SUMMARY
Kingfisher Cottage is a truly unique and characterful home, beautifully positioned on Church Street in the heart of the historic village of Alwalton, approximately four miles southeast of Peterborough city centre.
DESCRIPTION
This charming village setting offers a perfect balance of tranquillity and convenience, with easy access to the city centre, Ferry Meadows Country Park, the surrounding countryside, and excellent transport links including the A1 and A47, as well as nearby business hubs.
Set within expansive and private grounds, Kingfisher Cottage offers a rare opportunity with its versatile layout, effectively providing three distinct elements within one exceptional property. At its heart lies a superb Grade II listed, thatched, stone-built cottage that has been completely refurbished and sympathetically restored by the current owners, blending period charm with modern living.
The ground floor boasts an impressive open-plan layout, featuring a spacious lounge and dining area with a striking central staircase, seamlessly flowing into a delightful country-style kitchen and breakfast area-ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.
Upstairs, the first floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, each enhanced by charming exposed beams, alongside a spacious and beautifully appointed four-piece family bathroom.
Externally, the property continues to impress. Accessed via electronic five-bar gates giving access to the entire property and grounds the rear, the cottage enjoys a high degree of privacy, enclosed by attractive stone walling. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with mature planting, complemented by a feature sun terrace-perfect for outdoor relaxation. Beyond, gated access leads to a private driveway extending to the side of the property, further enhancing both convenience and seclusion.
The property boasts a bespoke stone built separate annex that must be seen to be fully appreciated. Designed and built by the current owners this building offers al the grace and historic feel of the main residence combined with all the benefits of modern living.
The accommodation on offer is the high quality fitted kitchen breakfast area that opens seamlessly into a charming lounge area with French doors opening onto its own sun terrace, summer house and courtyard garden, compete with its own integrated large garage.
Beyond the central area of the land this property offers more of its hidden treasures, with a constructed timber building suitable for a variety of uses. Across the courtyard there is a large timber constructed double garage for additional storage. Adjacent is a further large area ideal for storage, parking ect.. This parcel of land currently has Outline Planning Permission for a detached dwelling! Further enhancing the many options this outstanding home has to offer.
Altogether, Kingfisher Cottage presents a rare blend of historic character, modern comfort, and versatile living, all set within a peaceful and highly desirable village location.
Council Tax Band: E Tenure: Unknown
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SHARMAN QUINNEY NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
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