4 bedroom detached house for sale

ACCOMMODATION

The impressive double-storey entrance hall is a wonderful welcome, with stunning glass and oak staircase leading to the galleried landing. The porcelain tiled floors are present throughout the majority of the ground floor open-plan living space. A section of this is used currently as a family room or equally could be a cosy snug. Further to this is a much-requested study, quietly located at the front of the property, providing a perfect space to work from home. Leading from the study, is an additional room which is currently used as a utility room/storeroom. The lounge spans the full depth of the property with dual aspect views to accompany. A cosy, yet generously proportioned space with a fully equipped cinema system. An extension to the rear of the property is a superb kitchen/dining/living space, fitted with a high-quality range of modern, high gloss, grey wall and base units, installed with a full range of appliances, including integrated Neff ovens, full height fridge, separate freezer and dishwasher and a Quooker hot water tap. The island is a real statement within the cleverly designed kitchen and offers further storage and seating. A continuation of the porcelain tiled floor flows nicely into the comfortable seating area with bi-folding doors offering light and access to the garden. An addition is a useful utility room which has been fitted out with units and appliances, offering extra storage.

The galleried landing is formed by a beautiful oak and contemporary glass staircase, solid oak doors complement the modern, light decoration. Four generous bedrooms are located on this floor with the master having an en-suite and walk-in dressing room. The second bedroom which is equally impressive with a wonderful, vaulted ceiling, balcony overlooking the historic High Street and second dressing room and en-suite bathroom. The family bathroom is equally impressive with a high-quality four-piece suite including roll-top bath and generous shower enclosure.

OUTSIDE AND PARKING

Located along the attractive High Street amongst many similarly appealing homes, you will approach Mill Pond via a small bridge which accesses the pressed concrete driveway. This provides parking for numerous vehicles and leads to the oversized, timber-clad garage/workshop with powered door and outside lighting. The garden to the front is designed to feature colour from cottage garden perennials, including climbing roses and delphiniums. The rear garden offers huge impact but is low maintenance with an expanse of artificial turf and well-stocked borders, the orchard beyond provides an attractive backdrop with a generous slate patio, an ideal space for entertaining, includes an outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven.

LOCATION

The village of Fen Drayton lies approximately 9 miles from the University City of Cambridge, for history, art and culture, restaurants and shops, five miles from St Ives, a historic market town, and nine miles to Huntingdon train station.

The village itself is very picturesque with the High Street being the centre and home to a quaint thatched pub which is known for its superb food and friendly, family atmosphere. The RSPB nature reserve, Fen Drayton Lakes is home to a wide range of both native and visiting wetland birds, is just a short walk from the village and offers wonderful views from the nature path around the lakes. The guided bus stop is located within the nature reserve and takes passengers to Cambridge along what was previously the train line; this service also continues to Addenbrookes Hospital and westbound to St Ives. Alongside the guided bus route is a cycle path, often used by walkers and runners alike. From the small and successful Primary school, children progress to Swavesey Village College, rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Garden

The garden to the front is designed to feature colour from cottage garden perennials, including climbing roses and delphiniums. The rear garden offers huge impact but low maintenance with an expanse of artificial turf and well-stocked tidy borders, the orchard beyond provides an attractive backdrop with generous slate patio, an ideal space for entertaining.

Parking - Garage

Mill Pond is approached via a small bridge accessing the pressed concrete driveway which provides parking for numerous vehicles and leads to the oversized, timber-clad garage/workshop with electric door and outside lighting.