About this property

Detailed Description

A rather special, detached two double bedroom Grade II listed thatched cottage, located on the High Street and fronting the impressive village green within this highly regarded village. The attractive accommodation extends to approximately 622 sq. ft. and is arranged over two floors and showcases a wealth of period features including an inglenook fireplace, exposed beams and timbers, complemented by a generous amount of natural light throughout. The property is further enhanced by a secluded and tranquil courtyard style rear garden, together with driveway parking for two cars.

Location

Barrington is a charming village in South Cambridgeshire that sits 7 miles (11 km) southwest of Cambridge and 50 miles (80 km) north of London. Known for one of England's longest village greens, it features thatched cottages and a timeless rural character. The nearby A10 links to Cambridge and Royston, with the M11 motorway 5 miles (8 km) away for broader regional access. Foxton railway station, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the village, provides services to London King's Cross in about 50 minutes and Cambridge in as little as 10 minutes.

Amenities include: The Royal Oak pub serving as a lively hub for food and events. A local shop and post office cover daily essentials, while nearby villages like Haslingfield and Harston offer additional amenities, including small supermarkets and healthcare services. The village hall hosts clubs, activities, and gatherings. Barrington Church of England Primary School educates children aged 4-11, with secondary schooling available in Melbourn along with independent schools for all age groups in Cambridge.

Accommodation

Ground floor
Entrance hall
With entrance door, tiled floor, door to living room, kitchen and shower room

Kitchen
With single glazed window to the rear aspect over looking the green, glazed panelled door to the green, bespoke fitted Browns timber kitchen with range of eye and base level units, integrated appliances include washer dryer, under counter fridge and under counter oven, granite counter with inset four ring electric hob with extractor hood over, under mounted sink and a half with mixer tap over, exposed timber, tiled floor, integral storage cupboard

Living room
With single glazed timber windows to front and side aspect, inglenook fireplace with inset wood burning stove, exposed bricks, beams and timbers, wooden flooring, door opening to stairs leading to the first floor

Shower room
With single glazed window to the front aspect, suite comprising; low level wc with eco flush button, pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap over and shower enclosure with glass and chrome sliding door, travertine tiled walls and floor, chrome heated towel rail

First floor
Landing
With single glazed window to the side aspect, exposed beams and timbers, doors to bedroom one and two

Bedroom one
With single glazed window to the side aspect over looking the green, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and timbers, fitted wardrobes

Bedroom two
With single glazed timber window to the front aspect, exposed beams and timbers, vaulted ceilings

Outside
Accessed from the High Street via Slid Lane, the front of the property features an attractive decorative shrub bed that wraps around the side of the house, with a stepping stone pathway leading to the entrance door.

The secluded rear garden enjoys a southerly aspect and is predominantly laid to mixed gravel, centred around a mature tree and complemented by well maintained shrub and climber borders. A stepping stone pathway leads to the shed and log store and continues through to a gravelled parking area providing space for two vehicles.

Viewing

Strictly by prior appointment through the selling agents Brown&Co.

Other

Agents note
The Green Charity provides maintenance and upkeep of Barrington Green and Slid Lane. All properties on the green require an annual Permitted Way Licence to cover maintenance of Barrington Green, upkeep costs and access (Cost for 2025/26 £165).