3 bed detached house for sale

Brookfield Drive, Longstanton CB24

This chain free, 3-4 bedroomed property is entered via a spacious reception hall, incorporating a large understairs storage cupboard, with stairs rising to an impressive galleried landing. The principal living room extends the full depth of the house and is particularly well-proportioned, featuring a large south-facing picture window to the front, an open working fireplace with marble hearth and surround with sliding double doors opening onto the rear garden. A second reception room, currently utilised as a home office, offers excellent flexibility and could equally serve as a dining room, family room or ground-floor bedroom. The open-plan kitchen/dining room measures 7.6m x 3.1m and provides a generous dining area alongside a well-appointed fitted kitchen, with ample space for appliances. The room enjoys views of the garden and benefits from direct access to the outside. A conveniently positioned modern cloakroom with a WC completes the ground-floor accommodation.

On the first floor, the spacious galleried landing includes a double airing cupboard and a large window overlooking mature trees in this established, quiet close. There are three substantial double bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes and eaves storage cupboards. The principal bedroom is fitted with an extensive range of built-in wardrobes providing shelving and hanging space, and is served by a modern, fully tiled en suite bathroom with a three-piece suite including a bath. A further generous double bedroom also benefits from built-in wardrobes, while the third large double bedroom, positioned to the front of the property, again includes built-in wardrobes. A modern fitted, fully tiled, family bathroom complete with a four-piece suite, including a separate shower.
Outside and parking


The property is situated just off the High Street, within comfortable walking distance of a wide range of shops and village amenities. The setting is a private cul-de-sac comprising just seven individual detached four/five-bedroom homes, each occupying generous, mature plots with established trees providing privacy and an attractive outlook. A private driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles, with potential for additional parking if required. The property also benefits from an integral double garage measuring 5.6m x 5.46m, incorporating a utility area and housing the gas boiler, with the purpose of accommodating two vehicles. Subject to the usual consents, the garage offers potential for conversion to additional accommodation. The garden wraps around the property and is enclosed by fencing. It is laid predominantly to lawn with well-established planting and includes a paved terrace providing an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining.
Location


Longstanton is a well-connected and fast-growing village located directly on the Guided Busway, providing exceptional access to Cambridge and St Ives. Its position near the A14 offers additional convenience for road commuters. The Busway cycle path - a fully segregated, traffic-free route - is extremely popular with cyclists, connecting Longstanton safely to Cambridge, St Ives and the new town of Northstowe.

The village has expanded significantly in recent years, offering a blend of traditional homes and modern developments. Amenities include a Co-op, cafés, takeaway, medical centre, pharmacy, hairdressers, golf course, sports fields, village hall and church. Nearby Northstowe enhances local facilities further with new retail, community spaces, sports pitches and upcoming leisure developments.

Hatton Park Primary School serves Longstanton and is well regarded (Ofsted Good). Secondary education is provided by Northstowe Secondary College (Ofsted Good) or Swavesey Village College (Ofsted Outstanding). The Guided Busway’s cycle path makes school travel particularly safe and convenient for older students.

EPC Rating: D

Garden

Large wrap around gardens front and back.

Parking - Double Garage

Parking - Driveway

Multi car driveway.