SELLER INSIGHT

It was the property itself and the location that really appealed to me in the first place. Overlooking the River Nene, the house is well built to a high standard and nicely positioned in a plot of nearly 4 acres, so it’s peaceful and private. I knew the area as I grew up here and I also have my business here too, so I thought that it could work very well for us,” says the owner.

“We have some lovely walks around the village and a footpath nearby that leads down to the river where you’re always assured of seeing people out walking with their dogs. Benwick is a friendly place to live with a good community spirit that’s even more apparent after the events of the past few years. The closest shops to us are in Whittlesea, March, and Ramsey, but we also have a shop in the village that stocks all of the daily essentials. Cambridge is a little further afield and I absolutely love it there! It’s such a nice day out as it’s full of diversity, greenery, places to eat, and things to do.”

“We have a greenhouse and raised beds to grow our own fruit and veg, such as lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, peppers, parsnips, and all kinds of beans. My wife is very green fingered, so she enjoys spending time out in the garden and it’s a wonderful way to relax. We have a couple of places to sit and take in the views and there’s always something to look out for, including the occasional muntjac deer and kingfishers on the river. I think the outside space offers a really exciting opportunity for the new owners to make their own.”

“We’ve lived here for 4 years now and the time is right for us to downsize. The property was fairly new when we moved in and the layout has suited us well, so we haven’t had to make any major changes. It’s a wonderful, big house with plenty of space for dayto-day family life and entertaining. The living room is a lovely room where we like to sit at the end of a busy day and relax in front of the wood burner, whilst the large kitchen dining room is the busy part of the house as it’s ideal for cooking and get-togethers with friends and family.”*

Village information

Benwick is a small, tranquil village in the Cambridgeshire fens with a convenience store, village hall, the parish church of St Mary’s, a primary school, nursery and village pub, the Five Alls, which also serves food. The village hall is the venue for a variety of social activities with several community events taking place throughout the year including: Benwick in Bloom and the Christmas Lights switch on. The river wanders around the village and is a great place to enjoy peaceful countryside walks and to enjoy the local wildlife. Nearby Chatteris is a small market town with an array of shops, amenities, weekly market and several public houses, restaurants and tea rooms.

Transport

Benwick lies approx. 15 miles southeast of Peterborough, 30 miles approx. north of Cambridge and approx. 15 miles to the A1 with links into major road networks. LNER offers fast train services from Peterborough to London King’s Cross in just under an hour.

Schools

Benwick has its own primary school and nursery with several other primary schools in Doddington and Chatteris. The nearest secondary schools are the well regarded Cromwell Community College in Chatteris and Abbey College in Ramsey.

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Information

• River Frontage Detached Family Home

• Versatile Accommodation

• Four Large Bedrooms

• Ensuites to all Bedrooms

• Sits on Approximately 4 Acres

• Downstairs Bedroom with Ensuite

• Triple Garage

• Ideal Small Holding

• Well Served Village

• No Forward Chain

Agents Notes

Tenure: Freehold

Year Built: 2015

EPC: C

Local Authority: Fenland District Council

Council Tax Band: F

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 06.03.2023