Hertford Street, Cambridge

A broad and notably improved Victorian city house occupying one of Cambridge’s most desirable central residential streets, just moments from Jesus Green, the River Cam and the historic city centre. Extending to approximately 1,683 sq ft, the property combines the proportions and character associated with its period origins with thoughtfully updated accommodation arranged across three floors, creating a home well suited to modern family life.

The house is approached via a raised front garden, with steps leading to the entrance and a gated side passage providing useful access to the rear. The welcoming entrance hall immediately reflects the property's Victorian heritage, with decorative arch detailing, high ceilings and an attractive tiled floor. To the front, a generous bay-fronted sitting room enjoys excellent natural light and retains a sense of period character, centered around a wood-burning stove. Open access leads through to a separate dining room, creating a versatile reception space that can adapt to family living, entertaining or home working requirements.

To the rear, a substantial kitchen and breakfast room forms the heart of the house. The room has been extended and reconfigured to provide an impressive contemporary space, featuring a large central island, extensive cabinetry, integrated appliances and generous preparation areas. Rooflights, full-height side glazing and glazed doors overlooking the garden ensure an abundance of natural light throughout the day, while the dining area creates a natural connection between the kitchen and outside space. An understairs cloakroom completes the ground floor.

The first floor provides three bedrooms, including a particularly spacious principal bedroom with fitted storage and an en-suite shower room. A large family bathroom features both a freestanding bath and separate shower. On the second floor, a further substantial double bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room and adjoining storage area, creating an ideal guest suite, older child's bedroom or private principal retreat.

Outside, the rear garden has been designed for ease of maintenance and year-round use. A large decked terrace provides ample space for outdoor dining and seating, enclosed by mature planting which softens the setting and enhances privacy. Gated side access offers practical day-to-day convenience for bicycles and garden equipment.

Hertford Street is situated in a quiet, yet central residential area, conveniently set just off Chesterton Road opposite Jesus Green, Midsummer Common and the River Cam and ideally positioned within easy reach of Cambridge City Centre, offering an enviable balance of city living and access to green open spaces.

The area of Mitchum's Corner is close-by and is well served by a wide range of local amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, pubs, and a Co-op, while nearby Chesterton Road provides a vibrant selection of restaurants and leisure facilities.

The property itself is pleasantly positioned and has plenty of permit parking available. Transport links are excellent with regular bus services, convenient access to the A14 and M11, and both Cambridge city centre and Cambridge railway stations easily reached by bicycle. Cambridge North Station is also readily accessible, providing fast connections to London and the wider region.

Families are well catered for, with a number of highly regarded schools nearby, including the outstanding Chesterton Community College.