North End, Bassingbourn, SG8

Striking late Georgian/Early Victorian residence located in a well-served and sought-after village with excellent links to Cambridge and London.

Situated opposite a greenspace with an abundance of mature trees, the handsome front façade provides a splendid welcome for both owners and guests. High ceilings and large windows, typical of the architectural era, flood the property with natural light. Classical interior design highlights elegant period features throughout, particularly evident in the panelled entrance hall opening into the reception rooms and kitchen.

There are two gracious reception rooms to the front, both with beautiful fireplaces. The third reception room, dating back to the 1600s, is equally special, featuring a fireplace with a wood-burning stove, exposed beams, and doors opening onto the landscaped gardens. It is large enough to provide comfort for large gatherings and entertaining. The kitchen breakfast room is open to an orangery, providing beautiful views of the gardens and an ideal spot for more informal dining. A large laundry/utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor.

A split-level landing opens onto the first floor with the principal bedroom boasting an en suite, while the remaining bedrooms share a recently refitted bathroom. The layout of bedrooms four and five is ideal for children, teenagers, and guests, as bedroom five is accessed by a staircase from bedroom four, creating a ‘suite’ where a dressing room or reception room could accompany the bedroom.

The plot, approaching a third of an acre, includes a large rear garden which is incredibly private, with an abundance of mature trees and shrubs. The terrace, accessed from the orangery and one of the reception rooms, is perfect for outdoor living and dining. A large lawn leads to the swimming pool, transporting you to a European holiday. Block paving surrounds the pool and leads to a covered seating area and outbuildings draped in climbers.

Seller Insight
“We moved to Cambridgeshire for the fantastic schooling, and although we initially planned to live in the city, we couldn’t find a property that we liked,” says the owner. “We’d lived in Bassingbourn for a short period of time some years earlier and we loved the village, and so when we happened upon the sales listing for Turnstile House we were very excited to take a look.”

“The thing that immediately grabbed me was the look of the house. I’ve always loved Georgian architecture and this is an extremely attractive example, both inside and out. It’s really spacious and bright, and the main reception rooms in particular have the grand proportions so typical of the era. The house also retains some really gorgeous original features – the wood panelling in the entrance hall blew me away when we first came to view the property! It’s a very handsome and hugely characterful house, but it’s also a property that’s really comfortable for modern living, and what I particularly like is the fact that it’s perfect in both summer and winter. When the weather is warm we tend to gravitate to the reception room in the barn, which opens out onto the patio and garden beyond; then in winter the whole house takes on a really warm and cosy atmosphere, particularly when the open fires are roaring away.”

“Another feature that drew us to the property was the garden; it’s hard to believe that a property in the middle of a village could have a garden quite so spacious and private. During our time here we’ve planted hedging to enhance that feeling of privacy and we’ve created lots of different areas for sitting out, relaxing and alfresco entertaining. We also have an outdoor swimming pool. We hadn’t initially been looking for a property with a pool, but we’ve relished having one. When the weather is hot, we can lie by it all day long or have an impromptu pool party… It’s definitely something we wouldn’t want to be without in the future.”

“Another thing that really attracted us to the house was its position overlooking the village green and only a short walk along pavements to the village shop, which meant we could allow the children to walk there safely and independently when they were younger.”

“We’ll be sad to leave Turnstile House as it’s been a wonderful family home and a place where we’ve all enjoyed a fantastic quality of life. We’ll also miss living in Bassingbourn, the friendly community and the fact that we can step out of the front door and within minutes be walking through some of the most beautiful countryside, or hop in the car and be in the bustling town of Royston in under ten minutes or Cambridge city centre in under half an hour. It’s a place where we’ve been able to enjoy the very best of both worlds.”

Village Information
Bassingbourn offers excellent local amenities, including an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ primary and secondary schools, a village green, two churches with tearoom and church hall, coffee shop, local shops including convenience store with ATM and post office, allotments, hairdressers, sports centre, recreation ground with play area, bakery, farm shop, doctors, dentist, pharmacy, garage, book café library in The Limes village hall, and eat-in pubs.

Further facilities can be found in the town of Royston, less than ten minutes away, with fast and regular services from Royston train station to Cambridge, London Kings Cross-St Pancras and through to Brighton. The beautiful university city of Cambridge is close by, taking around 30 minutes by car. There is easy road access to the A1M, M11 and A14, and bus services to Cambridge and Royston.

Agents Notes
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: Circa 1600/1700s with late Georgian / early Victorian additions
EPC: Exempt - Grade II Listed
Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire
Council Tax Band: G

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