HILL HOUSE, GREAT EVERSDEN
A superbly extended and re-modelled family house, occupying a wonderful rural position in gardens and grounds of 3.69 acres with stunning open views over surrounding countryside from every aspect. Cambridge 8 miles, Royston (fast train to King s Cross) 10 miles, M11 (junction 12) 6 miles, Stansted Airport 34 miles, (distances are approximate). Property Summary Gross internal floor area 2,254 sq ft (209 sq m) Ground Floor: Reception Hall, Cloakroom, Drawing Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Utility Room, Pantry. First Floor: 4 s, 3 Bath/Shower Rooms (All En Suite) Outside: Extensive Parking Facilities, Substantial Detached Outbuilding, Wonderful Gardens, Terrace and Grounds. In all the property comprises 3.69 acres (1.494 hectares) Please read Important Notice on the floor plan page HILL HOUSE, 2 KINGSTON ROAD, GREAT EVERSDEN, CAMBRIDGESHIRE CB23 1HT
Description Hill House was originally built in 1939. The property has been skilfully extended and comprehensively refurbished by the present owners since they purchased the house in 2005. Finished to a high standard, the alterations and improvements combine the convenience of modern living with the charm and character of the original building. Constructed with rendered elevations under slate roofs, the accommodation is arranged over 2 floors and particularly well presented. Outside Hill House is set back from the road in wonderful gardens and grounds of 3.69 acres (1.494 hectares) which are a particularly fine feature of the property. There are extensive parking facilities to the side and access to a substantial OUTBUILDING. Immediately to the front of the property is a delightful cottage garden where rose beds, with irrigation system, are enclosed by box hedging and divided by grass pathways. To the rear of the house is an extensive barked area with superb CHILDREN S PLAYFRAME and sunken TRAMPOLINE. The majority of the gardens lie to the west of the house and include extensive areas of lawn, various shrub beds, together with a variety of specimen trees and fruit trees.
Property Highlights Spacious Reception Hall with marble tiled floor and sweeping marble staircase with ornate wrought iron balustrade and large feature arch window to first floor. Impressive Drawing Room with bay window to front aspect, oak flooring, open fireplace with granite hearth, bianco avorio limestone surround and mantle and base level cabinets, walnut backed display shelving and cupboards along the length of one wall. Versatile Sitting Room with bay window to front aspect, oak flooring, base level cabinets and shelving to alcoves. Superb bespoke chef s Kitchen/Breakfast Room with marble tiled floor, range of hand painted and American black walnut base and wall cabinets, island unit all with granite worktops, shelved pantry, 2 sets of French doors to garden, space for American style fridge/freezer, night storage electric 4 oven Aga alongside an Aga companion oven with extractor fan over, Miele microwave, Miele wine fridge and twin Miele dishwashers. 4 s, all with fitted cupboards, and 3 Bath/Shower Rooms including a Jack and Jill bathroom. The majority of the rooms benefit from a dual aspect creating a light and airy feel throughout. Hand crafted, double glazed sash style windows. Oil fired underfloor heating throughout. CCTV and security alarm system. Integrated surround sound and mood lighting system.
Kitchen Reception Bath/ Shower Room s Approximate Gross Internal Area = 209.4 sq m / 2254 sq ft Outbuilding = 105 sq m / 1130 sq ft Total = 314.4 sq m / 3384 sq ft = Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0 Up Up Sitting Room 5.28 x 3.82 17'4 x 12'6 Up Reception Hall Kitchen / Dining Room 7.30 x 4.34 23'11 x 14'3 Utility Room B Pantry 4.63 x 3.54 15'2 x 11'7 Dn 4.40 x 3.74 14'5 x 12'3 Outbuilding 15.00 x 7.00 49'3 x 23'0 IN Drawing Room 7.78 x 4.60 25'6 x 15'1 3.53 x 3.06 11'7 x 10'0 3.55 x 2.99 11'8 x 9'10 Ground Floor First Floor (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Important Notice These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements or representatives of fact. Bidwells LLP has no authority to make or give in writing or verbally any representation or warranties in relation to the property. Any areas of measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Bidwells LLP have not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, appliances or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. The site plan is not to scale and is provided for identification purposes only. OS licence NO. ES100017734. Copyright Bidwells LLP 2016 We may hold your name on our database unless you instruct us otherwise. Bidwells LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales (registered number OC344553). Registered office is Bidwell House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge CB2 9LD
01223 841842 bidwells.co.uk Location Hill House is delightfully situated almost equal distance between the villages of Great Eversden and Kingston. Surrounded by undulating countryside, it enjoys a superb elevated position with outstanding, far reaching views. Great Eversden is a small, unspoilt village conveniently situated approximately 8 miles south west of Cambridge. Local facilities include a public house, village hall, recreation ground and a picturesque parish church. There is a primary school in nearby Comberton (about 4 miles), which also has a highly acclaimed college for secondary and sixth form education. The University city of Cambridge is not only world renowned for its academic achievements but also has become the centre of the high tech and bio tech industries with the University Research and Development Laboratories, Cambridge Science Park and Addenbrooke s Hospital/ Biomedical Campus. The city also offers a wide range of shopping and cultural amenities together with an excellent choice of independent schools on the south and west side of the city. For the commuter, the nearby M11 (junction 12) provides access to Stansted Airport and London to the south and also links with the A14, providing access to the A1 (M) to the north. There is a mainline railway station at Royston (about 10 miles) with a fast service to London s King s Cross in about 38 minutes. Viewing By prior telephone appointment with Bidwells 01223 841842 Enquiries Robert Couch 01223 559367 robert.couch@bidwells.co.uk Stonecross, Trumpington High Street, Cambridge, CB2 9SU Additional Information Local Authority South Cambridgeshire District Council 0345 045 0500 Outgoings Council Tax Band: E Council Tax Payable 2017/2018: 2,017.93 Services Mains water and electricity are connected to the property, drainage is via a klargester. 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. Energy Rating D Tenure & Possession The property is for sale freehold with vacant possession on completion Health & Safety In the interest of Health and Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting any property. bidwells.co.uk Brochure by floorplanz.co.uk