2-bedroom flat · CB3 0EX
To rentReduced £250 (−10%) on 15 OctListed 16 days
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About
A high-specification two-bedroom duplex apartment featuring en-suite bedrooms, an open-plan living area, and allocated parking.
It is fully furnished to a high standard and set back from Madingley Road, offering convenient access to Cambridge city centre and transport links.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY AND STAIRCASE A beautifully presented entrance hall featuring wood-effect flooring, neutral décor and a stylish mirrored storage cupboard.
The hallway provides access to the ground floor accommodation, with a carpeted staircase leading to the upper floor. An elegant console table and decorative mirror are present.
There is a small and practical utility cupboard fitted with a washing machine and a tumble dryer, a worktop providing useful additional space and wall-mounted storage cupboards.
Finished with neutral décor and wood-effect flooring. BEDROOM ONE A stunning and spacious double bedroom, finished to a high standard with carpeting throughout.
The room features a double bed with a upholstered feature headboard, matching bedside tables, a stylish dressing table, contemporary fitted wardrobes with sliding doors offer excellent storage.
ENSUITE ONE A well-appointed contemporary shower room, finished to a high standard with neutral tiling to the walls and floor.
Featuring a spacious walk-in shower enclosure with glazed sliding doors, overhead rainfall shower and additional handheld attachment.
A modern wall-mounted vanity unit with wash basin provides useful storage, complemented by a wall-mounted WC, large fitted mirror and chrome heated towel rail.
OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/LIVING AREA An impressive and spacious open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, beautifully designed for modern living.
The kitchen features handle less cabinetry in contrasting grey finishes, worktops, an inset sink, integrated dishwasher, fridge/freezer and a built-in double oven.
The adjoining dining area provides ample space for a six-seater dining table, whilst the generously proportioned living area is furnished with a large sofa, coffee table and chair.
A bespoke fitted media wall with integrated shelving, storage cupboards creates a stylish focal point. Floor-to-ceiling glazed doors, complemented by full-length curtains and sheer drapes.
Wood-effect flooring, recessed ceiling spotlights.
BEDROOM TWO A beautifully presented and generously proportioned double bedroom, finished to an exceptional standard with neutral décor and carpeting throughout.
The room features a luxurious double bed with an impressive full-height upholstered headboard, bedside lighting and matching furniture.
Fitted wardrobes with sliding doors provide excellent storage, Large windows with sliding glazed doors opening directly onto a private balcony, providing a outdoor seating area.
ENSUITE TWO A well-appointed contemporary shower room, finished to a high standard with neutral tiling to the walls and floor.
Featuring a spacious walk-in shower enclosure with glazed sliding doors, overhead rainfall shower and additional handheld attachment.
A modern wall-mounted vanity unit with wash basin provides useful storage, complemented by a wall-mounted WC, large fitted mirror and chrome heated towel rail. PARKING One allocated space.
UTILITIES Please note that the tenant is responsible for all utility bills and council tax. Mains electric. Mains water and sewerage.
Broadband connections - speed strengths may vary across different providers with further detail available at Ofcom.
There is mobile phone signal coverage to this property - signal strengths may vary across different providers with further detail available at Ofcom. NOTES Furniture to be confirmed.
Non smoking property. Any request to keep a pet will be considered reasonably and in accordance with legislation. No sharers. No students.
Government benefits considered on application and subject to a guarantor.
LOCAL AREA INFORMATION The Castle area of Cambridge boarders Arbury, Newnham and the City Centre and is near Girton A14/M11 interchange. Castle has a range of amenities and excellent transport links.
For families, there are several top-rated schools are nearby, such as University of Cambridge Primary School, Cambridge Management and Leadership School, Castle School, University of Cambridge and only a short distance to The Leys and St Faith's School.
The City Centre and Castle Hill are close by, with a variety of shopping and dining options.
For those who enjoy outdoor activities, you can take a Punt along 'The Backs' or Midsummer Common and Jesus Green Lido are a short walk or cycle away, providing vast green spaces for leisure and exercise.
Transport links are excellent, with easy access to the A14 and M11 motorways, facilitating convenient travel to various parts of the country.
Cambridge North train station offers regular services to London and other major cities.
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