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About
We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptional detached cottage, occupying a prime position within the highly sought-after village of Balsham.
Constructed within the last five years by the prestigious local developers Paul & Page, this attractive home has since been enhanced by the addition of a substantial two-storey extension, creating an impressive dining room on the ground floor and a spacious third double bedroom on the first floor.
Designed as an A-rated Passive Home, the property combines traditional character with outstanding energy efficiency.
High-quality finishes are evident throughout, with underfloor heating across the ground floor, a beautifully appointed country-style kitchen, generous reception space, and thoughtfully designed storage.
Externally, the property enjoys off-street parking behind electric gates together with two attractive garden areas, offering both entertaining and low-maintenance outdoor space.
Ground Floor A welcoming entrance hall provides access to the principal ground floor accommodation.
Cloakroom: Fitted with a WC and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit, complemented by a beautifully tiled floor and a window to the front aspect.
A useful built-in cupboard provides excellent storage for coats and shoes.
Lounge: A superb triple-aspect reception room enjoying windows to the front, side and rear, flooding the space with natural light.
A striking feature fireplace forms the focal point of the room, whilst bespoke shutters and built-in storage add both style and practicality.
Kitchen: A beautifully fitted country-style kitchen featuring solid oak worktops and an excellent range of wall and base units.
Integrated appliances include a washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and double oven. A feature breakfast bar provides additional workspace and casual dining.
Windows to both the front and rear aspects, together with a side door leading to the courtyard garden, create a bright and functional space which opens seamlessly into the dining room.
Dining Room: The impressive extension provides a wonderful entertaining space, benefitting from French doors opening onto both garden areas and two additional side windows, creating an exceptionally light and airy room with beautifully tiled flooring.
The entire ground floor benefits from underfloor heating. First Floor A beautifully crafted staircase with a fitted stair runner leads to the first-floor landing.
Principal Bedroom/Three: A spacious double bedroom featuring a built-in wardrobe, vaulted ceiling and window to the side aspect.
Bedroom One: A generous double bedroom, formerly the original principal bedroom, enjoying a window to the front aspect and an attractive vaulted ceiling.
Bedroom Two: Currently utilised as a home office, this well-proportioned double bedroom benefits from a built-in wardrobe, vaulted ceiling and window to the front aspect.
Bathroom: Finished to an excellent standard, comprising a panelled bath with rainfall shower over, WC and wash hand basin with vanity unit.
A front aspect window provides natural light and ventilation. The property is heated via an air source heat pump and achieves an impressive EPC Rating A, reflecting its outstanding energy efficiency.
Outside The property is approached via double electric gates, leading to off-street parking for one vehicle.
To one side of the property is an attractive landscaped garden featuring a paved terrace, lawn and raised sleeper beds with mature decorative planting.
On the opposite side, the enclosed courtyard garden offers a private outdoor seating area with further raised planters, together with gated access to the front of the property, making it an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining.
Balsham Balsham is a picturesque South East Cambridgeshire Village, local amenities include Post Office, Coffee Shop and 2 public houses, The Bell Inn and The Black Bull Inn.
The village lies 10 miles South-East of Cambridge City and has good access to A11/M11 and in to Cambridge.
Within the village community, there is a regular Friday Afternoon walking group who cover 3 to 5 miles each time. There are also allotments available for free to those living in the Parish.
Whilst every effort has been made to create accurate information, we would ask that any interested buyers carry out their own due diligence process.
The information provided on these particulars, do not form part of any contract. Antony Davis are acting solely for the seller as their estate agent, and are not qualified valuation surveyors.
Council Tax Band: D (South Cambridgeshire District Council) Tenure: Freehold
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