House For Sale £1,200,000
Located in the very heart of this highly sought after and well served village, Crown House is one of the high street’s signature homes. The renowned Kimbolton School is within walking distance alongside a variety of services.
A solid wood door with decorative fan light above opens onto the entrance hall. A double height void with galleried walk way and first floor window makes for an impressive entrance, setting the tone for the rest of the accommodation and garden. The entrance hall has been finished with reclaimed oak flooring. The drawing room is accessed via double doors and boasts three sash windows and a splendid brick fireplace with a solid oak mantle and stone hearth.
The heart of this home is its open plan kitchen living dining room; a versatile space ideal for entertaining and daily life and is rarely found in a period town house. The dining area seats 10 with ease, reclaimed oak flooring and exposed beams continue into the living space set around a brick-built fireplace with multifuel burner. A skylight above and bifold doors to the rear garden open the space onto the rear garden and flood it with natural light. The kitchen breakfast area has been fitted with a hand built kitchen, central island and oak work surfaces. An Elan range cooker, walk in larder and tiled floor ensures practicality while French doors to the rear garden encourages alfresco dining. A bar area completes the open plan space.
The former shop with accompanying office is now a superb study but could be utilised as a further reception room or hobby room. It would also be ideal for those who work from home or run their own business. There is also a games room/snug and cloakroom on the ground floor.
Two staircases rise to the first and second floor. The first floor landing with access to the roof terrace and galleried walk way allows access to four double bedrooms, bedroom two is particularly special with an exposed brick fireplace. The first floor has two family bathrooms sharing a cleverly designed walk in shower. The flexible layout allows the smaller family bathroom to be privately used by one of the bedrooms.
The majority of the second floor is utilised by the principal bedroom with a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, exposed floorboards and a luxurious open plan en-suite. There are two further bedrooms on this floor which are currently being used as dressing rooms for the principal bedroom.
Outside, the rear walled garden is very private with wonderful views over the Grade I listed St Andrews Church. The garden has been designed as a low maintenance courtyard laid with York stone and has plenty of sitting and dining areas. There is also a wooden shed which houses a recently installed wood pellet boiler and hopper providing central heating and hot water.
Kimbolton offers the best of both, a pretty community surrounded by countrywide with excellent amenities and transport links. There are two pubs, both with restaurants, butchers, café, chemist, doctors and post office. A small Budgens has opened increasing the retail options. Independent schooling is close by with further options in nearby Bedford. St Neots is a short drive with additional facilities including a mainline train station with fast commuter services into London.
Seller Insight
Dating back to the 16th century, Crown House is a beautiful and very spacious Grade II listed townhouse that occupies an enviable location in the heart of Kimbolton, just a stone’s throw from the highly sought-after Kimbolton School. “We’ve owned the property for almost twenty years now, and for me the initial attraction was definitely the size of the house, ” says the owner. “Having three children, two of whom were at the Kimbolton School and the little one at Overhills Primary, it meant there was plenty of room for us to have our own space but also be together. I was also very taken with the location, which is really quite unique. The high street is very special and particularly pretty with all the coloured houses, and Crown House is probably one of the largest. We benefit from not only having a fabulous school on the doorstep but also a wide range of little shops, including a butcher, bakers, coffee shops, a gorgeous flower shop and a well-stocked Budgens – we even have a shop in the front of the house should someone wish to use it as such; I currently use it as my workshop.”
“The house was definitely in need of cosmetic renovation when we bought it, so we gutted the 1960s-style decor and opened up the layout. Initially we replaced all the bathrooms and completely rewired the property and paved the garden, but over subsequent years we’ve also installed a new kitchen, new floors, new windows, new roof lights, new bi-fold doors onto the garden, decorated throughout and installed a new pellet boiler. We’ve made it much more conducive to modern living, but it still retains features such as the exposed beams and timbers that give a nice little nod to its history.”
“Outside, the garden is completely enclosed, so it’s secluded and very secure. Whilst sitting out there you’re never aware of being on a high street as it is so quiet, and it attracts lots of wildlife, particularly birds. It’s been designed to be very low maintenance so it’s completely paved, but we’ve added lots of pots that create colour and interest all year round. It’s also a bit of a suntrap; during the summer we enjoy sun all day until about 7pm when it drops behind the house.”
“The hub of the home is the kitchen, hence we opened it up to be inclusive of the TV room and one of the dining areas. However, there is a front sitting room and a snug, which are both nice spaces to retreat to for a bit of peace and quiet.”
“Kimbolton is a wonderful place with so much history, but most importantly it’s a community. We have a superb array of shops and amenities on our doorstep, and two local pubs close by – we’ve had many a wonderful night in one of the hostelries, then slowly walked home! There are also some beautiful walks all around to the folly and lake opposite the school, and to the nearby villages of Pertenhall and Tilbrook through the back fields. We’re also just a twenty-minute drive from Rushden Lakes, forty minutes from Cambridge and Stansted Airport is under an hour away now that the new A14 is open.”
“One of the biggest attractions for families is without doubt the school, and having had two children there, the location of this house could not have been better. If I had to work late, I knew they were able to get home safely, and if there was a school trip we could walk to the coach, maybe even at midnight for a drop off or pick up, which was very convenient.”
“To conclude, we will never leave Kimbolton but we do feel it’s time to downsize, ” says the owner. “This wonderful house has been home to my children and I for twenty years and we have enjoyed every minute of it. However, as they leave the nest, we feel a new family is needed to fill these rooms.
Local information
Although one of the smallest towns in Cambridgeshire, Kimbolton was a very important market town during the medieval period and is probably most famous for its association with Katherine of Aragon who was imprisoned at Kimbolton Castle. Kimbolton is a quaint and charming place set in a rich wooded valley through which the River Kym runs. Its broad High Street is noted as one of the loveliest in England; dominated at one end by the Palladian castle/mansion of the Dukes of Manchester and at the other by the spire of the 13th century Parish Church of St Andrew. The town's wide High Street (originally the market place) boasts over 80 listed buildings. Now designated as a conservation area, it retains much of its original historical character. East Street, which runs parallel to the High Street, is also lined with many attractive older buildings.
Transport
Kimbolton has easy road access to the A1, A14 and A6 providing links into the national motorway network. St Neots, approx. 8 miles away, has a mainline train station which offers fast commuter train services into London in about 40 minutes.
Schools
Kimbolton has its own primary school and secondary schools are in St Neots, Bedford and Raunds. The renowned independent school, Kimbolton School, is close by and offers co-ed schooling from age 4 to 18.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 16th Century – Grade II Listed
EPC: Exempt
Local Authority: Huntingdon District Council
Council Tax Band: G
Section 21 notice: In accordance with section 21 of the Estate Agents Act, Thomas Morris Ltd is required to disclose that the owner of this property is a connected person with that company and are, therefore, disclosing an interest in the property prior to any negotiation.<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>FCY100132
A solid wood door with decorative fan light above opens onto the entrance hall. A double height void with galleried walk way and first floor window makes for an impressive entrance, setting the tone for the rest of the accommodation and garden. The entrance hall has been finished with reclaimed oak flooring. The drawing room is accessed via double doors and boasts three sash windows and a splendid brick fireplace with a solid oak mantle and stone hearth.
The heart of this home is its open plan kitchen living dining room; a versatile space ideal for entertaining and daily life and is rarely found in a period town house. The dining area seats 10 with ease, reclaimed oak flooring and exposed beams continue into the living space set around a brick-built fireplace with multifuel burner. A skylight above and bifold doors to the rear garden open the space onto the rear garden and flood it with natural light. The kitchen breakfast area has been fitted with a hand built kitchen, central island and oak work surfaces. An Elan range cooker, walk in larder and tiled floor ensures practicality while French doors to the rear garden encourages alfresco dining. A bar area completes the open plan space.
The former shop with accompanying office is now a superb study but could be utilised as a further reception room or hobby room. It would also be ideal for those who work from home or run their own business. There is also a games room/snug and cloakroom on the ground floor.
Two staircases rise to the first and second floor. The first floor landing with access to the roof terrace and galleried walk way allows access to four double bedrooms, bedroom two is particularly special with an exposed brick fireplace. The first floor has two family bathrooms sharing a cleverly designed walk in shower. The flexible layout allows the smaller family bathroom to be privately used by one of the bedrooms.
The majority of the second floor is utilised by the principal bedroom with a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, exposed floorboards and a luxurious open plan en-suite. There are two further bedrooms on this floor which are currently being used as dressing rooms for the principal bedroom.
Outside, the rear walled garden is very private with wonderful views over the Grade I listed St Andrews Church. The garden has been designed as a low maintenance courtyard laid with York stone and has plenty of sitting and dining areas. There is also a wooden shed which houses a recently installed wood pellet boiler and hopper providing central heating and hot water.
Kimbolton offers the best of both, a pretty community surrounded by countrywide with excellent amenities and transport links. There are two pubs, both with restaurants, butchers, café, chemist, doctors and post office. A small Budgens has opened increasing the retail options. Independent schooling is close by with further options in nearby Bedford. St Neots is a short drive with additional facilities including a mainline train station with fast commuter services into London.
Seller Insight
Dating back to the 16th century, Crown House is a beautiful and very spacious Grade II listed townhouse that occupies an enviable location in the heart of Kimbolton, just a stone’s throw from the highly sought-after Kimbolton School. “We’ve owned the property for almost twenty years now, and for me the initial attraction was definitely the size of the house, ” says the owner. “Having three children, two of whom were at the Kimbolton School and the little one at Overhills Primary, it meant there was plenty of room for us to have our own space but also be together. I was also very taken with the location, which is really quite unique. The high street is very special and particularly pretty with all the coloured houses, and Crown House is probably one of the largest. We benefit from not only having a fabulous school on the doorstep but also a wide range of little shops, including a butcher, bakers, coffee shops, a gorgeous flower shop and a well-stocked Budgens – we even have a shop in the front of the house should someone wish to use it as such; I currently use it as my workshop.”
“The house was definitely in need of cosmetic renovation when we bought it, so we gutted the 1960s-style decor and opened up the layout. Initially we replaced all the bathrooms and completely rewired the property and paved the garden, but over subsequent years we’ve also installed a new kitchen, new floors, new windows, new roof lights, new bi-fold doors onto the garden, decorated throughout and installed a new pellet boiler. We’ve made it much more conducive to modern living, but it still retains features such as the exposed beams and timbers that give a nice little nod to its history.”
“Outside, the garden is completely enclosed, so it’s secluded and very secure. Whilst sitting out there you’re never aware of being on a high street as it is so quiet, and it attracts lots of wildlife, particularly birds. It’s been designed to be very low maintenance so it’s completely paved, but we’ve added lots of pots that create colour and interest all year round. It’s also a bit of a suntrap; during the summer we enjoy sun all day until about 7pm when it drops behind the house.”
“The hub of the home is the kitchen, hence we opened it up to be inclusive of the TV room and one of the dining areas. However, there is a front sitting room and a snug, which are both nice spaces to retreat to for a bit of peace and quiet.”
“Kimbolton is a wonderful place with so much history, but most importantly it’s a community. We have a superb array of shops and amenities on our doorstep, and two local pubs close by – we’ve had many a wonderful night in one of the hostelries, then slowly walked home! There are also some beautiful walks all around to the folly and lake opposite the school, and to the nearby villages of Pertenhall and Tilbrook through the back fields. We’re also just a twenty-minute drive from Rushden Lakes, forty minutes from Cambridge and Stansted Airport is under an hour away now that the new A14 is open.”
“One of the biggest attractions for families is without doubt the school, and having had two children there, the location of this house could not have been better. If I had to work late, I knew they were able to get home safely, and if there was a school trip we could walk to the coach, maybe even at midnight for a drop off or pick up, which was very convenient.”
“To conclude, we will never leave Kimbolton but we do feel it’s time to downsize, ” says the owner. “This wonderful house has been home to my children and I for twenty years and we have enjoyed every minute of it. However, as they leave the nest, we feel a new family is needed to fill these rooms.
Local information
Although one of the smallest towns in Cambridgeshire, Kimbolton was a very important market town during the medieval period and is probably most famous for its association with Katherine of Aragon who was imprisoned at Kimbolton Castle. Kimbolton is a quaint and charming place set in a rich wooded valley through which the River Kym runs. Its broad High Street is noted as one of the loveliest in England; dominated at one end by the Palladian castle/mansion of the Dukes of Manchester and at the other by the spire of the 13th century Parish Church of St Andrew. The town's wide High Street (originally the market place) boasts over 80 listed buildings. Now designated as a conservation area, it retains much of its original historical character. East Street, which runs parallel to the High Street, is also lined with many attractive older buildings.
Transport
Kimbolton has easy road access to the A1, A14 and A6 providing links into the national motorway network. St Neots, approx. 8 miles away, has a mainline train station which offers fast commuter train services into London in about 40 minutes.
Schools
Kimbolton has its own primary school and secondary schools are in St Neots, Bedford and Raunds. The renowned independent school, Kimbolton School, is close by and offers co-ed schooling from age 4 to 18.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 16th Century – Grade II Listed
EPC: Exempt
Local Authority: Huntingdon District Council
Council Tax Band: G
Section 21 notice: In accordance with section 21 of the Estate Agents Act, Thomas Morris Ltd is required to disclose that the owner of this property is a connected person with that company and are, therefore, disclosing an interest in the property prior to any negotiation.<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>FCY100132
