sawston, cambridgeshire

CHARMING CHARACTERSawston | Cambridge | CB22 3BG

Fine & Country Cambridge

Tel: +44 (0)1223 [email protected] Dukes Court, Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8DZ

Fine & Country

Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary, Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West Africa and Namibia we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive and more expensive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property. This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.

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CharmingCHARMING CHARACTER“With a history dating back to 1580, this charming period residence with commercial potential makes an excellent family home in a sought after village.”

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A most impressive and expansive seven bedroom, detached residence

dating back to the 16th Century and occupying a prominent position

within this popular village.

This fine period home now boasts an integral commercial unit that is presently let but could alternatively be used as additional or secondary accommodation (subject to consent).

To the rear of the property, there is a stunning and beautifully manicured courtyard garden, which incorporates an ideal area for al fresco dining. The property benefits further from gas fired central heating, ample parking, double garaging and an additional outbuilding.

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GROUND FLOOR

From the front, a part glazed door leads into the ENTRANCE

HALL, which incorporates built-in storage space, an impressive arched ceiling and a staircase to the first floor. Timber doors lead through to the commercial unit, the sitting room and the RECEPTION HALL, which is a warm and inviting space with a sweeping staircase to the first floor and a door to the GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM, which incorporates a WC, pedestal hand wash basin and frosted window to the rear.

The SITTING ROOM is a spectacular space dating back to approximately 1580 with two windows to the front aspect and a stunning Inglenook fireplace featuring exposed brickwork, inset log burner and leather bound seating. This beautiful room also enjoys exposed wall and ceiling timbers and hardwood floors. Glazed double doors lead through into the SUN

ROOM, which in turn opens out onto the rear.

The reception hall also leads into the DINING ROOM, which offers two sets of glazed double doors, which fill the room with natural light and make this an ideal space for entertaining guests as they can flow onto the rear terrace.

A timber door leads through into the spacious, dual aspect KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM, which boasts a range of bespoke, solid wood wall and base units with recessed glass fronted cabinets and complementary marble work surfaces. step inside


A beautiful solid wood island with marble surface provides additional work space. Various appliances include a free standing, five ring ‘Brittania’ stove with extractor canopy above, built in ‘Neff’ oven and microwave and an integrated dishwasher, plus complementary wall and floor tiling.

The UTILITY ROOM is comprehensively fitted with a range of wall and base units while there is also plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and a window to front aspect.

The COMMERCIAL UNIT is currently let and can be accessed both through the main house and via its own separate entrance from the High Street. This space also enjoys its own KITCHEN

and private rear terrace and would make an ideal annexe, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

FIRST FLOOR

From the reception hall, stairs lead to the FIRST FLOOR

LANDING, with doors leading to all rooms.

The MASTER BEDROOM is a wonderfully spacious room with a window to the front aspect, exposed wall and ceiling timbers. Two walk in wardrobe areas provide built in units with storage and linen space. A timber door leads into the EN SUITE

BATHROOM which is fitted with a four piece suite to include an authentic freestanding iron cast bath with claw feet and shower attachment, hand wash basin, high level WC, walk-in Lefroy Brooks power shower, exposed timbers, hardwood flooring, attractive floor and wall tiling and a window the side aspect.


With a history dating back to 1580, this charming period residence with commercial potential makes an excellent family home in a sought after village. “I had always wanted to buy a home with

character and as soon as we came across this

Grade II Listed property we knew it had all the

charm we were looking for. The house was in need

of a lot of care when we first moved here in 1994

but we have restored everything and brought it

back to life. It has been an excellent family home

and we will miss it dearly,” says Martin.

vendor


“We love the location of this house, it is perfect. Our

family have all grown up now and so we are looking to downsize.

The property brings us so many fond memories of both our

children growing up and now grandchildren. There are plenty of

nooks and crannies for endless games of hide and seek. We love

having them to visit and there is plenty of room for everyone to

stay. Christmas is especially wonderful and we often host large

family gatherings which the house is perfect for.”

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“The house is approached through an iron gateway onto Millstone tiles with room for five cars. Behind the property is a large but manageable

garden. It is low maintenance and suits our lifestyle perfectly. There is an outside bar

which we use for entertaining guests in the summer and through a brick archway

there is a small lawn. Our grandchildren love playing outside and it is very safe and

secure,” continues Martin.


“Sawston is a picturesque village just outside Cambridge. It’s large as villages go, with good facilities; it has a great community and everyone recognises one another. There’s a regular bus

service into the centre of Cambridge or it is a short drive by car, there’s a station nearby at Whittlesford that has regular services to Liverpool Street or of course Cambridge station. Addenbrooke’s

Hospital is also located nearby with Cambridge offering a historic city centre with everything you could possibly need. Sawston has a busy high street, village pubs and restaurants and excellent schools.

Cambridge itself also has access to fantastic schools including private schools such as The Leys and The Perse. The nearby villages of Whittlesford and Babraham are within walking distance with a

selection of more lovely pubs.”“The house also comes with the unique benefit of a commercial building. Over the years we have successfully run a family furniture business from here and in recent years

we have rented the unit to a local health centre. The building provides plenty of flexibility with either the opportunity to run your own business from home, or use it for rental income.”


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 05.05.2015

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ABOUT THE AREA

Sawston is located 7 miles from the centre of Cambridge and is the largest village on the favourable south side of the City. The village is within a few miles of leading scientific centres such as the Addenbrooke’s Hospital, the Babraham Institute and Granta Park in Abington.

The property is ideally placed for access to London by road via the M11 and by train with regular services to Liverpool Street from Whittlesford (from 1 hour) and to Kings Cross from Royston (from 38 minutes). Stansted Airport is approximately 20 miles south.

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Sawston has many of the facilities of a small market town with an excellent range of shops, sporting and recreational facilities. The famous nearby City of Cambridge offers first class shopping and cultural amenities as well as top educational facilities

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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on (01223) 363700.

OUTSIDE

The beautifully landscaped REAR GARDEN incorporates an area of lawn, as well as flower and shrub borders. Defined areas of paved terracing, provide ample space for al fresco dining, while fencing and trellising maximises privacy.

The garden leads through to the paved driveway which is set behind a high brick wall and is also accessed through wrought iron double gates. There is space for several cars as well as access to the DOUBLE GARAGE, which benefits from water, power and lighting.

Opposite the garage is the LEISURE BUILDING, which currently houses a bar and provides a useful entertaining space, as well as scope for further accommodation.


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CharacterCHARMING CHARACTER“Sawston is a picturesque village just outside Cambridge. It’s large as villages go, with good facilities; it has a great community and everyone recognises one another.”


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