For Sale5 Bedroom Detached House in 'Cocks Lodge' Sandon, Nr Buntingford, SG9£1,250,000

A fine detached Victorian home in a beautiful semi rural setting that stands in just over 14 acres of gardens, paddocks and woodland with wonderful far reaching views over surrounding countryside. Cocks Lodge offers so much potential for those seeking a home to put their own mark upon. Formerly two farm workers cottages that were combined and extended some years ago to provide well proportioned accommodation approaching 2000 sq' with five generous bedrooms, a bathroom, two shower rooms and four reception rooms. In addition there is a double garage and outbuildings. The property has clearly been greatly loved and cared for and has been in the same family ownership since 1938. Today, Cocks Lodge offers a perfect opportunity for those seeking a semi rural lifestyle yet, without feeling isolated. The house sits amidst rolling countryside, on the edge of Sandon village with the A10 (Cambridge Road) being about 2.5 mile away.  Sitting in just over 14 acres the grounds are presently divided into distinct areas with around 4 or 5 acres of paddocks and gardens and the balance being beautiful ancient woodland surrounded by farmland and backing onto protected countryside. This is a perfect spot to forget about the pressures of life. The woodland is a haven to much wildlife with deer, badgers, foxes and a wide variety of birds that enjoy it. The gardens are also a joy with many mature shrubs, trees and a natural pond. There are two fenced paddocks, a double garage and useful outbuildings. The accommodation has been well cared for over the years but now does require some updating. Throughout there are numerous lovely character features reflecting the original Victorian era the house was built in. The living room is a good size with woodburning stove at one end of the room and a feature red brick fireplace (not open) at the other. This is a lovely room with door and windows opening onto the garden. The dining room and study are also at the rear, in the Victorian part of the house, and enjoy original features and offer such a lovely cosy feel. To the front of the house one finds the entrance lobby that leads into a generous hallway. There is a playroom/family room, a cloaks/shower room off the hallway, together with the kitchen and a utility/boot room. Upstairs one finds a spacious landing with five double bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate shower room.  Location The property is perfectly placed for those seeking a semi rural lifestyle yet still wish to be within easy reach of nearby towns and stations. The village of Sandon has a thriving community including Sandon JMI school, village hall and All Saints church with the pretty market town of Buntingford just over 5 miles away with numerous shops, restaurants, coffee shops and pubs complimented by two supermarkets. For the commuter Ashwell Station is about 4 miles away and connects to London St Pancreas in just under an hour and Cambridge in 20 minutes. The larger market towns of Royston and Baldock are approximately 6 or 7 miles away offering more extensive amenities and mainline stations on Thameslink and with fast trains to Kings Cross/St Pancreas . The A10 and A1(M) are both easily accessible providing connections to the M25. Education in the area is well catered for with a wide variety of both state and private schools. As one would expect there are footpaths and bridleways on ones doorstep and numerous recreational and sports amenities found in the surrounding area. General information Local Authority: North Hertfordshire DC. Council Tax Band: G  Mains water and electricity are connected. Private drainage. Please note that public footpaths do run through part of the grounds.