Location

Stapleford is a lively village lying just 4 miles south of Cambridge. Usual facilities are available which include a general store, newsagent, hairdresser etc. and additional shopping is available in nearby Great Shelford. There is a bus service and a mainline station in Great Shelford serving both London and Cambridge.

The village is excellent for access to the M11 (Junctions 10 or 11) and Stansted airport (23.7 mile away). There is a recreation ground, tennis court and excellent walks are available, in particular the Roman Road circular walk and historic Wandlebury. There is a local village school and Sawston Village College is about 3 miles away. The Gog Magog Golf Course is also nearby. The village is one of the most favoured spots in Cambridgeshire to live due to its proximity to Cambridge.

For schooling, there are a range of reputable independent schools available for all ages in Cambridge including The Perse and the Stephen Perse Foundation.

Comprehensive shopping is available in Cambridge which includes a busy daily market, the Grafton Centre and Grand Arcade shopping malls along with a number of independent shops.

All distances and times are approximate.

Description

The property is situated on the edge of this highly regarded village, set back behind a tall, mature hedge, the house is discreetly positioned and approached via a dual entry driveway with electric gates, providing generous parking. The frontage is laid to lawn with formal box hedging bordering the footpath leading to the solid timber front door.

The principal living, dining and kitchen space is of generous proportions and arranged to provide defined yet flexible areas. A curved glazed wall formed by multiple bi fold doors opens onto the rear garden. Natural light is enhanced by a lantern roof light with temperature and rain sensors. A partial dividing wall creates definition allowing the living area to feel independent from the kitchen. This living area enjoys the far reaching views to the rear whilst being set around a wood burning stove. The kitchen and breakfast area is fitted with a bespoke range of units arranged around a central workstation with quartz worktops, integrated power points and a breakfast bar incorporating an induction hob and additional oven. Appliances include twin fan ovens, microwave, warming drawers and space for an American style fridge/freezer, together with extensive soft close storage. In addition there is a built in pantry offering substantial storage. The laundry and utility room is well sized and fitted with a range of storage units and work surfaces, with plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and a door opening to the rear garden. A fire door provides internal access to the garage and store areas. A further reception room, currently used as a home office, has a window to the front and French doors opening onto a side garden terrace, and could alternatively serve as a playroom or family room. This room leads through to the spa, which contains a hot tub, surround sound system, vaulted ceiling with glazed lantern roof, bi fold doors to the rear garden and additional French doors to the side terrace.

The first floor landing provides access to the loft and a storage cupboard housing the communications hub, which provides Cat 5 cabling throughout and controls the integrated lighting and audio systems. The principal bedroom suite features a vaulted ceiling and a full height glazed gable wall with open countryside views. There is a walk in wardrobe and double doors opening onto a wrap around balcony. A sliding frosted glazed door leads to the newly fitted en suite bathroom, which includes a floating double wash basin, low level WC, stand-alone bath and double walk in shower. Bedroom two enjoys a dual aspect with views to the front and side, solid oak flooring, triple built in wardrobes, together with an en suite shower room fitted with a floating wash basin, double walk in shower, low level WC. Bedroom three offer dual aspect views to the side and rear via glazed doors opening to a Juliet balcony overlooking the rear garden and countryside beyond. Bedroom four has a window to the front with views over paddocks. Bedroom five sits to the front of the home with views over the paddocks.

The family bathroom is fitted with a contemporary suite including a wedge shaped bath with drencher shower, vanity wash basin, low level WC. A further bathroom includes a panelled bath with shower over, wash basin, low level WC.

The garden is a key feature of the property, enjoying open views to the rear and having been extended by the current owners the home now sits on plot extending to approximately half an acre. It includes an extensive paved terrace, shaped lawns and a post and rail fence to the rear boundary creating a sense openness to the rolling fields beyond. The garden is planted with a variety of shrubs and plants to provide year round interest. A secure side access gate leads back to the front of the property.