Offord Road, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 2LD

An incredible Edwardian house with indoor swimming pool complex and all weather tennis court.

Description

Set in a beautifully elevated position in rolling countryside, Offord Hill House is an exceptional Edwardian country residence which offers extensive, versatile living space and a wealth of lifestyle amenities and is situated just under two miles from Godmanchester and twenty miles from Cambridge.

This is only the second time that Offord Hill House has been marketed since it was built in 1908, the previous incumbents having undertaken a full refurbishment of the house including reinstalling the chamber bells throughout. The current owners have subsequently further extended and improved both the house and grounds.

Set behind electric gates with a winding driveway though a large copse, this handsome property is a gorgeous mix of stone and red brick beneath a peg tiled roof with a castellated tower and has high quality doors and windows throughout. The main house is arranged over three floors, beginning with an elegant reception hall setting the tone for the rest of the home, with a beautiful feature fireplace. To the left of the hall is a formal sitting room with fireplace and access to the outside via French doors. Opposite is a generous, bright and airy dining room also featuring a large fireplace. The kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of wall and floor mounted units, with integrated appliances including an oil fired aga with a central island and a further breakfast area. The kitchen leads through to an impressive orangery which benefits from a large skylight allowing an abundance of light into the room as well as large doors out to the grounds and gardens. From the kitchen there is also access through to the incredible swimming pool room which also features a jacuzzi, a kitchen/bar area and a shower room. Beyond the hall leads round past a high quality plant room to a three door garage with large electric doors.

A staircase accesses the first floor to a games room and gym area. The ground floor is completed by two useful studies, a utility room, boot room, and a cloakroom.

Upstairs, there is substantial accommodation including six generously sized double bedrooms, including the principal suite which has the added benefit of a dressing room and large en suite bathroom, equipped with twin sinks, a freestanding roll-top bath and a large shower cubicle. Bedroom two and three also benefit from en suites and built in storage. There are a further two bathrooms serving this floor for the remaining bedrooms. The seventh and final bedroom is situated on the second floor.

The grounds are a major highlight, extending to 6.5 acres, with beautifully maintained lawns, mature trees and hedging offering a high degree of privacy. A large terrace extends from the house and offers a great space for outdoor dining and entertaining. There is a separate annexe which includes a large living room, kitchenette, shower room and a bedroom, which could be used as a home office or further accommodation if required. Within the grounds there is a modern, beautiful summer house with far reaching views which offers a great entertaining space all year round and sits perfectly next to the astro turf weather tennis court.

Location

Offord Hill House is situated just under two miles from Godmanchester and 20 miles from the historic University city of Cambridge. Godmanchester offers a variety of amenities including shops, various pubs and restaurants, and the great River Ouse running alongside it. There is also a recreation ground and football club providing space for outdoor activities.

For schooling, the property is in catchment for Godmanchester Bridge Academy and St Anne’s CofE primary school, and Hinchingbrooke School. There are also further reputable independent schools in the area including Kimbolton School, and a variety in Cambridge including The Perse, The Leys to name a few.

Huntingdon Railway station is 4.1 miles away from the property and provides regular services into London Kings Cross. Huntingdon itself also has further shopping and recreational facilities on offer.

Godmanchester is well placed for the A14 which in turn grants access to the A1 and the M11 to the south towards London and Stansted Airport.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 9,154 sq ft