Leycourt Road, Great Gransden, Sandy SG19 3AS

Leycourt Eltisley Road, Great Gransden, Sandy, SG19 3AS

Cambridge 13 miles, 12 miles, (fast train service to King’s Cross) 7 miles, A1 8 miles, (distances are approximate).

A rare opportunity to acquire a wonderful village house of considerable charm and character, with extensive accommodation over 2 floors, a range of outbuildings, tennis court and wonderful established gardens and grounds overlooking open countryside.

Gross internal floor area: 6,162 sq ft (572.5 sq m) including barn and annexe Garage: 247 sq ft (23 sq m) Outbuildings: 1,229 sq ft (114.2 sq m)

Ground Floor: Entrance Hall, Sitting Room, Drawing Room, Library, Dining Room, Shower Room, Kitchen, Utility Room, Inner Lobby, Cloakroom, Studio/Party Room

First Floor: 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bath/Shower Rooms (2 En Suite)

Annexe: Sitting Room/Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom, Utility/Boot Room

Outside: Barn, Stables, Car Port, Tack Room, Workshop, Garage, Gardens, Tennis Court, Paddock

In total the property comprises 6.86 acres (2.777 hectares)

Please read Important Notice on the floor plan page.

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Cambridge Office Cambridge Office Stonecross, Trumpington High Street, Cambridge CB2 9SU Unex House, 132-134 Hills Road, Cambridge CB2 8PA T: 01223 841842 F: 01223 840721 T: 01223 347000 Description Dating from approximately 1860, Leycourt is a charming period farmhouse constructed from attractive red brick elevations under slate and pantile roofs. In 1984 the current vendor added a 2 storey extension to the front of the property to create a drawing room and superb principal bedroom. The work was carried out to an extremely high standard with materials sourced to ensure the extension blends seamlessly with the original building.

The well proportioned accommodation extends to an impressive 6,162 sq ft (572.5 sq m) and offers tremendous versatility, suitable for a variety of uses and is flooded with light from large sash windows. Although the property has been beautifully maintained over the years, it provides prospective purchasers with a wonderful opportunity to acquire a substantial family home which can be reconfigured to their own particular taste and standard.

Historical Note Constructed with red brick foundations, timber frame and weatherboard clad elevations under a pantile roof, the barn at Leycourt is Grade II listed being of architectural or historical interest and dating from the late 18th century or early 19th century. Outside Leycourt, which is set well back from the road is approached via a long, tree lined gravel driveway and through an electronically operated gate leading to the charming courtyard which is surrounded by the house and outbuildings. Ample parking space is available within the courtyard along with a double Car Port with 2 electric charging points and Garage 15’8 x 15’7 sq ft (4.78m x 4.76m) with double timber doors, power and light, currently used as a store room. The courtyard features a variety of shrub and flower beds which include an olive tree and delightful raised rose garden.

The remaining outbuildings comprise a Workshop 20’8 x 15’2 (6.31m x 4.63m) with electric up and over door, power and light, Tack Room 15’5 x 8’0 (4.70m x 2.43m), 4 Stables and Grade II listed Barn 43’2 x 18’3 (13.16m x 5.56m).

The beautifully maintained gardens and grounds are a particularly fine feature of the property. Mature trees and bushes provide a high level of privacy and there is a large area of well-maintained lawn, interspersed with a wide variety of shrubs, flower beds, bushes and trees, including small orchard. A charming paved terrace adjoins the westerly elevation and provides a delightful area for al fresco dining or relaxation while enjoying views over the gardens. To the south of the stables lies an informal area of garden containing a large shrub bed with a wide variety of flowers and plants including a plum tree. There is also a vegetable garden and Greenhouse, and access to a fenced, hard surface Tennis Court and Paddock, which enjoys unspoilt views over open countryside. Property Highlights • Extensive accommodation extending to 6,162 sq ft (572.5 sq m) including self-contained annexe and the potential to reconfigure for a variety of uses • Superb dual aspect Drawing Room 20’3 x 14’8 (6.17m x 4.46m) accessed via double French doors, with Jetmaster wood burning open fire with decorative timber mantle, and bay window with doors leading to the terrace • Sitting Room with Italian ceramic tile flooring, wood burning stove and sash window overlooking a delightful rose garden • Elegant Library 15’9 x 14’10 (4.80m x 4.51m) with decorative cornicing, fireplace with attractive marble surround and timber mantle, shelving and window seat to one wall and full height bay window with French doors providing wonderful views of the gardens • Generous Dining Room 15’1 x 14’9 (4.60m x 4.50m) which is currently configured as a home office • Kitchen with 4 oven Aga, wide range of matching wall and base cabinets, dresser, Corian work surfaces, integrated electric oven, hob, dishwasher and fridge, and central island with marble work top • Large Utility Room with wide range of storage cupboards, wine racks and spaces for free standing washing machine and tumble-dryer • 5 excellent double Bedrooms and 4 Bath/Shower Rooms (2 En Suite) arranged over the first floor including a spacious dual aspect Principal Bedroom with built in wardrobes and En Suite Bath/Shower Room with ‘Jack and Jill’ sinks, WC, bidet, bath and separate walk in shower Property Highlights • Impressive Studio/Party Room 34’6 x 14’7 (10.52m x 4.45m) featuring a pitched roof with exposed beams and skylights and Karndean flooring; ideal for a variety of uses including parties, exercise studio/gym, home working or additional dining space suitable for entertaining on a grand scale. • Self-contained Annexe comprising Sitting Room/ Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom and Utility/Boot Room which would be ideal for a dependent relative, au pair or letting opportunity • Beautiful gardens and grounds comprising formal gardens, paddock and fenced hard surface tennis court • Substantial Grade II listed Barn of 43’2 x 18’3 (13.16m x 5.56m) which is suitable for a variety of uses or ideal for conversion, subject to the necessary consents being obtained • Excellent range of outbuildings including 4 Stables, Tack Room, Workshop and Garage • Solar tracking system comprising 2 rotating photovoltaic panels to maximise electricity generation which can be stored in 4 batteries located in the workshop. A Renewable Heat Incentive is also installed at the property. Together these generate a combined tax free and index-linked income of approximately £8,500 per annum. Further information is available upon request. • Two-stage air source heat pump providing heating and hot water • Remotely monitored security alarm system fitted • 18 beautifully restored sash windows provide a light and airy feel throughout Approximate Area = 572.5 sq m / 6162 sq ft (Including Barn / Annexe) Garage = 23 sq m / 247 sq ft N Outbuildings = 114.2 sq m / 1229 sq ft Total = 709.7 sq m / 7638 sq ft Including Limited Use Area (1.7 sq m / 18 sq ft)

Kitchen 6.75 x 4.52 22'2 x 14'10

Dining Room Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Utility Bedroom 5 4.60 x 4.50 4.57 x 4.55 4.53 x 4.53 4.56 x 4.27 4.61 x 3.31 15'1 x 14'9 Annexe 15'0 x 14'11 14'10 x 14'10 15'0 x 14'0 Dn 15'1 x 10'10 Studio / Party Room Bedroom 10.52 x 4.45 Kitchen 3.76 x 2.85 34'6 x 14'7 4.61 x 3.42 12'4 x 9'4 15'1 x 11'3 Dn

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Library 4.51 x 4.80 Sitting Room Bedroom 2 4.70 x 4.54 14'10 x 15'9 Up 4.75 x 4.55 15'7 x 14'11 Utility / 15'5 x 14'11 Boot Room 5.34 x 3.10 17'6 x 10'2 5.56 x 5.00 18'3 x 16'5

Ground Floor First Floor Dn

Drawing Room Bedroom 1 6.17 x 4.46 6.10 x 4.48 20'3 x 14'8 20'0 x 14'8

Up

Barn 13.16 x 5.56 43'2 x 18'3

Oil Oil Tank Tank

Garage 4.78 x 4.76 15'8 x 15'7

Stables 6.23 x 5.34 Workshop Tack Room Car Port Stables 20'5 x 17'6 6.31 x 4.63 5.63 x 4.61 4.70 x 2.43 8.37 x 4.66 20'8 x 15'2 18'6 x 15'1 15'5 x 8'0 27'6 x 15'3

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Location Additional Information Great Gransden is an attractive and popular village situated approximately 13 miles west of Cambridge and 12 miles Local Authority south east of Huntingdon. Local facilities include a primary District Council school, post office, public house and general store together 01480 388388 with bowls and tennis clubs. Nearby Cambridge is not only Outgoings world renowned for its academic achievements, but has also Council Tax Band: G become a ‘high tech’ and ‘bio tech’ hub with the University Council Tax Payable Research and Development Laboratories, internationally 2020/2021: £3,109.72 renowned Cambridge Science Park and Addenbrooke’s Hospital/Biomedical Campus, which is planned to be one of Annexe: the largest centres of health, science and medical research Council Tax Band: A in Europe. The city also provides an attractive combination Council Tax Payable of ancient and modern buildings, colleges, winding lanes, 2020/2021: £1,243.89 the tree lined River Cam and extensive shopping facilities, Services together with an excellent choice of independent schools. Mains water and electricity are Road and rail communications are good with the A428 within connected to the property. about 3 miles providing links with the A1 to the west and the Private drainage connected. M11 to the east and there is a mainline railway station at Fixtures & Fittings St Neots with services to London’s King’s Cross in about All items normally designated as 40 minutes. tenant’s fixtures and fittings are expressly excluded from the sale. Enquiries Andrew Tucker Ed Meyer Tenure & Possession 01223 559367 01223 347261 The property is for sale freehold [email protected] [email protected] with vacant possession on completion. Energy Rating House E Annexe D Health & Safety Please ensure that you take due care when inspecting any property. Agents Note External images were taken in 2017.

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