4-bedroom detached house · CB6 2DF
For saleListed 41 days
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This beautifully presented, four-bedroom detached former farmhouse has been thoughtfully extended and sympathetically renovated by the current owners, offering a perfect blend of character and modern features and is offered for sale with a self build plot with planning consent.
Situated in a desirable rural village convenient for Ely, the property boasts spacious and versatile accommodation throughout.
The heart of the home is a superb kitchen that opens seamlessly into a welcoming dining and living area, ideal for family gatherings and entertaining.
The inviting lounge features an impressive inglenook fireplace, adding warmth and charm, whilst a separate family room provides additional space for relaxation.
Practicality is catered for with a useful utility room and a ground floor wet room. The property also benefits from a dedicated office, perfect for home working, and a refitted family bathroom.
Of the four bedrooms, the principal suite enjoys its own en-suite facilities, ensuring privacy and comfort. The outside space is equally impressive and designed for both relaxation and entertaining.
Adjoining the rear of the house is a raised terrace with contemporary glazed panels, offering delightful views over the attractive garden.
A secluded patio provides a peaceful spot for outdoor dining, whilst the remainder of the garden is laid to lawn with well-maintained borders, creating a private and tranquil setting.
A gravelled driveway leads from the road to the rear of the property, providing extensive off-road parking.
The self build plot is located at the rear of the garden and has detailed planning consent for a three bedroomed two storey house.
See East Cambs District Council planning portal for further information. Ref: 25/00181/ful.
Whether you are looking for a family home with space to grow or a character property with modern comforts, this exceptional former farmhouse offers a unique opportunity to enjoy village life within easy reach of Ely.
EPC Rating: D Lounge With double glazed windows with shutters to front, inglenook fireplace with wood burner, brick floor, two built in cupboards, radiator.
Family Room With double glazed windows and shutters to front. Brick fireplace, built in cupboards and display shelves, quarry tiled floor, radiator.
Kitchen Refitted with an attractive range of painted wall and base units, drawers and worksurfaces, butler sink, Rangemaster oven and extractor canopy, beamed ceiling, engineered oak floor, opening to....
Dining/Living Room With bi-fold doors onto the garden, two double glazed windows to rear, engineered oak floor.
Utility With double glazed windows to side and rear, fitted with a range of painted wall and base units with worksurfaces, gas boiler (lpg), plumbing for washing machine, butler sink, beaned ceiling, radiator.
Boot Room With stable style door to outside. Wet Room With double glazed window to front, shower, low level WC, wash basin with vanity unit, vertical radiator.
Inner Hall With stairs to first floor, double glazed window to side, radiator. Bedroom 1 With two double glazed windows to rear, range of fitted wardrobes, radiator.
En-Suite With double glazed window to rear, fitted with a modern suite comprising wash basin, low level WC, shower, radiator.
Bedroom 2 With double glazed window to front, built in wardrobe, open fireplace, radiator. Bedroom 3 With two built in wardrobes, double glazed window to front, radiator.
Bedroom 4 With double glazed window with shutters to front, radiator.
Bathroom With modern suite comprising bath, low level WC, wash basin, bidet, cupboard with hot water cylinder, access to loft, double glazed windows to rear and side, radiator.
Office There is a brick outbuilding which has been converted into an office. The building has been re-roofed, is insulated and has electricity and internet connected.
Lower Garden The vendors obtained planning consent in November 2025 to build a two storey house at the rear of the garden.
Once built this house would comprise on the ground floor, hall, cloakroom, lounge, kitchen/dining room, utility and study whilst on the first floor there will be three bedrooms (one ensuite) and the family bathroom.
The planning reference number is 25/00181/ful and the details can be viewed on the planning portal of East Cambs District Council.
Garden Adjoining the rear of the house is a raised terrace with glazed panels overlooking the garden.
There is also a secluded patio whilst the remainder of the garden is laid to lawn with well maintained borders. To the front/side is a gravelled seating area.
The lower garden is laid to lawn with a range of outbuildings/garages Parking - Driveway There is extensive parking to the rear of the property, as shown in the photographs.
Ownership of the side driveway will belong to the new build property at the rear, with Number 4 retaining access across it to its own large private driveway, which can be fenced and gated if required
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