7 bedroom detached house for sale

CLASSIC TRADITION AND MODERN ELEGANCE

Stepping through the large original rectory door on the side of the house leads you to an ENTRANCE VESTIBULE.  The classic exposed brickwork and tiled flooring leads into the HALLWAY, where there is attractive architrave and picture rail surround and high skirting boards, which is a common theme throughout the property. It’s an impressive and suitably striking entrance to a home that offers joy as well as charm and stylish character.

To the left of the HALLWAY is the FAMILY ROOM with an arch to the DINING ROOM.  

The FAMILY ROOM is simple elegance from the decor to the exposed beam overhead. The feature fireplace, with its exposed wood mantle and raised brick hearth, adds character and charm. An inset log burner offers cosy comfort in winter, whilst the dual aspect Georgian style windows to the front and sides ensure natural light. A recessed alcove to the side provides display space or shelves for books; although, walking through the arch will reveal plenty of space for your library.

The DINING ROOM delivers character features from the stripped wooden floorboards to the feature brick fireplace, and the The Georgian style sash window to the side has folding wooden shutters, offering a view to the garden. Either side of the fireplace, two walls are adorned with fitted bookshelves.

A doorway leads from the dining room into the large SIDE HALLWAY that is ideal for visiting friends and family due to the access to the driveway and garage. This welcoming space also has a feature open fireplace and a picture rail surround and an attractive dog leg staircase rising to the first floor.

Entering the side hallway from the driveway, there is a CLOAKROOM with low-level flush WC, vanity wash hand basin, feature window to the front, and Georgian style window overlooking the driveway. There is also book shelving and cupboard space.

On the opposite side of the hallway is a further CLOAKROOM / STOREROOM, which is ideal for coats, and shoes.

Off the side hallway and opposite the dining room is the comfortable SITTING ROOM, a peaceful haven with glazed French doors overlooking the garden. There are stripped wooden high skirting boards, and a picture rail surround.  and exposed timber ceiling beam The open fire has a feature brick fire surround, on a raised hearth.  The quirky original feature that could be a throwback to entertaining guests is the serving hatch leading to the breakfast room. 

Returning to the main HALLWAY, opposite the family room is a beautiful stripped wooden door leading into the BREAKFAST ROOM.  With exposed timbers on one part of the wall and stripped wooden floorboards, this has a real farmhouse feel to it including inset cupboard space and drawers with recessed shelving above. This attractive room has light pouring in through the Georgian style window to the side and is also a social space with a doorway leading into the KITCHEN.

Tastefully and artfully refitted, this quality KITCHEN has a high ceiling Georgian style window to the side courtyard and door and a further window out to the rear garden. The solid wood work surfaces include an inset, Belfast sink with mixer taps, tiled splashbacks, and a John Lewis fitted gas 6 burner range with matching extractor hood over. Adding extra work and storage space is a centralised workstation with drawers and shelving. The exposed brick flooring continues the farmhouse style and enhances the impression that this is a kitchen to be used and enjoyed.  

There is an additional REAR HALLWAY.  This entrance is actually used the majority of the time by family and friends and it has an enclosed lobby area with a window to the front and door to the front.

Off this rear hallway there is a large and convenient PANTRY storage space and also a door to the quite beautiful STUDY, a room to inspire anyone working from home or looking to indulge with their own project or hobbies.  Three sides are exposed brick and the fourth has multi pane French double doors with windows either side to the garden. There is an additional window to the side and brick flooring. 

FIRST FLOOR

The dog leg staircase with detailed balustrading rises to the first floor, where there is a storage cupboard, 5 bedrooms and a family bathroom.  The decorating and style throughout these rooms is elegant simplicity and offers new owners the chance to move straight in with comfort and confidence. 

The current PRINCIPAL BEDROOM is bright and spacious, and has stripped wooden flooring and a glazed multi-pane sash window overlooking the rear garden. The wooden flooring continues into the en-suite bathroom that has a bath, shower cubicle, low level wc and handbasin. 

On the other side of the main landing is the BEDROOM TWO / GUEST with a double glazed window to the side. This artfully decorated room is a superb and welcoming guest suite that showcases an attractive feature brick fireplace. The  ensuite comprises a bath, low-level flush WC, vanity wash hand basin, walk-in shower cubicle with tiled surround, and a double glazed Georgian style window to the side. 

You have great options with the large BEDROOM THREE that has a jack and jill style entrance to the family bathroom and direct views of the church from the window to the front. Walking across the stripped wooden floorboards towards the window there is a double inset wardrobe to the side freeing up extra space. 

In between the guest bedroom and principal bedroom is BEDROOM FOUR that benefits from a double built in wardrobe and a feature iron fireplace with shelving above and a wooden surround. This is perfectly suited to its current use as a child’s bedroom and also has a multi pane window to the side.

The FAMILY BATHROOM comprises a panelled bath with tiled splashbacks, a vanity wash hand basin, low-level flush WC, and a double shower cubicle. There is also a double glazed multi-pane sash window to the side. There is a door to bedroom 3 and onto the main landing.

The final room on this floor is BEDROOM FIVE that has shelving to the chimney breast, storage cupboards with wood panelling, and a window to the side. Just outside this room is a “secret” staircase that leads down to the breakfast room and has been at the centre of some great hide-and-seek games!

Going back to the main staircase we can ascend to the SECOND FLOOR which has three rooms and a WC (with handbasin), and could make an ideal teenager suite. 

BEDROOM SIX is currently used as an additional office and has enough room for a large desk, a sofa, and drawers and shelving.

Currently there is a large STORAGE ROOM with a window to the front, which is accessed by BEDROOM SEVEN that has a feature window with views of the church and a double storage closet. 

OUTSIDE

Amongst the peaceful settings of Burwell House you can be transported amongst the tranquil gardens. With privacy guaranteed as the grounds are not directly overlooked, you can enjoy the lawns and array of shrubs and flower beds and indulge your green fingers, or simply sit back and literally smell the roses! 

Winding paths take you through areas left to meadow that attract a variety of wildlife. It has been carefully maintained and mowed to support the natural habitat and the garden also includes a peaceful pond complete with a water feature and fish. There are a number of fruit trees, including apple and plum and a stroll through the pergola is an absolute delight, especially when in flower. 

To the front the lawns are fringed with mature trees and bushes that provide some seclusion for the house. There is a gravel driveway providing ample parking and turning area that leads to the large DETACHED GARAGE with side and rear windows and side entrance door. During lockdown, this was decorated and used as an entertaining area when COVID rules allowed. It became such a popular room that demand was high from family and friends to leave in situ when the world returned to normal and it now plays a central part in family occasions . 

The side COURTYARD GARDEN benefits from astutely arranged plant containers that create an enclosed area with a variety of colourful shrubs and plants throughout the year; the highlight is the large wisteria that delights with its aroma each year. 

KEY INFORMATION - 

Property Type                                  Detached

Bedrooms                                         7

Council Tax                                      Band G

Square footage                                4101 sq ft plus outbuildings 4500sq ft  (approximately)

EPC Rating                                       NA

Age                                                   1714

Last sold date                                   2000

Title Number                                    CB227134

Plot size                                             0.74 acres

Heating                                             Oil Fired Central Heating

Tenure                                               Freehold

Walls                                                  TBC

LOCAL AREA

Local Authority                                Cambridgeshire

Flood Risk River & Seas                  Very low

Flood Risk surface water               Very Low

Conservation Area                          No

CONNECTIVITY

Estimated broadband speeds:

Standard                               7  mbps

Superfast                              1000 mbps

Ultrafast                                 mbps

Cable/Satellite TV availability

BT                   Yes

Sky                  Yes

Mobile Signals (based on calls indoors)

Ee                   Amber

3 (Three)        Amber

O2                  Amber

Vodafone       Amber

●        Green -           Likely to have good coverage.

●        Amber -         You may experience some problems.

●        Red -              You should not expect to receive a signal.

SCHOOLS

Primary        

The Rackham CofE  Primary School               1.3 miles

Wilburton CofE Primary School                       2.21 miles

Sutton CofE Primary School                            2.25 miles

Secondary

Witchford Village College                                 '1.54  miles

Ely College                                                          4.3 miles

Ely Kings (Private)                                                3.69 miles

TRANSPORT (NATIONAL)

National Rail Stations

Ely                                                                 3.88 Miles

Trunk Roads/Motorways

M11 J14                                                        11.42 miles

M11 J13                                                         12.64 miles

M11 J12                                                          14.17miles

M11 J11                                                          15.84 miles

M11 J10                                                           19.88 miles

Airports/Helipads

Cambridge Airport                                     12.15 miles

Stansted airport                                          34.4 miles

Luton Airport                                               miles

TRANSPORT (LOCAL)

Bus stops

Church Road                                               0.23 miles

New Road                                                    0.62 miles

Granta Close                                                0.93 miles

10 year history of average house prices by property type in CB25

Detached                  +79.46 %

Semi-Detached       +79.21%

Terraced                    +72.95%

 VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS:

By appointment only.  Call or text Gavin Human during or after office hours.

REMOTE VIEWING TOUR:

Traditional property viewings are still vital when it comes to finding the right house. However, making these arrangements can be tricky and complicated, juggling work and home life commitments, or simply finding enough time if moving into a new area and traveling some distance.

Booking a Remote Viewing Tour puts YOU firmly in control. Arrange a day and time that is convenient for you to “look around” and I will be at the property at the appointed time to walk you around the house using WhatsApp or Facetime. The Viewing Tour can be as quick or as long as you like, making sure you have a good look round, focussing on the rooms that are important to you. This will hopefully help you decide to arrange an in person viewing at a later date.

HAVE YOU GOT A HOUSE TO SELL:

If you are thinking of moving and have yet to put your house on the market, or if you are on with another estate agent and have yet to find a buyer, I would welcome the opportunity of sharing my 30 years of estate agency experience with you. Please call Gavin Human for a free, confidential valuation and marketing review with no obligation. 

PLEASE NOTE -Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government License v3.0. The information contained within this report is for general information purposes and to act as a guide. 

Sprift Technologies aggregate this date from a wide variety of sources and while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, of the information or related graphics contained within this report for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this report.