2 double bedrooms – sitting room – family room – kitchen/dining room – family bathroom – attractive gardens
This charming cottage forms part of an endearing terrace situated in a tucked-away and peaceful road, away from passing traffic and well placed for the well-served High Street, guided busway and outstanding schools for all ages. The property retains a wealth of character a charm typical of the Edwardian era and has been improved in recent years by adding a generous open plan kitchen/dining space which is ideal for modern day living. The property is approached via a pretty garden and pathway. The sitting room has an attractive Georgian style sash window, decorative fireplace, recess shelving, picture rails and wooden floorboards which continue through to the family room area with open staircase. The expansive kitchen/dining room has a tall vaulted ceiling with Velux roof windows and is well equipped with a range of matching cabinetry and drawers, working surfaces with tiled upstands and space for freestanding appliances. The dining area has a deep recess which makes an ideal study space or sitting area. There is access to and views of the garden via glazed double doors with full-height windows to either side. The family bathroom completes this level. Upstairs, there are two spacious double bedrooms both benefitting from built-in storage space. Outside, the enclosed rear garden has gated side access, a generous patio area, lawn with mature borders of various plants, tall shrubs and trees and a vegetable growing area with timber shed and greenhouse.
Histon is widely acknowledged as being one of the most sought-after villages north of Cambridge. Its particularly convenient location just 3 miles from the city centre adds to its popularity and communications are first class, the A14 and M11 being within a few minutes drive. The village boasts many local facilities including excellent schooling for all ages from pre-school to sixth form. Good local shopping is available in the village and there is a regular bus service to Cambridge. Histon is served by Cambridgeshire County Council's Guided Busway with an estimated journey time to the Science Park of approximately 3 minutes. Girton Golf Club is also within a few minutes drive.
All mains services connected
South Cambridgeshire District Council
Unless specifically mentioned in these particulars all fixtures and fittings are expressly excluded from the sale of the freehold interest.
Strictly by appointment through the vendor’s sole agents, Redmayne Arnold and Harris
