4 bedroom detached house for sale

Period home located at the end of a country lane, within walking distance of the village centre. The grounds contain a self-contained detached two bedroom annexe which, until recently, has been running as a successful Airbnb.

The property is beautifully presented with modernised bathrooms and kitchen. Period features such as exposed beams and original fireplaces are found throughout the light-filled accommodation. The heart of this charming home is the kitchen/breakfast and dining room, offering the best of open plan and separate rooms. A brick inglenook with oak bressummer sits between the two spaces, boasting a wood-burning stove in the dining room and an Aga in the kitchen breakfast room. The kitchen has been fitted with shaker-style units and granite work surfaces, with double doors opening onto the gardens. A large pantry provides superb storage, while an entrance hall offers plenty of space for coats and boots after enjoying the surrounding countryside. A utility cloakroom adds practicality. The drawing room is a wonderful space in any season, with a beautiful brick fireplace for cozy winter evenings and a glazed door to the garden for spring and summer. There is also a study that could be used as an additional bedroom on the ground floor.

Upstairs, the three bedrooms are well served by an en suite to the principal and a family bathroom. The spacious landing, with a charming brick chimney breast, is large enough to be used as a study, library, or play area. The location and gardens are just as splendid.

The generous plot has field views, open lawn areas, and a gravel drive, with electric gates, providing parking and turning. Between the carport and workshop/shed and separate outbuilding, there is ample outside storage. The carport is equipped with a newly installed 7KW electric vehicle charger. An abundance of mature specimen trees in and around the plot provide an exceptional level of privacy.

The two-bedroom annexe, set away from the house, has been a successful Airbnb but would also make an ideal permanent home for older or extended family.

Seller Insight
“The Old Union House has been our cherished family home for the past five years. Originally constructed in the early 1700s, the house still boasts period features such as the remnants of the bread ovens that once baked loaves to nourish farm labourers. Though the property was lovingly restored in the 1970s by the village's then GP, transforming it into a family home. The previous owners further modernised it in the early 2000s, and again further by ourselves while we have been here.”

“What initially drew us to the Old Union House was its rarity and uniqueness. Known and admired by everyone in the village, this house on Old Church Lane captivates all with its character and charm.”

“The grand inglenook fireplace and wood burner in the living room have been the heart of our home, serving as the focal point for family gatherings, movie nights, and Christmas celebrations. The in-and-out kitchen and patio area are perfect for entertaining during the summer months. We have hosted numerous seasonal holidays, birthdays, and christenings between the house and the lodge, accommodating dozens of guests and their dogs for our largest family events.”

“The views from the house are breath-taking, with endless fields of barley and wheat stretching out to a solitary oak tree, behind which the sun sets beautifully in the summer months. I will dearly miss watching the summer harvest and waking to the lovely chorus of birds each morning.”

“Among the major renovations we undertook were the rebuilding of the chimney stacks and converting a tired cattle shed into a stylishly clad two-bay carport and home gym. We also devoted considerable time to decorating the interior and reclaiming an unloved garden.”

“Situated on the doorstep of the Cambridgeshire countryside and the Greenwich Meridian Trail, the only traffic here consists of dog walkers and the occasional tractor. The village school and pub are conveniently within walking distance.”

“As the last house on the lane, our only neighbours are the friendly farmers across the way, along with the occasional muntjac, rabbit, and squirrel. Our neighbours have been fantastic and have been very willing to lend a hand when needed.”

“The local playgroup and primary school have been wonderful for our two young children, providing a gateway into the local community. Our social circle has grown to include the mums and dads of the village, creating lasting friendships.”

“I will miss so much about our home – driving past the long Leylandii hedge, turning the corner, and hearing the gravel crunch beneath the tires as the old brick house comes into view is a memory I will always treasure.”

Village Information
The small historic village of Colne lies about 8 miles east of Huntingdon, 4 miles east of St Ives and 11 miles North of Cambridge. Within the village is a delightful church, St Helens dating from the 14th century and lies within the conservation area, the Colne Parish Council and the 17 th century village pub, The Green Man, with its popular restaurant. The nearby villages of Bluntisham and Somersham have more amenities including: a village hall, GP surgery, farm shop, recreation ground with sports pavilion, football pitches and cricket club as well as cafes, pubs and restaurants. Both St Ives and Huntingdon have bustling high streets, weekly markets, the major supermarkets, bars and restaurants as well as a wide variety of sports and leisure facilities and clubs to suit all ages and abilities.

Transport
The A14 is a short drive away and provides easy access into Cambridge and links to the A1, M11 and the national road network. Huntingdon has a mainline train station with fast commuter links into London King’s Cross in under an hour whilst nearby St Ives has the Guided Busway service to Cambridge Science Park and Cambridge city centre.

Education
The nearest primary school is the well-regarded St Helens in Bluntisham with the villages of Holywell, Over and Willingham (1 to 4 miles away) all having well regarded primary schools. Abbey College in Ramsey, Swavesey Village College and St Ivo Academy in St Ives all offer secondary education. There is also a wide range of independent day schools offering primary and secondary education in Cambridge.

Agents Notes
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 1700s
EPC: E
Local Authority: Huntingdon District Council
Council Tax Band: F


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