7 bedroom detached house

The Old Rectory is a substantial period house which benefits from beautifully proportioned interiors. Of particular note are the extensive drawing room and library, which would originally have been two separate rooms, but now join to create a magnificent entertaining space. A large dining room leads to the well-positioned conservatory with direct access to the gardens. The substantial kitchen/breakfast room has a double height ceiling in the breakfast area, extensive built in units and an aga. There is also a very useful pantry, wine store and utility room. The family sitting room is a short distance from the kitchen.

The bedroom accommodation is well arranged with a large principal bedroom suite with a dressing room and charming views over the garden. There are six further bedrooms, one of which is currently used as a study with built in shelving, and four further bath/shower rooms, one of which is on the ground floor.

Outside
The property is approached down a long drive with electric gates. There is ample parking space in front of the house, as well as a large four bay garage with a workshop at one end and storage above.

The extensive private garden is mainly laid to lawn with herbaceous borders, with a charming summer house positioned to one side and a path leading round to the western side of the house with a large terraced area with is ideal for entertaining.

The Old Rectory is nestled in the middle of the town, only a few minutes' walk to the High Street. The town provides many amenities, including shops, supermarkets, hotels,
restaurants, leisure facilities, health clubs and a golf club.

Schools for all age groups in the state and independent sectors are close by. Excellent access via the A14 and A11 (M11) provide onward access to major road networks. Stansted International Airport is approximately 35 minutes drive.

Newmarket station is approximately 0.7 miles away, and offers a branch line connection to Cambridge and Ipswich. Newmarket is home to many racing institutions, including the National Stud, the National Horseracing Museum and The Jockey Club. Some of the finest racing in the world is seen on The Rowley Mile and The July Course. The world-renowned University City of Cambridge offers further amenities.