4 bed property for sale

The Herons, Cottenham CB24

The entrance hallway features an external door, engineered oak wood flooring, a single radiator, a Nest heating control, and stairs leading to the first floor. The downstairs cloakroom includes a low-level WC, a vanity unit with wash basin and part-tiled walls, and engineered oak wood flooring. There is a versatile study/play room with double-glazed sash-style windows to the front and side aspects, which is currently used for home working. The living room offers a comfortable space with a double-glazed sash-style window to the side aspect and features a stove inset in the fireplace. The impressive open-plan kitchen/diner is a spacious, modern area with double-glazed patio doors opening onto the garden and an additional rear door. It also includes a double-glazed window to the side aspect and under-stairs storage. The kitchen has been re-fitted with a comprehensive range of base and wall-mounted units, work surfaces, an inset one-and-a-half bowl sink, integrated dishwasher and washing machine, pull-out pan drawers, and a pull-out pantry. There is an AEG induction hob with splashback and extractor canopy above, as well as an integrated fridge and freezer. Additional features include a built-in oven, a combination microwave oven, two full-height rads, inset spotlights, and engineered oak wood flooring.

On the first floor, the landing has a double-glazed window to the rear aspect, loft access, and an airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder. Bedroom one benefits from double-glazed sash-style windows to the front and side aspects and fitted wardrobes. The en-suite includes a double-glazed sash-style window, a low-level WC, a corner shower cubicle with overhead shower and handheld attachment, a vanity unit with wash basin, fully tiled walls and floor, and underfloor heating.

Bedroom two features a double-glazed sash-style window to the side aspect and fitted wardrobes with sliding mirrored doors. Bedroom three has double-glazed sash-style windows to the front and side aspects. Bedroom four includes a double-glazed window to the rear aspect and built-in cupboards.

The bathroom has a double-glazed obscured sash-style window to the front aspect and a recently re-fitted suite comprising a sink unit, inset WC, and a bath with tiled panelling and inset shower. There is also a solid wood countertop with wall-mounted units above, a towel rail, fully tiled walls and floor, and underfloor heating.

Outside, the rear garden features a patio area with a circular feature lawn and an additional circular patio area, well-stocked borders and a selection of established shrubs offering colour and interest, partly walled and with a gated access to the driveway. The property also benefits from solar panels on both the roof and the garage, helping to reduce electricity costs.

The garden tool store is equipped with power and lighting. The single garage includes light and power, a single electric up-and-over door, and a solar panel inverter. There is also an additional storage area with light and power, a fitted desk, wall-mounted units, and shelving.
Location


Cottenham is one of the largest and best-served villages in South Cambridgeshire, situated approximately six miles north of Cambridge. The village enjoys excellent connectivity, with convenient access to the A14 and regular bus services linking Cottenham with Cambridge, Ely and surrounding villages. Cyclists are particularly well catered for, benefiting from largely flat, well-used routes into Cambridge via Histon and established cycle paths.

Cottenham has a thriving and welcoming community, supported by a comprehensive range of local amenities. These include independent shops, cafés, pubs and takeaways, alongside churches, a community centre, library, medical practice, dentist and pharmacy. Leisure facilities are a particular strength, with a sports centre, skate park, recreation grounds and a wide variety of clubs and societies. A full calendar of community events throughout the year contributes to the village’s lively and inclusive atmosphere.

Education provision is a key attraction for families. Cottenham Primary School is well regarded, while Cottenham Village College provides local secondary education and sixth form, and is known for its positive learning environment, strong academic performance and wide-ranging extracurricular opportunities. Additional Post-16 education is served by the nearby Impington Village College Sixth Form, which offers a broad choice of a-level and vocational courses and is easily accessible by bus and cycle routes. These excellent transport links make Cottenham a practical and popular choice for students, families and commuters alike.

EPC Rating: D