Summary - Thorpe Road, PETERBOROUGH PE3 6LU
4 bed 3 bath Detached
Unique historic home with large gardens and loft conversion potential.
- Grade I listed medieval building with restored medieval feast roof
- Four bedrooms, two en‑suites, large snooker room/snug and conservatory
- Planning permission granted for a third loft conversion (subject to consents)
- Generous plot: gated entrance, long driveway, double garage with office above
- Dining-room tower has no right of access — restricts use of that area
- Listed status will complicate alterations and increase repair costs
- Council tax described as quite expensive
- Excellent mobile and fast broadband; very low local crime
A rare Grade I listed medieval residence offering substantial, characterful living across c.2,244 sq ft on a very large plot. Original restored medieval feast roof, Regency woodwork and multiple inglenook fireplaces give the house strong historic provenance and dramatic high ceilings that will appeal to buyers wanting an authentic period home. The property currently provides four bedrooms, two en-suites, a large snooker room/snug, conservatory with underfloor heating, kitchen/diner with inglenook and extensive private gardens and courtyard seating areas.
Practical strengths include a long gated driveway with plentiful parking, a double garage with office above, utility room space and planning permission already granted for a third loft conversion — useful scope to increase living space (subject to listed‑building consents). Broadband and mobile signal are excellent; local schools rate well and the setting feels private and very low crime, in an affluent area.
Important practical points: the Grade I listing means any alterations, conversions or repairs will require specialist listed‑building consent and will likely be more costly and slower than for a non‑listed house. The dining‑room tower is noted as having no right of access which may restrict use of that part of the building. Council tax is described as quite expensive. Buyers should budget for ongoing maintenance of historic fabric despite recent restorations.
This home suits purchasers who value rare historic character and are comfortable working within the constraints of a listed property — whether as a family wanting a distinctive, roomy home or as an owner-occupier seeking a restoration/maintenance project with long-term appeal. Serious purchasers should commission specialist surveys and confirm permissions before committing.
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