£765,000
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A beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home set within approximately 4.6 acres of gardens, paddocks and equestrian facilities in the desirable village of Somersham, Cambridgeshire. The property combines comfortable family living with extensive outdoor space, making it suitable for equestrian use, smallholding activities or a rural lifestyle with excellent connectivity.
This detached four-bedroom family home has approximately 4.6 acres of gardens and grazing land, five stables, a tack room, a hay and tractor barn, a 40m by 20m manège, five paddocks with shelters, a detached double garage, extensive parking, a dedicated home office and high-speed broadband. Its sought-after village setting is well placed for commuters.
The home enjoys attractive formal gardens, extensive parking, a double garage and far-reaching views across its own land and facilities. The equestrian amenities include a stable block with five stables and tack room, a manège, hay and tractor barn, machinery store and five well-maintained paddocks. Two field shelters provide additional flexibility for livestock or horses, while there is ample space for horsebox, trailer and machinery storage.
The grounds and equestrian facilities have been carefully maintained throughout the current ownership to maximise year-round usability. A time-lapse record spanning more than ten years is available to interested purchasers, showing how the property and land have performed across different seasons and weather conditions.
Situated on the edge of the popular village of Somersham, the property is within walking distance of a primary school, doctor's surgery, dental practice, shops, post office, public houses and village church. The nearby market towns of St Ives and Huntingdon provide further shopping and leisure facilities, while Cambridge and Ely are also accessible.
Road connections include the A14, A1(M), A11 and M11. Mainline rail services from Huntingdon provide further commuter links. A dedicated ground-floor study and high-speed broadband make the property well suited to hybrid and remote working.
The modern detached house benefits from uPVC double glazing and mains gas central heating. The accommodation is spacious, flexible and well suited to contemporary family life.
The front door opens into an entrance hall with laminate flooring, a staircase to the first floor and useful understairs storage. The guest cloakroom comprises a WC and wash hand basin.
The lounge and dining room is an impressive dual-aspect living space centred around a feature fireplace with log-burning stove. Double doors open into the conservatory, which enjoys views across the rear garden and provides direct access to the patio and outdoor entertaining areas.
A separate ground-floor study provides an ideal home-working environment. The kitchen and breakfast room forms the heart of the home and includes modern wall and base units, a central island, Belfast sink and space for a range-style cooker. The adjoining utility room provides further storage, laundry facilities and external access.
On the first floor, the principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room. Two further double bedrooms and a generous fourth bedroom are served by a well-appointed family bathroom. Several rooms enjoy attractive views across the gardens, paddocks and surrounding countryside.
The property is approached via a private driveway providing extensive parking and access to the detached double garage, which benefits from power and lighting.
Formal gardens lie to the front and rear of the house. To the rear, a large patio and decked entertaining area overlook the gardens, paddocks and equestrian facilities. A lawned family garden and children's play area further enhance the outdoor space. The hot tub is available by separate negotiation.
A bridge and five-bar gate provide direct access to the equestrian facilities and grazing land. A secondary gated entrance offers convenient access for horseboxes, trailers and agricultural vehicles.
The stable yard centres around an L-shaped stable block comprising five stables and a tack room, together with a concrete yard, mains water and electricity. Adjoining the stable block is a substantial hay and tractor barn providing storage for equipment, machinery and fodder.
A further hardstanding area provides additional parking and includes a dedicated muck heap recess. The manège extends to approximately 40m by 20m and features a sand surface with post-and-rail fencing, providing schooling facilities throughout the year.
The predominantly level grazing land is divided into five practical paddocks. Each paddock benefits from a water supply and is arranged to support efficient rotational grazing.
Additional external features include a mobile field shelter, a fixed field shelter, water troughs, a machinery store, a small orchard, a chicken enclosure and a log store.
Together, these facilities create a property suited to equestrian use, smallholding activities or enjoying a rural lifestyle in the countryside.
Price guide: £765,000. Please quote reference AR8584.
Rural Scene can be contacted on or at reception@ruralscene.co.uk.
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