Thirlwall Drive, Fordham, CB7

Situated on Thirlwall Drive in the well-regarded village of Fordham, this beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached home has been thoughtfully extended and improved by the current owners, creating a stylish and exceptionally well-balanced home that is ready to move straight into.

A particular highlight is the impressive rear sun room, which provides a wonderful additional reception space with a vaulted ceiling, four Velux windows and bi-fold doors opening directly onto the garden. Underfloor heating and tiled flooring make this a comfortable space to enjoy throughout the year, while the seamless connection with the garden makes it particularly well suited to entertaining.

The kitchen diner, installed just two years ago, provides a modern and sociable heart to the home, with a range of white fitted units, integrated appliances, under-counter lighting and a useful pantry. From here, the outlook and access into the sun room create a natural flow between the principal living spaces.

To the front, the separate living room provides a more traditional and comfortable space to relax, with a large window overlooking the front and a decorative fireplace with mantlepiece. A downstairs cloakroom and useful under-stairs storage complete the ground floor.

Upstairs are three bedrooms, including two well-proportioned doubles and a further bedroom offering excellent flexibility as a child's room, home office or dressing room. The principal bedroom benefits from extensive full-width fitted wardrobes, while the second bedroom enjoys views over the rear garden. A well-appointed family bathroom completes the first floor.

Outside, the rear garden is a real feature of the property. Enjoying a good degree of privacy, it combines an extensive York stone patio with a feature circular seating area and a generous lawn, providing plenty of space for both entertaining and relaxing. Two brick-built sheds, both with power and lighting, provide useful additional storage, while an outside tap and power point add further practicality.

The property also benefits from a private driveway providing off-road parking, with additional off-street parking available opposite.

Presented in excellent condition and requiring little more than the new owners' furniture and belongings, this is a home where the significant work has already been carried out. The combination of the modern kitchen diner, exceptional sun room, generous garden and convenient village location makes this a particularly appealing property.

Location

Fordham is a popular village located between the historic horse racing town of Newmarket just 5 miles, and the cathedral city Ely around 9 miles away. The university city of Cambridge some 17 miles away is easily accessible via the A14 which interconnects to the M11 motorway to London and the A11 to the east. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is just under 18 miles. 

Ely benefits from a mainline rail station with connection to Cambridge in approximately 17 minutes, there is also a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London, with Cambridge North Station and the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 40 minutes away. 

Village Information

Fordham is a desirable village with a very active community. The recreation ground has a play area and hosts a range of activities and clubs such as football, tennis, cricket and bowls. There is a splendid Grade I listed church with the earliest parts of the building dating from the 12th century. There are several footpaths within the village and a cycle route which connects with Fordham with Soham.  A bus route connects to Ely, Newmarket, Soham and Cambridge with an hourly service Monday to Saturday. 

Facilities

Fordham offers a great range of local amenities including highly regarded primary school, Michelin featured restaurant The White Pheasant, Co-op, petrol station, two garden centres, family butchers, church and two public houses, The Crown and The Chequers. 

The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a further range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants and leisure facilities, including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club. Renowned globally for thoroughbred horses and boasting two separate racetracks with quality horses competing throughout the season.

Ely, home to a world-famous 900-year-old Cathedral, lies on the River Great Ouse and offers another good range of shopping facilities within the centre including a market which takes place on both Thursdays and Saturdays. There are a number of sporting facilities such as an 18 hole golf course and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool/gymnasium. 

EPC Rating: D

Garden

Outside, the rear garden is a real feature of the property. Enjoying a good degree of privacy, it combines an extensive York stone patio with a feature circular seating area and a generous lawn, providing plenty of space for both entertaining and relaxing. Two brick-built sheds, both with power and lighting, provide useful additional storage, while an outside tap and power point add further practicality.

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