Mount Pleasant Farm, Heath Road, Gamlingay SG19 3LH

Mount Pleasant Farm, Heath Road, Gamlingay SG19 3LH

A most impressive country residence set in a tranquil rural location within commuting distance of . The gardens, stables, lake and land offer a lifestyle opportunity for those wanting an accessible country property with amenity potential.

11.540 hectares (28.52 acres)

Biggleswade 6 miles 19 miles London 50 miles (All distances are approximate)

For sale as a Whole by Private Treaty

Enquiries to: Robyn Williams/Jane Mynott Trumpington Road Cambridge CB2 9LD t 01223 559352 e [email protected] / [email protected] bidwells.co.uk Please read Agents Notes on the last page of text Introduction The accommodation extends to 2,537 sq ft The Kitchen/Breakfast Room is fully fitted The sale of Mount Pleasant Farm provides an (235 sq m) and comprises an Entrance Hall off which incorporating a single drainer sink, Neff fitted excellent opportunity to acquire a country residence, are three reception rooms: a light double aspect appliances including oven, electric hob, extractor set amongst wonderful gardens and grounds, which Drawing Room with a marble open fireplace and hood, dishwasher and Miele integrated fridge. A enjoys a tranquil yet accessible setting on the French doors to the garden terrace, a double aspect Utility Room (with single drainer sink unit and a range outskirts of the village of Gamlingay. The Property Dining Room and a large Sitting Room with brick of fitted units), has access to the boarded roof space was formerly part of Mount Pleasant Brick and Tile fireplace and Calor gas fitted fire, bay window and over this part of the Property via an extending loft Works and includes an immaculate four bedroom a stable door leading to rear garden. A Cloakroom ladder. A Boiler Room (housing the oil-fired central farmhouse with well-proportioned accommodation, with WC and wash hand basin completes this part of heating boiler and water softener) and a second and is ideal for those with an interest in wildlife and the house. Cloakroom lead off the utility room. leisure pursuits.

Situation and Access Situated amidst attractive countryside on the / border, Mount Pleasant Farm is set back off Heath Road and is accessed via electronic wrought iron gates from which a sweeping gravel driveway leads up to the Property. Gamlingay is well served with local shops providing for day to day needs, whilst a number of good schools are located in Cambridge (approximately 19 miles away). A main line railway service to London (Kings Cross), in approximately 48 minutes, is available from Sandy (approximately four miles away). This, and the close proximity of the A1 (M), place Mount Pleasant Farm within good commuting distance of the capital.

Mount Pleasant Farmhouse Mount Pleasant Farm has been the family home of the present owners for almost 25 years and was significantly extended prior to their occupation. The farmhouse has light double aspect rooms and a number of charming features which add to the character of the Property. Constructed of rendered brick under a tile roof the farmhouse has double glazed sash and casement windows throughout.

The first floor accommodation comprises a wide Stables and Outbuildings Landing with two access points to the roof space Timber Stable Block comprising four boxes with an above. There are Four Double Bedrooms including adjoining Tack Room and Hay Store. a Master Bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes and dressing table and an En-Suite Bathroom with In addition there is a range of useful outbuildings spa bath, separate shower, low level WC and wash including a three bay Car Port, a charming Old Dairy hand basin. Bedroom four is a small double currently Parlour (currently used for storage) and adjoining used as a study. A Family Bathroom with shower Barn/Workshop approximately 7.60m x 4.11m unit over the bath, pedestal wash hand basin, low (25’ x13’6”) of brick construction with a pantile roof. level WC and an airing cupboard with hot water All the outbuildings and stables have exterior security cylinder and immersion heater completes the first lighting (dusk to dawn). floor accommodation.

Land, Lake and Gardens Gardens Mount Pleasant Farmhouse is surrounded by delightful formal gardens with mature trees (including a mix of Ash, Beech, Chestnut, Holly, Lime and Oak), an orchard, terrace and duck pond.

Lake Formerly a brick and tile quarry, the lake at Mount Pleasant Farm extends to approximately two acres and forms one of this Property’s prime features. Partly screened by trees and with its own island, the lake provides a tranquil retreat and haven for wildlife. The lake has previously been stocked with carp.

Land Mount Pleasant Farm extends in total to 2. An annual hay cropping licence (which is due The Purchaser will be deemed to have full knowledge 11.540 hectares (28.52 acres) shown shaded pink to terminate 30 November 2014) in respect of and have satisfied themselves as to the provision of on the sale plan and includes a number of paddocks the southern field extending to approximately any such matter affecting the Property, in particular: divided by a mix of post and rail fencing, mature 6.773 hectares (16.74 acres). The licensee uses hedgerows and trees along the boundaries. the track marked A-B on the sale plan to access 1. Electricity wayleaves over the Property; the field. To the south of the property is a large tree lined grass 2. By way of a Statutory Declaration the benefit of field extending to approximately 6.773 hectares a right of way, with or without vehicles, along the (16.74 acres). Title Register track from Heath Road marked A-B on the sale The Property is Registered Title under the following plan; number CB83443. Services and Security 3. A public footpath crosses the south western Mount Pleasant Farm is connected to mains water boundary shown by a purple dotted line on the and electricity, oil fired central heating and drainage Council Tax sale plan. is via a private Klargester. The Property also benefits Band G; £2,689.80 is payable for the financial year to 31 March 2015. from a burglar alarm, electronically operated gates Boundaries with video entry phone system and security lighting. The Vendors and the Vendors’ Agents will do their Planning The stables have electricity and water whilst the best to specify the ownership of boundary hedges, Mount Pleasant Farm is located within the boundary paddocks are connected to water. fences and ditches but will not be bound to determine of District Council (SCDC). these. The Purchaser will have to satisfy themselves The Property is located outside the development as to the ownership of any boundaries. Where known, Energy Efficiency Rating boundary of nearby settlements and is within a boundary maintenance responsibilities are shown by The property has an Energy Efficiency Rating of F. Nitrate Vulnerable Zone. Part of the Property is within T marks on the sale plan. a waste water treatment works safeguarding area.

Method of Sale There are a number of historic planning permissions Timber, Sporting and Mineral Rights The freehold interest is offered for sale by Private relating to the Property, details are available from Timber, sporting and mineral rights are included in so Treaty as a whole. SCDC. far as they are owned.

A number of the trees at the property are subject to Tenure Plans, Areas and Schedules The property is available freehold with Vacant Tree Preservation Orders including Order Number 01/83/SC. Plans attached to the particulars are based upon the Possession subject to: Ordnance Survey National Grid and are for reference only. The Purchaser will be deemed to have satisfied 1. A grazing licence in respect of the land and stable Wayleaves, Easements, Covenants and block shown edged and coloured in red on the themselves of the land as scheduled. sale plan. Notice has been served to terminate Rights of Way the licence with effect from 28 February 2015. The The Property will be sold subject to and with the benefit Viewing of all existing wayleaves, easements, covenants and licensee uses the Property’s driveway to access Viewings are strictly by appointment through Bidwells. rights of way whether or not disclosed. the paddocks and stables. Please telephone Robyn Williams or Jane Mynott 01223 559352. Postcode Any fixtures, fittings or equipment shown on the are for guidance only and are not necessarily SG19 3LH photographs are not necessarily included in the sale. comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all necessary planning, building Health and Safety Fixtures and Fittings regulation or other consents. Bidwells LLP has not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, We would ask you to be as vigilant as possible for All items normally designated as tenant’s fixtures appliances or facilities. Purchasers shall be deemed your own personal safety when making an inspection and fittings including fitted carpets, curtains and to have full knowledge of the state and condition as of this property especially in regard to the pond and light fittings are expressly excluded from the sale. to the ownership of any tree, boundary or any part lake that exist on the site and the electric fencing to However, certain items may be available by separate of the property. Purchasers must satisfy themselves the paddock areas. negotiation. by inspection or otherwise. In interest of Health & Safety, please ensure that you take due care when VAT Agents Notes inspecting the property. In the event that Value Added Tax is or becomes For clarification Bidwells LLP wish to inform payable in respect of the property or assets sold the prospective purchasers that we have prepared these Bidwells LLP is a limited liability partnership Purchaser in addition to the consideration will pay to sales particulars as a general guide. These particulars registered in and Wales (registered number the Vendors the full amount such Value Added Tax. do not form part of any offer or contract and should OC344553). Registered head office is Bidwell House, not be relied upon as statements or representatives Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 9LD, where a Photographs of fact. Bidwells LLP has no authority to make or give list of members is available for inspection. in writing or verbally any representation or warranties The photographs in these particulars were taken in in relation to the property. Measurements of distance September 2014 andd one taken in December 2007. are approximate. The text, photographs and plans ® ®

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Legend Site Area: 11.540ha (28.52ac) Rights of Way Public Footpath Public Bridleway

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