St. Barnabas Road, Cambridge, CB1

Beautiful semi-detached Victorian home

Description

This exceptional Victorian semi-detached house blends classic charm with contemporary elegance to create an exceptional home, situated on a popular road just 0.4 miles away from Cambridge station which provides regular services to London and Stansted airports.. It features a distinctive double-fronted square bay and is approached via a gravel driveway offering off street parking behind a privet hedge.

Upon entering through a panelled front door you are welcomed into a charming vestibule with views beyond the hall to the kitchen and garden beyond. To the left, the impressive square bay-fronted drawing room is filled with natural light through large sash windows, enhanced by original stained-glass panels, high ceilings with ornate cornicing and a woodburning stove with a wooden surround. This welcoming room is further enriched with bookshelves and storage on either side of the fire place. Beyond, there is a second reception room with garden access via French doors, picture rails, cornicing, and a feature fireplace with a painted wooden surround, making it perfect for relaxed family living or entertaining.

The heart of the home is the striking open-plan kitchen and dining area, which has been designed with both style and functionality in mind. The bespoke kitchen features sleek cabinetry, integrated appliances, and a central island, while the adjoining dining space benefits from a stunning vaulted ceiling with skylights and large glazed bifold doors leading to the garden. The ground floor is completed by a WC and access to the basement, which includes a useful utility room and storage space.

The first floor offers well-appointed bedroom accommodation, with three generously sized bedrooms, including a principal suite that spans the full width of the house. The second bedroom benefits from built in storage and an en suite shower room. A modern family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms. The second floor features a further double bedroom alongside an additional office space, which could be used as a fifth bedroom if required. This floor also benefits from a useful storage area.

Externally, the beautifully landscaped rear garden is designed for ease of maintenance, featuring a paved terrace ideal for entertaining and well-stocked borders. The gardens can be accessed by the side of the house from the front or through the house.

Location

St Barnabas Road is conveniently located just half a mile from Cambridge railway station, providing access to London and other major cities. There are also several bus stops with routes to Newmarket, Haverhill and Royston.

St Barnabas Road is situated within close proximity to a range of local amenities, including shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. The area is known for its excellent selection of independent shops and boutiques, as well as larger retail outlets including The Grand Arcade and Grafton Centre shopping malls, and the busy daily market in Cambridge city centre.

The street is surrounded by several green spaces, including Parker's Piece and Midsummer Common, which are both popular spots for outdoor activities and events.

The area is also home to several excellent schools, including independent schools such as The Perse, St Faith’s, The Leys and sixth form colleges Hills and Long Road. St Barnabas Road falls into the catchment area for St Pauls CofE VA Primary School and Parkside Community college.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,536 sq ft