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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · CB21 4SX
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Substantial and impeccably presented family home, with generous gardens Description Occupying a delightful position within the sought-after village of Castle Camps, Woodside is an impressive detached house that has been comprehensively refurbished, reconfigured and extended by the current owners.
Extending to approximately 2,515 sq ft, the property offers versatile accommodation within landscaped grounds, conveniently placed for both Cambridge and Saffron Walden.
Approached via a sweeping gravel driveway, the property occupies an elevated position behind mature planting, providing privacy and an attractive outlook.
Extensive parking, generous frontage and established trees create an impressive arrival. The accommodation is arranged around a welcoming reception hall.
The sitting room is centred around a feature fireplace and enjoys views across the front garden. A separate reception room provides flexible accommodation and is currently used as a playroom.
A particular feature is the ground-floor bedroom with en suite shower room, suited to guests, multi-generational living or those seeking ground-floor accommodation.
At the heart of the property is the open-plan kitchen, dining and reception room.
Extended to create a spacious living environment, it features bespoke cabinetry, integrated appliances and a central island with breakfast seating.
A dedicated bar area provides additional storage and serving space, while two roof lanterns and bi-fold doors flood the room with natural light and open onto the gardens.
Adjoining the kitchen are a utility room and separate home office. On the first floor, the principal bedroom suite benefits from a dressing area and en suite shower room.
Three further double bedrooms provide generous accommodation, one currently arranged as a dressing room. These are served by a well-appointed main bathroom with freestanding bath and walk-in shower.
The beautifully landscaped gardens offer private spaces to relax and entertain. A double level terraces adjoin the house, with a fully equipped outdoor kitchen for alfresco dining.
An outdoor shower, changing room, bathroom facilities and covered hot tub area add convenience. An expansive lawn is framed by mature trees, shrubs and planting for year-round interest.
A recently installed elevated terrace with a sun canopy provides secluded seating, peaceful surroundings and views across the nearby fields.
Location Castle Camps is a small quaint village situated 15 miles to the south east of the historic city centre of Cambridge.
The village itself benefits from a village hall with a recreational ground used for football and sports, a bowling club, The Oak public house and a primary school.
For secondary schooling the village is in catchment for Linton Village College, 5.8 miles away.
For the rail commuter, Audley End is 10.7 miles away which offers regular services to Cambridge, and south to London Liverpool Street and Kings Cross (with journeys taking form 50 minutes), and to Stansted Airport.
For further amenities, Saffron Walden (7.9 miles) has an array of independent boutiques, cafes, and a busy market which takes place every Tuesday and Saturday.
There is also a football and golf club, and PureGym situated on the outskirts on the town.
Cambridge also has an abundance of facilities on offer including the Grand Arcade and Grafton Centre shopping malls, and the live music venue the Corn Exchange which offers comedy and music performances throughout the year.
There are also a variety of independent schools for all ages available, including The Perse, The Leys and many more. All distances and times are approximate. Square Footage: 2,515 sq ft
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