House For Sale £985,000
This extended period home combines the best of character and modern convenience in a very private plot of approximately 0.3 of an acre.
The ground floor accommodation includes a drawing a room with wood burning stove and full height oak framed glazing looking out to the garden, a kitchen breakfast living room with central island, utility and Aga, an open plan living dining room with oak framed full height glazing with part vaulted ceiling and exposed brick and a study/snug.
There are five double bedrooms, four on the first floor including the principal bedroom with an en-suite and the family bathroom while the guest suite is located on the second floor and also benefits from an en-suite.
Outside the shared brick drive leads to the gated and private gravel driveway with ample parking. There is a very private south and west facing wrap around garden with an abundance of mature trees, large lawn areas and a summer house.
Seller Insight
“The walled garden and the village location was a huge attraction for us when we first viewed the property. We’re right in the heart of the village but the house is hidden away behind the beautiful old garden wall, so no one knows you’re there and it’s always quiet and peaceful, ” say the owners.
“The house was a wreck with plastic windows and falling down ceilings but it had so much potential and isn’t listed, so we knew that we could easily improve it. We took down the ceilings, replaced the windows, moved the stairs, and put in new electrics and plumbing. The house is completely renovated on the inside but we have kept and reinstated all the original character of the old cottage. We also added a beautiful retreat in the attic and then created a fabulous sitting/party room linking the house to the outbuilding.”
“Great Gransden is a very special village; it is a real community and we’ve made many lifelong friends here. The school is the real heart of the village, along with the friendly shop, Post Office, tennis club and church, and there are lots of social groups to be part of. The woods are beautiful all year round but particularly in spring when the bluebells are out. St Neots is a great little market town, whilst Cambridge has all the shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities that you could ever dream of, as well as a stunning university and world class schools.”
“The walled garden backs onto open countryside and it’s private and quiet. It’s full of beautiful big trees and hedges and it feels like we’re tucked away in our own little world. The summerhouse is perfect for kids to play in and the various patios are great spots for a glass of wine or dinner on a summers evening.”
“The property is ideal for day-to-day life and entertaining. The spacious sitting room is a fabulous place to host large dinner parties and we’ve enjoyed a sit-down dinner for 34 guests in there. The formal sitting room is perfect to cosy up on a cold winter’s afternoon with the log burner roaring, whilst the other large sitting room is a beautiful place to sit and look out at the garden with the doors open in the summer. It’s south facing, so it’s a real sun trap. The kitchen really is the heart of the home and the aga is my favourite thing as it’s beautiful to look at and it keeps the kitchen warm even in the coldest winters.”
Village information
If you love the idea of a quintessentially English village the popular and sought-after village of Great Gransden could be for you. Great Gransden is well known for its many attractive period homes and picturesque views. Surrounded by undulating countryside it is conveniently located for Cambridge, St Neots and Bedford. It has a thriving community with a primary school, playgroup and children's nursery, a new sports centre and sports fields with a pavilion, a playground with tennis and bowls facilities, plus a village shop and public house. St Neots, about 7.5 miles away, has a bustling high street, weekly market and a variety of sports and leisure facilities.
Transport
Great Gransden has easy access to the A428 St Neots/Cambridge route with links into the M11, A14 and A1(M) and the wider national motorway network. The nearby town of St Neots has a mainline station providing regular fast trains into London King’s Cross in about 40 minutes.
Schools
Great Gransden has its own primary school, Barnabas Oley CofE Primary, which is Ofsted rated “Outstanding”. For secondary education Cambourne Village College (3.5 miles) and Comberton Village College (6.5 miles) are also Ofsted rated “Outstanding”. Kimbolton School, an independent co-educational day and boarding school for students aged 4-18 is approx. 14.5 miles away. Cambridge (16.5 miles) has a number of highly sought-after independent primary and secondary schools including Kings College and The Perse.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: Circa 1890/1900
EPC: E
Council Tax Band: F<br /><br /> <b>Important Note to Purchasers:</b><br> We endeavour to make our sales 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. Any 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 measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.<br><br>FCY210109
The ground floor accommodation includes a drawing a room with wood burning stove and full height oak framed glazing looking out to the garden, a kitchen breakfast living room with central island, utility and Aga, an open plan living dining room with oak framed full height glazing with part vaulted ceiling and exposed brick and a study/snug.
There are five double bedrooms, four on the first floor including the principal bedroom with an en-suite and the family bathroom while the guest suite is located on the second floor and also benefits from an en-suite.
Outside the shared brick drive leads to the gated and private gravel driveway with ample parking. There is a very private south and west facing wrap around garden with an abundance of mature trees, large lawn areas and a summer house.
Seller Insight
“The walled garden and the village location was a huge attraction for us when we first viewed the property. We’re right in the heart of the village but the house is hidden away behind the beautiful old garden wall, so no one knows you’re there and it’s always quiet and peaceful, ” say the owners.
“The house was a wreck with plastic windows and falling down ceilings but it had so much potential and isn’t listed, so we knew that we could easily improve it. We took down the ceilings, replaced the windows, moved the stairs, and put in new electrics and plumbing. The house is completely renovated on the inside but we have kept and reinstated all the original character of the old cottage. We also added a beautiful retreat in the attic and then created a fabulous sitting/party room linking the house to the outbuilding.”
“Great Gransden is a very special village; it is a real community and we’ve made many lifelong friends here. The school is the real heart of the village, along with the friendly shop, Post Office, tennis club and church, and there are lots of social groups to be part of. The woods are beautiful all year round but particularly in spring when the bluebells are out. St Neots is a great little market town, whilst Cambridge has all the shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities that you could ever dream of, as well as a stunning university and world class schools.”
“The walled garden backs onto open countryside and it’s private and quiet. It’s full of beautiful big trees and hedges and it feels like we’re tucked away in our own little world. The summerhouse is perfect for kids to play in and the various patios are great spots for a glass of wine or dinner on a summers evening.”
“The property is ideal for day-to-day life and entertaining. The spacious sitting room is a fabulous place to host large dinner parties and we’ve enjoyed a sit-down dinner for 34 guests in there. The formal sitting room is perfect to cosy up on a cold winter’s afternoon with the log burner roaring, whilst the other large sitting room is a beautiful place to sit and look out at the garden with the doors open in the summer. It’s south facing, so it’s a real sun trap. The kitchen really is the heart of the home and the aga is my favourite thing as it’s beautiful to look at and it keeps the kitchen warm even in the coldest winters.”
Village information
If you love the idea of a quintessentially English village the popular and sought-after village of Great Gransden could be for you. Great Gransden is well known for its many attractive period homes and picturesque views. Surrounded by undulating countryside it is conveniently located for Cambridge, St Neots and Bedford. It has a thriving community with a primary school, playgroup and children's nursery, a new sports centre and sports fields with a pavilion, a playground with tennis and bowls facilities, plus a village shop and public house. St Neots, about 7.5 miles away, has a bustling high street, weekly market and a variety of sports and leisure facilities.
Transport
Great Gransden has easy access to the A428 St Neots/Cambridge route with links into the M11, A14 and A1(M) and the wider national motorway network. The nearby town of St Neots has a mainline station providing regular fast trains into London King’s Cross in about 40 minutes.
Schools
Great Gransden has its own primary school, Barnabas Oley CofE Primary, which is Ofsted rated “Outstanding”. For secondary education Cambourne Village College (3.5 miles) and Comberton Village College (6.5 miles) are also Ofsted rated “Outstanding”. Kimbolton School, an independent co-educational day and boarding school for students aged 4-18 is approx. 14.5 miles away. Cambridge (16.5 miles) has a number of highly sought-after independent primary and secondary schools including Kings College and The Perse.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: Circa 1890/1900
EPC: E
Council Tax Band: F<br /><br /> <b>Important Note to Purchasers:</b><br> We endeavour to make our sales 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. Any 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 measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.<br><br>FCY210109
