Norwich Road, Kennett, Newmarket, CB8

Exceptional equestrian estate with outstanding residential accommodation and first-class equestrian facilities

Description

Waterhall Farm is an exquisite equestrian facility set within just over 11 acres of immaculate grounds. Set on the outskirts of Kennet as well as being on the doorstep of Newmarket the home of British horseracing, you are ideally placed for both village and town life. This exceptional equestrian estate combines outstanding residential accommodation with first-class equestrian facilities, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a versatile country property suited to both private and professional use.

Approached via electric double gates on to a private drive offering a high level of security and privacy you are then able to split off to the residential of the estate and the working part independently of each other. This allows you to maintain a separation between both facets of the property. The residential aspect of this fabulous estate is set over three individual properties. The main residence is something to behold following its full renovation by the current owners. Set over three floors this former farmhouse has been re designed and finished to an exceptionally high standard offering flexible and well balanced accommodation for any family. Very much the focal point of this stunning home is it’s generous and inviting kitchen which is all set around a large central island with an attached six seater breakfast table. You are spoilt by a wide range of floor and wall bespoke cabinetry, along with an array of integrated appliances including two ovens, microwave oven, warming draw, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Opening up from the kitchen is a vaulted reception room with focal feature fire place with wood burner and bi-fold doors opening out on to the courtyard terrace. From here you can access the current playroom which can also in turn be used as a sun room. A bright a spacious drawing room separates the kitchen and formal sitting room which is set around a feature fireplace offering a more intimate space to relax. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the impressive laundry room which includes a separate cloakroom.

Stairs lead from the drawing room up to the first floor where you will find three generous double bedrooms. The principal bedroom if of significant note offering an array of built wardrobes and simply sensational bathroom offering a focal, copper roll top bath, double walk in shower and twin sinks. Equally the further two bedrooms on the first floor offer their own en suite shower rooms. To the second floor you will find a full bedroom suite which could be ideal for guests or older children to offer their own privacy, with extensive storage and en suite shower room.

Complimenting the main house is a separate detached three-bedroom cottage with a private garden, perfectly suited for guest accommodation, extended family, staff quarters, or potential ancillary income. The estate also benefits from a further detached office building, providing dedicated workspace for the management of the property or a variety of business and administrative uses.

Equestrian facilities are a particular feature of the estate, comprising 11 boxes, tack room and feed stores, arranged to provide practical and efficient horse management along with a horse walker and horse washing and grooming bay. Extensive paddocks offer excellent grazing and turnout areas, while a well-maintained outdoor, flood lit ménage provides year-round schooling and training opportunities. Leisure facilities include an impressive indoor swimming pool complex, creating a private retreat for relaxation and recreation regardless of the season as well as self-contained gym.


Surrounded by open countryside and enjoying a high degree of privacy, this remarkable property offers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity, combining quality residential accommodation, extensive equestrian infrastructure, and versatile ancillary buildings within a secure and picturesque setting.

Location

The dual villages of Kennett and Kentford benefit from local amenities including two public houses, a church, village store/Post Office, petrol station, village hall, recreation field and primary school. There is also another primary school in the nearby village of Moulton. Kennett also has a railway station, with branch line connections direct to Cambridge and Ipswich, making the property highly commutable. Just five miles away, Newmarket, world famous as the headquarters of British horseracing, is home to many racing institutions including the National Stud, the National Horseracing Museum, Tattersalls and The Jockey Club.

Newmarket itself provides a good range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants and leisure facilities, including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club; nearby Cambridge and Bury St Edmunds offer further amenities. There is excellent access to the A14 and A11 (M11) with fast road links to Cambridge, Norwich, Ipswich, the East Coast and London. Cambridge Audley End and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London, with the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately forty minutes’ drive along the M11.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 4,683 sq ft


Acreage: 14 Acres