3 bed detached house for sale

Rectory Lane, Somersham PE28

Harvey Robinson Estate Agents in St Ives are delighted to present for sale this charming character cottage in the heart of the ever-popular village of Somersham. Fomerly the village shop, the 23ft lounge is light and airy with dual-aspect windows, and is finished with solid wood flooring. Adjoining the lounge is a separate dining room with an open fireplace, and an easterly facing window which floods the room with light and gives the ground floor an open-plan feel.

Property summary Harvey Robinson Estate Agents in St Ives are delighted to present for sale this charming character cottage in the heart of the ever-popular village of Somersham. Fomerly the village shop, the 23ft lounge is light and airy with dual-aspect windows, and is finished with solid wood flooring. Adjoining the lounge is a separate dining room with an open fireplace, and an easterly facing window which floods the room with light and gives the ground floor an open-plan feel. To the rear of the property, there is a 15ft kitchen/dining room, which provides direct access to the driveway. Completing the ground floor, there is a spacious utility area with flagstone tiled flooring and a downstairs cloakroom which formerly included a shower. To the first floor, there are three double bedrooms, two with inbuilt storage and a beautifully refitted four piece bathroom suite. Leading outside, beyond the driveway there is a passage which leads you to the detached but enclosed garden which is mainly laid to lawn. This westerly facing area boasts a great degree of privacy and incorporates a large workshop/shed and is perfect for any avid gardener. Viewing of this charming property is essential and can be organised by contacting the St Ives office.

Location and ameneties Somersham can be found just 10 miles from Huntingdon and 4 miles from St Ives making it well placed for families and young professionals.

Somersham offers a wealth of amenities alongside schooling making it an ideal community. The Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' Primary School can be found within the village alongside Whitehall School which is an independent nursery and primary school. The local amenities within the village include a coffee shop, a local Tesco Express, Costcutter & Post Office, a hairdresser, pubs, and several takeaways. For those that enjoy the outdoors Somersham has its own nature reserve offering 12 hectares of land and fantastic walks.

In St Ives you will find plenty of shops including Waitrose along with some great independent stores and cafes, as well as the river Great Ouse. The pubs are also highly rated by residents, and you'll find plenty of great restaurants in the area. One of the area's biggest draws is its proximity to Cambridge via the A1309 or the St. Ives Park & Ride both of which can be accessed from Somersham in less than 15 minutes. The nearest station is at Huntingdon, which is just a twenty-minute drive away. From here, you can catch a train to London Kings Cross, which takes just over an hour.

Faq's Tenure: Freehold
Postcode for SatNav: PE28 3EL
What3Words Location: ///shorten.parade.spud
Current Owners Owned Property: Since 2007
Property built: 1910
Seller's Onward Movements: Relocating
Council Tax Band: D
EPC Rating: D
Rear Garden Aspect: West
Rear Garden Boundary: Left and Right
Primary School Catchment: Somersham Primary
Secondary School Catchment: Cromwell Community College, Abbey College Ramsey
Water Meter: No
Loft: Boarded: Not known, no ladder, no light
UPVC windows: Fitted in 2008
Boiler Installed: 2016

general Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate, and photographs provided for guidance only.

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