au-pair or carer.With TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS and a four-piece BATHROOM, it has been suggested that the largest bedroom 18'10" x 16'7" could be used as a LIVING ROOM.THE GARDENSThe gardens of approximately two acres are a haven of peace and tranquillity that offer complete privacy and is separated into various zones - including more formal areas, and a large patio area that is ideal for summer gatherings. CONCLUSIONIt's this unique combination of versatility and comfort that makes this property truly special. No matter who you are or what your needs may be, you'll find that this house has something to offer.THE VILLAGEThe village is peaceful and very pretty. There is a public house 'The Axe and Compass' which is a great favourite with the locals and serves traditional British pub food.The pub is situated in a thatched 15th-century house and enjoys picturesque views of the surrounding area from its garden. The 'Axe and Compass' is also dog friendly, which will be much-welcomed news for anyone who enjoys a spot of pub lunch after a dog walk or just a great place for meeting other members of the community. KEY INFORMATIONProperty Type DetachedBedrooms 6Council Tax Band HSquare footage 10,258 (approximately)EPC Rating DAge 1996 TBCLast sold date 1995Title Number CB183438Plot size 1.97 acresHeating OilTenure FreeholdWalls Timber FrameLOCAL AREALocal Authority HuntingdonshireFlood Risk River & Seas Very lowFlood Risk surface water MediumConservation Area YesCONNECTIVITYEstimated broadband speeds:Standard 2 mbpsSuperfast 50 mbpsUltrafast 1000 mbpsCable/Satellite TV availabilityBT YesSky YesMobile Signals (based on calls indoors)Ee Amber3 (Three) AmberO2 AmberVodafone Amber Green - Likely to have good coverage. Amber - You may experience some problems. Red - You should not expect to receive a signal. SCHOOLSPrimary Houghton Primary School 0.56 milesHemingford Grey Primary School 1.36 milesWyton on the Hill Community Primary School 1.40 milesSecondarySwavesey Village College milesSt Ivo Academy 1.83 milesTRANSPORT (NATIONAL)National Rail StationsHuntingdon 2.73 milesSt Neots 8.23 milesTrunk Roads/MotorwaysA1 (M) J13 5.96 milesA1 (M) J14 6.37 milesA1 (M) J15 9.39milesM11 J14 10.42 milesM11 J13 11.7 milesAirports/HelipadsCambridge Airport 15.07 milesStansted airport 34.3 milesLuton Airport 32.6 milesLondon City 57.36 milesTRANSPORT (LOCAL)Bus stopsChurch Lane 0.41 milesWare Lane 0.64 milesThe Clock Tower 0.62 miles10 year history of average house prices by property type in CB25Detached +83.95 %Semi-Detached +81.72%Terraced +74.33% VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS:By appointment only. Call or text Gavin Human during or after office hours. REMOTE VIEWING TOUR:Traditional property viewings are still vital when it comes to finding the right house. However, making these arrangements can be tricky and complicated, juggling work and home life commitments, or simply finding enough time if moving into a new area and traveling some distance.Booking a Remote Viewing Tour puts YOU firmly in control. Arrange a day and time that is convenient for you to "look around" and I will be at the property at the appointed time to walk you around the house using WhatsApp or Facetime. The Viewing Tour can be as quick or as long as you like, making sure you have a good look round, focussing on the rooms that are important to you. This will hopefully help you decide to arrange an in person viewing at a later date.HAVE YOU GOT A HOUSE TO SELL:If you are thinking of moving and have yet to put your house on the market, or if you are on with another estate agent and have yet to find a buyer, I would welcome the opportunity of sharing my 30 years of estate agency experience with you. Please call Gavin Human for a free, confidential valuation and marketing review with no obligation. PLEASE NOTE -Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government License v3.0. The information contained within this report is for general information purposes and to act as a guide. Sprift Technologies aggregate this date from a wide variety of sources and while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, of the information or related graphics contained within this report for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this report. 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Nestled in a highly desirable sought-after location, this contemporary home offers approximately 8,500 square feet of living space.Upon arrival, brick-pillared powered gates open onto the driveway, unveiling the front facade adorned with a portico and stone columns, triple garage with annexe above. Stepping into the expansive entrance hall with a central glazed feature staircase, the luxurious marble flooring leads you to various reception rooms, including a cinema room, lounge, kitchen Family room and study, each designed for comfort and functionality.The property features a beautiful bespoke kitchen breakfast living room with sliding doors opening to the south facing garden, providing picturesque views of the countryside. The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances, including two Gaggenau ovens and two warming drawers, a dual-zone wine cabinet/cooler, two dishwashers, a tall larder fridge, bottle fridge and a separate freezer. Adjacent is the dining room, boasting panelled walls and pendant lights.With a dedicated cinema and home automation, lighting and audio-visual entertainment have been seamlessly incorporated throughout.Upstairs, five bedroom suites await, with bespoke fitted furniture throughout. The principal suite offering bespoke fitted large dressing area, seating area, and a spacious ensuite with a freestanding bath. Doors from the principal bedroom open onto a roof terrace with expansive views.On the lower level, you'll find a generously sized gym with a wet room and changing room, as well as a swimming pool with a separate jacuzzi. Sliding doors provide access to the rear garden, seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor living spaces.With its blend of contemporary design and practical amenities, along with Control 4 automation this home offers a comfortable and stylish lifestyle.Village informationThe Hemingfords (Abbots and Grey) are situated along the banks of the River Great Ouse and are well-known as a very picturesque and sought-after Cambridgeshire village. Much of the villages are in a Conservation Area with many thatched cottages and barns and other architecturally important buildings such as the Grade I listed church with its spire being a landmark for miles around the Ouse valley. Hemingford Abbots has excellent facilities: across the road from the "Axe & Compass" pub is the purpose-built Village Hall and playing field. The playing field with open grassland is equipped with modern children's play equipment. The village shares many facilities with neighbouring Hemingford Grey: village shop, post office, primary school and sports pitches and the award winning "Cock" pub. Between the two villages there are a variety of clubs, societies and activities such as the annual Regatta and biennial Flower Festival. TransportThe Hemingfords' sit between the towns of Huntingdon and St Ives where a wider selection of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities are available. The newly modified A14 provides quick and easy access into Cambridge and links to the A1, M11 and the national motorway network. Huntingdon has a railway station, approx. 10 minutes' drive away, with fast trains into London King's Cross in approx. 50 minutes and links to the North via Peterborough whilst St Ives offers the Guided Busway service to the Cambridge Science Park and city centre. EducationThere is a good selection of primary schools within 1-1.5 miles including: Hemingford Grey Primary. There are also several well-regarded secondary schools in the neighbouring towns such as Hinchingbrooke school in Huntingdon and St Ivo Academy in St Ives. Independent schools in Cambridge and Kimbolton are also within easy reach.Agents NotesTenure: FreeholdYear Built: 2000EPC: BLocal Authority: Huntingdon District Council Council Tax Band: H IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum of six months, with the exception of short term accommodation. A security deposit of at least one month's rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant's responsibility to insure any personal possessions.BUYERS INFORMATIONTo conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £60 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.REFERRAL FEESWe may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Thomas Morris For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_huntingdon-d196477/for-sale_i70079233
Modernised 1930s house with outstanding private gardens on one of the most sought after roads in Cambridge Description47 Barrow Road is a 1930s Arts & Crafts house that has been sympathetically restored and extended including, but not limited to, a re-wiring and re-plumbing in 2011 and 2015, by the current owners. The current owners further enhanced their home, which can be seen in greater detail on the attached floorplan, with high quality Velfac windows (including the glazed doors) throughout. The property, which sits well in a delightful wide plot measuring approximately 0.56 acres, is in a popular south of City road and constructed of brick elevations beneath a clay tiled roof.The house is entered through a green panelled front door which opens into a wide hallway with hardwood floors which flow through most of the ground floor. Ahead, the family room leads into an exceptional reception room with vaulted ceilings and glazed doors and windows looking out on to the garden. There is a well-appointed study to one side and to the left of the hall is a good size utility room that opens into the garage. To the right an exceptional kitchen/breakfast/dining room (running from the front to the back of the house) with Corian tops (including a breakfast bar), modern shaker style floor and wall mounted units, a Wolf gas hob, Miele oven, freestanding American style fridge, and Siemens dishwasher. The triple aspect room has ample space for a large table and chairs and a further seating area around a gas fireplace. A WC completes the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs there are five good size double bedrooms with three bathrooms. The main bedroom has views over the rear garden and woodland copse beyond, a walk-in wardrobe and en suite bathroom with a walk in shower and Hans Grohe fittings. Outside the property is approached from a wide gravelled driveway that leads to the front door and garage with an electronic roller door. There is access to the garden on the right hand side. To the rear of the property the garden has two well-proportioned studio rooms which could be used as home office/gym or under their current guise of art studio and workshop. A large terrace surrounds the rear and side of the house and leads out to a large lawn interspersed with numerous mature trees and shrubs and, uniquely, has Vicar's brook flowing through the rear of the garden.LocationBarrow Road is situated in the south side of the University city of Cambridge, just 3.2 miles (approximately) from the city centre. There is a wide range of cultural and recreational amenities within the city, including The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge University Botanic Garden and Kettle's Yard. There is punting available on the river Cam and various green spaces around the city including Grantchester Meadows, Coe Fen and Midsummer Common. Kingsway Cambridge Golf Course and Latham Road playing fields are just 0.9 miles away, and the Cambridge University Botanic Garden (which covers an entire 40 acres and holds over 8,000 species of plants) is also 0.9 miles away.Cambridge has also become recognised as an important centre for the high tech and bio-tech industries with the University Research and Development Laboratories, Science Park, ARM, Microsoft, AstraZeneca and Addenbrooke's Hospital/Biomedical Campus. For shopping there is a popular busy daily market in Cambridge Market Square and further facilities can be found at The Grafton Centre and Grand Arcade shopping malls in central Cambridge. For everyday groceries, there is a Waitrose in nearby Trumpington, located 1.3 miles away. Cambridge railway station is 1.8 miles away with regular services into London Liverpool Street and Kings Cross and journeys taking from 50 minutes, as well as Stansted and Gatwick Airports. Cambridge is well connected for the A14, A10 and M11 which in turn leads to access down to the south towards London and Stansted. Schools for all ages groups in Cambridge centre in both state and independent sectors including The Leys, The Perse, The Stephen Perse Foundation. For college students, Long and Hills Road sixth form colleges are 0.7 and 1.5 miles respectively.All distances and times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,149 sq ft Acreage: 0.56 Acres Additional InfoPlease note the external shots were taken in May 2023. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i67905778
Refurbished country house in about 2.12 acres with excellent communication routes. DescriptionThe Grange, also known as The Grange Manor House, at Lolworth is a substantial and exceptional detached Victorian property with 9985 sq ft of accommodation, built in the latter part of the 19th century of yellow brick elevations beneath a patterned tiled roof. The property is Grade II Listed and situated virtually central to its plot and surrounded by beautiful gardens containing a wide range of specimen trees.Central to the house is the impressive double height vaulted reception hall with a beautiful tessellated floor laid by Maw & Co, detailed ceiling and cornicing, and a fine staircase rising to a galleried landing. To the south is an elegant drawing room with oak herringbone laid floors and a substantial Italian marble fireplace with two pairs of French doors that lead to a loggia and enjoys views to the gardens. Adjacent to this room is the music room with intricate ceiling cornicing and detailing with deep square bay sash windows and an ornate marble fireplace.There is a refitted kitchen/breakfast room with walnut fronted cabinets and Corian work surfaces with a cream 4 oven Aga with breakfast room beyond. Overlooking the rear gardens is a beautifully proportioned dining room with a fireplace and lime washed floor boards. Facing the east gardens is a superb gym with facilities including both steam and infrared saunas and a shower room. The accommodation has high ceilings throughout and is shown in greater detail in the attached floor plans. It is unusual to find a period house with so many original features retained yet with modern facilities including an integral music system on the ground floor, a bespoke designed kitchen and modern fitted bathrooms.The property is approached over a private drive with a right of way granted to two neighbouring properties and Grange Farm. The driveway passes through brick pillars with white panelled gates which open to a large gravelled drive to the front lawn and the house. There are many mature trees including Cedar of Lebanon, Redwood, Copper Beech, Judas Trees, many varieties of Maple and a row of pollarded Lime Trees. The gardens are beautifully maintained by the current owners. There is a 40' x 20' heated swimming pool within a private garden surrounded by tall yew hedges with a summer house including kitchen and also a pool house. There is a fruit orchard and a hard tennis court. To the side is garaging for three cars including a modern triple garage (10.6m x 6.7m), extensive gravelled parking area and a large greenhouse.LocationThe property is situated just 7½ miles north west of the high tech City of Cambridge in the small rural village of Lolworth. Lolworth is accessed from the A14 westbound carriageway (Bar Hill exit) or via the new road from the Girton end of Huntingdon Road in Cambridge. There are comprehensive shopping facilities in nearby Bar Hill including a Tesco Extra Superstore. The A14 continues north to the A1, M1 and M6. And south to the M11. Train services are available from Cambridge North (9.5 miles) via Cambridge to both King's Cross and Liverpool Street stations.To the south east is the high tech University City of Cambridge with comprehensive shopping, recreational and cultural facilities together with a range of renowned independent schools. Local schooling is at Elsworth (primary) and Swavesey Village College.(all distances and times are approximate)Square Footage: 9,985 sq ft Additional InfoPump House 2.6m x 2.9mSummer House 6.2m x 3.9mPending EPC For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i69278690
Aspen House was built by Fairfield Homes and subsequently won an award in 2017 as the single building development of the year. Since then the present vendor has extended and modified throughout to exacting standards, resulting in a home that offers wonderful versatility for multigenerational living arrangements. All in a modern contemporary style boasting underfloor heating across the ground floor as wells as Mitsubishi Zen air conditioners in the bedrooms, kitchen and living room. A particular feature is the magnificent reception hall, with a bespoke helical staircase finished in walnut, which hugs the curvature of the wall.The hub of the house is the kitchen/dining room, fitted with a range of wall and base cabinetry with granite worktop. There is a Rangemaster cooker and oven inset to the chimney breast, Neff integrated fridge and freezer, central island below a feature vaulted ceiling. The dining area gives access to a covered terrace onto the garden. There are a number of useful reception rooms which include a well-proportioned games room with direct access to the garage, delightful music room with garden views and immaculate living room with access to the Orangery. A further study/bedroom 5 with en suite and utility room, as well as a side entrance offering self-contained annexe potential.A generous galleried landing gives access to 5 double bedrooms all with modern ensuite shower/ bathrooms and a choice of 2 principal bedrooms with dressing areas. One offering a covered balcony overlooking the rear garden. The staircase leads to the 2nd floor with extensive storage space and potential for further bedroom accommodation.There is a lift to the first floor, which enables multi-generational living.OutsideThe current owner has done extensive landscaping at the front and back, creating an impressive lawn measuring over 600 sq meters. More than 30 carefully chosen and imported trees and 100+ flowers were meticulously placed to create a mature garden with dazzling colours in all four seasons. The frontage has been comprehensively blocked paved offering extensive off road parking for numerous vehicles and access to a double garage with automatic doors and plenty of storage space with fire-proofing doors. There is also an outdoor flashlight basketball court with playing surface, adjustable basketball hoop and a garden shed with electricity.At the bottom of the garden is a state-of-the-art 12m x 4m indoor pool complex with varying depth from 1.3m to 1.6m constructed by the award-winning Origin Leisure, which comes with a custom-built jacuzzi with power jets, automatic pool cover, automatic dozing systems coupled with the latest UV light technology, total temperature control, waterproof 55 inch TV with surrounding Yamaha audio system, a stand-in shower. Beyond is the air-conditioned extension room, with a Norwegian infra-red Sauna, robotic full tennis table and leisure area.The linked changing room with underfloor heating leads to a fully functioning treatment/ massage room with adjustable electronic massage table. There is also an airconditioned gym with full-length dance mirror, latest multi-functional gym machines, an exercise bike, a configurable weight sets, two TVs and a full-ensuite bathroom with immersion heating system.Automatic Irrigation System: the grounds come with the state-of-the-art Hydrawise automatic and pressurised sprinkler irrigation system controllable by an App covering both the lawn and flower beds.Connectivity: Optic fiber broadband with download speed up to 1GB, Wi-Fi throughout with industry-grade Ethernet sockets and Wi-Fi routers covering the entire indoor gym and pool area.Security: Secured gates on either side with flash lights; 6 high-spec Google Nest cameras, accessible via mobile App, strategically placed to cover the entire ground and ensure security. Private Road: Maintained by Kings Mill Lane Resident Association with no on-street parking to ensure privacy and exclusivity.Great Shelford is a sought after village located approximately 4 miles to the south of Cambridge. The village benefits from a range of facilities including primary school, health centre, recreation ground, library, church and a range of shops including supermarket, bakery, chemist and butcher. Ideally placed for commuters into Cambridge and London via the villages train station, also with easy access to the M11 linking to the A14 and M25. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cambridge-d196527/for-sale_i70886392
Grade II listed Georgian Manor House with mature, private gardens in a desirable location. DescriptionWimbish Manor is a handsome detached property with a symmetrical front elevation and central Roman Doric portico. Approached via a private drive, it is tucked away and sits within mature gardens and grounds. The principal elevation is a classic early-Georgian facade of patterned red and burnt brickwork with a crenelated parapet and a matching bay window. The property is understood to have been remodelled in the early 18th and mid-19th centuries with some additions to the side and rear. The period features include oriel and sash windows, open fireplaces, intricate cornicing, picture rails and dado rails, panelled doors. There are also exposed timbers in the earlier part of the house. This is a fantastic family house which has been sensitively upgraded to provide modern living spaces which includes the installation of high-tech telecom, sound and media systems. The ground floor flows from the entrance hall with its period door furniture, oak flooring and principal staircase (and cellar access). To the left is the drawing room with bay window, a painted, working fireplace and glazed display cupboards. This leads directly to the dining room with a reinstated fireplace, twin French doors to side terrace and two pocket doors to the music room, also with French doors. Adjoining is a cloakroom behind a hidden door and a side lobby with curved wall leading to the back stairs, the drawing room, the utility (with an ornamental water pump) and adjoining laundry room (both with garden access) as well as the kitchen. The open-plan kitchen offers a range of cupboards, drawers and a large corner fridge. A gas-fired Aga and underfloor heating for the stone flooring creates a warmth that compliments the sunlight provided by two sets of French doors. The kitchen units are bespoke with some attractive curved details and many of the panels are made of catspaw/pippy oak. There are granite worktops and a large central island with a circular sink area at each end, one with a boiling water zip tap and the other with a waste disposal unit. Appliances include two dishwashers, an electric oven and hob. Completing the space, there is a sitting area with TV/workstation storage and a conservatory/dining area with glazed lantern roof with two sets of French doors to the rear terrace. Beyond is the side hall with cloaks and leads to a study with extensive bookshelves, storage and window seats. This contrasts with an impressive games room suite that offers surround sound speakers and double French doors with electric curtains and blinds, a cloakroom, and plant room. This sits removed from the formal entertaining spaces, making it an ideal space for children or teenagers. Returning to the older part of the house leads to a part-panelled snug/sitting room with gas coal-effect fire and arched shelved recess, completing the ground floor accommodation.On the first floor there are four bedroom suites, the principal of which boasts a fireplace and storage and leads through a fan-lighted arch to the dressing room with fitted wardrobes and dressing table. There is an en suite bathroom with WC and jacuzzi bath. The three double bedrooms on this floor each offer considerable space and privacy. On the second floor there are two more double rooms, a family bathroom and INDEPENDENT FLAT of sitting room, kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom with direct access to the back stairs.The private drive leads to a detached TRIPLE GARAGE with parking area. There is a sweeping drive to the front of the house with central bed and considerable further parking. The grounds are a stunning feature of the property and benefits from mature, specimen trees and two walled gardens. The nurtured gardens includes the raised rear terrace and an adjacent knot garden with box and lavender edging and geometric reflecting pool. There are broad lawns, a stream, a rustic pond, fountain, and various sheds/summer house. There is a well-sheltered hard TENNIS COURT. The SWIMMING POOL sits in one of the walled gardens with an adjacent POOL HOUSE/GYM, an ideal outside entertaining space as it is fitted with oven, fridge/freezer, sink and twin changing rooms with showers and WCs. In all about 2.531 acres.LocationShepreth is approximately 8 miles from the university city of Cambridge and 6 miles from the market town of Royston, which provides regular services into Kings Cross with journeys from 35 minutes. The village is home to a village hall, recreation ground and Shepreth Wildlife Park. For shopping, Royston offers various everyday shopping options including an Aldi, M&S and Tesco Extra supermarket, as well as leisure and recreational activities at Royston Leisure Centre. Cambridge also provides a vast array of cultural amenities, as well as a busy daily market and shopping malls Grand Arcade and The Grafton Centre.For sporting, there is a football club in Royston 5.3 miles away and Royston Leisure Centre which has a fully equipped gym and swimming pool. Therfield Heath, a nature reserve, also offers various walking and hiking routes.Shepreth benefits from a train station with services to Cambridge in 14 minutes and London Kings Cross from 50 minutes. The A10 passes to the west of the village providing direct access to M11 (Junction 11) and the A505 on the outskirts of Royston.For schooling, there is a primary and secondary school at Melbourn and Barrington including Barrington CofE VC Primary School and Melbourn Village College. Alternatively, Cambridge offers a wide array of independent schooling for all ages including The Perse, St Faiths and many more, as well as sixth form colleges Hills and Long Road.(all distances and times are approximate)Square Footage: 7,217 sq ft Acreage: 2.53 Acres Additional InfoNOTE: There is a sunken rainwater tank (and a bore hole with sump pump to additionally feed it) beneath the box hedging and two electric car charging points (one is three-phase) For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_royston-d538997/for-sale_i69991575
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