5 bedroom detached for sale

This quintessential detached, timber framed, Grade II listed cottage dates back to the 15th century and enjoys a plot of approximately 0.7 acres tucked away within a rural village lane. This stunning home boasts a wealth of character throughout with exposed timbers throughout and has been the subject of a sympathetic restoration programme carried out by the current owners during their tenure with a beautiful blend of the contemporary while retaining the homes history and charm. 'Cantlebury' extends to over 2,800 sq ft with accommodation over two floors and includes a large detached, double garage with a self contained guest annexe/'den' or home office over. A striking feature to the home upon approach is a wildlife pond in the front garden which creates a post card like view with the home in the backdrop beyond.

The main house includes a well planned kitchen/dining room that has recently been fitted and is adjoined by a garden room creating an open plan 'hub of the home'. The kitchen/dining space and garden room share views over the homes English country rear garden and out over the homes wildlife pond and front garden. The lounge and family room can be found at the front of the property and feature restored quarry tiled and oak parquet floors, an open fireplace and large Inglenook with log burning stove, respectively. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a boot room, utility and shower room all accessed from the porch at the side of the home.There are four bedrooms at first floor level, three of which are double rooms. Bedroom four is accessed via a second, private staircase from the sitting room and has entry through a doorway with restricted height. This room is especially suitable for a child. The family bathroom has recently been re-fitted with a four piece suite which includes a generous shower and free standing bath.

The property is approached via a limestone driveway with estate fencing and matching metal gates. At the street and to the front of the property is a period street lamp, exclusive to, and controlled from, the property. There is a double width garage with electronically operated up and over door, side access door (from the rear garden) a fitted kitchenette and storage cupboards. Above, accessed via a stair case is a useful room which would make a fantastic guest suite as it benefits from an adjoining en-suite shower room.The beautiful, seasonal gardens are a particular feature of the property and are enclosed by mature hedging creating privacy. The well-maintained lawns are extensive offer an outdoor space for all the family to enjoy. Towards the end of the rear garden is a small orchard (apples and pears) and outbuildings, with electricity connected. At the rear of the property, a large wrap around terrace is accessed via French doors from the garden room. In the garden is a timber built studio which is fully insulated with mains electricity connected and offers a fantastic home office space with internet hard wired from the house.

'Cantlebury' is situated on Chapel Street, a no-through road frequented by horse riders and ramblers, close to the heart of this small and pretty and commutable village. Hinxworth benefits from a popular public house, the Three Horseshoes, ancient parish church and recently Village Hall. Everyday shopping facilities including a baker, renowned butcher and convenience store, plus doctors surgery, dentist, nursery, post office and a number of pubs are found in nearby Ashwell (2.4 miles).

Comprehensive facilities can be found at Baldock, Biggleswade, Hitchin and Cambridge, all of which also offer mainline rail services into Londons Kings Cross, with times from Baldock from 39 minutes. For the road commuter, Hinxworth is well placed for the A505, A10, B1042/A603 to Cambridge, along with the A1 (1.5 miles), which heads to the M25 into London to the South and Peterborough to the North. Excellent primary schooling is available in Ashwell with state secondary schooling at Knights Templar in Baldock. Independent schooling is available at St Francis and St Christophers schools in Letchworth and other renowned schools in Hitchin, Kimbolton, Bedford and Cambridge. There are convenient rail and road links to these destinations.

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