Church Lane House, Suffolk

Fine & Country Cambridge

Tel: +44 (0)1223 [email protected] Dukes Court, Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8DZ

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IDYLLIC LOCATIONWestley Waterless | Cambridgeshire | CB8 0RL

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IdyllicIDYLLIC LOCATION“It’s a lovely mix of traditional and contemporary, and because it’s only fifteen years old it has been built to modern standards.”

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A rare opportunity to acquire an expansive five bedroom detached

residence offering stunning accommodation in excess of 3,200 square

feet and occupying an idyllic semi-rural location.

Approximately fifteen years old, this impressive family home has been

built in a period style to an exacting standard with weatherboarding

and rendered elevations, slate and clay tiling and timber and Gothic

style windows.

The luxurious accommodation is lavished with a quality specification

throughout including timber and handmade tiled flooring, doors,

architraves, cornicing and stunning fireplaces.

This fine residence is complemented further by beautifully maintained

gardens of approximately 0.75 acres, ample driveway parking and a

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GROUND FLOOR

A timber front door leads in to the MAGNIFICENT DINING HALL, which is a vast and inviting space with three windows to the front aspect, timber flooring and a brick built fireplace with grate. A wall of full height windows and French doors with a vaulted glazed ceiling absorbs views of the gardens and floods the space with natural light. This area sets the scene for the wow factor, which continues throughout the whole property. Doors lead to all rooms.

The DRAWING ROOM is a substantial space flooded with natural light from the large window to the front elevation and further window and French doors to the side aspect. A beautiful fireplace with timber surround and inset multi-fuel stove compliments the room wonderfully during all seasons but even more so during the cooler months with the log burner roaring away.

The FAMILY ROOM is a sizeable space; again dual aspect with windows to the rear and French doors to the side aspects absorbing views of the gardens. There is timber flooring and cornice to the ceiling.

There is a STUDY which is fitted with a range of furniture and has a window to the rear aspect and the SITTING ROOM is a generous size with a window and timber door to the rear aspect and a feature Victorian style fireplace.

From the dining hall, steps lead down to the INNER HALLWAY with stairs leading to the first floor, tiled flooring and doors leading to all remaining rooms including the CLOAKROOM, with window to the side aspect, half panelled walls, WC and wash basin.

The KITCHEN / BREAKFAST / FAMILY ROOM is a wonderful space, most impressive in size and flooded with natural light from the seven windows arranged over three aspects. The kitchen area is comprehensively fitted with a range of wall and base units and granite work surfaces. Integrated appliances include a waste disposal unit, dishwasher, two fridge/freezers and an oil fired Aga with companion step inside


oven. There is a central island unit with granite work surface, which houses an integrated electric oven, four ring ceramic hob and extractor above. The flooring is terracotta tiling and there is ample space for a dining table and sofas. A door leads to the BOOT / UTILITY ROOM which is fitted with a wall of floor to ceiling cupboards incorporating a water softener, the hot water cylinder and boiler. The remainder is ample storage. There is a butler sink unit with wood work surface and there is space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble drier. A door leads to the front courtyard and there is a window to the side elevation.

FIRST FLOOR

Stairs lead up to the SPLIT LEVEL LANDING which is flooded with light from a window to the rear aspect and three windows to the front aspect. There is a large airing cupboard and doors leading to all rooms.

The MASTER BEDROOM SUITE is a beautiful semi-vaulted space with three windows to the side aspect framing neighbouring grazing land. There are two Velux windows and triple fitted wardrobe cupboards. A door leads to the EN SUITE BATHROOM which has a feature triangular window to the side aspect and a four piece suite to include a fully tiled shower cubicle, panel enclosed bath, wash basin and WC.

GUEST BEDROOM / BEDROOM TWO is a dual aspect room with windows to the side and rear aspects and has a door leading to the EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM, which is fitted with a three piece suite to include a fully tiled shower cubicle chrome sunflower head shower over, wash basin and WC.

BEDROOM THREE and BEDROOM FOUR are both excellent double bedrooms with windows to the front and rear elevations.

BEDROOM FIVE is a double bedroom with a feature triangular window to the side aspect and further window to the parallel side. There is a range of built-in wardrobes and storage cupboards.


“We bought the house almost ten years ago after relocating from overseas,” says Denise, “and we chose the location partly

because my husband was working in Cambridge,

which is under twenty minutes away, but also

because there are some excellent schools in the

local area. We didn’t want a house that was

thatched and full of beams, but at the same

time we also didn’t want a boxy new build, so

we looked at a good number of properties before

we found this one.”

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“Over the years, certainly as the children have got older, we’ve adapted and changed how we use certain rooms so we’ve always used the entire house,” says

David. “It’s a very versatile house.” “And it’s very much a house

for all seasons,” adds Denise “In the summer we gravitate to the

dining hall because it opens out onto the garden.”

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“I suppose we tend to use the kitchen the most,” says Denise, “because it’s a lovely family space. We have sofas and a dining table and chairs in there, so it’s nice for cooking, eating and relaxing, and it’s also a lovely

entertaining space.”



“The village has been a lovely place to live,” says Denise, “very friendly and very sociable. We usually have an annual BBQ at someone’s house; we’ve hosted it in the past, and there are events such as the fish and chip night to raise funds for the church. My sons have also made lots of friends

who live in surrounding villages, and it’s so safe they can cycle everywhere.”



Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 18.06.2015

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Westley Waterless is a small, attractive village situated in a semi-rural location, amidst undulating countryside, close to the Cambridgeshire/Suffolk border.

The market town of Newmarket lies just 6 miles to the north and is recognised as the headquarters of the British flat racing and bloodstock industry and stages some of the finest horse racing in the world. It also has a range of shopping facilities and a variety of sporting activities including an 18 hole golf course on the outskirts of the town.

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The village lies within the Cambridgeshire catchment area for schooling and there is an excellent choice of state and independent schools on the west and south sides of Cambridge. The city is within an easy 12 mile commute, giving access to the various surrounding science and business parks and also provides an extensive range of shopping and cultural facilities.

Road and rail communications are good with the nearby A11 connecting with the M11 for access to Stansted Airport and London to the south and with the A14 providing access to Norwich to the north, Bury St Edmunds and the coastal ports to the east.

A mainline railway station at nearby Dullingham provides services to London’s King’s Cross and Liverpool Street via Cambridge (approximately 60 minutes).

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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on 01223 363700

The FAMILY BATHROOM is a generous size and is fitted with a four piece suite to include a panel enclosed bath, fully tiled shower cubicle, wash basin and WC. There is a window to the rear aspect.

OUTSIDE

To the front, the property is approached through double timber gates on to a gravelled driveway, bordered each side by a vegetable garden and kitchen garden. The gravel leads through a covered archway and leads to the PARKING COURTYARD, which in turn leads to the DOUBLE CART LODGE with light and power connected and the ADJOINING STORE ROOM.

Steps lead to the front door and there are dense raised flower and shrub beds.

To the side, the gardens are mainly laid to lawn with a number of areas being planted in different styles, including an orchard which is planted with apple, pear, plum and cherry trees. This area is screened by yew hedging. There is a large paved terrace flanked by lavender hedging.

Further trees provide an apple tree walk and beyond this is a large area of lawn, suitable for children’s play equipment and there is a timber shed.

There is a large dense and shaped flower and shrub bed with a central lawn pathway leading into the remainder of the rear garden, which is laid to lawn with a lovely pond water feature with flood lighting. Surrounding the pond is a large timber decked area perfect for al fresco dining or relaxing. There is a large timber summer house within this space which compliments the surroundings beautifully.

The whole garden is enclosed by high mature hedging.


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LocationIDYLLIC LOCATION“If it wasn’t for the fact that we’re heading overseas again for work I wouldn’t leave this house,” says Denise. “I love it and I’ll miss everything about it.”



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