Chishill Road, Heydon, SG8

Property Insight
A substantial and characterful 6 bedroom farmhouse dating in part to the 15th Century in the highly sought-after village of Heydon. This property enjoys spacious, flexible accommodation over three floors with many period features, ideal for an extended family or multi-generational living. It has been renovated throughout and features a large open plan kitchen breakfast/garden room, a utility room, 5 further reception rooms, 2 cloakroom WCs, 6-7 well-proportioned bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, substantial double garage with office/games room above, solar panel and driveway parking for multiple vehicles.

Outside, the property has mature grounds, with a pair of five bar gates leading to a graveled courtyard providing extensive parking and access to the garage. The property benefits rom a natural stone paved terrace which goes a round the whole property, with a mature wisteria to the front. In addition, a wrought iron gate provides access to the footpath on the road. Another five bar gate leads to the side of the property and a garden with various mature plants and bushes, arches and a pergola, in turn leading to a vegetable garden with green house and large timber shed. The main garden at the rear is laid to lawn with raised beds and trees, enjoying a high degree of privacy. A further natural stone paved patio provides an outdoor entertaining area with BBQ and garden furniture.

Upon stepping inside, the entrance hallway is immediately breathtaking, with stunning exposed beams, upstands and brickwork, room for furniture, wood flooring, spot lighting, integrated storage, stairs to the first floor, and doors through to the downstairs living space, including a cloakroom WC and a large study with windows to a garden aspect. The lounge is equally beautiful, enjoying windows to a dual aspect, an inglenook fireplace, exposed beams and upstands, sconce lighting, carpets, and ample room for a variety of lounge and storage furniture. 

Down the hallway, the dining room is another breathtaking space, featuring an exposed brick fireplace with a wood-burning stove, exposed beams, a window to a front aspect, wood flooring, and space for a large dining setting. The snug opposite enjoys an open-plan layout via exposed upstands, offering a lovely comfortable spot to relax. There is access through to bedroom 6 from here, which enjoys stunning high ceilings, double French doors to the garden, and access to a bathroom with a 4-piece suite, making it fantastic guest quarters if desired. A door leads through to the family room, which boasts versatile usage and a lovely garden view via windows and double French doors.

The kitchen/breakfast/garden room is wonderfully open-plan, enjoying multiple windows to a dual aspect and double French doors which lead out onto a terrace, creating a fantastic entertaining space. In the kitchen area, there is a range of base and wall units, laminate worktops, a breakfast bar, wood flooring, an Aga, Velux windows, and room for a dishwasher, American fridge/freezer, and other small kitchen appliances. There is also access through to a utility room, cloakroom and pantry. The garden room is a stunning space, enjoying tiled flooring, integrated storage, and lots of space for dining furniture and further seating. 

Upstairs to the first floor, this beautiful home continues to impress, with 4 further well-proportioned bedrooms, excellent integrated storage/wardrobes, and a large family bathroom, comprising a bath, a shower, a WC and a hand wash basin. The primary bedroom is particularly large, enjoying a pretty balcony, a dressing area and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, WC and sink. Stairs lead up to a galleried landing above the primary bedroom, with access through to a large storage space. To the second floor, there is also further spacious accommodation, comprising a large sitting room, bedroom, storage and bathroom, which can function as an excellent multigenerational living space if desired.

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Location - Heydon

Heydon is a picturesque and highly desirable village, ideally positioned for access to Cambridge, just a short drive away. Renowned for its world-class universities, historic architecture, vibrant cultural scene and excellent shopping and dining, Cambridge offers an exceptional lifestyle for families and professionals alike. The area is also particularly well-regarded for education, with a number of outstanding state and sixth form colleges, as well as a wide selection of prestigious independent schools within easy reach, making it an excellent choice for those seeking both countryside living and access to top-tier schooling.

There are also two Bed & Breakfasts in the village, and the Holy Trinity Church, which dates back to the 15th Century and is a Grade II listed building, offering regular services and activities.

Heydon offers an active community and often joins up with the neighbouring Chishall villages for events and activities. The Grange Golf Club consists of an 18-hole and 9-hole golf course, with a driving range. In the neighbouring town of Royston, residents also have access to further amenities, such as the mainline train station offering regular fast services to both Cambridge and London Kings Cross. There is also a leisure centre, sports clubs and dentist’s surgeries. The A1M and M11 are within a 20-minute drive via the A10/A505, and London Stansted and Luton Airports are both 50-minutes away. Also Audley End Station is 15 minutes from Heydon with direct trains into London Liverpool Street.

If you’re on the lookout for a home in a beautifully conserved, countryside location, we encourage you to visit Heydon. It’s not one you want to miss!