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TRANQUIL SETTINGUpware | Ely | Cambridgeshire | CB7 5YQ

Fine & Country Cambridge

Tel: +44 (0)1223 363 700 [email protected] Dukes Court, Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8DZ

Fine & Country

Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, The Channel Islands, France, Portugal, Spain, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West Africa and Namibia, we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive and more expensive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property. This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.

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TranquilTRANQUIL SETTING“The first thing that attracted us here was its quiet and peaceful location, closely followed by the opportunity to bring a historic building back to life and create an unusual home.”

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Set close to the banks of the River Cam in a quiet hamlet which dates back to the 10th Century, this former Pump House, which was built in the period 1841-1846, has been thoughtfully renovated and designed by our clients into a truly unique home.

Sweeping down and round into the large gravel driveway, the front of the Pump House looks substantial and intriguing but gives very little away as to the accommodation that lies behind the large Oak door. As you step onto the drive, the only sound you hear is the reassuring crunch of the gravel drive and the abundance of birds sharing their songs.

As you enter into the HALLWAY, the clunk of the oak door behind you makes you feel safe and secure. With the high vaulted ceiling and double staircase leading with cast iron railings to the top floor, and a deep under stairs storage cupboard, it still gives very few clues as to what awaits as you enter into the lounge.

With tiled underfloor heating the LOUNGE really does have the wow factor. As soon as you enter you are taken back by the ample natural light, high vaulted ceiling and the two large arched windows with deep window sills, which dominate the room and overlook the patio. A window to the front also brings in further light. overview


Steps lead to a raised DINING AREA with double doors onto the patio and window to the rear. The dining area is of excellent size and currently accommodates a beautiful large dining table (not included in the sale) which has been host to many joyful family gatherings.

The dining area leads naturally though into the KITCHEN AREA. Fitted with a halogen hob, electric double oven, and a twin industrial style stainless steel sink and drainer. The kitchen is simple in design and layout but so practical and unassuming, offering ample work surfaces and an abundance of deep drawers and cupboards. Ideal for the keenest of cooks or for everyday family life. To complement the kitchen is a large walk-in pantry and separate utility room with plumbing for washing machine and additional appliance space, and this in turn leads through to a CLOAKROOM with low level flush WC and wash hand basin.

For those that want to enjoy the contents of a good book or a read of the newspaper after a long day, the SNUG at the end of the kitchen is a delight and many late nights have seen family and friends sit chatting until the early hours under the flicker of candlelight.

FIRST FLOOR

On the first floor the MASTER BEDROOM SUITE with stripped wooden flooring is of excellent size and is effectively split into two areas. Turn to your right and into an open plan en suite which is bigger than most family bathrooms. Fitted with a modern contemporary style suite to include a low level flush WC, wash hand basin, bath and large walk-in shower area, with complimentary tiling surround. Turning to the left, the bed stands in a spacious area with views over a small private marina. step inside


A particular feature of this room are the two large feature windows at either end of the room, this ensures there is ample natural light. Our client has retained and exposed much of the original iron work through the property and this is evident in the master suite. Built-in wardrobes provide ample storage space.

Continuing on the first floor is a STUDY, which is approached via a small staircase and has white paint-washed wooden floors and two velux windows ensuring ample natural light. There is also further access into the eaves which provides useful storage.

Returning to the landing a further door leads into the MUSIC/DRAWING ROOM which could be used as a fourth bedroom. With stripped wooden floors, exposed brick wall to one side, high vaulted ceiling and two velux windows overlooking the front with views towards the River Cam, it is not hard to understand why the room is a firm favourite of our client.

The second staircase leads to the top floor which is equally impressive with two generous DOUBLE BEDROOMS, both of similar size. Each offers feature “eyebrow” windows, one of which has coloured glass which looks very impressive with the rising sun streaming through in the morning. Both rooms also offer full EN SUITES with low level flush WC, wash hand basin and panelled bath with fitted shower.


“The first thing that attracted us here was its quiet and peaceful location, closely followed by the opportunity to bring

a historic building back to life and create

an unusual home. It is a wonderful place,

surrounded by nature and with so many outdoor

activities right on our doorstep. When we first

invested in the home it was just a hollowed out

pumping engine house, used by the Drainage

Board as a storage barn. Over the years, we

have been able to create a beautiful conversion

that matches our peaceful lifestyle.”

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“We have lived here for twenty years and it has most definitely been a worthwhile labour of love. We moved

into the house room by room as we converted the property

but we could not have been happier with the outcome. We

have maintained the main exterior and restored its charm and

character. The building has been fully re-roofed with new floors

laid throughout. We also re-opened the large arched windows

of the property which lets the light flood in and almost seems to

bring the garden indoors. We have fabulous views of the skies too,

which are unusual inside your home.”

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“Our aim was to create a cosy home which was both light and spacious, and we feel we have achieved this. The lounge and hall both

have vaulted ceilings and the French doors to the patio look across the garden to

Wicken Fen nature reserve. The sunken garden is a wonderful oasis of wildlife and

plants, with sheltered space to sit and relax in the sun or shade.”


“I know that when we leave this home we’re going to miss everything. We love the location and the everyday wildlife that pops into our

garden. The property is rural but nothing is far away, by car or bicycle. Ely, Newmarket and Cambridge are all within a twelve mile radius and provide

everything you could need from shops to transport to restaurants. Excellent schools can also be found in Cambridge, Ely, Soham and the villages of

Stretham and Swaffham Prior. The surrounding countryside makes this home perfect for anyone who loves walking, cycling, painting, birdwatching,

boating or fishing. The open landscape of this edge of the fens is beautiful and we will miss this home a lot,” concludes Helen.


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 04.03.2015

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ABOUT THE AREA

Upware is located in the south west corner of the parish of Wicken with views of unspoiled waterways in this unique location. Situated beside Burwell and Lode, near its junction with the River Cam, the Pump House lies between the two protected wetland and wildlife areas of Wicken Fen national nature reserve and the River Cam Washes SSSI. Wicken windmill is close by.

The hamlet has a close knit community and its own public house, with three areas of riverside and marina moorings. It is popular with boaters, walkers and cyclists. Upware is easily accessed by road from the A10 and with its connections to the A14 and M11. Positioned 12 miles from Cambridge, 13 miles from Newmarket and 10 miles from Ely.

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The beautiful and historic university city of Cambridge provides numerous cultural and recreat ional faci l i t ies as well as excellent shopping and a regional airport.

For the commuter there are fast and regular train services from St Neots station into London’s King’s Cross from 37 minutes. Road network links for the A1, A14 and M11 are all located within a reasonable distance.

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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on (01223) 363700.

OUTSIDE

With oak double doors, which complement the front oak door, the garage is of excellent size and offers ample workshop space as well. With electric light and power and an internal door to the main hallway, it has been suggested that the garage could be converted into an additional family room, subject to the relevant planning consents and building regulations.

The tranquil setting is a relief from the noise of a normal working day, yet still offers easy commuter routes into Cambridge City Centre. Since buying the house 20 years ago our clients have encouraged bird life by strategically placing bird boxes and feeders around the garden. The bird feeders by the patio ensure great bird watching from the lounge windows, whilst seating on the patio allows views over the garden which is visited by a large variety of birds and wildlife.

Steps lead down to a further garden area with a very useful brick store. The lower garden is totally secluded by a wealth of shrubs, plants and trees and will be a haven for butterflies in the summer months. The garden is divided into three ‘rooms’, two for relaxing and the largest currently used for growing home-grown produce. The latter could be changed to offer a more substantial lawn area.


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