Pretoria Road

Features

Description

Positioned on the ever charming Pretoria Road within the highly desirable De Freville area of Chesterton, Cambridge, is this semi-detached Edwardian family home. Pretoria Road is just a short walk from the River Cam and Midsummer Common, reached by the historical Fort St George footbridge. Although modernised in part, this wonderful home still retains the original Edwardian layout and many of its period features.

As you approach the property, the front garden is enclosed by a low brick wall, topped with a quarry-tiled path leading to the front door and porch, surrounded by a variety of established plants and shrubs. A side passageway provides access to the rear garden—perfect for storing bikes, bins, and buggies.

Upon entry, you are welcomed into a bright and inviting hallway showcasing original features, including stripped and varnished floorboards, decorative leaded glass, intricate cornicing, and an archway with beautiful plaster corbels.

The front living room is an impressive space, filled with natural light from the double-glazed windows in the Bath stone bay. A working period fireplace with tiled slips, hearth, and an ornate mantel serves as a stunning focal point. What was originally the formal dining room is now configured as a cozy TV room or snug.

At the rear of the property, there’s a breakfast or dining room leading to the kitchen, pantry, rear hallway, utility room, and downstairs WC with underfloor heating. There is direct access to the rear garden from the breakfast room. 

The first floor features a split-level landing with additional period features, including exposed floorboards and a dado rail. The master bedroom spans the front of the house, featuring double-glazed sash windows and a charming cast-iron fireplace. The second and third bedrooms are both generously sized, with one of these bedrooms also showcasing a cast-iron fireplace and exposed floorboards.

On this floor, there is also a well-appointed bathroom with a separate shower, as well as a WC and underfloor heating. The bathroom features a freestanding roll-top bath, adding a touch of timeless elegance.

The rear garden is mostly lawn, extending to approximately 65 feet and is bordered by timber fencing.

The current owners have installed solar panels, providing an eco-friendly energy solution that can help reduce utility costs and improves the property's overall energy efficiency.

This family home is enviably located just north of the River Cam and Midsummer Common, and is less than one mile from Cambridge's bustling city centre, whilst being tucked away in one of the city's most popular and peaceful residential areas. 

There are plenty of amenities close by including the Fort St George and Old Spring pubs; restaurants, including two with Michelin stars; the ever popular Stir café; and local convenience shops. The catchment area schools are the very well-regarded Milton Road Primary School and Chesterton Community College, which was last rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted. 

For those commuting to London King's Cross from Cambridge station, the journey can take under 50 minutes. 

Additional information:

Local Authority: Cambridge City Council

Council Tax Band: F

Services: Mains water and sewage, mains electricity, mains gas

Internet speed: Full fibre up to 1Gbps