Middle Street, Great Gransden

Charming Grade II Listed Thatched Cottage in the Heart of Great Gransden

Nestled in the picturesque and highly sought-after village of Great Gransden, this beautifully presented Grade II listed thatched cottage is the epitome of timeless English charm. Brimming with character and period features, this delightful home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy village life with modern comfort and versatile living space.

Inside, the cottage features two generous reception rooms, both boasting impressive brick-built inglenook fireplaces—the lounge with an open grate and the dining room with a cast iron log burner. Authentic exposed timbers adorn the walls and ceilings, creating a warm and atmospheric setting throughout.

To the rear sits a 16’ kitchen with tranquil views over the lovingly tended rear garden, offering an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining.

A real highlight of the property is the self-contained annexe, seamlessly connected to the main house via an inner lobby. Featuring its own private entrance, a newly refitted shower room, and a compact kitchen area, the annexe is perfect for multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or a home office/studio.

Upstairs, you'll find two well-proportioned bedrooms, both enhanced by more exposed beams, and a spacious main bathroom.

Outside, the home is framed by the quintessential English garden—the front and rear gardens are beautifully landscaped with lawned areas and mature planting. The rear garden is particularly enchanting, complete with an abundance of apple trees, perfect for peaceful afternoons or entertaining guests.

Additional benefits include a garage with power and lighting, and a shingle driveway offering off-road parking for 2–3 cars. Conveniently located for access to Cambridge, this property offers the perfect blend of rural charm and accessibility.

Great Gransden is a picturesque and highly sought-after village situated in South Cambridgeshire and within Comberton School catchment.

Entrance - Solid timber door.

Entrance Lobby - Two windows to side aspects. Expose brickwork. Timber door to dining room.

Dining Room - 4.32m x 4.14m (14'2 x 13'7) - Secondary double glazed windows to front and side aspect. Electric heater. Dog leg staircase to first floor. Brick built inglenook fireplace housing cast iron log burner with exposed flu and Bessemer beam over. Exposed timbers to both walls and ceiling. Timber latch doors to both kitchen and annexe. Storage cupboard.

Kitchen - 4.98m x 2.01m (16'4 x 6'7) - Two secondary double glazed windows to rear aspect. Range of white base and eye level units with worktops over. Inset one and a half sink drainer with mixer taps. Tiled flooring. Tiled walls. Plumbing for washing machine. Dishwasher. Five ring range style cooker with extractor over. Half glazed door to side aspect leading to rear garden.

Living Room - 4.27m x 4.34m (14' x 14'3) - Secondary double glazed windows to both front and rear aspects. Large brick inglenook open fireplace with cast iron grate and brick hearth with Bessemer beam over. Exposed timbers to ceiling and walls. Four wall lights.

Inner Lobby - Secondary window to rear aspect. Door to front aspect leading to front garden. Door to annexe. Door to dining room. Tiled flooring.

Annexe/Bedroom - 5.77m x 3.94m (18'11 x 12'11) - Secondary double glazed windows to front and side aspects. French doors to rear aspect. Electric heater. Plumbing for washing machine. Inset stainless steel sink. Base units with worktops over. Exposed timbers to ceiling. Timber door to Annexe shower room. Wood effect flooring.

Annexe Shower Room - Secondary double glazed window to front aspect. Enclosed shower with recess shelfs. W.c with enclosed cistern. Washbasin with storage under. Tiled flooring. White brick style tiling to walls. Heated chrome towel rail. Access to loft space. Recess spotlights.

First Floor -

Landing - Timber doors to both bedrooms and bathroom.

Bedroom One - 4.32m x 4.14m (14'2 x 13'7 ) - Secondary double glazed window to side aspect. Exposed timbers to ceiling and walls. Recess book shelf. Access to loft space.

Bedroom Two - 4.45m x 3.99m (14'7 x 13'1) - Two secondary double windows to side aspect. Fitted wardrobe. Exposed timbers to ceiling and walls. Access to loft space.

Bathroom - Secondary double glazed window to rear aspect. Panelled bath with Triton electric shower over. W.c. Washbasin.

Outside -

Rear Garden - Beautiful rear garden that has a patio area that has a brick retaining wall with steps up to the lawned area. The bulk of the garden is laid to lawn with a variety of apple trees. There are two plant beds with timber surrounds. Greenhouse. Shrub and flower borders. Gated access to front. Outside tap. Enclosed by fencing.

Front Garden - Equally impressive front garden that is laid mainly to lawn with a variety of flower borders to one side and a hedge border to the other side. Raised flower bed to the centre of the lawn. Trellis separates the shingle driveway from the lawn. Gated access to the side with steps down to public path.

Garage - 5.79m x 2.79m (19' x 9'2) - Power and lighting.

Driveway - Shingle driveway with parking for 2/3 cars.

Agents Notes - * Grade two listed
**Electric heating but radiators are still in situ from previous LPG gas heating.