Rayleigh Close, Cambridge, CB2

A beautifully extended family home set in a sought-after Cambridge location

Description

This attractive and substantial detached property offers an impressive 3,701 sq ft (plus 130 sq ft of outbuildings), and was recently extended and configured by the current owners, combining elegant proportions with contemporary design and high-quality finishes throughout. Nestled in a private position with mature screening, the house enjoys excellent natural light and flows seamlessly between its living spaces and the landscaped garden beyond.

The ground floor offers generous and flexible accommodation with radiant underfloor heating throughout, centred around a striking, open-plan Tom Howley kitchen and breakfast room fitted with sleek cabinetry, extensive worktops, and high-end appliances. This space opens into a bright dining area and garden room, where full-height glazing and French doors connect the indoors with the paved terrace outside. A spacious family room at the front of the house offers an ideal retreat or playroom, while a large home office and utility area complete the practical side of the home. There are three principal reception spaces on the ground floor that provide ample and varied entertaining space: the formal, vaulted sitting room with a feature fireplace, dramatic glazing and a folding window wall for direct access to the garden; the family room which is equipped with home theatre equipment; and a cosy snug adjacent to the dining area. Throughout the home, wide oak flooring, clean lines, and subtle architectural detailing reflect the careful thought behind its design.

Upstairs, the first floor offers three generous bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite with bespoke fitted furniture, dual-aspect windows, a walk-through dressing area, and a spacious en suite bathroom. Two further bedrooms on this level benefit from en suite shower rooms. The top floor has been cleverly converted to create two further double bedrooms, a shower room, and excellent built-in storage tucked under the eaves—ideal for guests, teenagers, or working from home, offering flexible accommodation.

The entire house has been fitted with Category 6 cabling to each room's recessed ceiling speakers, all of which are separately zoned for individualized control. Coaxial cabling to nearly every room allows for exceptional audio-visual and data access and quality.

The gardens are beautifully maintained and designed for ease of use. A large paved terrace for entertaining is directly accessible from the formal sitting room. The garden's mature plantings include dramatic lighting for elegant evening entertaining. A timber bike shed (with power) and side access provide further convenience. The property is approached by a shared driveway with a designated parking area in front of the house for two cars.

Location

Situated on the south side of Cambridge, just off Newton Road, approximately 1.5 miles from the city centre.

The University Botanical Gardens, a large 40 acre University garden with specimen plants from all over the world, Victorian glasshouses and a popular café is about 0.6 of a mile distant.

Cambridge railway station, just off Hills Road has services to London from around 50 minutes, whilst the M11 (junction11) at Trumpington is 2.3 miles distant heads towards London and Stansted Airport.

Schools for all age groups in the state and independent sectors are available in Cambridge including The Perse, The Leys, St Faiths and St Mary’s all within the immediate vicinity.

Cambridge has an excellent range of shopping facilities which include a busy daily market, the Grand Arcade shopping mall and an eclectic mix of independent shops.

A wide range of cultural, sports and recreational amenities are available in the city which includes numerous museums, theatres and the Cambridge Colleges, 31 in all and Cambridge Lakes Golf Course about 400 metres distant .

There are well regarded restaurants, bars and hotels in the city including Browns, Loch Fyne and Hotel du Vin Hotel & Bistro along Trumpington Street, close to the Fitzwilliam Museum.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,701 sq ft



Additional Info

Please note there are covenants on this property in favour of Trinity which is common for properties in Cambridge. Please ask the selling agent for more information.