Summary - UNICORN COTTAGE, 12 OLD SCHOOL LANE WHITTLESFORD CAMBRIDGE CB22 4YS
3 bed 1 bath Detached
Characterful historic home with annexe potential and excellent commuter links.
- Grade II listed thatched cottage c.1450 with historic features
- Recently renovated; fully re-thatched in 2021
- South-west-facing garden on a large private plot
- Planning permission granted for a one-bedroom annexe
- Expansive outbuilding with covered outdoor area
- Some low ceilings and smaller room proportions throughout
- Single family bathroom; further en-suite permission possible
- Listed status restricts alterations and may increase maintenance costs
Unicorn Cottage is a rare, Grade II listed thatched home dating from circa 1450, recently updated to combine period character with modern living. Exposed beams, two inglenook fireplaces and an ornate plaster frieze give the house notable historic charm, while a light-filled kitchen/breakfast room and practical shower/cloakroom add everyday convenience.
The south-west-facing garden and large plot provide a private, sunny outdoor space for families and entertaining. An expansive outbuilding and planning permission for a one-bedroom annexe (ref: 22/04199/HFUL) offer flexible options for guests, home working or multigenerational living. The property sits in a village with good schools, local amenities and direct rail links to Cambridge, London and Stansted.
Buyers should note the home’s listed status: alterations will be restricted and listed-related maintenance can be costly despite a full re-thatch completed in 2021. Interior spaces include some lower ceilings and smaller room sizes typical of a historic cottage, and there is a single family bathroom. Council tax is above average. Chain free sale and good broadband speeds add practical appeal for commuters and remote workers.
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