£1,500,000
Lower Road, Croydon, SG8
- 6 beds
£1,500,000
- 6 beds
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This charming farmhouse is brimming with potential, offering six large bedrooms, two bathrooms, and three reception rooms. Original woodwork throughout the home adds a touch of timeless elegance, while unique features such as a vintage well and an antique sink in the utility room make this property truly one of a kind. The house also boasts a spacious cellar with significant potential for conversion into additional living or entertainment space.
The exterior is equally impressive, with ample parking, including a carport for two vehicles. Four storage sheds provide extensive storage options, and a secure container with a heavy-duty lock and alarm offers peace of mind. The home is equipped with a wired intruder alarm and a comprehensive smoke alarm system, ensuring safety and security.
The property is heated by an efficient oil boiler, newly installed in December 2022, and features an immersion heater for water heating during the summer months. Waste management is handled by a cesspit system.
Solar Panels Feed-In Tariff: One of the standout features of this property is its solar energy system. The 14 solar panels, installed in 2016, have generated 29,508 kWh of electricity as of June 2024. Under the existing contract with EON, electricity generation accrues at 4.81p per kWh, with 50% of the electricity assumed to be fed back into the grid at 5.38p per kWh. This contract is valid for another 12 years and can be transferred to the new owners, providing a steady income of £300 to £400 annually. Additionally, the property is equipped with an Ohme Home Pro EV charger, a valuable asset for electric vehicle owners.
The Meadow: Adjacent to the house, the 1.5-acre grass meadow offers a wealth of possibilities. With its own separate access, this space could be ideal for equestrian enthusiasts, small-scale farming, or even the development of a campsite or other business ventures. The footprint of a derelict barn, located next to the road, presents an intriguing opportunity for development, subject to planning permission.
Development Potential: While already a stunning property, this farmhouse offers significant potential for further enhancement. Whether you're looking to expand the living spaces, convert outbuildings, or develop the adjacent meadow, this property is a blank canvas awaiting your vision.
Don't miss the chance to own this exceptional property in the idyllic setting of Lower Road, Croydon. With its combination of character, modern amenities, and abundant potential, it's the perfect place to create your dream country home.
LOCATION
While the farmhouse has a Hertfordshire postcode, it is located in South Cambridgeshire, a highly desirable area known for its excellent local services and strong community ties. The nearby village of Croydon enhances the rural charm, offering a peaceful yet connected lifestyle with easy access to major road links, including the A1, just 10 minutes away, and the M11 and A14, approximately 15 minutes from the property. The local area surrounding Croydon Farm offers the perfect blend of rural tranquillity and convenient access to essential amenities. Just a short drive from the historic market town of Royston, residents can enjoy local shops, supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants, as well as excellent transport links, including a mainline railway station providing direct services to London King's Cross in under an hour. The area is also well-served by local schools, healthcare facilities, and recreational options such as countryside walks, parks, and golf courses. With its proximity to Cambridge, Bedford, and London, Croydon Farm offers the best of country living with all the conveniences of modern life close at hand.
A MESSAGE FROM THE OWNERS This house has been a family home for three generations. It's a special place to live. It's an opportunity to buy a unique property as such houses are rare. There is a beautiful established garden which yields flowers all year-round including roses, alliums, daffodils, tulips and a host of others. You will be able to harvest apples, pears, plums, cherries, strawberries, and raspberries from the garden. There is so much space to enjoy and the views all around are spectacular. The house is full of character with ample room to live with plenty of storage. In addition to the reception, dining , kitchen, and multiple bedrooms there is a large attic room and a cellar below which could be developed into another living space. Living here is peaceful and quiet but local cities, towns and shops are within easy reach. There are also excellent schools in the area. Wimpole Hall and Home Farm are just a short distance away.
Freehold
Council tax - Band G
EPC - D
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