Drings Close, Over, CB24

Forming part of a well-regarded retirement development for the over-60s, this attractive two-bedroom ground-floor apartment offers comfortable, semi-independent living within a welcoming residents’ community, with the added benefit of a private rear garden.

The accommodation begins with an entrance hall providing access to a useful linen cupboard and additional built-in storage. The modern kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, complemented by tiled splashbacks, space for a cooker and two further appliances, together with a window overlooking the front.

There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom overlooking the rear garden and a second double bedroom to the front, currently presented as a dining room.

The bright and spacious sitting room accommodates both seating and dining furniture, with a glazed door flanked by windows providing plenty of natural light and direct access to the garden.

Completing the accommodation is a modern wet room, fitted with a shower, WC and wash basin, complemented by tiled walls, a wall-mounted cabinet and mirror.

OUTSIDE AND PARKING

The apartment benefits from its own private rear garden, attractively arranged with a paved patio seating area, hanging baskets and a lawn, providing a pleasant space for relaxing outdoors. A timber garden shed offers useful additional storage, while a rear gate leads directly into the beautifully maintained communal gardens. A residents’ car park provides ample free parking for both residents and visitors, completing this appealing retirement property.

ELM COURT

Elm Court is conveniently positioned adjacent to the doctors surgery and Over Day Centre, which is regularly used by residents of Elm Court.

This leasehold property is sold at 75%, with a 25% share retained by South Cambs District Council.

The secure housing includes use of communal areas of the premises, a warden (not resident on site) and an emergency call facility in the flat. The current service charge is £802.24 per quarter, which covers heating and water charges, staff, buildings insurance, alarms, ground rent, laundry facilities and utilities for communal areas, as well as repairs and maintenance of the building, communal areas and grounds.

LOCATION

Over is a popular and well-served village situated around ten miles northwest of Cambridge and five miles from St Ives. It offers the perfect mix of village charm and modern convenience, with a good range of local amenities including a convenience store, post office, café, pub, and community centre. The village also benefits from a recreation ground, sports clubs, and scenic walks along the River Great Ouse and the surrounding countryside, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor leisure.

Transport links from Over are excellent, making it ideal for commuters. The nearby A14 gives easy access to Cambridge, Huntingdon, and the M11, while the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway runs from the neighbouring village of Swavesey, offering fast and reliable connections to Cambridge city centre, St Ives, and Addenbrooke’s Hospital. There are also regular bus services linking Over to nearby villages and towns, as well as cycle routes that connect to Cambridge and the wider area.

Families are well catered for with Over Primary School located in the village and rated highly by Ofsted. Older students typically attend Swavesey Village College, an outstanding secondary school with a sixth form and excellent reputation.

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