High Street, Harlton, CB23

PROPERTY INSIGHT

A beautiful 2-bedroom Grade II listed cottage in the sought-after village of Harlton. The property enjoys countryside views on a large plot, an annexe which could be an extra source of income, a lovely kitchen, a lounge, a dining room, a study, a downstairs bathroom, 2 well-proportioned bedrooms, and driveway parking. 

Upon stepping inside, the kitchen is immediately a bright and impressive room, enjoying a range of modern shaker base and wall units, wood worktops, a breakfast bar, a range cooker, windows to a dual aspect, a high ceiling, inset lighting, tiled flooring and splashbacks, an integrated dishwasher, extractor and space for other small kitchen appliances. 

The dining room adjacent is a very good size and beautifully presented, with 2 windows to a dual aspect, a fireplace with a wood-burning stove, pendant lighting, integrated storage, space for a large dining setting, and access through to a study space. The lounge is equally well-presented, benefiting from windows to a dual aspect, wood flooring, sconce lighting, access to the rear garden, and space for lounge and storage furniture. 

The bathroom can also be found on the ground floor and comprises a bath with an overhead shower, a WC, a hand wash basin, two Velux windows, a heated towel rail and tiled flooring.

Upstairs to the first floor, this lovely property continues to offer generous accommodation, with 2 well-proportioned bedrooms, each with a window to a garden aspect.

Outside, to the rear, the garden is an incredibly generous size, fully enclosed by fencing and hedgerows and offering a lovely private space to sit and enjoy nature. It is laid mainly to lawn, with paved patio providing space for garden furniture and entertaining guests. There are established borders of shrubs, beautiful countryside views to the rear, trees dotted through the lawn, and scope for new owners to put their own stamp on things. There is also access to a large annexe, which has been fully renovated and comprises kitchenette area, a large double bedroom and a spacious shower room. It offers excellent multi-generational living, or as an extra source of income if desired. 

LOCATION - HARLTON

Harlton is a picturesque village in South Cambridgeshire, located around 5 miles south-west of Cambridge and approximately 3 miles from Haslingfield. It benefits from good transport links, with easy access to the A603 and M11, and the nearby Cambridge railway station provides direct services to London King’s Cross and Liverpool Street.

At the heart of the village is the historic Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a beautiful medieval church, which hosts regular village events, clubs and gatherings that bring residents together throughout the year.

While Harlton itself maintains a quiet, residential character, nearby villages such as Haslingfield and Comberton provide everyday amenities including local shops, convenience stores and public houses. Harlton is in the catchment for Comberton Village College which is rated outstanding by Ofsted. A wider range of supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities can be found in Cambridge, just a short drive away.

For families, there are well-regarded primary schools in the surrounding villages, with Comberton Village College serving as the local secondary school. The proximity to Cambridge also opens up access to a range of highly regarded state and independent schools.

There is an abundance of countryside walks, bridleways and cycling routes right on the doorstep, including scenic routes just behind the house with the amazing woodlands, Clunch Pit and Wimpole National Trust just a short drive away.

For homebuyers seeking a tranquil village lifestyle with easy access to Cambridge and London, Harlton is well worth exploring.