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Beautiful family home in quiet residential area, short walk from City Ctr

Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom
Rates from GBP £2000 | Weekly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From July 26, 2024 until September 1, 2024

Description

Bright, modern four-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom house convienently located near Hurst Park and Chesteron Road - an 8 minute cycle or 20 minute walk to downtown cambridge, a 10 minute drive to the M11, and a 12 minute cycle to Cambridge North train station with fast trains into London. We have front and back gardens and are located on a close (culdesack) which means minimal traffic and extra green space to enjoy. There is an attached garage with on-property and/or on-street parking. The house was remodeled in 2014 and boasts an open floor plan with hardwood floors, skylights and a creative, modern aesthetic. Ground Floor: The entry way has space for jackets and shoes and enters into a transition space with a half bath. The kitchen/dining room is open floor plan with two double glazed doors that open onto the back garden, and 3 large velux skylights to let in the natural light. Adjacent to the living/dining space is a family/sitting room with a large TV, a clavinova piano, and a children's playroom which could be cleared to be an extra free space if desired. Double glazed doors open onto the back garden; a large velux skylight lets in extra light. On the other side of the dining space is a utility room with sink, washer, and dryer. The utility room opens into the garage. On the first floor are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms: Bedroom 1: South facing with a big window and carpet. Currently has 2 toddler beds and a dresser but we can remove the toddler beds if desired. Bedroom 2: North facing with a big window and hardwood floors. Currently used as a guest room with a double bed, and an office with a sit-stand eletric desk and ample closet space. Bedroom 3: North facing with a big window and hardwood floors and throw rug. Single bed, chest of drawers & small bookshelf. Bedroom 4: Master bedroom with lofted celing, skylights, and hardwood floor. Walk-in closet and en suite bathroom with shower and toilet. Bathroom 2: South facing with large, opaque window. Shower, bath, tiled floors. Front Garden & Driveway: Southfacing onto the Close. Flower beds and driveway suitable for a small car; on street parking also available for free. Rear Garden: Flagstone patio; flower beds; 2 apple trees and a winter-blooming cherry tree; rockery. Small garden shed; garden furniture includes teak table, couch with cushions, trampoline (can be removed). The house is fully furnished with scandinavian/modern/unique finds. We would leave the kitchen fully furnished as well, including microwave and nespresso coffee maker.

Bedrooms
4

Bathrooms
3

Offices
1

Size
150 m2

Suited For
5

Property Type
House

Availability

From July 26, 2024 until September 1, 2024

Minimum Stay

5 Days

Comments: The house is only available during this period. Within this period we'd prefer a minum stay of one week, but we can be somewhat flexible.

Location

House in Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom

Closest University

University of Cambridge

Nearby Universities
Anglia Ruskin University Language Centre | ARU College | University of Oxford | King's College London | University College London | Imperial College London | INSEAD | Norwich University of the Arts | City College Norwich
Neighborhood

Chesteron

Nearby Cities

London | Norwich | Oxford

Comments: Cambridge is an epicenter of culture, education, and natural beauty. In addition to wonderful shows, food, and activities, where are direct trains to London (55 minutes).

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Near Park
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from GBP £2000 Weekly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: Negotiable rate for stays longer than one week.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with mail and deliveries

It would be helpful if you collect the mail. We would not expect deliveries while we are gone.

I may need help with plants or garden

Indoor and outdoor plants need watering; it would be helpful if you could let the gardener through once or twice.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Baby Furniture

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

TV

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Fireplace

Security

Security System

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Creative

Piano

Comments: We have a fully furnished house with four bedrooms: two rooms with double beds, one of which also serves as an office. We have two bedrooms currently fit for children, one with a single bed and one with two toddler beds, which could be removed.

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