A striking and beautifully presented barn conversion set in the highly desirable village of Fordham, near Newmarket, this exceptional home combines impressive architectural features with refined, high-specification modern living. Thoughtfully designed to maximise light and space, the property offers generous and versatile accommodation ideally suited to both family life and entertaining.
The home opens into a magnificent and spacious dining hall, immediately creating a sense of drama and elegance. A stunning double-height window floods the space with natural light and enhances the barn’s characterful proportions, while an open flow leads directly into the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room. This superbly appointed kitchen forms the true heart of the home, featuring an extensive range of handcrafted wall and base units, quality integrated appliances and ample preparation space, perfectly balancing style and practicality. From the inner hall there is access to a versatile ground floor bedroom or additional reception room, ideal for guests or home working, together with a cloakroom and useful storage cupboard. A cosy and inviting sitting room provides a comfortable retreat, with access to the rear garden and a connecting door to a well-equipped utility room.
The first floor opens onto a spectacular reception landing that serves as an additional living area, enjoying wonderful far-reaching countryside views and a striking sense of openness. From here, four well-proportioned bedrooms are arranged, two benefitting from contemporary en suite facilities, complemented by a stylish family bathroom. The overall finish throughout the barn is of a high standard, blending modern comfort with the warmth and charm of its original design.
Set within the grounds is a detached Coachhouse, privately positioned and separated by fencing, with its own independent entrance within the grounds of Queensbury Barns. Constructed approximately 18 years ago to a high specification, the Coachhouse perfectly complements the main residence and offers entirely self-contained, flexible accommodation. It presents an excellent opportunity for multi-generational living, guest accommodation or as a proven income-generating investment. Currently operated as a highly successful Airbnb rental, it achieves around £85 per night, with significantly increased demand during the peak racing season. The property benefits from a loyal returning clientele, consistently excellent reviews and extended bookings from professionals working in the area.
Location
Fordham is a popular village located between the historic horse racing town of Newmarket just 5 miles away and the cathedral city of Ely around 9 miles away. The university city of Cambridge is some 17 miles away, easily accessible via the A14, which also interconnects with the M11 to London and the A11 to the east. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is just under 18 miles away.
Ely benefits from a mainline rail station with connection to Cambridge in approximately 17 minutes, there is also a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Soham station has trains toward Peterborough, calling at Ely and toward Ipswich. Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London and Cambridge North Station - the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 40 minutes away.
Village Information
Fordham is a desirable village with a very active community. The recreation ground has a play area and hosts a range of activities and clubs such as football, tennis, cricket and bowls. There is a splendid Grade I listed church with the earliest parts of the building dating from the 12th century. There are several footpaths within the village and a cycle route which connects Fordham with Soham. A bus route connects to Ely, Newmarket, Soham and Cambridge with an hourly service Monday to Saturday.
Facilities
Fordham offers a great range of local amenities, a highly regarded primary school, several restaurants including The White Pheasant and
The Chequers. There are also two food stores, an independent family butcher, a fuel station, two garden centres and a beautiful church.
The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a further range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants and leisure facilities, including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club. Renowned globally for thoroughbred horses and boasting two separate racetracks with quality horses competing throughout the season.
Ely, home to a world-famous 900-year-old Cathedral, lies on the River Great Ouse and offers another good range of shopping facilities within the centre including a market which takes place on both Thursdays and Saturdays. There are a number of sporting facilities such as an 18 hole golf course and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool/gymnasium.
A striking and beautifully presented barn conversion set in the highly desirable village of Fordham, near Newmarket, this exceptional home combines impressive architectural features with refined, high-specification modern living. Thoughtfully designed to maximise light and space, the property offers generous and versatile accommodation ideally suited to both family life and entertaining.
The home opens into a magnificent and spacious dining hall, immediately creating a sense of drama and elegance. A stunning double-height window floods the space with natural light and enhances the barn’s characterful proportions, while an open flow leads directly into the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room. This superbly appointed kitchen forms the true heart of the home, featuring an extensive range of handcrafted wall and base units, quality integrated appliances and ample preparation space, perfectly balancing style and practicality. From the inner hall there is access to a versatile ground floor bedroom or additional reception room, ideal for guests or home working, together with a cloakroom and useful storage cupboard. A cosy and inviting sitting room provides a comfortable retreat, with access to the rear garden and a connecting door to a well-equipped utility room.
The first floor opens onto a spectacular reception landing that serves as an additional living area, enjoying wonderful far-reaching countryside views and a striking sense of openness. From here, four well-proportioned bedrooms are arranged, two benefitting from contemporary en suite facilities, complemented by a stylish family bathroom. The overall finish throughout the barn is of a high standard, blending modern comfort with the warmth and charm of its original design.
Set within the grounds is a detached Coachhouse, privately positioned and separated by fencing, with its own independent entrance within the grounds of Queensbury Barns. Constructed approximately 18 years ago to a high specification, the Coachhouse perfectly complements the main residence and offers entirely self-contained, flexible accommodation. It presents an excellent opportunity for multi-generational living, guest accommodation or as a proven income-generating investment. Currently operated as a highly successful Airbnb rental, it achieves around £85 per night, with significantly increased demand during the peak racing season. The property benefits from a loyal returning clientele, consistently excellent reviews and extended bookings from professionals working in the area.
Location
Fordham is a popular village located between the historic horse racing town of Newmarket just 5 miles away and the cathedral city of Ely around 9 miles away. The university city of Cambridge is some 17 miles away, easily accessible via the A14, which also interconnects with the M11 to London and the A11 to the east. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is just under 18 miles away.
Ely benefits from a mainline rail station with connection to Cambridge in approximately 17 minutes, there is also a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Soham station has trains toward Peterborough, calling at Ely and toward Ipswich. Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London and Cambridge North Station - the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 40 minutes away.
Village Information
Fordham is a desirable village with a very active community. The recreation ground has a play area and hosts a range of activities and clubs such as football, tennis, cricket and bowls. There is a splendid Grade I listed church with the earliest parts of the building dating from the 12th century. There are several footpaths within the village and a cycle route which connects Fordham with Soham. A bus route connects to Ely, Newmarket, Soham and Cambridge with an hourly service Monday to Saturday.
Facilities
Fordham offers a great range of local amenities, a highly regarded primary school, several restaurants including The White Pheasant and
The Chequers. There are also two food stores, an independent family butcher, a fuel station, two garden centres and a beautiful church.
The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a further range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants and leisure facilities, including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club. Renowned globally for thoroughbred horses and boasting two separate racetracks with quality horses competing throughout the season.
Ely, home to a world-famous 900-year-old Cathedral, lies on the River Great Ouse and offers another good range of shopping facilities within the centre including a market which takes place on both Thursdays and Saturdays. There are a number of sporting facilities such as an 18 hole golf course and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool/gymnasium.