THE MANOR, GREEN END, COMBERTON

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1 THE MANOR, GREEN END, COMBERTON

2 A rare opportunity to acquire a most impressive village house of considerable charm and character with extensive accommodation over 3 floors, excellent ancillary accommodation and wonderful established gardens of about 1.7 acres backing on to meadow land. Cambridge 6 miles, Royston (fast train service to King s Cross) 11 miles, M11 (junction 12) 2.5 miles, Stansted Airport 32 miles, (distances are approximate). Property Summary Gross internal floor areas: The Manor 4,489 sq ft 417 sq m), Brick Barn 1,539 sq ft (143 sq m) Granary 1,143 sq ft (106 sq m) Ground Floor: Entrance Hall, 3 Reception Rooms, Study, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility/Boot Room, Laundry Room, Wet Room. First Floor: 5 Bedrooms, Dressing Room, Family Bathroom. Second Floor: Bedroom, Bathroom. Outside: Superb Converted Brick Barn comprising Kitchen/Sitting/Dining Room, Utility Room, Cloakroom, 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom. Detached Granary comprising Games Room, Office, Sitting/Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom. Secure Parking for Several Vehicles, Machinery Store/Workshop, Extensive Gardens. In all the property comprises: 1.67 acres (0.677 hectares). Please read Important Notice on the floor plan page. THE MANOR, 19 GREEN END, COMBERTON CAMBRIDGESHIRE CB23 7DY

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4 Description This substantial former Manor House was purchased by the present owners in 2003, who have since carried out an extensive programme of restoration, with alterations and improvements sympathetically undertaken to preserve the charm and character of this magnificent period house. Arranged over 3 floors, the accommodation is beautifully presented and provides tremendous versatility. A substantial Barn and former Granary have also been superbly converted to create exceptional ancillary accommodation to the main house, suitable for a variety of uses. In short, The Manor provides a rare opportunity to acquire an outstanding 6 bedroom period house, refurbished to an exceptionally high standard, which successfully combines modern day living with the character of the original historic building. Historical Note Constructed of brick and part rendered elevations under a peg tiled roof, The Manor is Grade II listed being of architectural or historical interest. In part, it is believed to date back to the late 16th century with 17th and 18th century alterations and additions, including an extensive addition during the Georgian period to create 2 further elegant reception rooms and 2 additional bedrooms. Outside The Manor stands centrally within its grounds and is approached through an electronic gated entrance and over a long gravelled driveway which leads to an extensive parking area and The Granary on the south of the house. A separate gravelled driveway off Green End provides further off street parking and gated pedestrian access to The Brick Barn.

5 The Granary Constructed with brick and weatherboard clad elevations under a tiled roof, the Granary was erected in 1992 from a reclaimed timber framed Sussex barn. Bi-fold doors along the front elevation open on to a spacious Games Room with tiled floor, which has been specifically designed for conversion to a double garage, if desired. A personal door to rear leads to a Study and staircase to the first floor accommodation, with high pitched ceiling and exposed timbers, comprising Sitting/Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom. An extensive paved terrace adjoins the rear and west side of the house including a delightful circular paved terrace enclosed by an established photinia red robin hedge, creating an ideal area for alfresco dining. The rear boundary is enclosed by post and rail fencing, providing a wonderful open outlook over adjoining meadow land. There is also a detached Machinery Store/Workshop 26 x 17 6 (7.92m x 5.20m) of weatherboard clad construction under a slate roof with power, light and tiled floor. The Brick Barn Situated to the north east of the house, this substantial barn of mainly brick construction under a tiled roof, provides stylish contemporary accommodation extending to 1,529 sq ft (143 sq m). Full height bi-fold doors to the front open to a magnificent open plan Kitchen/Dining/Sitting Room with underfloor heating, double height ceiling to dining area, floating staircase and landing, well equipped Kitchen with range of soft closing cabinets and drawers, space for American style fridge/freezer and integrated appliances comprising Miele dishwasher and Fisher & Paykel, oven, ceramic hob and extractor fan. There is also a Utility Room and Cloakroom on the ground floor, Shower Room and 2 Bedrooms, both of which have bespoke fitted furniture comprising wardrobes and drawers, to the first floor. The Gardens Enclosed by a mixture of laurel and beech hedging, walling and fencing, the gardens lie predominately to the south a of the house and are a further particular feature of the property. A former orchard to the south of the driveway, comprises apple, plum, damson and pear trees and directly in front of the house is a formal area of lawn and a variety of flower and shrub beds, divided by a high red brick wall.

6 Property Highlights Original features including deep skirtings, panelled doors, sash windows, fireplaces, brick floors and exposed timbers. Dual aspect Drawing Room with open fireplace with tiled hearth, timber surround, bookshelves, base level cabinets and shelving to alcove. Charming Sitting/Dining Room with brick floor, exposed timbers and 2 inglenook fireplaces, one presently sealed and the other with fire grate and canopy. Versatile Family Room with brick floor, dual aspect, non-functional inglenook fireplace and spiral staircase with ceiling hatch to first floor. Excellent Study with part timber panelled walls, open fireplace with stone hearth and marble surround, base level cabinets and extensive range of bookshelves. Kitchen/Breakfast Room with tiled floor, range of bespoke hand crafted cabinets, corian surfaces, oil fired 4 oven Aga, part vaulted ceiling with bifold doors along the rear elevation providing a pleasant outlook over the garden and meadow land beyond. Spacious Family Bathroom with WC, twin wash basins set within beech work tops, deep panelled bath with beech and tiled surround, shower cubicle, heated towel rail, linen storage box, storage alcoves and fitted cabinets. Charming double Bedroom and Bathroom to the second floor with high pitched ceilings and exposed timbers. Extensive range of high quality carpentry throughout. Detached Granary and Brick Barn provide excellent ancillary accommodation ideal for guests, aupair, independent teenagers, letting purposes or B & B. Oil fired central heating. Security alarm system. No onward chain.

7 Important Notice Bidwells LLP act for themselves and for the vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that: Nothing contained in these particulars or their contents or actions, both verbally or in writing, by Bidwells LLP form any o er or contract, liability or implied obligation to any applicants, viewing parties or prospective purchasers of the property to the fullest extent permitted by law and should not be relied upon as statements or representative of fact. No person in the employment of Bidwells LLP or any joint agents has authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Any areas of measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only, may not be to scale and are not necessarily comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Bidwells LLP has not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, appliances or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. All rentals and prices are quoted exclusive of VAT unless otherwise stated. Prospective purchasers may be asked to produce identi cation of the intended Purchaser and other documentation in order to support any conditional o ers submitted to the vendors. Bidwells LLP accepts no liability of any type arising from your delay or other lack of co-operation. We may hold your name on our database unless you instruct us otherwise. OS licence no. ES Copyright Bidwells LLP Bidwells LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales (registered number OC ). Registered o ce is Bidwell House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge CB2 9LD where a list of members is available for inspection. Your statutory rights are not a ected by this notice.

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11 Location Comberton is a highly regarded west Cambridgeshire village providing a good range of local facilities including a post office/general store, butchers, church, public house, playgroup, hair salon, doctors, dentist and a sports/leisure centre. For golf enthusiasts, there are 18 hole golf course in the neighbouring villages of Toft and Bourn. Education is well served with the Meridian Primary School and the highly renowned Village College, consistently rated outstanding by Ofsted, which also has a sixth form. Nearby Cambridge is not only world renowned for its academic achievements but also has become a high tech and bio tech hub with the University Research and Development Laboratories, Cambridge Science Park and Addenbrooke s Hospital/Biomedical Campus. The city provides an attractive combination of ancient and modern buildings, colleges, winding lands, the tree lined River Cam and extensive shopping facilities. There is also a wide choice of independent schools on the west and south sides of the city, together with sixth form colleges, for which there are dedicated bus services from the village. Additional Information Local Authority South Cambridgeshire District Council Services Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property. Outgoings 19 Green End Council Tax Band: H Council Tax Payable 2018/2019: 3, The Brick Barn Tax Band: D Council Tax Payable 2018/2019: 1, Tenure & Possession The property is for sale freehold with vacant possession on completion Fixtures & Fittings All items normally designated as tenant s fixtures and fittings including curtains and light fittings, are expressly excluded from the sale. However, certain items may be available by separate negotiation. Health & Safety In the interest of Health and Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting any property. Road and rail communications are good with the M11 within 2.5 miles, connecting with the A14 and A1/M to the north and with the M25/Stansted Airport/London to the south. There is a mainline railway station at Cambridge, providing services to London s King s Cross and Liverpool Street in about 52 and 67 minutes respectively. Alternatively, there is a fast commuter service to King s Cross in about 38 minutes from Royston. Viewing By prior telephone appointment with Bidwells Enquiries Robert Couch robert.couch@bidwells.co.uk

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