College Farm House, 70 North End, Meldreth 2 College Farm House, 70 North End, Meldreth, Cambridgeshire (Postal Address: Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 6NT)

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A substantial period house with beautifully presented accommodation set within delightful landscaped gardens of about 1 acre, in this popular south Cambridgeshire village.

Cambridge 9 miles, Royston 4 miles, Meldreth Railway Station 1 mile, M11 (Junction 10) 7 miles (distances are approximate).

Gross Internal Floor Area: 4,384 sq ft (407 sq m)

Ground Floor: Reception Hall, Cloakroom, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Study, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Larder, Utility Room, Guest Bedroom 6 with Shower Room.

First Floor: 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bath/Shower Rooms (3 En-Suite).

Outside: Parking for Several Cars. Brick Outbuilding comprising Garaging, Former Stable, Stonecross Tack Room and Store Room. Delightful Established Gardens. Trumpington High Street Cambridge CB2 9SU In all the property comprises 1.07 acres (0.435 hectares). t: 01223 841842 e: [email protected] f: 01223 840721 Please read Important Notice on the last page of text bidwells.co.uk Particulars of Sale

Situation Description The present owners purchased the property in 2008 and have since carried out a Meldreth is a popular village lying about 9 miles Formerly owned by Christ's College, Cambridge, comprehensive programme of refurbishment south-west of Cambridge and about 4 miles the property is believed to have been used to and improvements. These include refitting of the north-east of Royston. Local facilities include a accommodate Fellows during the plague in Kitchen/Breakfast Room and Bathrooms, post office, general store, greengrocers/florist, 1666. Although not listed, the origins of the rewiring, installation of a new central heating butcher, railway station and a primary school. house are understood to date from the early and plumbing systems and the creation of Secondary school education is available just 1600s with alterations and additions in the 2 stylish En-Suite Bath/Shower Rooms. 1 mile away at Melbourn Village College. 1800s, 1930s and 1970s.

The University city of Cambridge provides an attractive combination of ancient and modern buildings, colleges, winding lanes, extensive shopping and cultural facilities together with an excellent choice of independent schools on the south and west sides of the city. Cambridge is not only world renowned for its academic achievements but has also become the centre of the "high-tech" industry with the University Research and Development Laboratories, the internationally renowned Cambridge Science Park and Addenbrooke's Hospital/Biomedical Campus which is the largest centre of health, science and medical research in Europe.

London commuters are well served by road or rail with the easily accessible road network of the A10, A505 and M11. An alternative to the village railway station is a fast commuter service from Royston to King's Cross in 38 minutes. Particulars of Sale

The result is a superbly presented house which 6 gas burners and extractor fan over, 5 further Bedrooms at first floor level and successfully combines the convenience of space for American style fridge/freezer 4 well appointed Bath/Shower Rooms modern day living with the charm and character and 3 feature arched windows providing a (3 En-Suite) including a superb Master of the original period building. delightful outlook over the Kitchen Bedroom with built-in wardrobes and Garden. contemporary En-Suite including oval bath Particular features of note include: and walk-in shower with waterfall shower * Ground Floor Bedroom 6 with adjacent unit. * Spacious accommodation over two floors Shower Room ideal for guests, dependent extending to an impressive 4,384 sq ft relatives or an au pair. (407 sq m) providing tremendous versatility for a variety of family needs.

* High ceilings and deep sash windows providing a light and airy feel throughout.

* Deep skirtings, panelled doors, open fireplaces, exposed original beams and exposed timber floors.

* Superb dual aspect Drawing Room with open brick fireplace and bay window to front aspect with French doors to garden.

* Elegant dual aspect Dining Room with open fireplace with marble surround and hearth.

* Magnificent Family Room 29' 4" x 15' (8.93m x 4.61m) with wood burning stove, stone hearth, surround and mantel. Range of floor to ceiling cabinets, bookshelves and display shelving and arched openings to:-

* Stylish refitted Kitchen/Breakfast Room with range of matching base and wall cabinets, granite worksurfaces, integrated dishwasher and wine cooler, gas Rangemaster with twin ovens, grill, Particulars of Sale

Services * Gas fired central heating with Local Authority pressurised hot water. South Cambridgeshire District Council – All mains services are connected to the property. t: 03450 450500 * Security alarm system. Fixtures and Fittings Outgoings Outside All items normally designated as tenant's fixtures and fittings including curtains and light fittings, are The property is set back from the road and Council Tax Band: H Council Tax Payable 2015/16: £3,179.00 expressly excluded from the sale. However, certain approached through electronically operated items may be available by separate negotiation. entrance gates which lead to an extensive gravelled parking area on the south-western side of the house. The driveway extends to a useful brick and slate Outbuilding comprising Former Stable 16' x 16' (4.88m x 4.88m), Tack Room 16' x 5' 11" (4.88m x 1.80m) and 2 Garages 16' x 16' (4.88m x 4.88m) and 16' x 12' (4.88m x 3.66m).

The Gardens

The house stands well within its large and attractive gardens which are a particularly fine feature of the property. There is a wide expanse of lawn to the south and south-east sides with a variety of mature trees, well stocked flower and shrub beds, large natural pond and gravelled seating area with fire pit.

There is a childrens' play area situated to the north of the house and adjoining the north- western elevation is a delightful Kitchen Garden with well stocked flower and shrub beds, gravelled and paved footpaths and extensive paved terracing.

In all the property comprises 1.07 acres (0.435 hectares) Particulars of Sale

Tenure and Possession No assumptions should be made that the property Bidwells LLP is a limited liability partnership has all necessary planning, building regulation or registered in England & Wales (registered number The property is for sale freehold with vacant other consents. Bidwells LLP have not carried out a OC344553). Registered head office is Bidwell House, possession on completion. survey, nor tested the services, appliances or Trumpington Road, Cambridge CB2 9LD, where a list facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by of members is available for inspection. Viewing inspection or otherwise.

By prior telephone appointment with Bidwells t: 01223 841842.

Enquiries to:

Chris Carey

Health and Safety

In the interest of Health and Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting any property.

Energy Performance Certificate

Rating: F

Important Notice

These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements or representatives of fact. Bidwells LLP has no authority to make or give in writing or verbally any representation or warranties in relation to the property. Any areas of measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. Ground Floor Plan First Floor Plan Site and Location Plans The plans below are not to scale and are provided for identification purposes only OS Licence No: ES100017734

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