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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · CB24 3ER
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About
A beautifully presented and generously proportioned detached family home, occupying an impressive corner plot and enjoying a desirable south-facing rear garden, a double garage, and an additional separate garden to the side-offering excellent versatility and outdoor space.
Extending to approximately 2 XXX sq ft and arranged over three floors, this superb home provides spacious and thoughtfully designed accommodation ideal for modern family living.
The heart of the property is the stunning extended open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, featuring a high-quality fitted kitchen with a central island that provides ample storage, extensive worktop space, and breakfast bar seating-perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
This impressive space is flooded with natural light and flows seamlessly into a defined dining area and an adjoining study space, creating a sociable and flexible environment.
A well-proportioned and inviting sitting room offers a comfortable retreat, while a separate utility room and cloakroom add further practicality to the ground floor.
The upper floors host five well-sized double bedrooms, all thoughtfully arranged.
Two of the bedrooms benefit from modern en suite shower rooms, while the remaining bedrooms are served by two stylish family bathrooms, providing ample facilities for a growing family.
Externally, the property continues to impress. The south-facing rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by a secluded seating area-ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation.
The additional side garden offers further potential for recreational use or landscaping.
To the rear the double garage is equipped with power and an electric car charging point, plus useful overhead storage, and is accompanied by a double-width driveway providing off-road parking for up to six vehicles.
Location Longstanton is a well-connected and fast-growing village located directly on the Guided Busway, providing exceptional access to Cambridge and St Ives.
Its position near the A14 offers additional convenience for road commuters.
The Busway cycle path - a fully segregated, traffic-free route - is extremely popular with cyclists, connecting Longstanton safely to Cambridge, St Ives and the new town of Northstowe.
The village has expanded significantly in recent years, offering a blend of traditional homes and modern developments.
Amenities include a Co-op, cafés, takeaway, medical centre, pharmacy, hairdressers, golf course, sports fields, village hall and church.
Nearby Northstowe enhances local facilities further with new retail, community spaces, sports pitches and upcoming leisure developments.
Hatton Park Primary School serves Longstanton and is well regarded (Ofsted Good ).
Secondary education is provided by Northstowe Secondary College (Ofsted Good ) or Swavesey Village College (Ofsted Outstanding ).
The Guided Busway’s cycle path makes school travel particularly safe and convenient for older students. EPC Rating: C Parking - Driveway
Value & comps
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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About 53 Mitchcroft Road, Cambridge
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