Guide price
£750,000
3 bed semi-detached house for saleSchool Lane, Longstanton, Cambridgeshire CB24
3 beds
2 baths
2 receptions
EPC Rating: D
About this property
The Old School is a truly exceptional former village school, dating back to 1845, beautifully combining historic architecture with contemporary family living. Situated within Longstanton's Conservation Area, this distinctive three-bedroom character home offers a spectacular double-height living room, mezzanine gallery, mature private gardens and excellent access to Cambridge, Northstowe, the Guided Busway, A14 and M11.
Offering a rare blend of heritage, individuality and practicality, this remarkable home presents an outstanding opportunity for buyers seeking a period home near Cambridge, a unique family home, or a village property with excellent commuter links.
Key Feastures
• Historic former village school dating from 1845
• Situated within Longstanton's Conservation Area
• Unique semi-detached character home with iconic bell tower
• Spectacular double-height sitting/dining room
• Magnificent arched feature window overlooking the garden
• Original school entrance door
• Open fireplace, exposed beams and oak flooring
• Mezzanine gallery/snug
• Separate home office
• Three bedrooms
• Principal bedroom with en-suite and fitted wardrobes
• Kitchen/dining room with integrated appliances
• Utility/boot room
• Ground floor cloakroom
• Integral garage with internal access
• Landscaped gardens with entertaining terrace
• Brick-built storage outbuilding
• Upgraded glazing and Vaillant combination boiler
• Excellent access to Cambridge, Northstowe, the Guided Busway, A14 and M11
The Property
From the moment you arrive, the striking bell tower and handsome Victorian façade immediately hint at the property's fascinating history.
Stepping inside, the exceptional double-height sitting and dining room creates an unforgettable first impression. A magnificent arched window floods the room with natural light while framing beautiful views across the mature gardens. Exposed beams, an open fireplace, elegant oak flooring and French doors opening onto the patio combine to create an extraordinary living space that is equally suited to everyday family life and entertaining.
Adding further character, the original school entrance door remains in place, while a charming original dumb waiter provides a delightful reminder of the building's heritage.
The well-appointed kitchen/dining room offers excellent storage, integrated double ovens and generous preparation space, making it both practical and stylish. Beyond, the utility and boot room features beautifully carved reclaimed oak sliding doors believed to originate from a historic church, adding yet another unique architectural feature. Internal access to the garage and a convenient cloakroom complete the ground floor.
A beautifully crafted oak staircase rises to the impressive mezzanine gallery, currently arranged as a cosy snug overlooking the spectacular reception room below.
Beyond, a spacious home office enjoys an attractive arched stained-glass window together with extensive eaves storage, creating the ideal environment for modern home working.
The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, a generous en-suite shower room and an attractive glazed arched opening overlooking the mezzanine, reinforcing the property's unique design.
Two further bedrooms, both enjoying fitted storage, are served by a well-appointed family bathroom, while the partially boarded loft provides useful additional storage.
Outside
The attractive rear garden offers a peaceful and private setting with mature planting, colourful borders and a generous patio perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining.
A substantial brick-built outbuilding provides excellent storage, while the integral garage and private parking add further practicality.
The Location
Longstanton remains one of Cambridgeshire's most desirable villages, offering the perfect balance of countryside living and modern convenience.
Residents enjoy excellent local amenities including shops, pubs, cafés, primary schooling, recreational facilities and scenic countryside walks. The nearby Guided Busway provides direct services to Cambridge Science Park, Cambridge North Station, Cambridge city centre and Addenbrooke's Hospital, making the village particularly popular with professionals and commuters.
The thriving new community of Northstowe is also close by, offering additional shopping, leisure facilities, lakes, nature reserves and sporting amenities. Excellent road links via the A14, M11 and A10 place Cambridge, Huntingdon, Ely and London within easy reach.
A Home with a Story
Homes of this quality and individuality rarely come to the market.
Beautifully preserved, thoughtfully updated and rich in architectural character, The Old School offers an exceptional opportunity to own one of Longstanton's most iconic period homes-a remarkable property where history, charm and contemporary family living come together in perfect harmony.
Agents Notes LTA260029
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 1845
EPC: D
Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire Council
Council Tax Band: E
Offering a rare blend of heritage, individuality and practicality, this remarkable home presents an outstanding opportunity for buyers seeking a period home near Cambridge, a unique family home, or a village property with excellent commuter links.
Key Feastures
• Historic former village school dating from 1845
• Situated within Longstanton's Conservation Area
• Unique semi-detached character home with iconic bell tower
• Spectacular double-height sitting/dining room
• Magnificent arched feature window overlooking the garden
• Original school entrance door
• Open fireplace, exposed beams and oak flooring
• Mezzanine gallery/snug
• Separate home office
• Three bedrooms
• Principal bedroom with en-suite and fitted wardrobes
• Kitchen/dining room with integrated appliances
• Utility/boot room
• Ground floor cloakroom
• Integral garage with internal access
• Landscaped gardens with entertaining terrace
• Brick-built storage outbuilding
• Upgraded glazing and Vaillant combination boiler
• Excellent access to Cambridge, Northstowe, the Guided Busway, A14 and M11
The Property
From the moment you arrive, the striking bell tower and handsome Victorian façade immediately hint at the property's fascinating history.
Stepping inside, the exceptional double-height sitting and dining room creates an unforgettable first impression. A magnificent arched window floods the room with natural light while framing beautiful views across the mature gardens. Exposed beams, an open fireplace, elegant oak flooring and French doors opening onto the patio combine to create an extraordinary living space that is equally suited to everyday family life and entertaining.
Adding further character, the original school entrance door remains in place, while a charming original dumb waiter provides a delightful reminder of the building's heritage.
The well-appointed kitchen/dining room offers excellent storage, integrated double ovens and generous preparation space, making it both practical and stylish. Beyond, the utility and boot room features beautifully carved reclaimed oak sliding doors believed to originate from a historic church, adding yet another unique architectural feature. Internal access to the garage and a convenient cloakroom complete the ground floor.
A beautifully crafted oak staircase rises to the impressive mezzanine gallery, currently arranged as a cosy snug overlooking the spectacular reception room below.
Beyond, a spacious home office enjoys an attractive arched stained-glass window together with extensive eaves storage, creating the ideal environment for modern home working.
The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, a generous en-suite shower room and an attractive glazed arched opening overlooking the mezzanine, reinforcing the property's unique design.
Two further bedrooms, both enjoying fitted storage, are served by a well-appointed family bathroom, while the partially boarded loft provides useful additional storage.
Outside
The attractive rear garden offers a peaceful and private setting with mature planting, colourful borders and a generous patio perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining.
A substantial brick-built outbuilding provides excellent storage, while the integral garage and private parking add further practicality.
The Location
Longstanton remains one of Cambridgeshire's most desirable villages, offering the perfect balance of countryside living and modern convenience.
Residents enjoy excellent local amenities including shops, pubs, cafés, primary schooling, recreational facilities and scenic countryside walks. The nearby Guided Busway provides direct services to Cambridge Science Park, Cambridge North Station, Cambridge city centre and Addenbrooke's Hospital, making the village particularly popular with professionals and commuters.
The thriving new community of Northstowe is also close by, offering additional shopping, leisure facilities, lakes, nature reserves and sporting amenities. Excellent road links via the A14, M11 and A10 place Cambridge, Huntingdon, Ely and London within easy reach.
A Home with a Story
Homes of this quality and individuality rarely come to the market.
Beautifully preserved, thoughtfully updated and rich in architectural character, The Old School offers an exceptional opportunity to own one of Longstanton's most iconic period homes-a remarkable property where history, charm and contemporary family living come together in perfect harmony.
Agents Notes LTA260029
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 1845
EPC: D
Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire Council
Council Tax Band: E
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