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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · CB24 4SL
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NESTLED in the PICTURESQUE CAMBRIDGESHIRE VILLAGE of FEN DRAYTON, 'GLENOAK' is an EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTY sitting on an IMPRESSIVE & UNIQUE PRIVATE PLOT of 3.5 ACRES (sts).
The GROUNDS feature a LARGE & MATURE GARDEN, IMPRESSIVELY STOCKED & ESTABLISHED WOODLAND, BEAUTIFUL MEADOW, DOUBLE STABLE BLOCK with ADJACENT HARD-STANDING, MULTI-USE BARN, GARAGE & FULLY INSULATED COMPOSITE CLAD SIZEABLE GARDEN STUDIO with BI-FOLD DOORS; currently used as a GYM & INDOOR LEISURE AREA.
There is also a PRIVATE ALLOTMENT, RAISED HOT TUB & BARBEQUE AREA, & EXPANSIVE CONTEMPORARY PORCELAIN PAVING wrapping AROUND THE PROPRIETY.
Approached through PRIVATE GATES, the property offers PRIVACY & EXTENSIVE PARKING. There is also SEPARATE ROAD and PEDESTRIAN ACCESS to the WOODLAND & MEADOW.
Glenoak itself is a BEAUTIFULLY REFURBISHED 2,292 SQ FT FAMILY HOME with DOWNSTAIRS boasting a MODERN KITCHEN with AMAZING TRIPLE ASPECT VIEWS through to the GARDEN, a SPACIOUS OFFICE OR FOURTH BEDROOM if required, a UTILITY ROOM, LARGE LOUNGE & WRAP-AROUND ADJACENT GARDEN ROOM.
UPSTAIRS OFFERS THREE GENEROUS DOUBLE BEDROOMS with FAR REACHING VIEWS & TWO LUXURY BATHROOMS FINISHED to a VERY HIGH STANDARD.
Located on Cootes Lane in Fen Drayton, Glenoak offers an idyllic balance of rural charm and excellent connectivity.
A leisurely 15 to 20 minute walk (approximately 0.8 to 1.2 miles) leads to the FEN DRAYTON LAKES GUIDED BUS STOP, where the CAMBRIDGE GUIDED BUSWAY provides a SWIFT 32 MINUTE JOURNEY to CAMBRIDGE CITY CENTRE, with buses departing every 10 MINUTES.
For those traveling further afield, HUNTINGDON TRAIN STATION just 6 MILES AWAY, offers DIRECT ACCESS to LONDON KINGS CROSS in around 50 MINUTES.
The nearby A14 and Guided Busway ensure smooth access to Cambridge and surrounding areas, while the market towns of St Ives and Huntingdon provide additional amenities and transport links, including fast trains to London Kings Cross and St Pancras from Huntingdon.
Families will appreciate the proximity to exceptional educational facilities.
HOLYWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL with an OUTSTANDING OFSTED RATING, is just over 2 MILES AWAY, while SWAVESEY VILLAGE COLLEGE, also rated OUTSTANDING, is a mere 2.4 MILES from the property, making Glenoak an ideal choice for those seeking TOP TIER SCHOOLING options.
The village of Fen Drayton itself is a vibrant and well-equipped community, offering a primary school, village hall, nursery, tennis courts, football fields, a charming pub (The Three Tuns), and a historic church, fostering a strong sense of community and providing ample opportunities for recreation and socializing.
Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by the proximity to the FEN DRAYTON LAKES NATURE RESERVE, a standout feature of the village just a short walk from Glenoak.
Spanning approx 108 hectares, this wildlife haven is home to 190 recorded bird species, including rare bitterns and smew, and offers scenic walking paths, bird hides, and inviting picnic spots.
GUIDE PRICE of £1,200,000 to £1,250,000 PROPERTY MEASUREMENTS ENTRANCE HALLWAY - 3.02m x 2.05m STUDY - 3.66m x 3.57m KITCHEN/DINING/FAMILY ROOM - 9.69m x 5.53m UTILITY ROOM/WC - 2.47m x 1.77m LIVING ROOM - 7.57m x 4.18m CONSERVATORY - 7.35m x 5.30m MASTER BEDROOM - 4.70m x 4.28m BATHROOM - 3.11m x 2.58m BEDROOM TWO - 4.39m x 3.44m BEDROOM THREE - 4.35m x 3.71m SHOWER ROOM - 4.23m x 1.73m OUTSIDE GYM - 7.89m x 4.60m OUTBUILDING ONE - 6.29m x 3.06m OUTBUILDING TWO - 2.95m x 2.89m OUTBUILDING THREE - 5.42m x 3.06m OUTBUILDING FOUR - 7.59m x 2.34m STABLE - 4.29m x 3.55m ABOUT FEN DRAYTON Located on Cootes Lane in Fen Drayton, Glenoak offers an idyllic balance of rural charm and excellent connectivity.
A leisurely 15 to 20 minute walk (approximately 0.8 to 1.2 miles) leads to the FEN DRAYTON LAKES GUIDED BUS STOP, where the CAMBRIDGE GUIDED BUSWAY provides a SWIFT 32 MINUTE JOURNEY to CAMBRIDGE CITY CENTRE, with buses departing every 10 MINUTES.
For those traveling further afield, HUNTINGDON TRAIN STATION just 6 MILES AWAY, offers DIRECT ACCESS to LONDON KINGS CROSS in around 50 MINUTES.
The nearby A14 and Guided Busway ensure smooth access to Cambridge and surrounding areas, while the market towns of St Ives and Huntingdon provide additional amenities and transport links, including fast trains to London Kings Cross and St Pancras from Huntingdon.
Families will appreciate the proximity to exceptional educational facilities.
HOLYWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL with an OUTSTANDING OFSTED RATING, is just over 2 MILES AWAY, while SWAVESEY VILLAGE COLLEGE, also rated OUTSTANDING, is a mere 2.4 MILES from the property, making Glenoak an ideal choice for those seeking TOP TIER SCHOOLING options.
The village of Fen Drayton itself is a vibrant and well-equipped community, offering a primary school, village hall, nursery, tennis courts, football fields, a charming pub (The Three Tuns), and a historic church, fostering a strong sense of community and providing ample opportunities for recreation and socializing.
Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by the proximity to the FEN DRAYTON LAKES NATURE RESERVE, a standout feature of the village just a short walk from Glenoak.
Spanning approx 108 hectares, this wildlife haven is home to 190 recorded bird species, including rare bitterns and smew, and offers scenic walking paths, bird hides, and inviting picnic spots.
Whether enjoying the tranquility of the reserve or exploring the surrounding countryside, residents of Genoak will find themselves immersed in the natural splendor of Cambridgeshire.
PROPERTY DISCLAIMER We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those selling or buying a property as prescribed by the Money Laundering Regulations 2017.
Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Coadjute who will contact you once you have agreed to instruct us in your sale or had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy.
The cost of these checks is £45 + VAT, which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required.
This fee will need to be paid by you in advance of us publishing your property (in the case of a vendor) or issuing a memorandum of sale (in the case of a buyer), directly to Coadjute, and is non-refundable.
We will receive some of the fee taken by Coadjute to compensate for its role in the provision of these checks 1.
Money Laundering Regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
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General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4.
Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract.
The matters referred to in these details should be independently verified by prospective buyers.
Neither Lennon James or any of its employees have any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property.
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