5 bed detached house for sale

Tinkers Lane, Huntingdon PE28

A spacious five-bedroom detached family home, positioned on an attractive corner plot and offering generous garden space along with ample off-road parking. The accommodation comprises an entrance hall with access to the double garage and a ground-floor WC, a kitchen with adjoining utility room, dining room, living room, study, and a conservatory with a warm roof. Upstairs, there are four well-proportioned bedrooms and a fifth single bedroom, a family bathroom, and an en suite to the principal bedroom.

Agents notes:

Conservatory underfloor heating installed February 2014. Gas boiler replaced August 2016; serviced annually, next service due August 2026. Garden landscaped including water feature and shed done in Dec 2021. Loft ladder and boarding fitted May 2022. Conservatory - replacement windows, doors and warm roof fitted - May 2022. Living room - feature fire fitted May 2023. New UPVC doors and windows installed - June 2023. New consumer unit installed - July 2025.

The impressive wrap-around garden makes the most of the corner plot, featuring a substantial patio area accessed from the conservatory, along with additional garden space and storage shed to the side of the property.

Sawtry, Cambridgeshire – Village Overview

Sawtry is a highly desirable and well-serviced village in the heart of Huntingdonshire, ideally positioned halfway between the vibrant city of Peterborough and the historic market town of Huntingdon, in Cambridgeshire. Its attractive location just off the A1(M) makes it particularly appealing to commuters, offering excellent road links north and south and easy connections to the A14 for travel towards Cambridge and the East Coast.

The village benefits from a strong sense of community and a comprehensive array of local amenities to support everyday living. Residents enjoy a range of independent shops, convenience stores, a central Co-op supermarket, and essential services including a doctors’ surgery, dental practice, pharmacy, vet and post office - all contributing to Sawtry’s reputation as a well-equipped Key Service Centre.

Education
Sawtry is a highly attractive location for families, with well-regarded primary schools and the Sawtry Village Academy, a secondary school with sixth form provision, located within the village itself. This continuity of education from early years through to post-16 makes Sawtry particularly appealing to family buyers.

Leisure and Community Facilities
The village offers excellent leisure options including Sawtry Leisure Centre with pool and gym facilities, extensive public footpaths and rights of way into the surrounding countryside for walking and cycling, and a range of community spaces such as the local library and village halls. A calendar of local events and clubs helps foster a strong community spirit.

For socialising and dining, Sawtry has a selection of traditional pubs, cafés and eateries, while larger entertainment and cultural venues - including cinemas and museums - are easily accessible in nearby Huntingdon and Peterborough.

Transport and Connectivity
Sawtry’s proximity to the A1(M) makes it an excellent base for commuters by car, with quick road access to major employment hubs across the region. While the village itself does not have a train station, regular bus services link to Peterborough and Huntingdon, where mainline rail services provide connections to London and beyond.