5 bedroom detached house for sale

Set on one of Cambridgeshire’s most sought-after village lanes, this much-loved family home sits within a plot of over half an acre, enjoying a private south-facing garden. With excellent transport links placing both Cambridge and London within easy reach, it offers the perfect balance of village life and convenience.

At the heart of the home lies the open-plan kitchen and dining room, a welcoming space for family living, entertaining, or cosy meals, with French doors opening directly to the garden. The generous triple-aspect sitting room, also with doors to the rear terrace, features an open fireplace, creating a wonderful room for gatherings all year round. A separate study provides a peaceful environment for homeworking but could equally serve as a snug or playroom. The large utility room ensures day-to-day practicality, while the conservatory offers a relaxing spot to enjoy views over the garden throughout the seasons.

Upstairs, a galleried landing leads to five bedrooms and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom benefits from its own en suite and a dressing room, providing a private retreat.

Owned by the current seller since new over 40 years ago, the property has been carefully nurtured into a peaceful haven. A large sandstone terrace opens onto sweeping lawns interspersed with mature specimen trees and well-stocked borders. Beyond the kitchen garden, a gate set within a mature hedge reveals a more natural space with a pond and open countryside beyond.

This enchanting area is perfect for sparking children’s imaginations but could just as easily be incorporated into the main formal garden.

Common Lane embodies the very best of Hemingford Abbots, quiet village living with riverside walks, a highly regarded pub, and excellent connections to Cambridge, London, and beyond.

Village Information
The Hemingfords (Abbots and Grey) are situated along the banks of the River Great Ouse and are well-known as a very picturesque and sought-after Cambridgeshire village. Much of the villages are in a Conservation Area with many thatched cottages and barns and other architecturally important buildings such as the Grade I listed church with its spire being a landmark for miles around the Ouse valley.

Hemingford Abbots has excellent facilities: across the road from the “Axe & Compass” pub is the purpose-built Village Hall and playing field. The playing field with open grassland is equipped with modern children’s play equipment. The village shares many facilities with neighbouring Hemingford Grey: village shop, post office, primary school and sports pitches and the award winning “Cock” pub. Between the two villages there are a variety of clubs, societies and activities such as the annual Regatta and biennial Flower Festival.

Transport
The Hemingfords sit between the towns of Huntingdon and St Ives where a wider selection of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities are available. The newly modified A14 provides quick and easy access into Cambridge and links to the A1, M11 and the national motorway network. Huntingdon has a railway station, approx. 10 minutes’ drive away, with fast trains into London King’s Cross in approx. 50 minutes and links to the North via Peterborough whilst St Ives offers the Guided Busway service to the Cambridge Science Park and city centre.

Education
There is a good selection of primary schools including: Hemingford Grey Primary and Houghton Primary, both Ofsted rated: Good. There are also several well-regarded secondary schools in the neighbouring towns such as Hinchingbrooke school in Huntingdon and St Ivo Academy in St Ives. Independent schools in Cambridge and Kimbolton are also within easy reach.

Agents Notes
Tenure: Freehold
Year Built: 1983
EPC: TBC
Local Authority: Huntingdonshire
Council Tax Band: G


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