Main Street, Great Gidding, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28

Set within approximately 0.43 of an acre in the sought-after village of Great Gidding, this beautifully presented home offers a wonderful combination of character, contemporary living and exceptional outdoor space. With far-reaching countryside views, a private established setting and some truly impressive entertaining areas, the property has been thoughtfully enhanced by the current owners to create a home that works equally well for relaxed family life, entertaining friends and enjoying the outdoors. One of its most magical features is the outlook to the rear, where the open countryside provides an ever-changing backdrop and spectacular sunsets can be enjoyed from the garden and terrace.

The accommodation extends to approximately 2,669 sq ft, complemented by a substantial double garage of around 398 sq ft, providing an overall footprint of approximately 3,067 sq ft. The approach to the property is particularly attractive, with brick and barn-style cladding providing character, complemented by a generous driveway and carefully landscaped front garden. There is an immediate sense that this is a home designed to be enjoyed, with the combination of attractive architecture, mature planting and generous outside space creating a welcoming first impression.

Internally, the presentation is excellent throughout, with the current owners having made a number of improvements to enhance both the appearance and practicality of the home. The kitchen/breakfast room has been refitted to provide a stylish and sociable space, ideal for everything from relaxed breakfasts through to preparing dinner while entertaining guests. The generous sitting room is a particularly impressive room with excellent proportions and a newly installed wood-burning stove, creating a warm and inviting focal point for cosy evenings. A separate dining room provides an ideal setting for more formal occasions, family dinners and entertaining.

One of the property's most impressive features is the relationship between the main living accommodation and the outside space. Bifold doors from the sitting room, together with doors from the kitchen, open directly onto an exceptional entertaining terrace. Thoughtfully created by the current owners, this is much more than simply a patio; it has become an extension of the living space, complete with fireplace, outdoor television and extensive areas for dining, relaxing and entertaining. Imagine summer evenings spent with friends around the fire, watching a film outdoors, enjoying a long dinner with the doors open or simply sitting with a glass of wine as the sun sets across the countryside. It is a wonderfully sociable space that can be enjoyed throughout much of the year and is particularly special as evening falls, when the sunsets behind the property provide a spectacular backdrop.

The first floor provides four bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom with its own en suite facilities. The remaining bedrooms are well proportioned and served by the additional bathroom facilities, making the accommodation ideally suited to family life, visiting guests or those looking for space to grow into. The overall layout provides a comfortable balance between shared family areas and quieter spaces to retreat to.

Outside, the approximately 0.43-acre plot is a major attraction. The gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped and provide a wonderful balance of formal areas, lawn and entertaining space, with the terrace creating a natural connection between the house and garden.

Beyond the boundaries, the surrounding countryside provides far-reaching views and a genuine feeling of openness, while the established planting helps create privacy and a sense of seclusion. It is the kind of garden that invites you to spend time outside, whether enjoying a quiet morning coffee, hosting friends and family or watching the changing colours of the sky at the end of the day.

The substantial double garage provides excellent storage and parking, while the generous driveway offers further off-road parking. Together, the house, grounds and ancillary space create a property that offers considerably more than simply the internal accommodation. With its combination of character, beautifully presented interiors, impressive entertaining space, countryside views, privacy and those spectacular evening sunsets, this is a home that lends itself particularly well to enjoying the best of village life while providing the space and flexibility for modern family living.

Seller Insight
“Top Farm has been our home for the past 10 years. What first drew us to the property was the location and, most of all, the garden. We had previously lived on an estate, so arriving here and seeing the space, the views and the peace was a real wow factor.”

“Although it is on Main Street, you would never really know it. Once you are in the garden, it feels private, peaceful and wonderfully tucked away, with open views across the fields and beautiful sunsets.”

“Over the years, we have gradually made the house our own. We have modernised it, including redoing the kitchen and adding a log burner to the lounge, which has made it such a lovely place to be.”

“The garden has probably been our biggest project; we have completely transformed it. We are lucky enough to have all sorts of wildlife visiting, muntjac deer and squirrels, and there is something really special about looking out over the fields and seeing nothing but countryside. It is peaceful and private, and I think that is something we will really miss.”

“It is difficult to choose a favourite room because we have genuinely enjoyed every part of the house. Christmas here has always been special, and the house has seen more than its fair share of celebrations over the years.”

“It is also a wonderful home for entertaining. The kitchen island naturally becomes the place where everyone gathers, and in the summer the garden comes into its own. Somehow, it always seems to be our house that everyone ends up gathering at, and I think that says a lot about how welcoming it feels.”

“The village has also been a big part of why we have loved living here. We even got married in the village church. There is a lovely local pub and a community store, which is incredibly useful, as well as beautiful walks right on the doorstep. For families, there are also two well regarded private schools nearby.”

“Despite feeling very much in the countryside, the house is incredibly well connected, with the train station close by. It is that combination of having the peace and space of the countryside while still being so well connected that has made the location work particularly well for us.”

“What I will miss most is the garden. We have put so much time, work and love into creating it, and it has become such a tranquil place for us. It has been a wonderful home for welcoming people and making memories. My grandchildren have particularly loved coming here for sleepovers and spending time in the garden, and they have had so much fun here over the years.”

Village Information
Great Gidding is a charming village on the Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire border, the largest of the three villages collectively known as The Giddings, with Steeple Gidding and Little Gidding as its smaller neighbours. The village offers a local village store, Gidding Den and Country Shop, a church, and a pub. The nearby towns of Oundle (about 7.7 miles away) and Huntingdon (around 13.7 miles away) provide a wide range of amenities and shopping options, while the city of Peterborough is situated 17 miles to the north.

The village has convenient access to the A1 and A14, with a major train station in Peterborough offering connections to major cities across England and Scotland, as well as fast trains to London Kings Cross, London St Pancreas, London Bridge and beyond from Huntingdon. The larger village of Sawtry, approximately 5 miles away, offers additional amenities, including healthcare facilities, a pub, leisure centre, schools, and various convenience stores.

Agents Notes
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 2016
EPC: C
Local Authority: Huntingdonshire
Council Tax Band: G


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