Caxton End, Bourn

A Grade II listed detached cottage set within over half an acre of established gardens, with a separate annexe, double garage and adjoining office, positioned on the edge of Bourn adjacent to open countryside.

Rose Cottage is a detached period home in a notably peaceful setting, surrounded by open fields yet within a comfortable walk of the village centre and its day-to-day amenities. Believed to date from around 1680, the house is timber-framed with plastered elevations beneath a thatched roof. Later additions have been carefully integrated, including the sitting room and main bedroom, creating a layout that works well for modern living while retaining the character of the original building.

The house feels lighter than many properties of this age, particularly in the sitting room, which has windows on three sides and doors opening directly to the garden. Throughout the house, there are retained period details, including exposed timbers, brick flooring and an inglenook fireplace, balanced by practical elements such as a well-equipped kitchen with hand-built cabinetry and integrated appliances. There are two bath/shower rooms on the first floor, in addition to a ground-floor WC.

The detached annexe provides useful additional accommodation, arranged with a shower room, kitchenette and living/sleeping space. It offers flexibility for visiting guests, independent family use or other requirements over time. Adjoining this, a covered terrace creates a sheltered area for sitting and informal entertaining.

The gardens are a defining feature of the property. Extending to over half an acre, they are enclosed by mature trees and hedging, providing a high level of privacy. The grounds include open lawn, established planting, a productive kitchen garden with greenhouse, and an ornamental pond, offering both structure and variety. A detached double garage with power and lighting sits alongside an adjoining office, which works well as a separate workspace away from the house. There is additional parking on the driveway.

Bourn is a well-regarded village to the west of Cambridge, offering a variety of local amenities, including a café, restaurants, shop, butchers and a primary school feeding into Comberton Village College. The village also benefits from the Cambridge Country Club’s golf and leisure facilities, while Cambridge itself is within straightforward reach. For buyers looking for a period home with character, space and a setting that feels connected to the surrounding countryside, Rose Cottage is a property that offers both flexibility and long-term appeal.