Thorney

North House is an exceptional Edwardian country residence, peacefully positioned amidst picturesque Cambridgeshire countryside, only two miles from the charming village of Thorney. Originally constructed circa 1902 as a farmhouse, the property retains much of its original features while benefiting from a series of thoughtful and high-quality improvements. Relatively recent updates include a new boiler and radiators, secondary glazing, new kitchen and bathrooms in 2021, along with upgrades to the drainage in 2022. There is also potential to convert the ancillary outbuildings at the rear into a guest accommodation or annex, subject to the necessary planning consent. 

Approached via a gravel driveway bordered by manicured lawns and mature planting, North House makes an immediate and lasting impression. A pair of glazed double doors open into the striking entrance hall, where parquet flooring, wood-panelled walls, and an Arts and Crafts fireplace set the tone for the home’s refined interiors.

From the entrance hall, access is granted to both the drawing room and the sitting room – each spacious and filled with natural light, featuring high ceilings, working fireplaces, and large bay sash windows overlooking the westerly gardens. The sitting room also boasts French doors opening directly onto the garden.

The generous kitchen, benefitting from a sunny southerly aspect, is well-appointed with a range of base and wall units, an oil-fired Aga, and a separate Range Cooker. There is also a sizeable island with breakfast bar one end. Adjoining the kitchen are several practical spaces including a pantry and a large utility/boot room with direct access to the rear of the house. A cloakroom and WC complete the ground floor accommodation.

An elegant staircase rises from the entrance hall to the expansive first-floor landing, from which the bedrooms and bathrooms are accessed. At the front of the house are two spacious double bedrooms, both with fireplaces and large bay windows offering views of the west-facing gardens; the principal suite also includes an en suite bathroom. A smaller adjoining bedroom presents the opportunity for use as a dressing room or nursery. Three additional double bedrooms and two bathrooms are also located on this floor, one of which is accessible via a secondary staircase from the utility area.

To the rear, the former coal and wash houses have been repurposed as storage space, complemented by a gardener’s WC, offering further versatility to this already impressive property.

Set within expansive, tranquil grounds, North House offers an idyllic setting with sweeping views across unspoiled countryside. The beautifully landscaped gardens extend to approximately two acres and are a true highlight of the property. Mature trees and manicured parkland lawns are complemented by formal planting schemes, an established orchard, winding pathways through areas of woodland, and a variety of outbuildings – including a greenhouse and garden store. A particularly notable feature is the World War II Flight Observatory, recognised on the local heritage list for its historical significance and architectural merit.

A long, impressive driveway leads to a private parking area, served by a single garage and a separate oversized double garage with electric doors. To the rear of the house lies an L-shaped paddock of around 10 acres (subject to measured survey), gracefully curving around the north-eastern boundary – ideal for equestrian use or simply to enjoy as open space.