Moor Road, Fordham, CB7

A striking and beautifully presented barn conversion set in the highly desirable village of Fordham, near Newmarket, this exceptional home combines impressive architectural features with refined, high-specification modern living. Thoughtfully designed to maximise light and space, the property offers generous and versatile accommodation ideally suited to both family life and entertaining.

The home opens into a magnificent and spacious dining hall, immediately creating a sense of drama and elegance. A stunning double-height window floods the space with natural light and enhances the barn’s characterful proportions, while an open flow leads directly into the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room. This superbly appointed kitchen forms the true heart of the home, featuring an extensive range of handcrafted wall and base units, quality integrated appliances and ample preparation space, perfectly balancing style and practicality. From the inner hall there is access to a versatile ground floor bedroom or additional reception room, ideal for guests or home working, together with a cloakroom and useful storage cupboard. A cosy and inviting sitting room provides a comfortable retreat, with access to the rear garden and a connecting door to a well-equipped utility room.

The first floor opens onto a spectacular reception landing that serves as an additional living area, enjoying wonderful far-reaching countryside views and a striking sense of openness. From here, four well-proportioned bedrooms are arranged, two benefitting from contemporary en suite facilities, complemented by a stylish family bathroom. The overall finish throughout the barn is of a high standard, blending modern comfort with the warmth and charm of its original design.

Set within the grounds is a detached Coachhouse, privately positioned and separated by fencing, with its own independent entrance within the grounds of Queensbury Barns. Constructed approximately 18 years ago to a high specification, the Coachhouse perfectly complements the main residence and offers entirely self-contained, flexible accommodation. It presents an excellent opportunity for multi-generational living, guest accommodation or as a proven income-generating investment. Currently operated as a highly successful Airbnb rental, it achieves around £85 per night, with significantly increased demand during the peak racing season. The property benefits from a loyal returning clientele, consistently excellent reviews and extended bookings from professionals working in the area.

Location

Fordham is a popular village located between the historic horse racing town of Newmarket just 5 miles away and the cathedral city of Ely around 9 miles away. The university city of Cambridge is some 17 miles away, easily accessible via the A14, which also interconnects with the M11 to London and the A11 to the east. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is just under 18 miles away.

Ely benefits from a mainline rail station with connection to Cambridge in approximately 17 minutes, there is also a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Soham station has trains toward Peterborough, calling at Ely and toward Ipswich. Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London and Cambridge North Station - the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 40 minutes away. 

Village Information

Fordham is a desirable village with a very active community. The recreation ground has a play area and hosts a range of activities and clubs such as football, tennis, cricket and bowls. There is a splendid Grade I listed church with the earliest parts of the building dating from the 12th century. There are several footpaths within the village and a cycle route which connects Fordham with Soham.  A bus route connects to Ely, Newmarket, Soham and Cambridge with an hourly service Monday to Saturday. 

Facilities

Fordham offers a great range of local amenities,  a highly regarded primary school, several restaurants including The White Pheasant and  

The Chequers. There are also two food stores, an independent family butcher, a fuel station, two garden centres and a beautiful church.

The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a further range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants and leisure facilities, including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club. Renowned globally for thoroughbred horses and boasting two separate racetracks with quality horses competing throughout the season.

Ely, home to a world-famous 900-year-old Cathedral, lies on the River Great Ouse and offers another good range of shopping facilities within the centre including a market which takes place on both Thursdays and Saturdays. There are a number of sporting facilities such as an 18 hole golf course and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool/gymnasium. 

EPC Rating: C

Reception / Dining Hall (8.06m x 4.78m)

The main entrance opens into a spacious reception and dining hall, featuring a staircase to the first floor and built-in storage. This dual-aspect room is enhanced by expansive floor-to-ceiling glazed panels that flood the space with natural light. Large barn doors open onto the courtyard, seamlessly connecting the kitchen and dining area with the outdoors.

Kitchen (3.61m x 5.68m)

The stunning hand-crafted kitchen is arranged around a generous central island and offers ample storage throughout. Elegantly appointed, it features an Aga as its centerpiece, a butler sink with a boiling water tap, and integrated appliances including a dishwasher and fridge-freezer

Reception room (4.14m x 6.09m)

In addition, the ground floor offers a spacious dual-aspect living room, designed to maximize light and views of the surrounding landscape. This inviting space features large windows on two sides and a door that opens directly onto the main garden and patio area, creating an effortless flow between indoor and outdoor living

Office / Bedroom Five (4.09m x 4.37m)

A versatile dual-aspect room, ideal for use as a home office or fifth bedroom

Utility

Plumbing is in place for a washer and dryer, along with useful storage space and a side window providing natural light

Wc

Fitted with a two-piece suite comprising a WC and wash hand basin

Living Room (8.06m x 4.91m)

The sitting room is a magnificent space of generous proportions, offering a truly beautiful view. A galleried landing opens to a spacious sitting area, featuring floor-to-ceiling glazing that floods the room with natural light. The vaulted ceiling enhances the sense of openness and drama, while the room is enriched with charming details such as natural brick pillars and exposed timber beams

Bedroom one (4.16m x 4.38m)

A king-size room with dual aspects, a skylight, and a door leading to the en suite.

En-suite

A two-piece white suite, comprising a wash hand basin and WC, along with a separate shower cubicle.

Bedroom two (3.61m x 4.52m)

A generously guest room with dual aspects and a skylight, featuring a door leading to the en suite

En-suite

A two-piece white suite, comprising a wash hand basin and WC, along with a separate shower cubicle.

Bedroom three (4.16m x 3.52m)

A spacious double-sized room with dual aspects, allowing natural light to flood the space, and a skylight that adds an extra touch of brightness and openness

Family Bathroom

The property also features a luxurious family bathroom, complete with a roll-top bath, a vanity unit with an integrated hand basin, and a WC

Bedroom four (2.91m x 2.06m)

A single-sized room with a window to the rear aspect and a skylight, bringing in plenty of natural light

Garden

The property benefits from a private, southwest-facing rear garden, mainly laid to lawn, with mature hedging offering excellent screening from neighboring properties.

Parking - Off street

The property benefits from off-road parking to the front and on the private drive, with a further two spaces located under the coach house.