4 bed detached house for sale

Mill Road, Willingham CB24

A bright and well presented four-bedroom detached family home, offering generous and versatile accommodation throughout, a double garage with ample off-road parking, and a delightful west-facing garden enjoying an open aspect to the rear.

The spacious ground floor begins with an enclosed porch leading into a spacious entrance hall, stairs rising to the first floor, and useful under-stairs storage.

The modern kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of base and wall units with generous work surfaces, a large sink with mixer and filtered water tap. Integrated appliances include an eye-level double oven, four-ring gas hob with extractor hood, and there is a central island providing additional storage.

Adjoining the kitchen is a practical utility room with further storage, sink, and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, with an external door and internal access to the double garage.

The kitchen opens into an impressive triple-aspect dining room measuring over 20ft, featuring a vaulted ceiling, Velux windows, and French doors opening onto the patio and garden. Flooded with natural light, this generous space forms the heart of the home and easily accommodates both dining and seating areas.

The separate sitting room features a working fireplace with an attractive surround and raised hearth, along with a window and French doors leading to the rear garden.

The original dining room, currently used as an additional sitting/playroom, offers flexible use as a playroom, teenager’s den, or further office space. A dedicated study at the front of the house provides an ideal workspace for those working from home. Completing the ground floor is a recently updated cloakroom.

Upstairs, the spacious landing includes a front-facing window and a useful airing cupboard. There are four well-proportioned double bedrooms.

The principal bedroom overlooks the rear garden and features built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room with contemporary fittings.

Bedroom two is positioned at the front of the property with two double built-in wardrobes. Bedroom three is dual aspect with built-in wardrobes, while bedroom four enjoys views over the rear garden.

The family bathroom has also been modernised and includes a bath with a shower over, WC, wash basin, and window.

Outside, the property is set back from passing traffic behind a mature laurel hedge. A paved driveway provides parking for several vehicles and leads to the double garage with electric up-and-over door, power, and lighting.

The west-facing rear garden is a particular highlight, providing a high degree of privacy. Predominantly laid to lawn, it features two patio areas ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining, bordered by well-stocked shrub beds providing year-round colour. From the garden, there are attractive views over the field beyond and towards the village Mill, creating a truly charming setting.

Willingham is a popular and well-served village located approximately 9 miles north-west of Cambridge, or around 6–7 miles by bicycle via the scenic Guided Busway cycle route, providing a pleasant and convenient alternative route into the city.

The village offers an excellent range of local amenities for everyday living, including a Co-op supermarket, post office, bakery, butcher, farm shop, and a small business park hosting a variety of local trades and services. Fitness facilities are also well catered for with Neil Marsh Gym and Willingham Gym. Additional village amenities include a doctor’s surgery, three public houses, restaurants, cafés, and a selection of takeaway options.

Further shopping and leisure facilities are available in Bar Hill (approximately 4 miles away), which offers a large Tesco supermarket, coffee shops, and other services.

For commuters, the Guided Busway provides quick and convenient access into the north of Cambridge, Railway Station, Science and Business Parks, without the need to contend with road traffic, as well as direct links to St Ives in the opposite direction. The A14 is only a few miles away, offering excellent connections to the M11, providing straightforward access to Addenbrookes Hospital and the surrounding campus, Stansted Airport, London to the south, and the A1 to the north.

Willingham is also well served for education, with a village nursery and primary school, while secondary schooling is available at the nearby and well-regarded Cottenham Village College, Swavesey Village College, and Northstowe Secondary College.