New Road, Melbourn, Cambridgeshire, SG8

Well presented & Victorian family home in central village location.

Description

This beautifully maintained Victorian semi-detached family home is situated in the highly regarded village of Melbourn. Thoughtfully extended and stylishly finished throughout, the property offers exceptional living space including a stunning open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, a utility room, study, snug, cloakroom WC, four generous bedrooms, a luxurious master suite with walk-in wardrobe and en suite, integral garage, a sizable rear garden, and gated driveway parking.

The property makes an immediate impression with its attractive Victorian façade, neatly landscaped front garden, hedged boundaries, and a driveway with space for multiple vehicles alongside the integral garage. With internal accommodation set over two floors under a pitch tiled roof you are immediately greeted as you enter the home by the entrance hall is welcoming and light-filled. To the front of the home are two versatile reception rooms: a spacious study with a wood-burning stove, and a cozy snug, also featuring a stove.

At the rear of the property lies the impressive, generous open-plan kitchen/dining/living space which benefits from underfloor heating. Bathed in natural light from rear windows and bi-fold doors, this space is perfect for entertaining and everyday family life. The kitchen features modern cabinetry, wood worktops, a butler sink, breakfast bar, range cooker, and space for a fridge/freezer and small appliances. The adjacent utility room offers additional storage and room for laundry appliances.

Upstairs, the first floor offers four well-proportioned and elegantly decorated bedrooms. The principal bedroom is a standout, with a walk-in wardrobe and stylish en suite shower room. The family bathroom includes a bath, separate shower, WC, and hand basin. Off the guest bedroom there is a generous space which offers flexibility, ideal as a dressing room or nursery.

The rear garden is a fantastic size and has been thoughtfully landscaped to create a private and welcoming outdoor space. Mostly laid to lawn with a paved patio area for seating and dining, it also features established borders, access to a large shed/outbuilding.

Location

Melbourn village is well-served by a good range of facilities including a post office, chemist, two convenience stores, a number of pubs/restaurants and Leeches, a renowned butchers/delicatessen. Esse therapy and the Bury Lane farm shop are both nearby. A vibrant local community, Melbourn also provides primary schooling and secondary at Melbourn Village College. The market town of Royston (4 miles) offers a further range of everyday facilities including an M&S food hall and Tesco superstore.

The high-tech university city of Cambridge (10 miles) provides a wider variety of shopping, cultural and recreational facilities, together with a range of independent day and boarding schools including renowned prep schools such as St John’s and King’s College Schools, St Faith’s and secondary schools including The Perse CoEd, Stephen Perse School and The Leys.

For the commuter, the A10 leads north east to the M11 (7 miles) on the edge of Cambridge and south west to the A505 (2 miles) which in turn connects with the A1 at Baldock and the M11 at Duxford. There are mainline railway stations in Royston (4 miles) and Meldreth (1 mile) the former having a fast direct service into London King’s Cross from 36 minutes whilst Meldreth offers services to Kings Cross (from 54 minutes) and Cambridge (from 17 minutes).

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,945 sq ft