Queen Street, Cowlinge, Newmarket, CB8

A SUPERBLY PRESENTED VICTORIAN HOUSE ENJOYING COMMANDING COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS OFFERING EXTENSIVE FAMILY ACCOMMODATION WITH ATTRACTIVE LANDSCAPED GROUNDS, OUTDOOR HEATED POOL AND HARD TENNIS COURT - EXTENDING TO APPROXIMATELY 2.25 ACRES (STS) The PROPERTY The Old Vicarage is a stunning Victorian house in a superb setting with rolling countryside views, detached annexe with garden room, kitchenette, shower room and large bedroom/studio, outdoor heated pool, tennis court, extensive garaging and attractive landscaped grounds extending to 2.25 acres in all (sts). Extending to 4,670 sq ft, this substantial and versatile property has an impressive reception hall, three well-proportioned reception rooms with open fireplaces, the sitting room fireplace has a pitch pine surround, dating back to the late 18th Century and originally came from nearby Branches Park, useful study, large kitchen/breakfast room, boot room, utility room and cloakroom. The first floor has a large landing, two bedrooms with en-suites, two further double bedrooms, dressing room/bedroom 5 and family bathroom. The house is not Listed and offers breathtaking views, with extensive gardens and grounds. OUTSIDE The Old Vicarage is approached via an electric 5 bar gate leading to a sweeping gravel driveway with parking for many vehicles and access to the cart lodge, garage, annexe and private grounds. The attractive established grounds offer a high degree of privacy and extend to an 2.25 acres in all (sts). The gardens are enclosed by a mix of fencing and hedging with well maintained lawns, mature specimen trees, vegetable garden, well stocked flower and shrub beds and a stunning terrace providing an exceptional entertainment area. There is a useful wine and garden store located under the annexe, two bay cart lodge with loft storage, single garage with wooden doors to the front, outside lighting and water tap. The outdoor heated swimming pool is enclosed by a partly walled garden with a large sun terrace and the hard tennis court has been recently resurfaced. LOCATION The Old Vicarage is set in a quiet location on the edge of the delightful rural village of Cowlinge, with superb countryside views. Cowlinge is set in beautiful rolling countryside with local amenities including a public house and church of St Margaret of Antioch. The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket offers a good range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, restaurants and leisure facilities, including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club. Cowlinge is commutable to Cambridge with its burgeoning hi-tech industries, science parks and reputable schools. There is excellent access to the A14 and A11 (M11). There is a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Cambridge, Audley End and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London, with the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately a forty minute drive. - Newmarket - 8 miles - Bury St Edmunds 14 miles - Cambridge 20 miles - London 70 miles (distances approximate) PROPERTY INFORMATION Post code: CB8 9QB Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Tenure: The property is freehold with vacant possession on completion. Local Authority: West Suffolk Council Tel: 01284 763233 Council Tax: Band G - Current annual charge: £3,230.28 Viewing: Only by appointment with sole agents Jackson-Stops. Tel: 01638 662231