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The Old Coach House, Witchford, Ely, CB6

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3

Description

Ref: AS01 Welcome to The Old Coach House, a stunning Grade II listed barn conversion located in the picturesque and popular village of Witchford. This unique and individual detached home offers an ideal blend of modern living with delightful character features, all set against the backdrop of beautiful countryside views. Retaining its historical charm while offering all the conveniences of modern living, The Old Coach House is a rare and exceptional find in a sought-after location. This property is ready for you to move in and make it your own. Don't miss the opportunity to own this unique and beautiful home.

Situated in Witchford, a charming village with a cycle route into Ely and just 15 miles north of Cambridge. Witchford boasts a good primary school, a village shop, a public house, bus services, and a secondary school. Ely itself which is just a stones throw away offers multiple amenities and a train station with direct links to London and Cambridge, making this an ideal location for commuters. Beyond the direct train links to London and Cambridge, Ely's train station also offers connections to Norwich, Peterborough, and further afield, making it a convenient hub for travel. The area surrounding Witchford offers beautiful countryside walks and cycling routes, making it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Witchford and Ely have a strong sense of community, with numerous local events and festivals throughout the year, fostering a vibrant and friendly atmosphere. In addition to the good primary and secondary schools mentioned, Ely also has the well-regarded King's Ely, an independent school with a long history of academic excellence.

The property itself is accessed through a gated entrance, providing privacy and security. The garden is enclosed by a brick wall and features raised wooden decking and a paved patio area, all overlooking fields and mature trees. There is ample space for a double garage and parking for multiple vehicles. Internally; The home is well maintained throughout and boasts a neutral decor, making it turn-key ready. The heart of the home is the spacious open-plan kitchen/living/dining area, perfect for modern family life and entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with an island, integrated Neff appliances including an induction hob, and a Grohe boiling water tap. Next you will find the utility room; A practical addition, which provides extra space for laundry and storage. There are also two additional reception rooms, providing ample living space for all the family to enjoy.

The master bedroom is a true retreat, featuring a dressing area with storage complete with en-suite, a bifold window, and Juliet balcony with stunning views along with the custom skylight adds to the airy, light-filled ambiance. The property offers a total of four bedrooms, providing ample space for family and guests.

Upstairs; the oversized family bathroom is luxuriously appointed with a double shower, separate bath, and his-and-hers sinks.

Several bifolding doors bring the outside in, while the oak staircase with glass balustrade and Velux windows on the landing add to the contemporary feel. The garden, arranged on different levels, adds character and charm, and the pergola over the paved area offers a delightful space for outdoor entertaining.

This home must be viewed in order to be fully appreciate the picturesque countryside views, the convenient location and the unique property which boasts character with a contemporary twist.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
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Date Posted
2026-07-25

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good LimitedO2 Good NoneThree Good NoneVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • The Rackham Church of England Primary School and Pre-School634 metresOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    307
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Ely St John's Community Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    371
    Type
    Community school
  • Little Thetford CofE Primary School2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    78
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Lantern Community Primary School2.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    448
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Stretham Community Primary School2.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    185
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Witchford Village College573 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    804
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Ely College2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,635
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Vista Academy Littleport6.3 milesOfsted report card · Nov 2025
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    547
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Soham Village College6.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,436
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Cottenham Village College8.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    860
    Type
    Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

M&S Ely BP, Ely1.2 miles
Co-op Ely, Ely2 miles
Tesco Ely Superstore, Ely2.2 miles

GP surgery

St Mary'S Surgery2 miles

Pharmacy

St Mary'S Pharmacy2.1 miles

Hospital

Princess Of Wales Hospital3.2 miles

Green space

Playing Field52 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Ely Rail Station2.2 miles

Nearest bus stop

Bedwell Hey Lane61 metres

Typical drive times

Soham13 min · 8.1 miles
Chatteris15 min · 11 miles
Newmarket24 min · 16 miles
Ely (city)6 min · 2.6 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

Medium to low risk (1 in 100 to 1 in 1000)

Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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