Welcome to Sunset Cottage, an impressive and deceptively spacious detached family home situated on Station Road in Meldreth, within a few minutes’ walk of Meldreth railway station.
KEY FEATURES
• Deceptively spacious detached family home
• Four well-proportioned bedrooms
• Two separate reception rooms
• Bright and versatile conservatory
• Double glazing throughout
• Gas-fired central heating
• Front and rear gardens
• Off-road parking
• EPC Rating: D
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS HOME
The property offers well-proportioned and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, with generous room proportions and a thoughtfully considered layout. The scale and flexibility of the accommodation are best appreciated through an internal inspection, and early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this impressive property has to offer.
The ground floor offers an entrance door which opens into a welcoming reception hall, featuring a double-glazed window to the front elevation, stairs rising to the first floor, tiled flooring and a radiator. Panelled internal doors lead through to the principal reception rooms, including the particularly spacious dual-aspect sitting room, which benefits from excellent natural light provided by two double-glazed windows to the front. French doors open directly onto the rear garden, while further double doors lead into the conservatory, creating a versatile arrangement ideal for both everyday family living and entertaining. The sitting room is further enhanced by' recessed spotlighting, with a number of separate lighting combinations. Stylish electric fire. From the reception hall, the dining room provides a separate and well-proportioned space for formal dining. Tiled flooring, and three pendant light fittings complete the room, with an opening leading through to the adjoining accommodation. There is a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room offering a comprehensively fitted with an attractive range of wall and base cabinetry, incorporating generous storage and complemented by matching veneered, roll-edged work surfaces. A breakfast bar with glazed display shelving provides a practical and sociable space. The kitchen is well equipped with a Smeg range cooker with gas hob and electric ovens, extractor hood. Room for a dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer and space for built in microwaves.
A stainless-steel one-and-a-half bowl sink with Monobloc mixer tap is positioned beneath a double-glazed window, while a door provides access to the enclosed rear garden. The room is finished with attractive wood-effect flooring and benefits from a Ideal Logic Max Combi C35 boiler (replaced in 2021). A dual-aspect double-glazed conservatory provides an additional versatile reception space and enjoys views over the enclosed gardens.
The first floor provides four well-proportioned bedrooms, with two rooms benefiting from fitted wardrobes. The principle bedroom enjoys the added benefit of an en suite shower room. A generously proportioned family bathroom completes the accommodation and is fitted with a freestanding roll-top bath, separate shower enclosure, low-level WC and hand wash basin. The room is finished with predominantly neutral wall tiling and tiled mosaic-effect flooring, with a rear aspect providing an attractive outlook and good natural light.
A GARDEN MADE FOR ENJOYING
Outside, the property is approached via a front garden which has a block paved driveway and shingled area for easy maintenance and enclosed by hedging and adding to the kerb appeal. A private driveway provides off-road parking for up to three vehicles, with external lighting and gated access to the rear.
The rear garden enjoys a desirable easterly aspect and has been thoughtfully landscaped to provide a combination of areas for entertaining and relaxation. A generous paved terrace extends onto an area of lawn, with mature hedging and established evergreen planting providing a good degree of privacy. The garden is enclosed by fencing to both sides and further benefits patio area, vine covered raised decking and pergola , ideal for alfresco dining or enjoying the garden during the warmer months. Additional features include courtesy lighting and a useful timber storage shed. Ample room for the children to play, whilst relaxing with family and friends.
THE VILLAGE
Meldreth is a well-established village and civil parish in South Cambridgeshire, situated approximately 10 miles south-west of Cambridge and close to the market town of Royston. With its attractive village setting, excellent transport connections and range of local amenities, Meldreth is a popular choice for both families and commuters.
The village has a long and interesting history, with origins dating back to Saxon times and a reference in the Domesday Book of 1086. Its name is thought to derive from the meaning “mill stream”, reflecting the area’s historic association with watermills.
Meldreth is home to the historic Holy Trinity Church, together with a range of useful village amenities including a primary school, British Queen PH, village hall and a variety of community activities. The village also benefits from its own railway station, providing services towards both Cambridge and London, making it particularly convenient for commuters. Cambridge South is just 13 minutes by train which makes an easy commute for anyone working on the biomedical campus or at Addenbrookes Hospital.
The combination of historic character, community facilities and excellent transport links makes Meldreth an appealing village in which to live, while remaining within easy reach of Cambridge and Royston.
Further Information
EPC: 66 D Potential 87 B
Council Tax: E South Cambs District Council
Services: Mains Water, Gas and Electric
Agents Notes: In recent years the vendor replaced the dishwasher, washing machine and the microwaves. These can be discussed with potential buyers as a separate negotiation.
“Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.”
