Kennels Farmhouse is a superb Grade II listed property of enormous character dating back to the mid-late 16th century with a late 19th century addition to the rear. The property has timber-framed and rendered elevations under a pitched tiled roof. The house also has a huge range of period features including folded leaf moulding, open fireplaces and an original window with diamond mullions, sash windows and brick floors.
The accommodation comprises: entrance porch and hall, reception hall, drawing room, sitting room, dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, laundry room, cloakroom and upstairs a galleried landing, master bedroom with four further bedrooms and a family bathroom.
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The grounds are just under half an acre and are beautifully maintained and predominantly laid to lawn with several mature trees and a sunken brick terrace, water feature pergola and a log store.
The farmhouse is situated in the popular village of Great Wilbraham which is very well placed for the A14. Local amenities there include a primary school, post office/shop, pub, church and a cricket pitch. There is golf and racing nearby and the market town of Bury St Edmonds and Cambridge are also within easy reach – Cambridge has fast trains into London in under an hour.
The guide price is £975,000. For further information please contact Jackson Stops & Staff on 01638 662231 or visit www.jacksonstops.co.uk.
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