4 bedroom detached house for sale

Charming Period Home in Prime Village Location

Nestled on a generous plot of 0.62 acres in the heart of a vibrant village, this delightful period property offers a wealth of character. Featuring two gated driveways flanking the house and a substantial brick-built garage/outbuilding, there are ample opportunities for extension or further development, subject to necessary consents.

Upon entering, you are greeted by a reception hall adorned with exposed beams and an inviting open fireplace. The charm continues into a dual aspect study, ideal for a home office. A two-storey extension encompasses a spacious living room, perfect for family gatherings. The kitchen breakfast room, with its large windows and patio door, offers a bright and airy space overlooking the garden. Additional conveniences on the ground floor include a utility room and a cloakroom.

The first floor comprises four bedrooms, three of which are generous doubles. These rooms are accessed via a landing featuring full-height glazing, providing a potential study or reading nook with views of the garden. The family bathroom and a separate cloakroom complete this floor.

The expansive garden is predominantly laid to lawn, dotted with mature trees. It also includes a vegetable garden and two greenhouses. The outbuilding, which includes two garages and a workshop, offers the potential to create an annexe, subject to consents.

The property is ideally located within walking distance of a wide range of village amenities, including shops such as a pharmacy, butchers, and village store. There is also a highly regarded primary school, with excellent road and rail links nearby.

Village Life

Brampton boasts an historic village green and memorial garden within the main playing fields. Surrounded by open countryside, the village offers numerous local walks, including Brampton Wood, the second largest ancient woodland in Cambridgeshire, and Hinchingbrooke Park with its diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife. The village features a variety of shops, a post office, and medical, dental, and veterinary services, as well as several public houses. The Garden Centre, with its award-winning café, caters to gardening enthusiasts, and Brampton Park’s 18-hole golf course. The Memorial Playing Fields and Centre are popular venues for community events and private functions.

Transport Links

Brampton is conveniently located approximately two miles south-west of Huntingdon and 20 miles from Cambridge, with direct access to the A1 and A14. Huntingdon mainline rail station, about two miles away, offers fast trains to London King’s Cross in approximately 50 minutes. Regular bus services connect the village to Huntingdon and St Neots.

Education

The village is home to two well-regarded day nurseries and Brampton Village Primary School. Nearby, Buckden CofE Primary School, approximately 2.5 miles away, is highly regarded. Secondary education is available in Huntingdon at Hinchingbrooke School and St Peter’s School, both with strong reputations. The prestigious Kimbolton School, an independent day and boarding school, is around 12 miles away.

This property offers a unique opportunity to enjoy village life with excellent amenities and transport links, set in a picturesque and historic location.

Agents Notes: 10% Overage Agreement on any profits from land development.