6 bed detached house to rent

Newmarket Road, Kirtling, Newmarket CB8

A delightful Grade II listed 6 bedroom detached house built in 1843 (designed by Benjamin Ferrey) which has undergone extensive renovation and features a new meticulously built wing using only the finest materials all set within approx. 2 acres.

The property is approached via electric gates leading down the drive to the property.

The house offers a fantastic space to entertain. There is a beautifully crafted kitchen with centre island opening into a family room with marble fireplace and vaulted glass ceilings. A large larder is located next to the kitchen. The inner hallways allow an abundance of natural light to flood into the property. The dining room features a stunning bespoke fireplace, there is also a hidden door leading to bedroom 6 which has built in wardrobes and, WC and basin. A separate wheelchair accessible shower room, it can also be accessed from the inner hallway. The drawing room is in the original building with two hand carved fireplaces and offers picturesque views across the east facing garden. There is a study with fireplace and handmade cabinetry.

The first floor features the principal bedroom with built in wardrobes, ensuite with freestanding bath, separate shower, double sink and a separate WC. The guest bedroom offers built in wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom with separate shower. A further three double bedrooms with built-in-wardrobes and two with en-suite shower. The third with a separate family bathroom with shower over bath. Wide oak flooring is fitted to all upstairs bedrooms and bathroom.

There is a cellar with both internal and external access. A Bothy with separate access WC and basin.

The property is fully alarmed and has security shutters fitted to the new building. In addition there is CCTV of the grounds. A strong room has also been installed within the property.

A grand terrace with water feature is located in the south garden offering stunning views across the grounds of the property. There is a vegetable patch. A small outbuilding would make the most delightful reading room. There is a further patio with water feature to the back of the property. Both accessible from the kitchen.

*There is currently an application being processed for a cart lodges to be erected.

Council tax band: G

EPC Rating - E

Underfloor heating throughout the whole property. Unfurnished.

The landlord will be looking for a 12 month initial tenancy but may be open to negotiation.

The Holding deposit for the property will be £923.00 and the deposit £4,615.00 subject to the rent being as advertised at £4,000pcm.

The village of Kirtling is situated approximately 5 miles south east of Newmarket, surrounded by attractive countryside and mixed woodlands. Local amenities include a Village Hall and traditional public house The Red Lion.

Kirtling is within the catchment area for both Cheveley Primary School (3.9 miles) and Bottisham Village College (12.2 miles). A bus is provided to and from both schools. There is also schooling available at Kettlesfield Primary School in Stetchworth (6.1 miles), however there is no bus service.

Independent schooling is available at Barnardiston, Newmarket and a selection of renowned schools are found in Cambridge along with its world famous University colleges and a full range of cultural, shopping and recreational facilities.

For rail commuters, the closest stations are Dullingham (6.8 miles) and Newmarket (5.9 miles). Trains to Cambridge are approximately one an hour from where direct services into London Liverpool Street, Kings Cross/St Pancras are available taking from around 49 minutes. There is also a bus service for Kirtling that runs most days.

Cambridge Mobile Library calls at Kirtling Red Lion once every month, and is free to join to borrow books.

Nearby shops include Cheveley Village Stores (3 miles) which also acts as a post office as well as a local store in Ashley (5 miles). There is also a post office at the Ellesmere Centre (4.9 miles) which is open week-day mornings. Comprehensive shopping is available at Newmarket including a Waitrose supermarket and Cambridge.