Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

THE COTTAGE

KEY FEATURES

This charming home is situated on a generous 0.45-acre plot and offers bright and well-presented accommodation. Upon entering the property, the entrance hall leads to two reception rooms, a double aspect living room with a wood-burning stove and the snug with a multi-fuel burner. There is also a spacious dining room, kitchen with separate walk-in pantry, utility room and cloakroom with shower. Upstairs, the three bedrooms are well served by a family bathroom, with the large principal bedroom offering wonderful views over the countryside directly behind the property.

Outside, a gravel drive provides ample parking and access to a double garage with remote-powered doors. Additionally, there is a workshop and a study/games room with a mezzanine floor which could potentially be converted into an excellent self-contained annexe, subject to planning permission. The extensive gardens are mainly south and west-facing and are landscaped with mature planting and trees, including a selection of fruit trees. The former piggery has been converted into an alfresco dining area.

This peaceful property is located a short drive from Ramsey, which offers all your day-to-day needs, while Huntingdon provides a wider range of amenities, including rail services to London within an hour.

SELLER INSIGHT

The pretty village of Wistow enjoys a rural setting within Cambridgeshire amidst delightful rolling countryside. It is quiet and peaceful here yet within easy reach of an outstanding range of amenities. The Cottage has been the much loved family home for Paul and Wendy for over forty years.

“We fell in love with the house, together with its position within the village; private, but not isolated, alongside its brilliant outlook, particularly from the rear of the house. Originally two Victorian cottages which had been converted into one spacious property. Of course, we have added and tweaked our home during our time here, but it is a clever combination of modern comfortable living alongside an attractive Victorian heritage. We discovered a delightful Victorian fireplace hidden in one of our bedrooms after a visit from a swarm of noisy bees! An interesting long house which provides us with the joy of both fabulous sunrises and sunsets. Also, a bright and sunny home with a highly versatile layout which gives many options for its use; one which has worked so well for our family life. Our home does have a natural welcoming ambience and special feel to share with our friends and family. We have held many parties and social gatherings here, lots of them as our children grew from tiny tots into adulthood.”

Our productive vegetable and fruit garden and greenhouses provide us with plenty of home-grown produce. We have several useful outbuildings; one being an old piggery which we converted into a walled courtyard garden where we have hosted many sociable suppers and BBQs as it is a real sun-trap, even in winter.”

“Although a small village, Wistow does have a strong sense of community and several events take place throughout the year. The road and rail connections are excellent, particularly since the recent upgrade of the A14. Huntingdon is where the main line station is located for efficient journeys into the capital, whilst nearby St Ives is where the guided busway provides a service into the centre of the beautiful city of Cambridge to enjoy its wonderful architecture, theatres and galleries.”

“It is for logistical family reasons that we are saying farewell to what has been a magnificent family home and we know that, whoever decides to live here, will enjoy an exceptional quality of life.”*

*These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Village information

Wistow is a small rural village located in a small secluded valley approximately 7 miles to the north east of Huntingdon. The parish church is partly Norman and contains some examples of 15th century painted glass while the Manor House dates from the early 17th century. There are a number of 16th and 17th century timber-framed houses in the village such as Rooks Grove Farm, Thatched Cottage and Lavender Cottage. The Three Horseshoes is the only surviving public house in the village and offers a wide selection of ales and food.

Transport Road

Wistow to Huntingdon Train Station – 7.4 miles approx.

Wistow to Peterborough – 17 miles approx.

Wistow to Cambridge – 26 miles approx.

Rail

Regular train services to London and to the North (via Peterborough) run from Huntingdon Station.

Huntingdon to London King’s Cross – 50 minutes

Huntingdon to Peterborough – 17 minutes

Schools

Primary:

Bury CofE Primary School – 2.6 miles approx. Ofsted Rating: Good

Abbots Ripton CofE Primary School – 4.6 miles approx. Ofsted Rating: Good

Upwood Primary Academy – 3.3 miles approx. Ofsted rating: Good

Secondary:

Abbey College, Ramsey – 4.1 miles approx. Ofsted Rating: Good

St Peter’s School, Huntingdon – 6.6 miles approx. Ofsted Rating: Good

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INFORMATION

• 0.45-acre plot

• Detached study/games room

• Annex potential

• Open fields to the rear

• Sought-after village location with a pub

• South- and west-facing gardens

Agents Notes

Tenure: Freehold

Year Built: Mid 19th century with later additions

EPC: D

Local Authority: Huntingdon District Council

Council Tax Band: F

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate 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 31.03.2023

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