House For Sale £1,650,000
An elegant and substantial Georgian house in need of sympathetic updating, together with a coach house/former stables and delightful, mature gardens of just under an acre. The property provides versatile and well proportioned accommodation extending to about 3700 sqft and incorporates many unique features of character including high ceilings, sash windows and fine fireplaces.
Park House occupies a rather special and most desirable location in the heart of the village on the corner of the high street and Woodhall Lane and backs onto paddocks. The highly sought after South Cambridgeshire village of Balsham provides an excellent range of amenities, many of which are just a short walk away and include a store/post office, delicatessen/coffee shop, primary school, church, two inns and a recreation ground. The university city of Cambridge is just 10 miles away and for the commuter the village is well placed for access to the M11 motorway and the main line stations at Whittlesford, Audley End and Cambridge.
Entrance porch with outside light, pillars to either side of a panelled front entrance door to:
Entrance lobby with stone flooring, part panelling, high roof light and glazed door leading to:
Reception hall with a feature decorative former fireplace, feature panelled walls and decorative picture rail. Built-in storage cupboard understairs, natural wood style flooring, decorative archway leading to:
Inner hall with panelling to walls, decorative picture rail, staircase off to first floor, built-in cloaks/storage cupboard and door off to:
Cloakroom with low level w.c. And wash hand basin with splashback, double radiator, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to front aspect.
Sitting room with a feature Adam style open fireplace with marble surround and decorative side and mantel, high ceilings with moulded cornices and sliding sash windows to rear aspect and feature full height bay to side aspect overlooking the gardens with a pair of glazed doors leading to the paved terrace, two double radiators, recess to side of fireplace with fitted storage cupboard and shelving.
Study/family room with a feature open fireplace with marble surround and decorative side and mantel, recess to either side with extensive fitted bookshelves and cupboards beneath and further bookshelves to one wall, high ceilings with moulded cornices and picture rail, two double radiators, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to front aspect and feature large bay window to side aspect with double radiator and sliding sash windows overlooking the gardens.
Dining room with an open fireplace with raised tiled hearth, glass canopy and a unique carved decorative surround and mantel, high ceilings with moulded cornices, two radiators, and a large bay window to front aspect and feature panelling, door to:
Rear lobby passageway with tiled floor leading to a former cloakroom with recess with wash hand basin, tiled splashback, water softener, radiator and windows to side aspect with frosted glass, glazed door to:
Kitchen/breakfast room with inset sink unit with mixer taps, cupboards below, extensive base units comprising work surfaces with cupboards and drawers below, dresser style unit with glazed cabinet and shelving, space and plumbing for dishwasher, integrated Bosch 4 point induction hob with concealed extractor cooker hood above, and integrated Bosch oven and grill, double radiator, ceramic tiled flooring, space for upright fridge/freezer, door to a large walk-in pantry with shelving, and a pair of sliding double glazed doors leading to:
Conservatory A wonderful light and spacious area which enjoys stunning views over the gardens and has a high semi-vaulted glazed ceiling, ceramic tiled flooring, fitted storage cupboards and a pair of full height sealed unit double glazed doors leading to paved terrace.
Garden room with fitted worktops, storage shelves, outside tap, ceramic tiled floor, built-in boiler cupboard housing an oil fired boiler and sealed unit double glazed windows to rear aspect.
On the first floor
galleried style landing with feature panelling, double radiator and a sliding sash window to rear aspect with views over the gardens and adjoining farmland.
Principal bedroom with two double radiators, sliding sash windows to side aspect overlooking the gardens, recess to side of chimney breast and door to:
Ensuite dressing room with two fitted double wardrobes, double radiator, sliding sash windows to front aspect and door to:
Ensuite shower room with pedestal wash hand basin, low level w.c., built-in tiled shower cubicle and shower unit with glazed door, tiled walls to side and large walled mirror, striplight/shaver socket, radiator, sliding sash window to side aspect.
Door leading to:
inner landing with fitted bookshelves, roof light, trap door to roof space and built-in storage cupboard, radiator, built-in airing cupboard housing hot water cylinder.
Bedroom 2 with two double radiators, pedestal wash hand basin, sliding sash windows to front aspect.
Bedroom 3 with double radiator, range of fitted wardrobes with cupboards above, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to front aspect.
Bedroom 4 with double radiator, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to rear aspect.
Bedroom 5 with fitted double wardrobes, shelved cupboards to side, fitted shelving, double radiator, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to front aspect.
Bathroom 1 with white suite comprising bath with shower attachment, wash hand basin, low level w.c. And bidet, large wall mirror, electric striplight/shaver socket, double radiator, ceramic tiled walls around, heated towel rail and secondary double glazed windows to rear aspect.
Bathroom 2 With white suite comprising panelled bath, fitted shower cubicle and wall mounted shower unit, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w/c, double radiator and secondary double glazed windows to rear aspect
outside To the front of the property there are a pair of wrought iron gates providing access to a long private driveway and extensive courtyard style parking area adjacent to which is a detached outbuilding/former coach house which comprises two sets of double wooden doors which provide access to a garage and store, light and power and panelled door to side, opening through to rear lobby area with wooden steps leading up to attic room with light and power, windows to side and rear aspect, trap door to roof space and door to further eaves storage area. Door off the rear lobby to a workshop/store with fitted cupboards and power, further wooden door to store 2. Adjacent to the main building there is a former stable block now used as storage.
The delightful and generous mature gardens are a very special feature and extend to just under an acre and are principally laid to lawn and enjoy a high degree of privacy and seclusion. Immediately to the rear of the property there are paddocks that belong to a neighbouring property. Immediately adjacent to the house itself there is a large L-shaped paved terrace with borders to side and a delightful part walled formal garden area interspersed with paved pathways and incorporating a wide variety of roses and shrubs. There is also a kitchen garden with vegetable plot, fruit bushes and fruit trees and access to further paved enclosed walled courtyard style area with former dog kennels and oil storage tank with gated access leading to the front parking courtyard area.
There is also a covered side porch with outside light and outside water tap next to the former kennel.
Agents note There are a pair of wooden gates located to the side of the former coach house which lead off to Woodhall Lane and provide access to the principal gardens. There was originally an approved planning consent dated 31st March 1991 (S/2001/90/F) for a detached bungalow. This consent has now lapsed and prospective interested parties in Park House should make their own enquiries with South Cambridgeshire district council to ascertain whether or not there may be a possibility of gaining any new consent.
Material information Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - G
Park House occupies a rather special and most desirable location in the heart of the village on the corner of the high street and Woodhall Lane and backs onto paddocks. The highly sought after South Cambridgeshire village of Balsham provides an excellent range of amenities, many of which are just a short walk away and include a store/post office, delicatessen/coffee shop, primary school, church, two inns and a recreation ground. The university city of Cambridge is just 10 miles away and for the commuter the village is well placed for access to the M11 motorway and the main line stations at Whittlesford, Audley End and Cambridge.
Entrance porch with outside light, pillars to either side of a panelled front entrance door to:
Entrance lobby with stone flooring, part panelling, high roof light and glazed door leading to:
Reception hall with a feature decorative former fireplace, feature panelled walls and decorative picture rail. Built-in storage cupboard understairs, natural wood style flooring, decorative archway leading to:
Inner hall with panelling to walls, decorative picture rail, staircase off to first floor, built-in cloaks/storage cupboard and door off to:
Cloakroom with low level w.c. And wash hand basin with splashback, double radiator, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to front aspect.
Sitting room with a feature Adam style open fireplace with marble surround and decorative side and mantel, high ceilings with moulded cornices and sliding sash windows to rear aspect and feature full height bay to side aspect overlooking the gardens with a pair of glazed doors leading to the paved terrace, two double radiators, recess to side of fireplace with fitted storage cupboard and shelving.
Study/family room with a feature open fireplace with marble surround and decorative side and mantel, recess to either side with extensive fitted bookshelves and cupboards beneath and further bookshelves to one wall, high ceilings with moulded cornices and picture rail, two double radiators, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to front aspect and feature large bay window to side aspect with double radiator and sliding sash windows overlooking the gardens.
Dining room with an open fireplace with raised tiled hearth, glass canopy and a unique carved decorative surround and mantel, high ceilings with moulded cornices, two radiators, and a large bay window to front aspect and feature panelling, door to:
Rear lobby passageway with tiled floor leading to a former cloakroom with recess with wash hand basin, tiled splashback, water softener, radiator and windows to side aspect with frosted glass, glazed door to:
Kitchen/breakfast room with inset sink unit with mixer taps, cupboards below, extensive base units comprising work surfaces with cupboards and drawers below, dresser style unit with glazed cabinet and shelving, space and plumbing for dishwasher, integrated Bosch 4 point induction hob with concealed extractor cooker hood above, and integrated Bosch oven and grill, double radiator, ceramic tiled flooring, space for upright fridge/freezer, door to a large walk-in pantry with shelving, and a pair of sliding double glazed doors leading to:
Conservatory A wonderful light and spacious area which enjoys stunning views over the gardens and has a high semi-vaulted glazed ceiling, ceramic tiled flooring, fitted storage cupboards and a pair of full height sealed unit double glazed doors leading to paved terrace.
Garden room with fitted worktops, storage shelves, outside tap, ceramic tiled floor, built-in boiler cupboard housing an oil fired boiler and sealed unit double glazed windows to rear aspect.
On the first floor
galleried style landing with feature panelling, double radiator and a sliding sash window to rear aspect with views over the gardens and adjoining farmland.
Principal bedroom with two double radiators, sliding sash windows to side aspect overlooking the gardens, recess to side of chimney breast and door to:
Ensuite dressing room with two fitted double wardrobes, double radiator, sliding sash windows to front aspect and door to:
Ensuite shower room with pedestal wash hand basin, low level w.c., built-in tiled shower cubicle and shower unit with glazed door, tiled walls to side and large walled mirror, striplight/shaver socket, radiator, sliding sash window to side aspect.
Door leading to:
inner landing with fitted bookshelves, roof light, trap door to roof space and built-in storage cupboard, radiator, built-in airing cupboard housing hot water cylinder.
Bedroom 2 with two double radiators, pedestal wash hand basin, sliding sash windows to front aspect.
Bedroom 3 with double radiator, range of fitted wardrobes with cupboards above, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to front aspect.
Bedroom 4 with double radiator, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to rear aspect.
Bedroom 5 with fitted double wardrobes, shelved cupboards to side, fitted shelving, double radiator, secondary double glazed sliding sash windows to front aspect.
Bathroom 1 with white suite comprising bath with shower attachment, wash hand basin, low level w.c. And bidet, large wall mirror, electric striplight/shaver socket, double radiator, ceramic tiled walls around, heated towel rail and secondary double glazed windows to rear aspect.
Bathroom 2 With white suite comprising panelled bath, fitted shower cubicle and wall mounted shower unit, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w/c, double radiator and secondary double glazed windows to rear aspect
outside To the front of the property there are a pair of wrought iron gates providing access to a long private driveway and extensive courtyard style parking area adjacent to which is a detached outbuilding/former coach house which comprises two sets of double wooden doors which provide access to a garage and store, light and power and panelled door to side, opening through to rear lobby area with wooden steps leading up to attic room with light and power, windows to side and rear aspect, trap door to roof space and door to further eaves storage area. Door off the rear lobby to a workshop/store with fitted cupboards and power, further wooden door to store 2. Adjacent to the main building there is a former stable block now used as storage.
The delightful and generous mature gardens are a very special feature and extend to just under an acre and are principally laid to lawn and enjoy a high degree of privacy and seclusion. Immediately to the rear of the property there are paddocks that belong to a neighbouring property. Immediately adjacent to the house itself there is a large L-shaped paved terrace with borders to side and a delightful part walled formal garden area interspersed with paved pathways and incorporating a wide variety of roses and shrubs. There is also a kitchen garden with vegetable plot, fruit bushes and fruit trees and access to further paved enclosed walled courtyard style area with former dog kennels and oil storage tank with gated access leading to the front parking courtyard area.
There is also a covered side porch with outside light and outside water tap next to the former kennel.
Agents note There are a pair of wooden gates located to the side of the former coach house which lead off to Woodhall Lane and provide access to the principal gardens. There was originally an approved planning consent dated 31st March 1991 (S/2001/90/F) for a detached bungalow. This consent has now lapsed and prospective interested parties in Park House should make their own enquiries with South Cambridgeshire district council to ascertain whether or not there may be a possibility of gaining any new consent.
Material information Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band - G
