5 bed detached house for sale

Moggswell Lane, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire PE2

A distinguished and substantial 1930s family residence, combining period character, versatile living and mature private grounds, set within one of Peterborough's most sought-after areas

Description
This striking 1930s brick-built residence occupies a discreet position along a private lane within the historic village of Orton Longueville. With its eclectic mix of homes, 3 Moggswell Lane enjoys a peaceful village atmosphere and strong sense of community, whilst remaining within easy reach of all the amenities offered by the cathedral city of Peterborough.

Extending to well-balanced and versatile accommodation, the property comprises five bedrooms and two bathrooms, complemented by three generous reception rooms, a kitchen and separate utility room. The layout provides excellent flexibility for modern family living, allowing spaces to be adapted to suit both formal entertaining and relaxed day-to-day life.

The home retains a wealth of period features characteristic of its era, including high ceilings, original wooden flooring, and beautifully proportioned rooms, all bathed in natural light and enjoying attractive outlooks over the surrounding gardens.

Accommodation
The entrance porch opens into a welcoming central hallway, providing access to the principal reception rooms and staircase.
The impressive double-aspect sitting room features French doors opening onto the garden, creating an ideal space for large family gatherings and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Adjacent, the snug offers a more intimate retreat, complete with a large bay window with window seat and a feature fireplace. Both rooms benefit from original wooden floors and south-facing windows, enhancing the sense of warmth and light.

The dining room is flooded with natural light from a further bay window and flows openly into the kitchen, which is fitted with classic shaker-style cabinetry, granite worktops, and a traditional butler sink. The adjoining utility room provides additional storage, a secondary sink and space for laundry appliances.

A cloak cupboard and ground floor W.C. Complete the accommodation at this level.

Ascending to the first floor, a generous landing with picture window creates an ideal reading nook and leads to the bedroom accommodation.

The principal bedroom enjoys garden views, built-in wardrobes, and an en suite shower room. Bedrooms two, three and four are all well-proportioned doubles, each benefitting from built-in storage, whilst bedroom five is a comfortable single room, equally suited to use as a study. The bedrooms are served by a family bathroom, with the added convenience of a separate W.C. On this floor.

Outside
The house sits centrally within its plot, creating a balanced and private setting. A gated block-paved driveway provides ample parking for five vehicles and leads to the attached garage and external store.

The landscaped gardens wrap around the property, offering a combination of lawned areas, mature planting, and established boundaries, creating both privacy and seasonal interest.

The home further benefits from photovoltaic solar panels and an EV charging point, enhancing its environmental credentials and efficiency.

Location
The Village, Orton Longueville, is a designated Conservation Area situated on the western fringes of Peterborough. Characterised by its mature trees, period homes and strong community feel, it is widely regarded as one of the city’s most desirable residential settings.

The property is ideally placed for access to Ferry Meadows, the scenic River Nene, and the heritage Nene Valley Railway. Leisure amenities nearby include Orton Meadows Golf Course and Orton Hall Hotel. Ample conveniences lie within a 5-10 min walk including convenience stores, a spa and gym (at Orton Hall with membership), hairdressers, a dental surgery and gp practice.

The wide avenue of the Wellingtonia Orton Longueville wood managed by the Woodland Trust, offers charming amenity space in the heart of The Village and is well used by the local community

The city centre offers an extensive range of shopping within its pedestrianised precinct, together with a diverse selection of restaurants and cafés. Cultural and leisure facilities are equally impressive, notably the magnificent 12th-century Peterborough Cathedral.

Schooling in the area is highly regarded, including The King's (The Cathedral) School, Nene Park Academy and St Botolph's Church of England Primary School, all of which are located close by, alongside a number of independent schools available within the wider area.

Transport connections are excellent, with direct mainline rail services from Peterborough station to London King’s Cross in under an hour. The A1(M) is approximately five miles distant, providing convenient road access both north and south.

Square Footage: 2,119 sq ft

Acreage:
0.36 Acres



Additional Info
Mains electric, water and drainage. Mains gas fired central heating. The home benefits from photovoltaic solar panels and an EV charging point.

Fixture & Fittings: Only those mentioned in these sale particulars are included in the sale. All others such as curtains, light fittings and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

In accordance with the Estate Agents Act 1979 (section 21), we wish to inform prospective buyers of this property that the seller is an employee of Savills