De Freville Avenue, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4

A fine Edwardian townhouse in a sought after district of Cambridge

Description

Situated on the highly sought-after De Freville Avenue, this exceptional period home offers an exquisite blend of character and contemporary living. Set within generous landscaped gardens, the property boasts elegant proportions, beautifully restored original features, and thoughtfully designed modern spaces with views towards Midsummer Common and the River Cam.

The impressive entrance hall, with its grand elm staircase and leaded windows and stained - glass arts and crafts windows, sets the tone for the rest of the home. The formal drawing room and sitting room are bright and spacious, featuring large bay windows, intricate cornicing, and open fireplaces, making them ideal for both entertaining and relaxation. The kitchen and dining area is a stunning focal point, flooded with natural light from the vaulted ceiling lantern and glass doors leading to the garden. This space is fitted with high-end appliances, sleek cabinetry, and an expansive island—perfect for modern family living.

The first and second floors comprise a collection of well-proportioned bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite with an en suite bathroom. Additional bedrooms are served by stylish family bathrooms, each finished to an impeccable standard.

Beyond the main house, a self-contained annexe offers versatile accommodation, ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or a private home office, with a sitting/dining area, kitchen, shower room and a mezzanine bedroom.

The beautifully maintained gardens provide a serene retreat, with mature trees, manicured lawns, and multiple seating areas designed for outdoor dining and relaxation.

With its prestigious location just moments away from the River Cam (328 ft away), Midsummer Common (0.5 miles away ), and the city centre (1 mile away), this remarkable city home combines period elegance with contemporary comforts, making it an exceptional opportunity in one of Cambridge’s finest residential areas.

Location

89 & 91 De Freville Avenue occupy the last residential plot on the west side of this attractive and sought after no-through road, just north of the river Cam, close to Cambridge's historic core (1.9 miles).

Access to the City centre on foot is via the footbridge at the end of Pretoria Road which leads to Midsummer Common and the riverside walk in turn leads into the centre of the City. There are comprehensive shopping, schooling, recreational and cultural facilities in Cambridge city centre including the Grand Arcade shopping mall and the Grafton Centre along with a busy daily market.

There is local shopping on Chesterton Road where there are a variety of shops for everyday needs along with popular pubs and restaurants.

For the commuter there are fast and regular mainline rail services available from Cambridge station leading into London's Liverpool Street and Kings Cross stations from around 45 minutes (to Kings Cross).

The A14 is situated just north of the City which provides access to the A11, M11, A1, M1 and M6. Schooling facilities include Chesterton Community College and a full range of renowned independent schools in the City including St John's and Kings College prep schools, The Perse co-ed, The Leys, St Mary's and St Faiths schools.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,436 sq ft


Acreage: 0.35 Acres

Directions

No 89 De Freville Avenue:
Lobby entrance hall, reception hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast/garden room, utility, cloaks WC, conservatory/greenhouse, cellar containing store room and workshop, 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2nd floor kitchenette.
No 91 De Freville Avenue
Former motor house converted to a stylish one bedroom property with open plan living/dining room, bathroom, kitchen, mezzanine bedroom deck, enclosed courtyard.
Off street parking for a number of vehicles, attractive gardens and grounds, potential building plot (subject to planning). In all 038 of an acre.