The Street, Snailwell, CB8
Guide Price £365,000

PROPERTY DETAILS

A charming and characterful two-bedroom semi-detached period cottage, set in an elevated position within a generous 0.12-acre plot, offering stunning uninterrupted views over open farmland to the rear. Located in a peaceful non-estate village setting, the property is offered with no onward chain and presents a wonderful opportunity for those seeking a countryside lifestyle.

Inside, the cottage features a cosy living room with an open fireplace and a separate dining room, which retains a period range (untested). To the rear, a well-equipped kitchen opens onto the garden and offers a range of fitted units and integrated appliances.

Upstairs, there are two spacious double bedrooms, both with cast iron fireplaces, and a family bathroom. With potential scope for a loft conversion, subject to the relevant planning permissions.

Accommodation comprises:

Entrance Hall
Tiled flooring with doors leading to the living room and dining room.

Living Room
Open fireplace with tiled hearth and surround; period window to the front aspect.

Dining Room
Features a period range (untested), built-in storage cupboard, and access to the staircase leading to the first floor.

Kitchen
Fitted with base and wall-mounted units, stainless steel integrated oven and grill, four-ring ceramic hob with extractor hood, and a sink with mixer tap. Quarry tiled flooring and a half-glazed door opening to the rear garden.

First Floor Landing

Bedroom One
Generous double bedroom with feature fireplace (cast iron grate and surround) and period window to the front.

Bedroom Two
Another good-sized double with fireplace (cast iron grate and surround).

Bathroom
Fitted with a panelled bath, hand basin, and low-level WC.

Outside
The cottage sits behind a picket fence with a gate and shingled path leading to a covered porch with a tiled hearth. A driveway to the side provides off-road parking. The beautifully maintained gardens wrap around the side and rear of the property and feature a paved patio, lawns, post and rail fencing, and a brick outbuilding measuring approx. 3.12m x 3.10m—perfect for storage or potential conversion (STP).

Location
Snailwell is a quiet village set in attractive countryside on the Suffolk/Cambridgeshire boarder and is just 3 miles away from the historic horse racing town of Newmarket. The university city of Cambridge is around 17 miles away and is easily accessible via the A14 which interconnects to the M11 motorway to London and the A11 to the east. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is approximately 16 miles away.

For commuters there is a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London, with Cambridge North Station and the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 40 minutes away.

Village Information
Due to its close location to Newmarket, Snailwell has been heavily involved with the breeding and training of horses since the Jockey Club brought over 400 acres in the village in around 1882. Each May an annual fair, Snailwell Medieval Fayre is held in the village. There has been a church in Snailwell since at least the 11th century and nearby is Chippenham Fen, a 112 hectare National Nature Reserve.

Facilities
There is a traditional pub at the centre of the village (The George and Dragon), family run bed and breakfast and dog grooming service. The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a great 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.