5 bedroom detached house for sale

Well presented, modern family home in sought after village location.

Description

Merrington Place is a detached five-bedroom family home, offering bright and spacious accommodation. The house is situated toward the end of a quiet, highly regarded development. The property was built in 2013 and finished to a high standard, offering versatile living space. The ground floor accommodation comprises a entrance hall, with a built in storage cupboard under the stairs. There is a cloakroom, which includes a W.C. and wash hand basin. The kitchen includes a comprehensive range of base and eye level storage units, two electric double ovens, induction hob with extractor hood over, integrated dishwasher and American style fridge/freezer, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, extensive work surfaces and there is a breakfast bar with a wood top attached to the island that offers further storage and an integrated microwave. There is a good-sized pantry store and space for a dining table with ample room for a snug area. French doors open to the garden and welcomes natural light in to the room. Off the kitchen is a utility room which comprises storage, bowl sink with mixer tap and space for white goods. The dual aspect sitting room is of good size with a bay window to the front which overlooks the front garden. The second reception room is currently used as a dining room and offers potential for use as a bedroom or a large study.

The staircase leads to the first-floor landing with a window to the front and an airing cupboard. There are five bedrooms; four doubles and a single. The rear facing principal bedroom offers built in wardrobes and an en suite shower room which includes a white suite of W.C., wash hand basin and an enclosed shower. Bedrooms two and three are of good size with built in wardrobes. Bedroom four is a good guest bedroom, with a bay window to the front and built in wardrobes. The fifth bedroom is a single bedroom which is currently used as a dressing room. The family bathroom includes a W.C., wash hand basin with vanity storage, and a bath with shower over.

Outside, to the front is a private driveway with off road parking for several vehicles and there are mature shrubs for additional privacy. The detached garage sits to the side with a single up and over door. Of note is the wrap-around south facing garden, which enjoys good levels of privacy and includes a patio area and is surrounded by mature boarders providing year-round colour. There is a gravelled border to the lawn, with an established raised bed. A side gate offers access to the front and a greenhouse is located next to the garage.

Location

Impington is a sought-after village located just three miles north of Cambridge's city centre. The village, along with its neighbouring Histon, offers nursery, infants', junior, and secondary schools, as well as various shops and services. The village is well-served by the Guided Busway, which provides a quick journey to the Cambridge Science Park. Walking and cycling into Cambridge is also easy, thanks to safe and well-lit cycle paths.

Cambridge itself offers a rich variety of shops, pubs, restaurants, and cultural events, with Kettle's Yard and The Fitzwilliam Museum being notable attractions. The city also hosts a Picturehouse cinema and a diverse range of theatre, comedy, and dance performances at The Arts Theatre. Cambridge is renowned for its university, historic architecture, and picturesque green spaces, including opportunities for punting and river walks.

For commuters, Cambridge North station is just ten minutes away via the Guided Busway, providing direct train connections to King's Cross, St. Pancras, Liverpool Street, Blackfriars, and other London stations. The property is also conveniently close to the M11 and A14 motorways, and Stansted airport can be reached in under an hour by rail from Cambridge North station. Nearby, there is a great coffee shop called The Station House, perfect for coffee and brunch enthusiasts.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,278 sq ft