4 bed detached house for sale

Stretham Road, Wicken CB7

Property Insight
Ensum Brown are delighted to offer for sale this beautifully presented detached period cottage in the sought-after village of Wicken, within striking distance of Wicken Fen Nature Reserve. This lovely property enjoys far reaching countryside views across Spinney Abbey Farm and across the pond, accommodation approaching 2,400sq ft, 4 reception rooms, an open-plan kitchen/breakfast room, a cloakroom WC, 4/5 well-proportioned bedrooms, a family bathroom and en-suite to the primary, stunning gardens surrounded by beautiful countryside and wildlife, secure driveway parking for multiple vehicles, and a double garage with power, lighting and water connected.

This stunning home is nicely tucked away in a beautiful setting, surrounded by mature hedgerows and trees, with well-maintained front lawn gardens, plenty of space for potted plants, and an expansive secure driveway. Upon stepping inside, the entrance hallway is bright, wide and beautifully decorated, alluding to the high standard seen throughout. It enjoys lovely period features, exposed upstands and brickwork, tiled flooring, sconce lighting, room for furniture, stairs to the first floor and doors through to the downstairs living space, including a large study and a cloakroom WC.

The kitchen/breakfast room is beautifully designed and decorated space, enjoying windows and a door to a rear aspect, a Velux window, a wide range of modern base and wall units, wood worktops, tiled flooring and splashbacks, spot lighting, a range cooker, an extractor fan, and space for a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and other small kitchen appliances.

Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room is a beautifully presented space, benefiting from windows to a dual aspect, wood flooring, exposed beams, sconce lighting, and room for a large dining setting and storage furniture. The lounge is equally a stunning space, with windows and an arch into the playroom, allowing light to flood inside from 3 aspects. It enjoys stunning neutral decor, an exposed brick fireplace with a wood-burning stove, exposed beams, wood flooring, and space for a variety of lounge furniture. The playroom offers further versatile reception space and could be a studio if desired, with the amount of lovely light streaming in.

Upstairs to the first floor, this beautiful cottage continues to offer impressive accommodation, with 5 well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom comprising a bath with a shower over, a WC and a hand wash basin. The primary bedroom is particularly generous and enjoys a built-in wardrobe and an en-suite, with a shower, WC and hand wash basin.

Outside, the gardens are an excellent size, wrapping around the property and offering fantastic far-reaching countryside views across Spinney Abbey Farm and across the pond. There is a lovely lawn area, enclosed with plants, shrubs and trees, access to a summerhouse, a wooded area, and a courtyard garden, offering vast amounts of space for entertaining and enjoying country life. There is access to a large double garage, with power, lighting and water connected, as well as stairs leading up to a large loft storage space.

Contact Ensum Brown to arrange your private viewing appointment.

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Location - Wicken
Wicken is a picturesque, rural village on the edge of the Fens in East Cambridgeshire, 10 miles north east of Cambridge, and 5 miles south of the cathedral city of Ely.

The village is home to the internationally renowned National Trust Wicken Fen, one of Britain’s oldest nature reserves. This biodiversity hotspot is located a short distance from the village centre and is rich with wildlife, offering trails, boardwalks and bird-watching facilities.

The village hall regularly offers open events, and regular Sunday teas are held in the church, chapel, and hall. There is a traditional 13th-century thatched public house, The Maid’s Head, serving food on the village green and hosting regular exciting events and activities. There is also the rare example of a fully operational smock windmill dating from 1813, which still grinds flour and is open to the public to explore on the first Saturday of each month.

Wicken benefits from a wide range of clubs and societies, including a baby and toddler playgroup, a local brass band, an amateur football club, and a flower and produce show committee with classes for children.

The village’s proximity to Soham, Newmarket and Ely means residents can access many other amenities, including the train stations offering regular services to Cambridge, London Kings Cross and Ipswich. The A11 and A14 are also easily accessible and provide access to Cambridge and Bury St Edmunds in less than 30 minutes.

If you’re looking to purchase in the area, we highly recommend giving this lovely village a visit!

EPC Rating: E