5 bed detached house for sale

Hillside, Sawston, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB22

Rarely available and ideal location for the Village College.

This charming bay-fronted Victorian detached residence has been extended and significantly enhanced, offering flexible accommodation across two floors. Nestled within a mature and private garden, the property is centrally located in a highly sought-after and vibrant village. Potential to extend into the loft, subject to planning consent.

This impressive Victorian home enjoys a prime location within the village, just a short stroll from the Village College and local amenities. Recently, the property has undergone a sympathetic refurbishment, resulting in a well presented accommodation arranged over two floors. Care has been taken to preserve many of the home’s original features while providing spacious living spaces, perfectly suited for the growing family.

The accommodation begins with a spacious entrance hall, accessed through a panelled, front door . The hallway is bright and welcoming. The bay-windowed sitting/dining room enjoys frontal views with a feature fireplace and newly carpeted flooring. The heart of the home is the kitchen/breakfast room with doors leading through to the conservatory and rear garden. The property also benefits from a 5th bedroom/work from home space and separate bathroom, ideal for independent living.
The kitchen is equipped with attractive cabinetry, ample counter tops, a sink with a mixer tap and drainer, deep pan drawers, and a range of integrated appliances, including a four-ring gas hob, double oven, extractor fan, plus space for fridge/freezer and dishwasher The room is finished with attractive Vinyl flooring.

On the first and second floors, there are four generously sized bedrooms, a family bathroom. The property is set back from the road with a walled front garden, and gated access leads to the rear garden, which is fully enclosed. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with a spacious paved patio, a pergola, flower and shrub borders, and beds. At the end of the garden, there is off-road parking and a detached double garage which has been partially dry lined and has power and lighting—an ideal space for working from home/ gym or studio. The loft space has been boarded with the added benefit of Velux window.

The village of Sawston is one of the largest communities in Cambridgeshire and offers an excellent range of amenities, including a village supermarket, shops, a bank, a chemist, and professional services. Two business parks are located on the outskirts. The village has two primary schools, the Sawston Child Care Nursery School, and the Village College, which provides a variety of adult education opportunities. Junction 10 of the M11 is approximately 3 miles away, and Whittlesford mainline station is about 2 miles away, offering a fast commuter service to London Liverpool Street in under an hour. Stansted Airport is also easily accessible, being about 22 miles away. There is a regular bus service and a cycle path to Cambridge city centre.

All mains services are connected.

South Cambridgeshire District Council. Band E

EPC: E

Early viewing is highly recommended and not to be missed.