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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · CB24 4SW
Sold STCListed 104 days
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About
The property is entered via a spacious kitchen/breakfast room, fitted with a comprehensive range of traditional solid wood wall and base units complemented by solid wood work surfaces.
Features include a butler sink, integrated dishwasher and breakfast bar seating for two, together with ample space for a range cooker and American-style fridge/freezer.
Bi-folding doors open directly onto the rear garden, creating a wonderful space for both everyday family life and entertaining.
An inner hallway leads to a thoughtfully designed cloakroom, featuring decorative timber panelling and slate tiled flooring, which continues seamlessly from the kitchen.
Original wooden shutters add character, while the adjacent study occupies part of the original Georgian home and benefits from the impressive ceiling height typical of the period, making it an ideal home office.
A practical laundry room provides further storage, worktop space and room for appliances.
Beyond lies the impressive open-plan living and dining space, where the original character of the home blends effortlessly with contemporary styling.
The dining area enjoys a striking full-height window overlooking the patio and features an attractive staircase rising to the first floor.
Opening through to the sitting room, period features continue with high ceilings and exposed wooden flooring, complemented by bright, neutral décor.
An inset log-burning stove provides a cosy focal point, while a further rear door offers direct access to the garden.
The first floor is arranged around a galleried landing and comprises four bedrooms.
Three bedrooms are accessed from the main landing and are served by a modern family bathroom fitted with a bath, wash basin and WC.
A short flight of steps leads to the dual-aspect principal bedroom, which benefits from its own contemporary en suite shower room with stylish tiled walls.
Outside and parking The property is approached via a private driveway just off the High Street, ideally positioned within walking distance of the village pub, beautiful nature reserve walks and the Guided Busway, providing direct links to St Ives, Cambridge city centre, Cambridge North, Cambridge railway station and Addenbrooke's Hospital.
The front garden is mainly laid to lawn, with a generous driveway providing off-road parking for several vehicles.
A detached garage benefits from power and lighting, together with useful loft storage potential. The south-facing rear garden has been beautifully landscaped and enjoys an excellent degree of privacy.
A wide variety of mature trees and established planting create an attractive setting, complemented by two patio seating areas ideal for outdoor entertaining.
A detached outdoor kitchen with an inset fireplace provides a fantastic covered entertaining space, equally suited to al fresco dining, family gatherings or a sheltered children's play area.
Location Fen Drayton is a well-positioned village located just south of St Ives, benefiting from excellent access to the Guided Busway, which provides fast and reliable connections to Cambridge, Huntingdon and St Ives.
Cycling is a particular strength, with the Busway’s traffic-free cycleway offering one of the safest and most convenient cycling routes in the region.
Additional scenic routes run through the Fen Drayton Lakes rspb reserve and along the River Great Ouse.
The village enjoys a peaceful, nature-rich setting, with many properties overlooking open countryside, lakes or wetland landscapes.
Local amenities include a village hall, church, The Three Tuns is a delightful Tudor pub and restaurant with thatched roof which has cosy high back armchairs in front of an open fire, community groups and children’s play area, while a wider range of shops and services are available in nearby Swavesey, Fenstanton and St Ives.
The adjacent rspb nature reserve is a major attraction for walkers, cyclists and wildlife enthusiasts.
Primary education is typically accessed in Fen Drayton, with secondary schooling provided by Swavesey Village College, rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
The Guided Busway cycle path offers an exceptionally safe and direct route for older students, making Fen Drayton particularly appealing for families.
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