Location

Knapwell is a small beautiful village situated 8 miles west of the high tech university city of Cambridge between the attractive villages of Elsworth and Bourn. There is access onto the A428 south of the village which leads eastwards to Cambridge and the M11 and A14 and westwards to the A1. The newly improved A14 which leads north west of Cambridge to the A1, M1 & M6 is accessed via the village of Boxworth.

There are two pubs in Elsworth, and one in Boxworth and in Bourn where there are also other facilities and a well regarded Indian restaurant. Shopping facilities are available in the new settlement of Cambourne just off the nearby A428 including a supermarket and comprehensive shopping schooling, recreational and cultural facilities in Cambridge.

For the commuter, there are mainline rail services from St Neots (10.9 miles) into London Kings Cross.

There are well regarded local primary schools in both Elsworth and Bourn and Comberton and Swavesey Village Colleges together with a variety of renowned independent schools in Cambridge and the surrounding region.

(All distances and times are approximate)

Description

This charming Grade II listed timber-framed former farmhouse, with red brick elevations beneath a peg-tiled roof, sits comfortably within established gardens, an orchard, outbuildings and a parcel of agricultural land extending to approximately 9.7 acres. The property enjoys a semi-rural setting within a picturesque village, well placed for Cambridge, major road links and local amenities.

The house retains immense period character with timber beams, sash windows and inglenook-style fireplaces, while offering scope for sympathetic updating and improvement. The ground floor includes a welcoming reception hall with tiled floor, leading to a series of atmospheric reception rooms. The drawing room features a bay window overlooking the gardens, panelled walls and an open fireplace, while the dining room has an Adam-style fireplace, fitted shelving and natural wood floors. A further living room is rich with exposed timbers, fitted shelving and a large inglenook fireplace with oak panelling, complemented by stone tiled flooring.

The kitchen/breakfast room is generously proportioned and fitted with a range of units and integrated appliances, including Neff dishwasher, oven, hob and microwave. There is also a larder, dresser unit and pantry, alongside a laundry room with additional storage. A rear lobby provides access to the terrace and gardens, and there is a cloakroom and useful lean-to storage area connecting to the outbuildings.

Upstairs, a galleried landing leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms, each with their own charm and features such as fireplaces, wash hand basins or built-in wardrobes. The main bathroom includes both bath and walk-in shower. A staircase continues to the second floor, where there is a fifth bedroom and further attic room, both enjoying views over the gardens and orchard.

The house is approached via a gravel driveway, with parking and turning space and a detached timber garage with electric door. To the front, the garden is lawned with mature trees, shrubs and borders. Beyond lies a delightful orchard with fruit trees, a large natural pond, and a terrace adjoining the house for outdoor entertaining. The principal gardens are laid to lawn with herbaceous borders and back directly onto the paddocks, woodland and countryside beyond. The separate paddocks which run along the rear of the property and can be accessed via a five bar gate located further along the High Street. These paddocks offer a fantastic opportunity to create equestrian facilities or for livestock. In all the grounds extend to approximately 9.67 acres.