The Terrace, Little Shelford, CB22

Property Insight
Ensum Brown are delighted to offer for sale this spacious detached chalet-style family home in the sought-after village of Little Shelford. This property is located down a private road and is ready to move straight in, with an open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, a study, a cloakroom WC, 4 well-proportioned bedrooms, a family bathroom, an en-suite to the primary, a beautiful private garden, a garage and driveway parking. 

This lovely property enjoys excellent kerb appeal, with a frontage of exposed brick and cream render, a well-maintained front lawn surrounded by a low-lying fence, borders of beautiful flowers and shrubs, space for potted plants, and gated side access to the rear. Upon stepping inside, the entrance hallway is bright and welcoming, enjoying room for furniture, storage for coats and shoes, stairs to the first floor, carpets, inset lighting and doors through to the downstairs living space, including a study and cloakroom WC. 

The kitchen/dining/living room is wonderfully open-plan, benefiting from windows to a triple aspect, and doors through to the garden. In the lounge/dining area, there are plush carpets, inset lighting, stylish decor, and ample space for a wide variety of lounge, dining and storage furniture. In the kitchen area, there is an extensive range of base and wall units, laminate worktops, a breakfast bar, a range cooker, inset and pendant lighting, wood flooring, a stable door to the garden, an integrated microwave and dishwasher, and space for other small kitchen appliances. 

Through to the ground floor sleeping quarters, there are 2 large double bedrooms - one of which enjoys its own en-suite shower room, and upstairs to the first floor, there are a further two well-proportioned bedrooms – one with a large dressing area and the other with excellent eaves storage – and a large family bathroom, comprising a bath, a shower, a WC and a hand wash basin. 

Outside, to the rear, the garden is an excellent size, fully enclosed by fencing and offering a lovely private space to sit and enjoy the sunshine. It is laid mainly to lawn, with paved patio areas and a covered pergola providing ample space for garden furniture, cooking meals al fresco and entertaining guests. There are some beautifully tended borders and beds, full of plants and shrubs, plenty of space for potted plants, and scope for new owners to put their own touches on things. 

Location - Little Shelford, Great Shelford & Cambridge
Great and Little Shelford are charming, adjacent villages located just 4 miles south of Cambridge, nestled along the banks of the River Cam. Their close proximity to Cambridge makes them popular with those who value rural life combined with easy access to the city.

Great Shelford’s 12th Century parish church, St. Mary’s, and Little Shelford’s Grade II listed All Saints Church provide focal points in both villages. They are active in the community and host regular services and social events that bring residents together.

Great Shelford boasts a variety of local shops, including a grocery store, butcher, deli, pharmacy, and several independent boutiques. There is also a post office, library, and a GP surgery, ensuring that healthcare needs are met locally. For dining and socialising, there are popular pubs such as The Square and Compasses in Great Shelford and The Navigator in Little Shelford, offering a mix of traditional and contemporary cuisine. There is a highly-regarded primary school, making it a popular choice for families, as well as an abundance of green spaces, parks, and sports facilities, including tennis courts, cricket grounds, and playing fields. The villages also have numerous clubs and activities, including gardening clubs, history societies, and art groups, catering to a wide range of interests.

Transport links from Great and Little Shelford are excellent, with a railway station in Great Shelford providing direct train services to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street, making it ideal for commuters. The M11 motorway is also easily accessible, providing convenient connections to London and Stansted Airport.

The villages’ proximity to Cambridge also means residents benefit from various restaurants, bars, cafes, and pubs, offering a mix of cuisines and dining options. Mill Road is also famous for its hub of independent restaurants, offering exciting fares from around the world. There are many places to shop, with high-street brands and independent boutiques that reach from The Grande Arcade all the way over to the Grafton Centre, and beyond. Cambridge benefits from both first-class state and independent schooling, with well-rated Primary, Secondary, Sixth Form and International options.

For homebuyers seeking a beautiful village setting within easy reach of Cambridge, we recommend giving Great and Little Shelford a visit!