The Old Vicarage STOW-CUM-QUY •

The Old Vicarage 41 MAIN STREET • STOW-CUM-QUY • CAMBRIDGE • CB25 9AB A Grade II* listed former vicarage in a near Cambridge location with stunning landscaped gardens

Entrance hall • Kitchen/breakfast/family room • Dining room • Drawing room • Scullery Larder • 2 storage rooms (originally pantries) • Library • Wine cellar

Master suite with dressing room and en suite shower • 2 further first floor bedrooms • Study • Bathroom

2 second floor bedrooms • Dressing room • Bathroom • Cinema room/bedroom six • ‘Open’ study area

Stunning landscaped garden and grounds.

In all 1.59 acres

“This is an extremely fine and well preserved example of the very late architectural style of William White, one of the most prominent Victorian architects of his day.”

savills.co.uk Savills Cambridge Unex House, 132-134 Hills Road, Cambridge CB2 8PA Tel: 01223 347147 [email protected] Situation The Old Vicarage is situated in the small village of Stow cum Quy 5 miles to the north east of the high tech University City of Cambridge. Facilities in the village include a post office, convenience store, 2 pubs, a hotel/restaurant and there is a more comprehensive range of shopping, cultural and recreational facilities in Cambridge. The house is well placed for ready access to the A14 to the south of the village which in turn leads west to the M11, A1 and ultimately M1 and M6. Stansted Airport is 31.5 miles to the south. There are good schooling facilities in the area including local schools at and renowned independent schools for all ages in Cambridge itself. Description chamfer-moulded arch with half glazed black gloss panelled terracotta floors leading out to a small courtyard. There are The Old Vicarage is a handsome Grade II* listed mid doors. The impressive inner hall has access to all the principal two further useful storage rooms (one being the former pantry Victorian house, believed to date from 1887 designed by the reception rooms via attractive four-panelled doors. This is an which still retains the original meat hooks) close at hand on well known architect William White. The house is a rare exceptional space with a void through the house to the top the other side of the hall in addition to a utility room and example of a structurally unaltered Victorian vicarage which floor lit by a large Gothic stained glass window and a large access to a good size wine cellar. wooden dog-leg staircase with chamfered square balusters and has also been completely refurbished and cared for by the A small library and cloakroom with WC completes the square newels with moulded caps. current owners to a very exacting standard. Furthermore there downstairs accommodation. The first floor landing is accessed is also the benefit of approved planning for the addition of a The magnificent panelled drawing room has southerly views via the principal staircase leading to three large bedrooms single storey extension to incorporate a large glazed kitchen/ over the gardens through a pretty window and a west facing and a family bathroom. This includes the beautifully designed breakfast/living room to the rear of the property. More deep bay, both with working shutters and an attractive master bedroom with views over the garden which also has information is available at South District working fireplace. The dining room is also well proportioned, the benefit of a large dressing room and en suite shower room. Council, Ref: S/1032/12/FUL. with a west facing window, high quality carpeted floors and an There is also a smaller bedroom currently used as a study. The The house is built of red brick under a pitched red plain tiled open fireplace. stairs continue to the second floor with space for an “open” study, 2 further bedrooms, a large bathroom with freestanding roof, with deep eaves and plain wooden barge boards with The kitchen breakfast room accesses the garden through two bath with glassed shower enclosure and dressing room. There rubbed and moulded brick dressing, and tile hung gables. large doors leading to a Yorkstone south facing terrace. This is another room on this floor which could be an additional attractive space with a square arch between the two rooms Internally, The Old Vicarage retains many lovely period bedroom which is currently used as a home cinema room. A has a working fireplace in the breakfast room framed by features including solid wood floors, original wood fire set of back stairs lead down past a storage room to the ground two gothic arch bookcases on either side. The kitchen is well surrounds with tile or brick inner faces and ceiling cornicing, floor. working shutters and attractive door and window furniture appointed and equipped for modern living with a wide range much of which has been replaced under the stewardship of the of cabinetry and granite work surfaces, a large Falcon range with 5 ring gas hob, fitted dishwasher, double butler sink and The Coach House current owners. The Coach House (over 2 floors) has been converted to a breakfast bar. The original dresser provides additional useful provide a home gym. The property is entered through an attractive two-centred storage. Beside the kitchen is a large traditional scullery with Services Mains electricity, water and drainage, oil fired central heating.

Fixtures and Fittings Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as fitted carpets, light fittings and garden equipment, are specifically excluded but maybe made available for purchase by separate negotiation.

Local Authority District Council

Services Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating.

Outgoings Council Tax: Band G Outside The Old Vicarage is a beautiful home built in keeping with borders. The south terrace leads to sweeping lawns with many fine houses of its time and positioned to give far surrounding mature beds and borders and some interesting Directions From Cambridge head east on the Newmarket Road. Pass reaching southern views to the rear which are still enjoyed ornamental shrubs and trees. There is a gravel pathway over the A14 and take the second exit, continuing then today. beautifully edged with rope-style edging tiles which runs take the first exit on the left onto Church Road towards through the garden via pagodas with climbing honey suckle 1 The front of the property is approached via a sweeping “in & Quy and . After approximately /3 of a and clematis, past deep rose gardens a seating area with a out” gravel drive behind wrought iron parkland fencing and mile turn right onto Main Street. The Old Vicarage is growing frame for roses and through to a pretty orchard area automatic five bar gates leading to the front door. found on the right hand side 100 meters further on. with pear and apple trees. The driveways surround a central deep flower bed with At the southern end, furthest from the house there is a more mature trees and shrubs. To the east side of the house is a Viewings informal area which could be used for children’s games but hard standing parking area framed by the Coach House Strictly by appointment with Savills. has the benefit of power and water and could [subject to the and the small courtyard which houses the boiler room and correct permissions] permit a future owner to build a home a gardeners WC. The gardens are truly exceptional and office or garden room. have been beautifully designed and landscaped to provide a number of distinct areas. To the south of the house is a York There are a vast array of sheds and outbuildings which are stone terrace framed by a dwarf brick wall and herbaceous cleverly screened by mature hedges.

Important Notice Savills and their client give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Photographs and details prepared July 2016. Kingfisher Print and Design. 01803 867087. 16/07/22 VP Ground Floor First Floor

Main House Coach House

First Floor

Second Floor

Ground Floor THE OLD VICARAGE Approximate Gross Internal Area: Main House = 4,873 sq ft / 453 sq m Coach House = 326 sq ft / 30 sq m Outside Small Rooms = 44 sq ft / 4 sq m Not to scale. For identifi cation purposes only.