River Lane, Fordham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7

A FORMER GRADE II LISTED MILL HOUSE DATING BACK TO THE 18th CENTURY WITH A DELIGHTFUL COUNTRY GARDEN AND FRONTAGE TO THE RIVER SNAIL

THE PROPERTY

An historic Grade II listed former mill house in the popular village of Fordham occupying a truly unique position with the River Snail running alongside the attractive gardens and grounds.

Believed to back to the 18th century with more recent extensions, Mill House was associated with the former mill - one of two mills mentioned in the Doomsday Book in Fordham. This fascinating property extends to almost 3,000 sq ft with rendered brick elevations under a tiled roof with gas fired central heating.

The welcoming entrance hall has a beautiful Parquet floor, space under the stairs currently used as an office and stairs leading to the first floor. The charming sitting room has a window to the front, fireplace with wood surround, paneled ceiling, Parquet floor and French doors to the garden. The superb dining room has a window to the front, fireplace with brick surround, fitted cupboards, exposed wooden beam and a Parquet floor. Accessed from the kitchen is the garden/family room which is a bright, light room with aspects to the rear and side, large cupboard, stairs to the first floor and French doors to the garden. The light and spacious double aspect kitchen has fitted base and eye level units, walk-in pantry, wooden worktops with tiled splashbacks, one and a half bowl sink with drainer, 3 door Aga, integrated appliances including gas hob with extractor hood above, oven/grill, combi microwave/oven/grill, fridge/freezer, space and plumbing for a dishwasher and a door leading onto the garden. The useful utility room has fitted base and eye level units, worktop, sink and space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a cloakroom located off the garden/family room.

The first floor is accessed from two sets of stairs rising from the entrance hall and garden/family room. The generously sized principal bedroom has a window to the front and rear enjoying stunning views over the garden and fitted wardrobes. There are three further double bedrooms, a spacious family bathroom located off the landing and two shower rooms.

OUTSIDE

Mill House is accessed via a shared drive which opens out to a large private driveway with parking to the front and side of the property and provides access to the double garage and carport.

The large double garage has two up and over doors, work benches, power, lighting and pedestrian door to the rear.

The attractive established garden offers a high degree of privacy with the river Snail running the full length of the garden which is mainly laid to lawn with mature specimen trees, well stocked flower and shrub beds and a large terrace ideal for entertaining whilst taking in the stunning riverside views. There is a useful garden store and shed.

LOCATION

Mill House is located in the heart of the village of Fordham, which provides a good range of village amenities including a public house, village shop, petrol station/service garage, a range of restaurants offering Chinese and Indian food, fish and chip shop, two garden centres, popular primary school, church and chapel.

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.

The Cathedral City of Ely, nine miles away, also offers a wide range of services, with excellent schools. Island House 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). Ely, Cambridge, Cambridge North, Audley End and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail services into London, with the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 39 miles.

PROPERTY INFORMATION

SERVICES: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage. Gas fired central heating.

TENURE: The property is freehold with vacant possession on completion.

COUNCIL TAX: Band F
Current annual charge: £3,236.39

LOCAL AUTHORITY: East Cambridgeshire District Council – Tel:

BROADBAND SPEED: Ofgem states speeds available up to 62mbps

MOBILE SIGNAL/COVERAGE: Yes

ACCESS DRIVE: The access drive is owned by Mill House with rights of way for several adjacent properties.

VIEWING: Strictly by appointment only through sole agent: Jackson-Stops –

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