Property description

A substantial, semi detached, 5 bedroom period property which backs on to the River Cam and is well placed for access to Grantchester Meadows, situated in the heart of Newnham, one of Cambridge's most sought after residential areas.

City Centre 1 mile, M11 (junction 12) 1.25 miles, Mainline Railway Station (King's Cross and Liverpool Street lines) 1.75 miles, (distances are approximate).

Believed to date from 1929,70 Grantchester Meadows is a substantial period property constructed with brick elevations under a tiled roof. Arranged over 2 floors, the well proportioned accommodation extends to 1,829 sq ft (170 sq m) and offers tremendously versatile reception rooms and a light and airy feel throughout. Retaining many of its original period features, the property has been well maintained, however offers prospective purchasers an excellent opportunity and scope to create a superb family home in this most desirable of locations.

<br/><br/>Grantchester Meadows lies within the coveted Newnham area, just a mile from the heart of the city centre. Newnham benefits from a good range of facilities including a post office, chemist, bakers, butchers, grocers, small supermarket and a primary school. Lammas Land Recreation Ground, with a large children's play area, tennis court and paddling pool, is within about 300 yards. The property is also extremely well placed for many of the Colleges, University Departments, The Backs and delightful walks along the River Cam to the nearby village of Grantchester. An excellent range of schools for all ages are within half or three-quarters of a mile of the property including St John's, King's, The Leys, Stephen Perse, St Mary's, Parkside and Newnham Croft.

For the commuter, the M11 (junction 12) is about 1.25 miles away providing good access to Stansted Airport and London. The city's Mainline Railway Station is about 1.75 miles away and provides services to King's Cross and Liverpool Street in about 52 and 67 minutes respectively.
Amenities

No onward chain

Spacious, well proportioned accommodation extending to 1,829 sq ft (170 sq m) with original period features

Charming Sitting Room opening to a light and airy Family area with window seat enjoying delightful views over the garden

Wonderful Kitchen/Dining Room with integrated appliances and French doors opening to the rear garden

Generous Study with open fireplace and fitted shelving to both alcoves

Ground floor Bedroom with En Suite access to the Shower Room

4 well proportioned Bedrooms and Family Bathroom to the first floor

Gas fired central heating

No onward chain