Pelham Close, Cottenham, CB24

The property is situated on Pelham Close, accessed via Lambs Lane, and offers excellent access to the village primary and secondary schools, as well as the amenities available along the High Street.

The property has been thoughtfully extended with a two-storey addition to the front, creating a larger entrance hall with built-in storage, a ground floor shower room, and a third double bedroom on the first floor. The shower room is fitted with a walk-in shower, fully tiled walls, and a window to the front aspect.

The remainder of the ground floor accommodation comprises a welcoming living room with an understairs storage cupboard, while double doors lead through to a modern kitchen/dining room. The kitchen is fitted with contemporary units, integrated oven and gas hob. The dining area comfortably accommodates a six-seater table and opens into the garden room, which features tiled flooring and French doors opening onto the rear garden. Upstairs, the first floor landing provides loft access and an airing cupboard, alongside three well-proportioned double bedrooms and a fully tiled family bathroom fitted with a modern white suite.

Outside, the front garden is brick paved with a flower bed enclosed by sleepers. The south-east facing rear garden is mainly laid to lawn and includes a patio seating area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. There is also a detached insulated garden office with sliding patio doors. Beyond the garden is a single garage with parking space in front.

LOCATION

Cottenham is one of the largest and best-served villages in South Cambridgeshire, situated approximately six miles north of Cambridge. The village enjoys excellent connectivity, with convenient access to the A14 and regular bus services linking Cottenham with Cambridge, Ely and surrounding villages. Cyclists are particularly well catered for, benefiting from largely flat, well-used routes into Cambridge via Histon and established cycle paths.

Cottenham has a thriving and welcoming community, supported by a comprehensive range of local amenities. These include independent shops, cafés, pubs and takeaways, alongside churches, a community centre, library, medical practice, dentist and pharmacy. Leisure facilities are a particular strength, with a sports centre, skate park, recreation grounds and a wide variety of clubs and societies. A full calendar of community events throughout the year contributes to the village’s lively and inclusive atmosphere.

Education provision is a key attraction for families. Cottenham Primary School is well regarded, while Cottenham Village College provides local secondary education and sixth form, and is known for its positive learning environment, strong academic performance and wide-ranging extracurricular opportunities. Additional Post-16 education is served by the nearby Impington Village College Sixth Form, which offers a broad choice of A-level and vocational courses and is easily accessible by bus and cycle routes. These excellent transport links make Cottenham a practical and popular choice for students, families and commuters alike.