A black Rayburn presides over the kitchen and breakfast room at Cheriton House, in Thorney, perfecting the room’s farmhouse look.
But the Rayburn is only one of the many charms of this 18th-century, Grade II-listed property, which stands on the village green, and currently on the market via Fine & Country for £1.1 million.
The 5,005sq ft interior is full of delightful details, from large sash windows to fine fireplaces. Four reception rooms, including the large first-floor drawing room, make Cheriton House well suited to entertaining.
Also on the first floor are four bedrooms, with another four in the attic— all of which are en suite and reached from the back stairs. Outside is a partially walled garden and a large outbuilding that could be converted into an annexe (subject to planning consent).
Cheriton House is currently on the market via Fine & Country for £1.1 million — see more pictures, or enquire with the agent for further details.
Thorney: What you need to know
Location: One hour north of Cambridge, in Cambridgeshire. Peterborough is just over 8 miles to the south west, and Leicester just under 50 miles to the west.
Atmosphere: The village was once the site of a 7th century monastic settlement and is home to an ancient abbey. It's home to a number of sport clubs, a medical centre, plus a number of independent shops and businesses.
Things to do: From the Thorney Rugby Club to the golf centre, riding stables and heritage museum, there is plenty to do. The Norfolk coast is about an hours drive away, whilst Cambridge is an hour to the south. Nearby Peterborough is home to a cathedral and historic abbey, plus a museum/art gallery.
Schools: The Duke of Bedford Primary School and Calman Colaiste are both rated 'good' in Ofsted reviews. Park House School is also located within the village. The Perse School and The Leys
See more property for sale in the area.
Credit: Strutt and Parker
Best country houses for sale this week
An irresistible West Country cottage and a magnificent Cumbrian country house make our pick of the finest country houses for
-
The dream home that never was for one of Britain's greatest film stars, back on the market for the first time in half a centuryAnna White takes a look at the beautiful Wallers Mead, in the Buckinghamshire village full of links to Hollywood movies from James Bond to Star Wars.
-
Country Life Quiz of the Day, September 16, 2025 gets Brutal(ist)Divisive architecture is among the themes of today's quiz questions.
-
The dream home that never was for one of Britain's greatest film stars, back on the market for the first time in half a century
Anna White takes a look at the beautiful Wallers Mead, in the Buckinghamshire village full of links to Hollywood movies from James Bond to Star Wars.
-
A 500-year-old cottage in West Sussex that's as beautiful as you could ever hope to see, with a pool ringed by flowers, stables and a croquet lawnJames Fisher was in need of some balm for the soul when he came across Woodshill House.
-
A Clarkson's Farm of one's own: Five properties with just enough farmland for you and your family, from under £1 millionMoving to the country is one thing; moving to the country and being able to grow and rear all your own food is another level entirely, and all these properties offer exactly that.
-
Six superb homes, from chocolate box cottages to grand Tudor mansions, as seen in Country LifeOur regular round-up includes charming home counties houses and superb grand country house in Ireland.
-
A billionaire's thatched cottage is for sale in Surrey, once owned by the oil magnate J. Paul GettyChestnut Cottage is a joyous little home — albeit one with the most unusual bedrooms to acreage to price balances we've ever seen. Toby Keel takes a look inside.
-
Medieval Italian? 19th century French? 16th century German? You're spoilt for choice if you're looking to buy a gorgeous continental castleFrom hills of Italy to a Bavarian palace, Toby Keel takes a look at three of the finest castles for sale across Europe today.
-
How to buy a house at auctionBuying at auction can mean you secure your dream property for a bargain price, but preparation is the key
-
The homes of two 1980s TV icons are both up for sale at the same timeThe houses where Bob Monkhouse and Sir Terry Wogan spent decades of their lives are currently on the market. Annabel Dixon takes a look.
