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Description

A wonderfully atmospheric Grade II listed cottage, dating from the 18th century and rich in period detail, set within mature and private gardens in the heart of the highly regarded village of Toft. The house has been carefully updated over time, blending the character features such as original exposed timbers, timeworn brick flooring and deep set windows with modern comfort.

There is a picket gate and gravel path to the front door, which leads on to the living room. This is particularly inviting reception room, arranged around a wood burning stove set within a feature fireplace. There is also a second side door from the driveway directly into the rear extension. 

At the centre of the house is the inner hall which leads on to all the ground floor rooms as well as the stairs to the first floor. The second reception room at the front of the property is equally suited to its current use as a formal dining room, or relaxed day to day use as a family room.

The kitchen is positioned at the rear of the house and has views across the rear garden. With traditional cabinetry, solid wood work surfaces and a classic butler sink and an electric oven and hob, plus space for a dishwasher. There's also a really practical separate utility room with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. There's space for a breakfast table and a rear lobby which has an external door from the driveway. This space could be used for informal family dining, or as a home office or study space.

Also on the ground floor is a modern bathroom with traditional-style sanitaryware, accessible from the inner hall. 

Upstairs, three light and bright bedrooms sit beneath the eaves, each beautifully finished with traditional plastering, exposed wooden floors and wooden casement windows. 

Outside, the house is set back from the road behind established planting, with a gravelled driveway providing parking for several vehicles. The mostly lawned west-facing rear garden is a particularly lovely feature and is framed by mature trees and borders. There is a side gate and a collection of outbuildings, including a garden store and potting shed, for useful ancillary space.

Toft is a highly regarded and picturesque village situated to the west of Cambridge, known for its strong sense of community and attractive rural surroundings. There's a village shop and Post Office; social club and cafe; as well as the Cambridge Meridien Golf Club. The village offers a peaceful setting while remaining well connected, with easy access to Cambridge city centre, the A428 and the M11.

There's a well-regarded primary school in neighbouring Comberton, along with a village pub; hair salon; and convenience shops. Comberton Village College, one of the area’s most sought-after secondary schools, is also within easy reach.

The surrounding countryside provides excellent opportunities for walking and cycling. Cambridge itself is within a short drive, providing a wide range of shopping, dining and cultural attractions. There are stations at Shepreth and Foxton for services to London; or from Cambridge and the forthcoming Cambridge South.

Additional information:

Services: Mains water, sewage and electricity. Non-mains gas.
Local Authority: South Cambridgeshire District Council
Council Tax Band: C
EPC Rating: E
Tenure: Freehold
Internet speed: FTTC options offering average speed of 67 Mbps