House For Sale £1,000,000
Sat back form the road behind a picket fence this Grade II listed property combines the best of period and modern living. The current owners have much improved and extended this beautiful period home. The original thatch cottage, dating from the 17th century, has many character features such as exposed beams and brickwork, an open fireplace with exposed brick and timber bressummer and original brick floors. The original cottage area of the home comprises a kitchen breakfast room with Aga, a dual aspect dining room, two bedrooms and a ground floor shower room. The large bespoke oak conservatory links the cottage to the modern barn style extension with a spacious living room with an open brick fireplace and French doors opening to the garden. There is also a good size study with French doors to the garden and a laundry/cloakroom which is predisposed and designed for the installation of a sauna. A separate staircase from the living room leads up to the principal bedroom with a luxurious en-suite bathroom with marble tiling, electric underfloor heating and a combination Jacuzzi bath/shower. A second staircase leads to another two double bedrooms which share a contemporary shower room which also benefits from marble tiling and electric underfloor heating.
Outside, powered oak gates open onto a shared gravel drive which leads to the double garage (power, telephone and water connected). The garden wraps around three sides of the home and is mainly laid to lawn with an abundance of mature specimen trees and a children’s playhouse. There is a large block paved terrace with ample room for seating and dining which can be accessed from the living room, dining room and garden room.
The sought-after village of Ickwell with a beautiful village green at its centre is conveniently located offering excellent transport links to London via nearby Biggleswade train station.
Seller Insight
“Cherry Cottage is over 200 years old and we believe it was built in 1760. We are one of four thatched cottages here on this pretty road that is officially designated as an English Scenic Route. We enjoy playing our part in keeping the frontage nice and uniform with black picket fences and beautiful old trees, including yew and holly, ” say the owners.
“The village is small but everything we need is easily accessible in the surrounding area. We have a village green with a cricket pitch and maypole which is at the heart of the May Day celebrations. We also have some lovely walks along public pathways through the surrounding countryside where we quite often see 100-year-old planes passing overhead on their way to or from Old Warden Aerodrome. Vintage air displays are an integral part of summer here where it’s commonplace to see people dressed up and classic cars in the village to transport us back in time.”
“The cottage kitchen is a cosy place to spend time. It’s been completely refurbished and includes an aga and Belfast sink, as well as a custom-made bench and table. The room has beautiful views across the lake and of 200-year-old mature chestnut trees. We’ve been mindful of the character and history of the cottage whenever we’ve made changes, for example, the use of 150-year-old reclaimed bricks on top of the underfloor heating, perfectly blends old with new. The old barn has been completely rebuilt and is a modern living area linked to the old cottage by the oak conservatory. Our children have enjoyed using the barn as their own private space and it also has separate access, so it’s perfect for visitors too.”
“The garden is fenced off, so it’s great for children and dogs. The patio area is the perfect spot for drinks and meals with friends and there’s always something of interest to catch our eye, including red kites soaring overhead and muntjac deer who like to visit the garden at around 5am.”
“We moved here in 2003 and we’re only the latest in a long line of people and families who have lived here before us. We’re just another family in the relay as such and it feels like we’ve had our part to play, rather than having the final say. We’ve added our own personal touches and it’s time to move on and let another family be the new custodians and enjoy everything it has to offer.”
Village information
Ickwell is a very picturesque and quintessentially English village, complete with a cricket club (one of the oldest in Bedfordshire) and lots of footpaths and bridleways around the area, perfect for riders, dog walkers, joggers and ramblers alike. The village is dominated by the Ickwell Green with its cricket pitch and pavilion, maypole and war memorial. The annual Ickwell May Day Festival dates from the 16th century with games, competitions, country dancing and children dancing around the Maypole and, of course, the crowning of the May Queen.
Nearby Biggleswade has a variety of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants and a weekly market. The town is also well severed with several of the large supermarket chains plus additional brand shopping at the Retail Park on the outskirts of the town. For the more active, there is a sports and leisure centre and a wide selection of sports and leisure clubs for young and old.
Transport
Ickwell lies about 3.5 miles to the west of the market town of Biggleswade and about 10.5 miles south east of the county town of Bedford. With easy access to the A1(M) and the national motorway network it is convenient for access to Letchworth, Stevenage and Hatfield home to a variety of major employers in the area. For the London commuter, Biggleswade train station offers fast services into London King’s Cross in about 35 minutes and Thameslink also offers services through to Horsham via London St Pancras, London Bridge and Gatwick Airport.
Schools
There are several primary schools in the nearby villages of Northill, Caldecote, Southill and Moggerhanger. The nearest secondary schools are in Biggleswade and Sandy. There are also a number of well-regarded independent schools in Beford.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: Dates from 17th Century in part
EPC: Exempt – Grade II Listed
Local Authority: Central Bedfordshire Council
Council Tax Band: G
Planning permission has been obtained to convert the garage roof space into an office with south facing Velux windows.<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>FCY220119
Outside, powered oak gates open onto a shared gravel drive which leads to the double garage (power, telephone and water connected). The garden wraps around three sides of the home and is mainly laid to lawn with an abundance of mature specimen trees and a children’s playhouse. There is a large block paved terrace with ample room for seating and dining which can be accessed from the living room, dining room and garden room.
The sought-after village of Ickwell with a beautiful village green at its centre is conveniently located offering excellent transport links to London via nearby Biggleswade train station.
Seller Insight
“Cherry Cottage is over 200 years old and we believe it was built in 1760. We are one of four thatched cottages here on this pretty road that is officially designated as an English Scenic Route. We enjoy playing our part in keeping the frontage nice and uniform with black picket fences and beautiful old trees, including yew and holly, ” say the owners.
“The village is small but everything we need is easily accessible in the surrounding area. We have a village green with a cricket pitch and maypole which is at the heart of the May Day celebrations. We also have some lovely walks along public pathways through the surrounding countryside where we quite often see 100-year-old planes passing overhead on their way to or from Old Warden Aerodrome. Vintage air displays are an integral part of summer here where it’s commonplace to see people dressed up and classic cars in the village to transport us back in time.”
“The cottage kitchen is a cosy place to spend time. It’s been completely refurbished and includes an aga and Belfast sink, as well as a custom-made bench and table. The room has beautiful views across the lake and of 200-year-old mature chestnut trees. We’ve been mindful of the character and history of the cottage whenever we’ve made changes, for example, the use of 150-year-old reclaimed bricks on top of the underfloor heating, perfectly blends old with new. The old barn has been completely rebuilt and is a modern living area linked to the old cottage by the oak conservatory. Our children have enjoyed using the barn as their own private space and it also has separate access, so it’s perfect for visitors too.”
“The garden is fenced off, so it’s great for children and dogs. The patio area is the perfect spot for drinks and meals with friends and there’s always something of interest to catch our eye, including red kites soaring overhead and muntjac deer who like to visit the garden at around 5am.”
“We moved here in 2003 and we’re only the latest in a long line of people and families who have lived here before us. We’re just another family in the relay as such and it feels like we’ve had our part to play, rather than having the final say. We’ve added our own personal touches and it’s time to move on and let another family be the new custodians and enjoy everything it has to offer.”
Village information
Ickwell is a very picturesque and quintessentially English village, complete with a cricket club (one of the oldest in Bedfordshire) and lots of footpaths and bridleways around the area, perfect for riders, dog walkers, joggers and ramblers alike. The village is dominated by the Ickwell Green with its cricket pitch and pavilion, maypole and war memorial. The annual Ickwell May Day Festival dates from the 16th century with games, competitions, country dancing and children dancing around the Maypole and, of course, the crowning of the May Queen.
Nearby Biggleswade has a variety of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants and a weekly market. The town is also well severed with several of the large supermarket chains plus additional brand shopping at the Retail Park on the outskirts of the town. For the more active, there is a sports and leisure centre and a wide selection of sports and leisure clubs for young and old.
Transport
Ickwell lies about 3.5 miles to the west of the market town of Biggleswade and about 10.5 miles south east of the county town of Bedford. With easy access to the A1(M) and the national motorway network it is convenient for access to Letchworth, Stevenage and Hatfield home to a variety of major employers in the area. For the London commuter, Biggleswade train station offers fast services into London King’s Cross in about 35 minutes and Thameslink also offers services through to Horsham via London St Pancras, London Bridge and Gatwick Airport.
Schools
There are several primary schools in the nearby villages of Northill, Caldecote, Southill and Moggerhanger. The nearest secondary schools are in Biggleswade and Sandy. There are also a number of well-regarded independent schools in Beford.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: Dates from 17th Century in part
EPC: Exempt – Grade II Listed
Local Authority: Central Bedfordshire Council
Council Tax Band: G
Planning permission has been obtained to convert the garage roof space into an office with south facing Velux windows.<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>FCY220119
