Rook Grove, Willingham, CB24

The entrance door of this quaint and characterful cottage leads to the kitchen/dining room which is fitted with a range of solid wood base units with a tiled work surface and inset sink. An exposed brickwork fireplace houses a range cooker with extractor over and a quarry tiled splash back. A double-glazed sash window looks down to the courtyard and workshop beyond. There is a double pantry with shelving and additional storage in the utility. Original panel doors are pleasantly found throughout and stairs rise from the kitchen to the first floor accommodation. Continuing from the kitchen/dining room to the utility room which comprises a recently renovated and versatile space, including a range of further base units with space for a washing machine and dishwasher, plus fridge/freezer. The comfortable-sized and cosy sitting room features a large, double-glazed sash window to the front aspect, an open fire with brick surround and shelving to each recess, with stripped wood floor and an under stairs storage cupboard. The modern ground floor bathroom features a quality suite, with a ceramic hand basin inset to vanity unit and bath with shower over.

The first floor comprises a main bedroom with wonderful views over the village allotments, the second, also a good sized double with a built-in cupboard with views over the courtyard and garden beyond. The third bedroom is a comfortable single and is currently used as an office/hobby room. All first-floor rooms have double-glazed windows and a natural hessian-style carpet.

POSITION, OUTSIDE AREAS AND PARKING

The property is perfectly located for the many amenities offered within this well-served and pretty Cambridgeshire village. A short walk to the bustling High Street, wonderful walks in the countryside and approximately two miles to the guided bus to St Ives and Cambridge. Situated at the end of this private road, with parking along the left hand side, overlooking the village allotments. There is a double gated access leading to the recently paved courtyard, which is also access to 30 Rook Grove. The detached workshop measures 22.19m x 10.87m, is insulated and has power connected, the front space is used for storage and there is a door to the inner room, which was previously a home office.

The pretty, cottage-style garden comprises mainly of lawn with mature and well-stocked borders, including a small coppice of fruit trees and a play area at the rear, with timber shed.

LOCATION

Willingham is approximately 12 miles northwest of Cambridge and offers excellent access into Cambridge via the recently expanded and improved A14, which leads onto M11 south and A1 north.

Popular for both cyclists and runners, the guided busway also provides a well-used cycle path parallel to the bus route. This is a direct route into Cambridge and stops at Cambridge North, the city centre and Addenbrooke's. With a Tesco superstore, petrol station and precinct of shops in nearby Bar Hill.

The village is well served with facilities including two village stores, two churches, two public houses, bakery, butchers and farm shop, doctor's surgery, pharmacy, library, takeaway, cafe, hairdressers, car repairs, primary school and nurseries, post office, auction rooms with tea rooms and an outside eatery, independent veterinary clinic, pet supplies store, a number of small businesses in the village centre.

There is also a recreation ground with play area, football pitches, bowls club, and sports pavilion, as well as a community centre, community orchard and social club.