The Limes, Sawston
- PROPERTY TYPE
Semi-Detached
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
1,109 sq ft
103 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Quiet cul-de-sac in popular Sawston village, 7 miles from Cambridge.
- Open-plan kitchen/diner with wooden bi-fold doors to garden.
- Spacious bay-fronted living room filled with natural light.
- Three well-sized bedrooms and a modern family bathroom.
- Detached garage and garden room for work or leisure.
- Smart lighting and blinds, voice-controlled via Amazon Echo.
- Fitted with solar panels for improved energy efficiency.
- Full planning approved for large two-storey extension
- Near shops, cafés, pubs, and top-rated schools including Sawston Village College.
- Excellent transport: Citi 7 bus and Whittlesford Parkway rail links.
Description
Upstairs, the property provides three well-sized bedrooms, all served by a contemporary family bathroom. Outside, a detached garage and a separate garden room offer fantastic versatility, whether for home working, hobbies, or simply a peaceful escape. Designed with flow and functionality in mind, this home is perfectly suited to modern life in a well-connected village setting.
The property also benefits from full planning permission for a two-storey extension, offering the opportunity to significantly enhance both the ground and first floor living space.
24/03994/HFUL| Demolition of detached garage and erection of a part two storey, part single storey, part first floor side and rear extension.
The home is also equipped with 10 solar panels, significantly improving energy efficiency and reducing running costs, along with a 9.5kW battery that supports the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG).
The Limes is a peaceful residential cull de sac located in Sawston, a vibrant village in South Cambridgeshire, approximately seven miles south of Cambridge. Sawston offers a blend of village charm and modern convenience, making it an attractive location for families and professionals alike.
Sawston boasts a variety of amenities, including local shops, cafes, and pubs. The village is home to Sawston Village College, a coeducational academy for students aged 11 to 16, recognised as the UK's State 11-16 Secondary School of the Year by the Sunday Times in 2024 . For younger children, the village offers primary education at institutions such as The Bellbird Primary School and Icknield Primary School
Sawston is well-connected by public transport. The Citi 7 bus service provides regular routes to Cambridge city centre and surrounding areas . For rail commuters, Whittlesford Parkway railway station is approximately two miles away, offering direct services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge . The village also features dedicated cycling paths, promoting sustainable travel options.
Entrance Hall
A bright and spacious entrance hall sets the tone for the home, leading to the ground floor accommodation. It features a useful storage cupboard, an understairs cloakroom/WC and stairs to the first floor.
Sitting Room
7.05m x 3.7m
A generous, light-filled space enhanced by Echo-controlled lighting and blinds, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. Featuring warm wooden flooring, dual pendant light, dual fireplace features, and French doors opening to the kitchen / dining room.
Kitchen / Dining Room
5.64m x 6.21m
Extended in 2014, this thoughtfully designed kitchen boasts shaker-style cabinetry, a solid pine worktop, and a contemporary pull-down tap with inset sink. It’s fully equipped with a five-burner induction hob, freestanding oven, rising extractor, and a high-spec Miele integrated dishwasher. Natural light pours in through a Velux window and wooden bifold doors, while wet underfloor heating adds year-round comfort.
WC / Cloak room
Conveniently positioned beneath the staircase, the cloakroom offers everyday practicality with a fitted WC and wash hand basin—ideal for guests and family use.
Landing
Leading to all bedrooms and bathroom, the landing benefits from dual-aspect windows and carpeted floors, while the loft is fully boarded and insulated, offering excellent storage or potential for conversion (subject to permissions).
Master Bedroom
3.65m x 3.45m
A spacious, front-facing bedroom with hard flooring and a double radiator beneath the window, providing comfort and natural warmth.
Second Bedroom
2.74m x 3.5m
Rear-facing with similar hard flooring, a double radiator, and built-in wardrobes for ample storage.
Bedroom Three
2.11m x 2.28m
A cosy single room at the rear, ideal as a nursery, study, or guest bedroom.
Bathroom
A fully tiled, three-piece family bathroom featuring a shower over the bath, designed for practicality and ease of maintenance.
Garden Room
2.87m x 5.9m
A versatile outbuilding featuring power and double-glazed French doors, perfect for use as a studio, home office, or hobby space. An external plug socket adds convenience, while a separate adjoining shed provides practical storage for gardening tools and equipment.
Rear Garden
The east-facing rear garden features a combination of patio and lawn, offering a balanced space for relaxation and play. Bifold doors from the dining area create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living—perfect for hosting family gatherings and entertaining friends in warmer months.
Garage
5.27m x 2.51m
The former garage has been converted to offer a flexible space with both power and plumbing installed, ideal as a utility area, workshop, or potential home office.
Frontage
The property benefits from a block-paved driveway with an electric vehicle charging point and ample space to accommodate multiple vehicles (three) comfortably.
- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: C
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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