The Tythe Barn
Gamlingay, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2HT
Guide Price
£2,000,000
Residential Tags: Grade I Listed, Grade II, Thatched Roof
Property Tags: Equestrian, Walled Garden
Land Tags: Paddock, Pasture Land
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Jul 2022
- Removed: Date Not Available
- Residential Tags: Grade I Listed, Grade II, Thatched Roof
- Property Tags: Equestrian, Walled Garden
- Land Tags: Paddock, Pasture Land
A truly unique 18th Century part-thatched former threshing barn which has been modernised to a very high standard. The property in sits on approx. 7 acres which includes paddocks, formal gardens, and a vegetable garden. There are also numerous outbuildings including stables, storage, an extra-large garage (with the potential to be converted into a bungalow/annexe STPP), double cart barn and former brick-built Granary which has listed building consent for renovation (application 21/01855/HFUL).
As you enter the barn you are immediately taken aback by the grand dual aspect, triple height dining hall with glazed elevations and galleried landings and the feature brick fireplace. There is a downstairs cloakroom by the front door. The dining hall leads into the living room with exposed beams, a brick fireplace with bressummer over and a wood burning stove; this in turn leads to the triple aspect garden room with doors leading to the garden. To the other side of the dining hall there is a generous size study/family room with a door leading to the bespoke kitchen breakfast room which has a part vaulted ceiling and a bespoke fitted kitchen with large island and built-in appliances. There is a utility/boot Room beyond.
Upstairs on the first floor there is a very good-sized principal bedroom with dressing area and large contemporary en-suite with a soaker bath and walk-in shower and twin basins. The second bedroom is also of a good size with its own en-suite which includes a roll -top slipper bath and separate shower. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes and en-suite shower rooms.
Outside the drive leads to a double cart barn and continuing along the drive there is an oversized garage. The paddocks have a mixture of stock fencing and post and rail and water is also connected - ideal for equestrian use. The gardens are beautifully landscaped with mature trees, flowers and shrubs and includes a walled garden, courtyard with koi pond and numerous seating areas, together with a well-stocked vegetable and fruit garden.
Seller Insight
Dating back to the 18th century, this stunning Grade II listed barn conversion, which boasts almost seven acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, enjoys a picturesque setting in the glorious Cambridgeshire countryside opposite an ancient wood with access to a Bridleway. “In terms of what drew us to the property when we came across it eight years ago, I think we’d both agree that it was a combination of the style and character of this magnificent building, the spectacular surroundings and the fact that although the property as a whole offers seclusion and country living at its best , it’s just moments from the lovely villages of Gamlingay and Potton .We’re also only four miles from the market town of Sandy where we can hop on a train and be in central London is under fifty minutes so we’ve never felt isolated.”
“The barn itself was converted some time back in the 1990s, and so when we came here it’s fair to say that it needed some TLC. However, we’d been looking for a project and we knew we could turn this into something quite special, which is exactly what we’ve done. We had the main section of the building re-thatched; the shiplap was re-stained, and a new boiler installed. Inside we added a beautiful new kitchen, replaced all four bathrooms, tweaked the layout upstairs, refreshed the décor… the list goes on and on. It’s now the most beautiful family home, and as well as having a wealth of character and charm, it also has all the benefits of a modern home such as wooden double glazing and proper insulation.”
“The very first time we stepped into the main hall it absolutely took our breath away. It’s a magnificent space that stretches up through the three storeys right to the rafters, and it features a wonderful ash staircase and mezzanine landings. This space comes into its own at Christmas when we host all of our family and are able to have a really tall tree”
“Opposite the main house is a large run of outbuildings, one of which is The Granary. We actually have planning permission in place to convert it into an annexe which could provide extra accommodation for guests, it could be a granny annexe or a fantastic space for a teenager who wants that little bit of independence.”
“The gardens and grounds are so incredibly beautiful, and during our time here we’ve planted lots of flowers, trees, and shrubs. At the back of the house is a large walled garden, there’s a pretty courtyard area with a pond, and another large patio where we have our table and chairs. Then we have the pastureland where we keep our Alpacas – the previous owners ran a stud farm here, so we also have stables and a tack room as well as a number of outbuildings. We’ve had the space here to do exactly what we want and it’s a place where we’ve enjoyed a fantastic quality of life, and it’s also a great place for large get-togethers. We’ve held a fabulous barn dance for an anniversary party with a huge marquee and over one hundred guests, when some people camped out in the fields. It was almost like a mini festival.”
“This is an amazing property and such a special place to call home; even after eight years of living here it still takes my breath away,” says the owner. “In terms of what we’ll miss, I think we’d both say absolutely everything. It’s totally unique, a real gem of a place, and we know that the new owners are going to love living here every bit as much as we have.”
Village information
Gamlingay is full of charming cottages and narrows streets and is steeped in history. Dating back to the 11th century the village has a conservation area with 72 listed buildings ranging from manor houses to barns and even an iconic British red telephone box and the parish church is a lovely Grade I listed building dating back to the 13th century. Gamlingay is well served with local amenities including shops, post office, medical centre, pharmacy, pubs/café/restaurant, and the award-wining Eco Hub which hosts a variety of community events. Nearby Biggleswade offers a wider selection of shops, a retail park and sports and leisure facilities.
Transport
Located on the Cambridgeshire/Bedfordshire border, Gamlingay is ideal for those looking for a country life but with good links into Cambridge and London. Biggleswade and Sandy both have mainline train stations and provide fast commuter links into London King’s Cross/St Pancras in approx. 40 minutes.
Schools
Gamlingay has its own well-regarded primary school, Gamlingay Village Primary, with nearby Potton offering Potton Lower and Middle schools up to age 13. For secondary education, Gamlingay is within the catchment area for the well-regarded Comberton Village College.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 18th century
EPC: Exempt – Grade II Listed
Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire District Council
Council Tax Band: G
Oil central heating – New boiler installed in 2021
Re-thatched in 2016 with long straw
IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASERS:
_We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller
To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £60 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.
We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Thomas Morris Sales & Lettings._
FCY210175
Marketed by: Fine & Country, St.Neots
As you enter the barn you are immediately taken aback by the grand dual aspect, triple height dining hall with glazed elevations and galleried landings and the feature brick fireplace. There is a downstairs cloakroom by the front door. The dining hall leads into the living room with exposed beams, a brick fireplace with bressummer over and a wood burning stove; this in turn leads to the triple aspect garden room with doors leading to the garden. To the other side of the dining hall there is a generous size study/family room with a door leading to the bespoke kitchen breakfast room which has a part vaulted ceiling and a bespoke fitted kitchen with large island and built-in appliances. There is a utility/boot Room beyond.
Upstairs on the first floor there is a very good-sized principal bedroom with dressing area and large contemporary en-suite with a soaker bath and walk-in shower and twin basins. The second bedroom is also of a good size with its own en-suite which includes a roll -top slipper bath and separate shower. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes and en-suite shower rooms.
Outside the drive leads to a double cart barn and continuing along the drive there is an oversized garage. The paddocks have a mixture of stock fencing and post and rail and water is also connected - ideal for equestrian use. The gardens are beautifully landscaped with mature trees, flowers and shrubs and includes a walled garden, courtyard with koi pond and numerous seating areas, together with a well-stocked vegetable and fruit garden.
Seller Insight
Dating back to the 18th century, this stunning Grade II listed barn conversion, which boasts almost seven acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, enjoys a picturesque setting in the glorious Cambridgeshire countryside opposite an ancient wood with access to a Bridleway. “In terms of what drew us to the property when we came across it eight years ago, I think we’d both agree that it was a combination of the style and character of this magnificent building, the spectacular surroundings and the fact that although the property as a whole offers seclusion and country living at its best , it’s just moments from the lovely villages of Gamlingay and Potton .We’re also only four miles from the market town of Sandy where we can hop on a train and be in central London is under fifty minutes so we’ve never felt isolated.”
“The barn itself was converted some time back in the 1990s, and so when we came here it’s fair to say that it needed some TLC. However, we’d been looking for a project and we knew we could turn this into something quite special, which is exactly what we’ve done. We had the main section of the building re-thatched; the shiplap was re-stained, and a new boiler installed. Inside we added a beautiful new kitchen, replaced all four bathrooms, tweaked the layout upstairs, refreshed the décor… the list goes on and on. It’s now the most beautiful family home, and as well as having a wealth of character and charm, it also has all the benefits of a modern home such as wooden double glazing and proper insulation.”
“The very first time we stepped into the main hall it absolutely took our breath away. It’s a magnificent space that stretches up through the three storeys right to the rafters, and it features a wonderful ash staircase and mezzanine landings. This space comes into its own at Christmas when we host all of our family and are able to have a really tall tree”
“Opposite the main house is a large run of outbuildings, one of which is The Granary. We actually have planning permission in place to convert it into an annexe which could provide extra accommodation for guests, it could be a granny annexe or a fantastic space for a teenager who wants that little bit of independence.”
“The gardens and grounds are so incredibly beautiful, and during our time here we’ve planted lots of flowers, trees, and shrubs. At the back of the house is a large walled garden, there’s a pretty courtyard area with a pond, and another large patio where we have our table and chairs. Then we have the pastureland where we keep our Alpacas – the previous owners ran a stud farm here, so we also have stables and a tack room as well as a number of outbuildings. We’ve had the space here to do exactly what we want and it’s a place where we’ve enjoyed a fantastic quality of life, and it’s also a great place for large get-togethers. We’ve held a fabulous barn dance for an anniversary party with a huge marquee and over one hundred guests, when some people camped out in the fields. It was almost like a mini festival.”
“This is an amazing property and such a special place to call home; even after eight years of living here it still takes my breath away,” says the owner. “In terms of what we’ll miss, I think we’d both say absolutely everything. It’s totally unique, a real gem of a place, and we know that the new owners are going to love living here every bit as much as we have.”
Village information
Gamlingay is full of charming cottages and narrows streets and is steeped in history. Dating back to the 11th century the village has a conservation area with 72 listed buildings ranging from manor houses to barns and even an iconic British red telephone box and the parish church is a lovely Grade I listed building dating back to the 13th century. Gamlingay is well served with local amenities including shops, post office, medical centre, pharmacy, pubs/café/restaurant, and the award-wining Eco Hub which hosts a variety of community events. Nearby Biggleswade offers a wider selection of shops, a retail park and sports and leisure facilities.
Transport
Located on the Cambridgeshire/Bedfordshire border, Gamlingay is ideal for those looking for a country life but with good links into Cambridge and London. Biggleswade and Sandy both have mainline train stations and provide fast commuter links into London King’s Cross/St Pancras in approx. 40 minutes.
Schools
Gamlingay has its own well-regarded primary school, Gamlingay Village Primary, with nearby Potton offering Potton Lower and Middle schools up to age 13. For secondary education, Gamlingay is within the catchment area for the well-regarded Comberton Village College.
Agents Information
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 18th century
EPC: Exempt – Grade II Listed
Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire District Council
Council Tax Band: G
Oil central heating – New boiler installed in 2021
Re-thatched in 2016 with long straw
IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASERS:
_We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Please be advised that some of the particulars may be awaiting vendor approval. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller
To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers. There is a nominal charge of £60 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.
We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Thomas Morris Sales & Lettings._
FCY210175
Marketed by: Fine & Country, St.Neots
Land Registry Data
- No historical data found.