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Description
A rather special opportunity to acquire this substantial detached residence, in need of sympathetic improvement and updating, enviably positioned within one of the most sought-after and well-served villages, offering excellent access to Cambridge city centre and major road links. The property stands proudly within its own grounds extending to approximately 0.27 of an acre, enjoying open views to the front across the village sports field and adjoining the village allotments to the rear. A nearby footpath, which is also a bridleway, provides a most attractive route leading directly into Cambridge via Adams Road.

TIMBER AND GLAZED ENTRANCE DOOR into:

ENTRANCE PORCH glazed to three sides, timber clad ceiling with inset downlighter, tiled floor with recessed matwell, double glazed and frosted door leading through to:

RECEPTION HALLWAY staircase rising to the first floor with return landings, natural timber handrail, newel post and spindles, coved ceiling, radiator and a double glazed window to the front.

CLOAKROOM comprising a two peice suite withlow level w.c., wash hand basin with mixer tap and tiling to splashbacks, tiled floor, radiator, fluted glass window to the front.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM With kitchen comprising a collection of both wall and base mounted storage cupboard and draws, fitted with roll top worksurfaces, inset dual stainless steel sink, tiled splashback, space for cooker and dishwasher. wall mounted gas fired boiler providing hot water and heating for the property, tiled flooring, double glazed window overlooking garden, panelled glazed door leading through into:

SIDE ENTRANCE LOBBY With two stores and further panelled glazed door onto side aspect.

SITTING ROOM L-shaped room with two access doors, coved ceiling, open fireplace with stone surround and hearth, wall mounted lighting, radiators and a pair of double glazed sliding doors to the rear and double glazed door leading out to the rear.

DINING ROOM with parquet flooring, coved ceiling, radiator, double glazed window to the front.

ON THE FIRST FLOOR with coved ceiling, fitted double cupboard housing pressurised hot water cylinder and slatted shelving, further broom cupboard with shelving, access to loft space, radiator, and double glazed window to the front.

BEDROOM 1 range of fitted wardrobes, radiator, and double glazed window to the rear.

BEDROOM 2 fitted wardrobe cupboard, double panelled radiator, double glazed window to the front.

BEDROOM 3 fitted wardrobe cupboard, double panelled radiator, double glazed window to the rear.

BEDROOM 4 radiator, double glazed window to the front.

SHOWER ROOM Fully tiled, with wall mounted electric power shower, extractor fan and lighting.

W.C. ROOM With low level W.C. with hand flush, tiled surround and window to side aspect.

BATHROOM Comprising a two-piece suite with panelled bath featuring separate hot and cold taps, and a hand wash basin with matching separate taps, all set against a tiled surround. The room also includes a heated towel rail, tiled-effect flooring, and a double-glazed window providing an attractive outlook over the garden.

OUTSIDE The property occupies a delightful and generous plot, set back from the road and approached via a large block-paved driveway providing ample parking and turning space. The driveway leads to a double garage with an up-and-over door, power and light connected, workbench, personal door to the rear, and a window overlooking the garden. The front garden is principally laid to lawn with well-stocked flowering and shrub borders, creating an attractive and welcoming approach to the house.

Opposite the property lies Coton Cricket Club, with its expansive green, football pitch, and tennis court, contributing to the pleasant and community-oriented setting.

The rear garden is of excellent size and enjoys a good degree of privacy, backing onto Coton Allotments and benefitting from gated access to the side of the property. It is mainly laid to lawn with well-tended herbaceous borders, mature trees, and a variety of established shrubs and plants providing seasonal interest. A paved patio area offers an ideal space for outdoor dining and relaxation, while a central pond add further character and charm to this delightful outdoor space.

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Clifton House, 1-2, Clifton Road, Cambridge, CB1 7EA, Cambridgeshire

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