No longer on the market
This property is no longer on the market
Floorplan
Map9 bedroom detached house
Detached house
9 beds
6 baths
7,943 sq ft / 738 sq m
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Features and description
- Detached Victorian Residence of 8000 sq ft.
- In and Out Driveway
- Planning permission to create substantial Care Home
- Potential for residential development (subject to change of planning)
- Recently installed gas fired central heating system.
- Double Garage and ample of road parking
- Set in circa two acres of land
- Generous sized rooms
- Close to local amenities
- Commutable to Cambridge and London
Hughes Sealey Estate Agents welcome you to Westward House, an imposing Victorian House which is set in c.2 acres of grounds.
Believed to have been built in the 1880's by a local solicitor then bought by the local authority and was used as a children's home and later as a care home for the elderly.
To the rear of the main house is a large extension which has planning permission to be knocked down and replaced to be run as a care home – Planning Reference Planning reference 18/00948/FUL with Huntingdonshire district council. There is an outbuilding housing two further bedrooms and a shower room and a boiler room.
There is an outbuilding housing two further bedrooms and a shower room and a boiler room.
Westward House could be a family home, a care home, or change of use of the planning could be sought to build homes in the gardens.
Ramsey is a market town c.30 miles from Cambridge, 2 hours from London by train and 2 hours drive via M11 and 88 miles to Heathrow Terminal 5 via M1. It has a good mix of local shops including supermarkets, hairdressers, pharmarcy, dry cleaners, banks and butchers.
THE PROPERTY
Approached over a tarmac drive with two sets of impressive gates gives an in and out driveway. Wide steps lead up to a balustraded terrace spanning the front of the house.
You enter the house into a large reception hall with a wide carved solid timber staircase and fireplace. There are seven reception rooms and a large kitchen/family room which is part glazed vaulted ceiling with exposed oak beams.
Utility and cloakroom complete downstairs
The Master bedroom has a triple bay window to the front giving views over the front garden and further window to the side and a large ensuite bathroom. Bedroom two has a box bay to the side and an ensuite Bathroom. Bedroom Three is to the front of the house and has an Ensuite Shower Room.
There are a further four bedrooms making a total of seven and a Family Bathroom and a separate generous sized Shower Room.
Outside
Westward House is set in grounds of c.2 acres. There is an outbuilding housing two further bedrooms and a shower room and a boiler room.
To the rear of the main building is a large extension which was part of the former children's home and old people's home. There is currently planning granted to knock this down and build another more accommodation to be run as a Care Home. Planning reference 18/00948/FUL with Huntingdonshire district council.
Westward house could make a lovely family home, care home or subject to a change of planning a development opportunity.
Directions
From the centre of Ramsey head South on the B1040. Go straight on at the roundabout with Old Station Road continuing on the B1040. After 100 metres Westward House can be found on your right hand side approached by two drives through wrought iron gates. Postcode PE26 1NA.
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
Believed to have been built in the 1880's by a local solicitor then bought by the local authority and was used as a children's home and later as a care home for the elderly.
To the rear of the main house is a large extension which has planning permission to be knocked down and replaced to be run as a care home – Planning Reference Planning reference 18/00948/FUL with Huntingdonshire district council. There is an outbuilding housing two further bedrooms and a shower room and a boiler room.
There is an outbuilding housing two further bedrooms and a shower room and a boiler room.
Westward House could be a family home, a care home, or change of use of the planning could be sought to build homes in the gardens.
Ramsey is a market town c.30 miles from Cambridge, 2 hours from London by train and 2 hours drive via M11 and 88 miles to Heathrow Terminal 5 via M1. It has a good mix of local shops including supermarkets, hairdressers, pharmarcy, dry cleaners, banks and butchers.
THE PROPERTY
Approached over a tarmac drive with two sets of impressive gates gives an in and out driveway. Wide steps lead up to a balustraded terrace spanning the front of the house.
You enter the house into a large reception hall with a wide carved solid timber staircase and fireplace. There are seven reception rooms and a large kitchen/family room which is part glazed vaulted ceiling with exposed oak beams.
Utility and cloakroom complete downstairs
The Master bedroom has a triple bay window to the front giving views over the front garden and further window to the side and a large ensuite bathroom. Bedroom two has a box bay to the side and an ensuite Bathroom. Bedroom Three is to the front of the house and has an Ensuite Shower Room.
There are a further four bedrooms making a total of seven and a Family Bathroom and a separate generous sized Shower Room.
Outside
Westward House is set in grounds of c.2 acres. There is an outbuilding housing two further bedrooms and a shower room and a boiler room.
To the rear of the main building is a large extension which was part of the former children's home and old people's home. There is currently planning granted to knock this down and build another more accommodation to be run as a Care Home. Planning reference 18/00948/FUL with Huntingdonshire district council.
Westward house could make a lovely family home, care home or subject to a change of planning a development opportunity.
Directions
From the centre of Ramsey head South on the B1040. Go straight on at the roundabout with Old Station Road continuing on the B1040. After 100 metres Westward House can be found on your right hand side approached by two drives through wrought iron gates. Postcode PE26 1NA.
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
About this agent
Hughes Sealey is an independent estate agency, established in 2017 by Directors, Craig and Amanda and which has become synonymous with the successful selling of prime residential property throughout Cheltenham and the neighbouring towns and villages found within Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. Hughes Sealey is known for its blend of creative and intelligent marketing, so ensuring that its clients' homes are presented to the largest audience. Utilising online technology, professional marketing services and over 70 years of selling experience, it ensures that your property stands out to attract the right buyer. Within Hughes Sealey, you will find a positive, enthusiastic and very professional team of people who have a wealth of experience in the selling of residential property throughout Gloucestershire & Worcestershire. They understand that the buying and selling of property, whilst being extremely exciting, can also be stressful at times, so are always on hand to help and guide you. Priding themselves on exceptional customer service, integrity and honesty, they are confident that you will be delighted with the services offered during every step of the process. Hughes Sealey’s passion and commitment provides a solid foundation from which to build success. Powered by a sophisticated team, your property will be broadly promoted – locally, regionally, nationally and internationally – using a proven spectrum of marketing and advertising tools to target high end buyers.