1 George Street, Huntingdon
Cambridgeshire, PE29 3AD
A delightful detached period home with a modern extension, sited in a sought after road within the picturesque village of Houghton, just a short stroll from the village.
Rosemallow is sited in a lovely conservation area within Houghton, tucked on the right hand side of Chapel Lane which has a charming mix of individual homes. The local primary school is a short walk away with a path at the end of the lane leading through countryside and river walks, the mill as well as the renowned national trust tea room.
The property has an aesthetically pleasing mix of white render and brick elevations with block paved parking to the front.
The accommodation is a charming mix of country cottage styling with a contemporary, sympathetically done, extension to the rear with vaulted ceilings and timber A frames. An ideal room to socialise, entertain or enjoy with the family the kitchen / dining room has a central island and doors into the garden and seating area.
A large living room with a central multi-fuel burner and a separate snug provide functional reception space with a utility room and a useful downstairs shower room completing the downstairs accommodation.
On the first floor there are three double bedrooms, flooded with natural light through large, sash style, windows. A large cupboard/small study space could possibly be enlarged into a bedroom to create a fourth bedroom, subject to requirements.
Situated on a plot of 0.12 acres, the rear garden is well landscaped with a patio seating area to the side presenting a great space to entertain and spend time with family.
For the commuters Huntingdon train station with fast lines to Kings Cross is just an 11 minute drive away with Cambridge a 37 minute drive away.
The Gross Internal Floor Area is approximately 1,587 sq.ft / 147.5sq.metres.
A lovely entrance with stairs rising to the first floor, parquet flooring and a tasteful two tone colour scheme. The hallway leads through to the rear of the property with a door to the side and plenty of space for coats and shoes.
A cosy room with a central fireplace, bookcases to either side, and a sash style window to the front.
This well proportioned living room has a sash style window to the front, windows to the side and French doors to the rear garden. The focal point of the room is an inset multi-fuel burner with a stone surround and granite hearth.
The property opens up to the rear into a spacious kitchen / dining room fitted with a range of cupboard units, stone worktop and central island, great for socialising or family time, with French doors opening out onto the patio seating area with views down the garden. There is space for a range style cooker with extractor over, integral microwave, dishwasher and sink with drainer as well as space for a fridge / freezer. The room allows plenty of space for a dining table with a lovely light and airy feel due to a part vaulted ceiling and feature timber A frames.
A useful downstairs shower room fitted with a three piece suite comprising shower cubicle with a rainfall shower head and separate shower attachment, wash hand basin and a close coupled WC. The flooring and part walls are tiled, there is a heated towel rail and a useful storage cupboard.
Providing functionality the utility room is fitted with cupboard units and a worktop space with a sink and drainer, space for a fridge freezer, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. The gas fired boiler is sited in the corner.
Serving the first floor accommodation and access to the loft.
A spacious double bedroom with a lovely sash style window to the front and further window to the side, enjoying the morning to evening sun.
A double bedroom with a sash style window to the front.
A sunny, dual aspect, double bedroom with exposed wooden floorboards.
A small study or store with a window to the front. With some configuration, there is potential for a fourth bedroom to be created.
The contemporary bathroom is fitted with a four piece suite comprising panelled bath, shower cubicle, close coupled WC and wash hand basin with an obscure sash style window to the rear. There is a heated towel rail, extractor fan and tiled flooring.
The Property is tucked on the right hand side of Chapel Lane as you enter with block paved frontage.
Side access leads to the rear garden which enjoys the evening sun through a westerly facing orientation. Two patio areas with timber trellising frame the extended kitchen, great for entertaining or keeping an eye on children whist cooking.
The main garden enjoys a fair degree of privacy, enclosed by timber fencing, mature shrub and flower borders. A timber shed provides storage, there is an external cold water tap and vegetable plot area.
The Property is heated by gas fired central heating and served via mains drainage water and electricity.
Houghton and its adjacent twin village of Wyton, are situated on the north bank of the River Great Ouse between Huntingdon and St Ives. Local facilities include a highly regarded primary school, public houses, general store/post office, antique shop, boutique Art Gallery, church, Huntingdon Garden and Leisure Centre, marina and the National Trust run Houghton Mill. There are also many delightful walks, cycle rides and bridle paths. A wide range of shops and schools are available in the nearby towns of Huntingdon and St Ives.
For the commuter, the A14 is within about 4 miles providing access to Cambridge to the south-east, Peterborough, via the A1 to the north and the M1 and M6 to the west. Huntingdon's Mainline Railway Station provides a fast service to London's King's Cross in about 47 minutes. There is also a guided bus service which runs between Huntingdon and Cambridge with a bus stop at Houghton
These particulars whilst believed to be correct at time of publishing should be used as a guide only. The measurements taken are approximate and supplied as a general guidance to the dimensions, exact measurements should be taken before any furniture or fixtures are purchased. Please note that Oliver James Property Sales and Lettings has not tested the services or any of the appliances at the property and as such we recommend that any interested parties arrange their own survey prior to completing a purchase.
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