Heron Road, Northstowe, CB24
£600,000

PROPERTY DETAILS

ACCOMMODATION

The spacious entrance hall is an impressive start to this wonderful family home with under-stair storage and a ground-floor WC; stairs rise to the galleried landing. The upgraded kitchen is a perfect place to cook, eat and relax, spanning the full depth of the house and including three sets of windows, offering lots of natural light, views and space for a dining table plus sofas, French doors which lead nicely out to the landscaped garden. The kitchen is well designed and was upgraded to include a comprehensive range of wall and base units with quartz worksurface over and inset stainless steel sink, water softener, a double oven and a second additional built-in oven, induction hob and integrated fridge and freezer. With a useful separate utility room providing additional storage and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and access to the garden. There is a much-requested home office which could equally be a snug, and the cosy sitting room benefits from having a log-burning stove and a second set of French doors which lead to the garden.

The spacious galleried landing leads to five double bedrooms, an airing cupboard and loft access. The first and second bedrooms are both en suite, and the family bathroom features a four-piece suite, including a double walk-in shower and bath.

OUTSIDE AREAS AND PARKING

Overlooking an attractive open space, the front aspect of the house enjoys wonderful far-reaching views. There is a landscaped garden to the front and side of the property, with selected planting to provide privacy and interest, throughout the seasons. The driveway alongside allows for two vehicles to park off-road and includes an EV charging point, outside tap and leads onto the garage, which has an electric roller door, boarded overhead storage and power connected with a personal door to the garden. A gated access leads to the attractive and well-designed, south-facing corner plot garden. Professionally landscaped, with an expanse of Indian Sandstone patio, a lawn area and raised well-stocked borders, an outside tap and timber shed, located behind the garage.

LOCATION

Northstowe is a newly built town situated between the villages of Longstanton and Willingham. It offers easy access to the A14, M11 and A1. The town is situated just next to the Guided Bus route which provides fast access into Cambridge along what was previously the train line; this service also continues to Cambridge North train station, the Science Park and Addenbrookes Hospital or westbound to St Ives. Alongside the guided bus route is a cycle path, often used by walkers and runners alike.

Northstowe benefits from several parks including a large waterpark with extensive walking and cycling routes for residents to enjoy the wildlife. Pioneer Park provides a range of outdoor exercise equipment, a children's play area, and a basketball court. There is a community cafe at the Community Centre, Northstowe Tap & Social and the newly opened Northstowe sports pavilion facilities include a bar, cafe and gym. Many sports facilities are available at the secondary college and the Western Park. There are two primary schools. The Local Centre, a planned area of retail development will create a meeting place and local facilities such as shops, cafes and a community building.

In the neighbouring villages, there are a range of local amenities such as Co-op, butchers, bakers, hairdressers, preschool and takeaway restaurants and other small businesses. The town has both a Primary School and Secondary School with a Sixth form opening in September 2024, with many more facilities planned to open soon.