Charming period home in sought after village close to Cambridge

Description

3 Woollards Lane is a surprisingly spacious period residence in a convenient location set back from the road in the heart of the popular village of Great Shelford. Dating back to the Georgian period with later Victorian and Edwardian additions, this elegant and comfortable home has a wonderfully welcoming and spacious reception hall with high ceilings and a large well-proportioned drawing room with French doors and a grand fireplace overlooking the mature gardens.

With painted and rendered elevations beneath slate roofs, the property retains many period features including a grand staircase with low rise treads, bay windows, deep skirtings and architraves, cornicing, panelled doors, deep windows and fireplaces. To the rear of the house, the impressive vaulted dining/family room has bi-fold doors providing access to the terrace and it enjoys delightful views of the garden. To one side is the Aga kitchen, refitted by the vendors with a double butler sink and range of painted base cabinets with marble worktops. Integrated appliances include an induction hob, electric oven and dishwasher and there is space for a fridge/freezer. In addition there is a cloakroom with considerable storage and a utility/boiler room on the ground floor.

On the first floor there is a light-filled landing overlooking the rear garden and four bedrooms including a fantastic, spacious principal bedroom with en suite bathroom together with a family bathroom with separate shower.

A block-paved driveway, set behind a low brick wall and established hedging, leads to off-street parking and a double garage with a remote-controlled door and separate side door which has been fitted with internal LED panel lighting which have a 'daylight' effect. An external spiral staircase leads to a versatile first-floor vaulted studio/office. Attached to the rear of the garage is a wonderful slate roofed, curve ended and vaulted self-contained annexe, providing a sitting room/bedroom overlooking the garden, a small kitchenette, and shower room.

The mature rear gardens are a delightful feature of the property. With a southerly aspect, they are enclosed by fencing, hedging and a variety of tall, mature trees. The rear lawn is bordered by deep flower and shrub beds together with a paved and tiled terrace with a pergola connecting to the rear of the house.

Location

Nestled in the heart of the sought-after and well-connected village of Great Shelford, this property benefits from a prime location. Within the vicinity, residents can enjoy a range of excellent amenities, including a butcher, convenience store, deli, restaurants, and inviting pubs. Additionally, the village boasts a pleasant park, recreation ground, and sporting facilities.

Great Shelford is conveniently situated just approximately 4 miles south of the vibrant high-tech University City of Cambridge. Residents can take advantage of a direct cycle path that runs alongside picturesque farmland and the railway, leading to Addenbrooke's Hospital and the recently established Biomedical Campus situated to the south of the city.

Families residing in the village have access to a primary school, while secondary education is available at Sawston Village College. The wider area offers a variety of educational options for all age groups, including renowned independent schools in Cambridge like St Faith's, The Perse, The Stephen Perse, King's College, St John's prep schools, The Leys, St Mary's, as well as Hills Road Sixth Form College.

For those commuting, Great Shelford station is conveniently located just approximately 0.2 miles away and can be accessed via a pathway at the far end of the garden. From there, regular train services are available to Cambridge and London's Liverpool Street station. Additionally, Cambridge station offers services to King's Cross.

Please note that all distances and times provided are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,551 sq ft



Additional Info

Agent’s Note – The property is within a conservation area and there is a flying freehold on part of the party wall