High Street, Maxey, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE6

A charming Grade II listed thatched cottage with annexe, in the heart of the village

Description

Cherry Tree Cottage is an enchanting Grade II listed thatched home, beautifully positioned in the centre of the sought after village of Maxey. Believed to date back to the 1700s, the property displays a wealth of history and character, with an outstanding array of original features preserved throughout.

Traditional character throughout the property creates a warm and atmospheric home and features exposed beams, stonework and incorporates 300 year old brickwork thought to reclaimed from a church in Peterborough, all adding remarkable provenance and texture to the building that blends heritage charm with comfortable modern living

Inside, the accommodation is both generous and versatile, offering up to four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two reception rooms, together with a welcoming kitchen/breakfast room, a utility room, and an integral garage/store. Separate from the main house, a delightful log cabin annexe provides exceptional flexibility. Complete with its own kitchen and W/C, this space is ideal as a home office, studio, guest annexe, or a potential self contained living area, perfect for multigenerational living.

Within the home

The home is entered via the delightful and welcoming garden room which offers a flexible space for both living and dining. French doors open onto the garden, and internal windows provide charming glimpses through to the sitting room and kitchen.

Flooded with natural light with double aspect windows, the kitchen offers a superb space for cooking and entertaining, with room for a breakfast table. Bespoke units are thoughtfully arranged around the historic brickwork reclaimed from an historic church, and there is space for both a fridge/freezer and a dishwasher. Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical shower room.

The large sitting room provides ample space for reading, dining and relaxing. The large inglenook fireplace forms the centrepiece of the room, adding warmth and period charm, whilst the south facing windows allow for the room to bathed in light.

A useful utility room offers additional storage and space for laundry appliances and provides access to the integral garage.

Ascending to the first floor, the layout offers flexibility to suit individual needs. Bedroom two is a generous double room or, as currently arranged, a dressing room to complement the principal suite. The rooms interlink and are served by a large en suite bathroom.

Bedroom three is another double bedroom with built in storage, while bedroom four is a comfortable single bedroom or ideal home office.

Outside, the separate log cabin provides wonderfully adaptable accommodation. With its own kitchen area and W/C, the space is currently arranged as a substantial home office but is equally suitable as a studio, guest accommodation, or annexe for multigenerational living.

The garden is enclosed and mainly laid to lawn, with mature borders and shrubs providing structure and seasonal interest. A large patio offers ample space for alfresco dining and entertaining.

To the front, an additional lawn and established planting frame the cottage beautifully, with a striking wisteria climbing the stone façade, enhancing the property’s picturesque character. In addition to the integral garage with electric remote operation and EV charger, there are two parking spaces to the front of the property, as well as a third behind the gates of the rear garden.

Location

Maxey is a charming and well-regarded village, ideally positioned between the Cathedral City of Peterborough and the Georgian market towns of Stamford and Market Deeping, lying just to the south-west of the latter. The village itself offers a strong sense of community, centred around the Parish Church of St Peter and the popular Blue Bell public house, together with an active village website showcasing a wide range of local events and activities.

Everyday amenities are well catered for in Market Deeping, approximately 2 miles to the north-east, whilst the nearby centres of Stamford and Peterborough provide a more comprehensive offering of shopping, leisure and cultural facilities.

For commuters, Maxey is particularly well placed. Peterborough lies approximately 9 miles to the south, providing direct rail services to London King’s Cross in around 50 minutes, alongside regular Cross Country services linking Birmingham, Cambridge and Stansted Airport. Road connections are also excellent, with convenient access to the A1.

The area is well served by a range of highly regarded schooling options in both the state and independent sectors. Primary education is available in nearby Northborough, with secondary options including Bourne Grammar School and Stamford Schools. Independent preparatory schools such as Kirkstone House School and Copthill School are also within easy reach, along with The Peterborough School.

Square Footage: 1,452 sq ft



Additional Info

Mains water, electric and drainage with Oil-fired central heating.

Fixtures & Fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fitting and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

Viewing
Strictly by appointment with Savills.

All journey times and distances are approximate.