3 Bed Terraced House For Sale

Attractive Edwardian home situated in sought after Newnham village.


Description

An attractive bay-fronted Edwardian home with a west-facing garden and planning permission for a loft conversion is ideally situated in the much sought after Newnham village.

Dating back to 1906, the house exudes the timeless elegance of its time with several period features tastefully preserved. It has also been thoughtfully designed to offer open-plan modern living spaces.

Upon entering through the solid timber door with a fanlight above, you step into an inviting entrance hall. From here, a staircase leads to the first floor, and the hall provides access to the various reception areas as well as an understairs cloakroom. The delightful bay-fronted living room boasts an ornamental fireplace, built-in shelving, and an adjoining dining room with French doors that open to the secluded rear garden. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a bright kitchen/breakfast room, benefiting from a dual aspect. The kitchen features a modern range of fitted base and eye-level units, an oven and hob, and ample space for additional appliances. Double doors from the breakfast room lead out to the private west-facing garden.

Ascending to the first floor, you will find three generously proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom stands out for its spaciousness and is enhanced by built-in wardrobes and an en suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms offer comfortable living spaces, and the family bathroom has been tastefully fitted with a modern white suite, including a shower over the bath.

Externally, permit parking is available. The property boasts a small front garden adorned with mature shrubs, and a paved path leads to the main entrance. The private west-facing garden presents a raised terrace, ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. Steps lead down to the rest of the garden, which features low-maintenance shingled areas, mature landscaping, and a storage shed located at the foot of the garden. A rear pedestrian access provides a convenient route back to the front of the property and nearby Grantchester Meadows.

Location

The location of Grantchester Street contributes to its desirability, forming part of an exceptionally popular residential area near the heart of Newnham village, just one mile west of the city centre.

Newnham offers a superb selection of local amenities, including two excellent delis, a supermarket, a butcher, a bakery, a pharmacy, and a renowned primary school. For sports and clubs, Grantchester Street is well situated for Cambridge Rugby & Football Club (0.8 miles), as well as St Catharine's College Cricket Pavilion and various college grounds including Pembroke, Queen's College and Corpus Christi colleges.

For secondary education, the city provides numerous options for all age groups including independent schools The Leys, Stephen Perse, St Faiths and more. Grantchester Street is in catchment for Parkside Secondary School. The city centre, colleges, and various university departments are easily accessible on foot or by bicycle via the scenic paths along the backs.

Grantchester Meadows and Lammas Land are both 0.5 and 0.2 miles respectively, providing green spaces for scenic walks. The city has plenty of recreational and cultural amenities including The Fitzwilliam Museum and Cambridge Botanic Gardens, and further shopping facilities include The Grand Arcade and Grafton Centre shopping centres and the famous busy daily market in the heart of the city.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,256 sq ft






Additional Info

Agents note - The property has acquired planning permission for a loft conversion (REF: 22/04440/HFUL).