Gazeley, Suffolk

CHARACTERFUL GRANDEUR Gazeley | Newmarket | Suffolk | CB8 8RA

Fine & Country Cambridge

Tel: +44 (0)1223 363 700 [email protected] Dukes Court, Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8DZ

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CharacterfulCHARACTERFUL GRANDEURA gracious, elegant four storey detached residence standing proudly on the edge of this pretty village. Built in the 1700’s, it abounds with charm and period character, and retains many original features.

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An imposing and substantial eight bedroom detached period property believed to date

back to the 1700’s, occupying a pleasant location within this most popular village. This

stunning and most interesting residence could be utilised as one large dwelling or easily

divided in to two generous properties.

The property offers an excellent range of living accommodation, including eight generous

double bedrooms, six bath/shower rooms and four absolutely stunning reception rooms

which boast high ceilings, deep bay windows, exposed timbers and open fireplaces.

This impressive home benefits from oil fired radiator central heating, majority double

glazed windows and ample driveway parking.

Entering the spacious RECEPTION HALL through an original and wider than average,

recently restored timber door into a most inviting space with an elegant staircase leading

to the first floor, exposed ceiling timber and doors leading to all rooms.

To the right hand side of the front door, an original timber door leads in to the elegant

bay fronted DINING ROOM which is a generous size with high ceilings and a feature

open fireplace. There is a built-in original corner cupboard, fitted window seat within the

bay and a door, which conceals a staircase down to the CELLAR which has a good head

height of just under 7 feet and is an excellent, sizeable space, suitable for a variety of uses. overview


To the left hand side of the front door, an original timber door leads into

the SITTING ROOM which is an impressive room of excellent proportions,

further enhanced by the high ceilings and well lit by a deep double glazed bay

window to the front aspect. There is a superb open fireplace with a timber

surround and marble hearth. The fireplace is complemented further by the

original glazed display cabinets flanking each side of the chimney breast. It is

believed that these cabinets were former gun stores.

An original timber door leads to the FARMHOUSE STYLE KITCHEN/

BREAKFAST ROOM which is a wonderful, naturally light, semi vaulted space.

This generous room boasts a double glazed window to the rear aspect,

absorbing views of the beautiful garden and a large Velux roof light, cheating

in extra light. There is a good range of solid timber wall and base units with

marble effect work surfaces and complementary tiling. Integrated appliances

include an electric oven, four ring ceramic hob with an extractor above,

dishwasher, fridge and a gas fired Aga. The room is complemented further by

quarry tiled flooring and there is a floor mounted oil fired boiler. A door leads

to the UTILITY ROOM with a window to the rear aspect, quarry tiled flooring,

plumbing and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A door leads to

the REAR PORCH which has a further door leading to the rear garden. There

is a further door leading to the REAR HALL which has a door leading to the

GROUND FLOOR FAMILY BATHROOM with a window to the rear aspect,

wall and floor tiling and boasts a three piece suite to include a panel enclosed

bath, wash basin and WC.

A further door (currently sealed) leads into an INNER LOBBY which has a

door leading in to the SHOWER ROOM which is fitted with a three piece

suite to include a fully tiled shower cubicle, wash basin and WC. There is a

window to the rear aspect and exposed timbers. A beautiful feature of this

room is the original carved door frame, being the former entrance to the

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The SECOND KITCHEN/DINING ROOM is a most impressive size and

benefits from being dual aspect, absorbing views of the street scene and rear

gardens. There is an excellent range of wall and base units with work surfaces

and complementary tiling.

Features include brick flooring, exposed ceiling timbers and a fireplace

with original stove. There is space for a five ring range oven, plumbing for

washing machine and dishwasher and space for fridge/freezer. This room

leads into a SECOND HALLWAY, with a staircase leading to the first floor

accommodation, doors leading to all remaining rooms and a further door

giving access to the REAR PORCH with a door leading to the rear garden.

The STUDY is a generous size with a window to the front aspect, brick

flooring and exposed ceiling timbers.

The FAMILY ROOM is a stunning room with high ceilings and exposed ceiling

timbers. There is handmade terracotta tiled flooring, windows to the front and

rear aspect and an impressive inglenook fireplace with log burning stove. This

room is historically believed to have been the village laundry and still has the

original coppers and bench.

From the reception hall, a staircase leads to the FIRST FLOOR GALLERIED

LANDING with a large window to the front aspect. A door conceals a

staircase to the second floor and further doors lead to all rooms.

The MASTER BEDROOM is of very grand proportions and has a secondary

glazed window to the front aspect. There is a deep airing cupboard with an

original timber door and a fireplace with timber surround and marble tiled

hearth. A door leads to the EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM with a double

glazed window to the side aspect, a fully tiled shower cubicle, wash hand basin

and a WC.


Purchased by the current owners in the late seventies, the property has been in the

family for three generations. Over the years it has

been gradually restored to become the warm

and welcoming home it is today.

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The generous accommodation has provided a joyous home for family life, with plenty of space for the pursuit of

hobbies, entertaining and relaxation.

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In addition, the house has witnessed a number of celebrations, from

children’s birthday parties to wedding receptions and other milestone occasions.



With a village setting comes a strong sense of community. A variety of popular activities take place at the bustling village hall, while The

Chequers Pub is another sociable meeting place for villagers to enjoy lunches and suppers. The prestigious Packhorse Inn is a pleasant walk away in

Moulton while schools and shops are found in nearby villages, with a wide choice of independent schools within easy reach for ‘day’ pupils.


The GUEST BEDROOM/BEDROOM TWO is a sizeable room with a

double glazed window to the rear aspect, wide original wood floor boards

and a door leading to the EN SUITE BATHROOM with wide original floor

boards and comprising a three piece suite to include a panel enclosed bath,

wash basin and WC.

Stairs from the second hallway lead up to the SECOND FLOOR LANDING

which is an excellent vaulted space with a double glazed window to the

front aspect, eaves storage cupboards and doors leading to all rooms.

The landing could be used as a study or sitting area.

BEDROOM THREE is a superb, spacious room with a double glazed

dormer window to the rear aspect, exposed timbers and a door leading

to the EN SUITE BATHROOM with a double glazed window to the side

aspect and comprising a three piece coloured suite to include a bath, wash

basin and WC.

BEDROOM FOUR is a generous double room once again and has a double

glazed window to the rear aspect and a built-in cupboard.

A second staircase leads to the second LANDING which has two windows

to the front aspect and doors leading to all rooms.

BEDROOM FIVE is a generous double bedroom with a window to the rear

aspect and an exposed chimney stack.

BEDROOM SIX has a window to the rear aspect.

BEDROOM SEVEN AND EIGHT are interconnecting rooms but both very

generous sizes with windows to the front and rear aspects.

The BATHROOM is fitted with a three piece suite which includes a panel enclosed

bath, wash basin and WC. There are exposed timbers and ceramic tiled flooring.

This space could be compromised to re-instate a door, connecting the two

buildings together.


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 02.04.2015

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Gazeley is an attractive village, set amidst undulating Suffolk countryside, close to the Cambridgeshire border. Amenities include a public house, village hall, recreation ground and the 14th Century All Saints church. The nearby village of Moulton has a post office/shop, the renowned Packhorse Inn, church, village hall and recreation ground. Newmarket (approx. 6 miles) offers a wider range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, restaurants and leisure facilities, including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club.

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The university city of Cambridge (approx. 20 miles), has a direct rail link into London Kings Cross (approx. 45 mins) and there is a branch line from Newmarket, directly in to Cambridge. The A14 and A11 provide direct links to Cambridge and Bury St Edmunds, the east coast ports and the national road network.

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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on (01223) 363700.

OUTSIDE

To the front there is an area that is laid to lawn, with a central path leading to the front entrance

door. There is a gate to the side leading to the gardens.

Post and rail fencing adjoining a five bar gate leads to the shingle driveway which provides parking for

a number of vehicles. There are a number of timber sheds and greenhouse. Adjoining the property is

a brick built BARN/STORE ROOM (formally a shop) and this is a most spacious area which could be

converted to provide further accommodation subject to the necessary planning consents.

The rear garden is a most beautiful, established area that is mainly laid to lawn with a wide variety

of flowering shrubs and trees including a weeping willow tree. There is a pond in the far corner and

adjoining this area, but slightly elevated, is a paved terrace, ideal for al fresco dining.

The lawn sweeps around to the side of the property where there is a potential vegetable area and

a further sizeable area which currently houses a hot tub. The whole garden is enclosed by mature

hedging, trellising and panel fencing.

To arrange a viewing of this property or for further information please contact the agent dealing with

this property, Oliver Langer, Regional Director, Cambridge (East).

T: 07809 339 710

E: [email protected]


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GrandeurCHARACTERFUL GRANDEURAn outstanding family house in this lovely village, which has been such a happy home for the current owners for over 35 years. They will forever treasure their memories of life here.



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