Giffords Way, Over, CB24
Guide Price £625,000

PROPERTY DETAILS

ACCOMMODATION

The entrance hall features built-in shoe storage, bookshelves, and a large 2m x 2m mirror, creating a practical and stylish entrance. An under-stairs storage cupboard provides additional space, with access to the ground floor accommodation. Leading off the hallway is a separate study, currently used as a sixth bedroom, along with an adjoining fully tiled wetroom. The comfortable sitting room boasts a large picture window with views to the front, while double doors lead seamlessly into the dining room. Additionally, a versatile office/family room overlooks the private garden, offering a peaceful retreat. The modern, fitted kitchen is well-appointed with a wide range of light, high-gloss wall and base units, paired with granite-style work surfaces. It includes a double sink, integrated double oven, gas hob with extractor hood, dishwasher, and two fridge-freezer units, along with a breakfast bar. Natural light floods the space through double French doors that open to the garden. The separate utility room offers a practical laundry space and additional storage.

Upstairs, the galleried landing leads to five generously sized bedrooms, all accommodating double beds. The master bedroom benefits from a spacious en-suite bathroom. A modern family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms, completing the internal layout.

The property is also fitted with Eco dual thermodynamic panels and 250L storage installed by Energie for environmentally friendly hot water, https://energie.co.uk/products/eco/.

EXTERNAL AREAS AND PARKING

At the front of the property, a printed concrete driveway provides off-road parking for three vehicles and leads to a double garage (5m x 4.85m) with electric remote-controlled roller doors. The garage also features raised rubber flooring and insulated walls, offering a practical and comfortable workspace. A Zappi EV charger is fitted to the outside garage wall.

The low-maintenance rear garden is thoughtfully designed with a patio area, perfect for hosting a hot tub. There’s also a well-planned gravel and paved section with established plants, all enclosed by boundary fencing for privacy. A raised patio area offers an ideal spot for outdoor dining and entertaining.

LOCATION

The popular village of Over lies approximately 10 miles (16.09 kilometres) northwest of the university city of Cambridge, providing easy access to A14 and M11. The nearest stop for the Guided Busway is just a mile away in neighbouring Swavesey; this is a direct route west to the market town of St Ives and south to the city of Cambridge, stopping at the Science Park, train station and Addenbrooke’s Hospital. Parallel to the Busway is a cycle path which is also popular for runners and walkers. The community centre, located next to a sports field and children's play area holds many events such as weddings, parties and sports matches. The recently upgraded village green is the perfect place to watch a cricket match, walk the dog or play football. There are two preschools, a successful primary school and Over is within the catchment for Swavesey Village College, which was rated as outstanding by Ofsted following their most recent inspection. Along the High Street is a convenience store, village garage, a pub and hairdressers. A butcher, bakery, farm shop and Co-operative are located in the neighbouring village of Willingham, as well as an antique and new furniture sale hall with tea rooms and an outside eatery. Wonderful walks can be enjoyed in the surrounding countryside including orchards which are open to the public, the picturesque fen or along Chain Road to the River Ouse. A short walk reaches the RSPB