5 bed detached house for sale

High Street, Ramsey PE26

Steeped in history & rich in character, this exquisite & substantial victorian residence, dating back to 1848, offers an impressive 2,338 sq ft of beautifully appointed living space. Boasting five bedrooms, the property showcases an array of stunning period features throughout, including high ceilings, elegant mouldings & timeless architectural details that reflect its heritage.

Occupying a signifcant 0.15 of an acre south facing plot (sts), the home enjoys an abundance of natural light & a wonderful sense of space both inside and out, making it ideal for family living and entertaining alike.

Perfectly positioned in the very heart of ramsey, the property places everyday conveniences right on the doorstep. Highly regarded primary & secondary, independent shops, golf course & a selection of welcoming pubs & eateries are all within easy walking distance, creating a vibrant yet community-focused setting.

For commuters, excellent transport links provide easy access to nearby towns and cities, with Huntingdon just 20 minutes away, Peterborough 30 minutes, and Cambridge reachable within 40 minutes.

A rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished period home in a prime central location, combining historic charm with modern-day convenience.

Ramsey’s High Street is the historic spine of a medieval market town that grew up around Ramsey Abbey (founded in 969 ad). The street follows a sinuous medieval plan with long, narrow burgage plots running back from the road. A major fire in 1731 destroyed much of the High Street, after which many buildings were rebuilt in brick for fire resistance. By the 19th century the street had a mix of terraced and detached brick houses, some with commercial ground floors, set within the evolving market-town character.

27 High Street sits within the Ramsey Conservation Area, which recognises the historic grain of the street, continuous frontages at the pavement edge, glimpses into rear gardens and courtyards, and the transition on the south side toward more open land. The building itself contributes to this character with its solid-brick construction and period detailing typical of 19th-century residential development in the town.

If you have the title deeds, an old estate-agent brochure, or any other document that mentioned 1848, that would be the most reliable clue. For deeper research, the Cambridgeshire County Record Office in Ely holds tithe maps (c.1840s), 19th-century censuses, and building plans that may name the original owner or plot. Local historians via the Ramsey Rural Museum or Ramsey & District Civic Society may also be able to help.

Guide price of £450,000 to £475,000
Property measurements


Snug/study - 3.84m x 3.57m


Pantry/storage room - 2.74m x 2.71m


Dining room - 3.95m x 3.92m


Living room - 4.55m x 4.22m


Conservatory - 3.81m x 3.41m


Kitchen - 3.98m x 2.42m


Utility room - 2.41m x 2.29m


WC - 1.42m x 1.38m


Master bedroom - 4.61m x 3.05m


Bedroom two - 3.67m x 3.29m


Bedroom three - 3.66m x 2.48m


Bedroom four - 3.06m x 2.84m


Bedroom five - 2.95m x 1.84m


Bathroom - 4.02m x 2.12m


Loft room above utility room - 3.91m x 2.35m


Garage - 9.14m x 2.79m

About ramsey


The lovely market town of Ramsey is located north of the larger towns of Huntingdon and St.Ives and was built around the Benedictine Abbey. The town offers a wide range of amenities including shops, restaurants, leisure centre with swimming pool, a primary and secondary school as well as early years children providers. There is also a museum dedicated to rural life and the town annually plays host to one of Britain's largest living history events.

Fast and Direct mainline train links in to London Kings Cross can be found from both Huntingdon (approx 11 miles) and Peterborough (approx 12.5 miles) - travel time into Kings Cross on both services is around 50 minutes. Also available, from St Ives (approx 11.5 miles), is the Guided Busway which provides a traffic free, fast and frequent service connecting the town to Central Cambridge.
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EPC Rating: E