6 bedroom detached house for sale

Extended period family home located in sought after village location

Description

Tucked away at the end of a long private driveway, this delightful detached Victorian home has been tastefully extended and updated to combine period charm with modern comfort. Located in a peaceful village setting, the property occupies a picturesque plot of just over half an acre, offering spacious and flexible accommodation.

The welcoming reception hall, with its natural oak flooring and elegant cornicing, leads to the main living spaces and a brick-lined cellar. The sitting room features an attractive open fireplace with a marble hearth and a decorative wooden surround, complemented by extensive fitted bookshelves. The open-plan kitchen and breakfast room forms the heart of the home, blending functionality with style. It is equipped with high-quality appliances, including a Neff induction hob, integrated Bosch dishwasher, and AEG oven. Ample storage is provided by base and wall units, while a full-height glazed door and windows open onto a paved terrace and the garden beyond. Adjoining the kitchen is a light-filled conservatory-style garden room with ceramic tiled flooring and bi-fold doors framing beautiful garden views.

The ground floor also includes a versatile living room with a fireplace, oak flooring, and built-in shelving, as well as a rear lobby with access to a shower room and an integral garage. A utility area, complete with a pantry, space for appliances, and garden access, connects to a boot room and a separate studio or additional bedroom with vaulted ceilings and garden views.

Upstairs, the first-floor landing leads to five well-proportioned bedrooms, each offering charm and practicality. The principal suite includes a small walk in wardrobe and a modern en-suite shower room. Two additional bedrooms also feature en-suites, while others are served by a family bathroom. All rooms benefit from large windows that capture views of the gardens and surrounding countryside.

The gardens are landscaped with sweeping lawns, a variety of mature trees, shrubs, and a pond, creating a tranquil retreat. The rear garden backs onto farmland, providing uninterrupted views. To the front, the shared driveway opens to a gravel courtyard with ample parking and access to the garage. Additional features include a timber storage building with a covered veranda and thoughtfully designed pathways connecting the property’s various outdoor areas.

Location

Toft is approximately seven miles west of central Cambridge, where there is a wide range of renowned independent schools together with a comprehensive selection of shopping, recreational and cultural facilities. There are local facilities in the village including a village hall, shop/post office, recreation ground, parish church, chapel and a Chinese restaurant together with the Cambridge Meridian Golf Club and Toft Social Club. It is also approximately 2 miles from Cambridge Country Club. Schooling for all age groups is in the general vicinity including the well regarded Comberton Village College with adjacent leisure centre in the nearby village of Comberton (2 1/4 miles) and primary schools in Comberton and Bourn.

For the commuter the M11 (Junction 12) is approximately 5 miles and there are mainline rail services from Whittlesford or Royston stations serving London’s Liverpool Street (from 60 minutes) and Kings Cross (from 38 minutes) respectively.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,772 sq ft