2 bed semi-detached house for sale

Rooks Street, Cottenham CB24

The property is located on Rooks Street which is situated in the centre of the village close to the facilities on the High Street. The property occupies a broad plot with land to its right side offering the potential to be partitioned to create a separate building plot, subject to the nessacary permissions. There is also ample potential to extend the existing property by two storeys to the rear or side, as the adjoining house has done, or to erect a detached garden office, studio or annexe within its garden.

The property requires modernisation with the ground floor comprising a broad living room with stairs to the first floor, a kitchen, bathroom, and a second rear reception room. The first floor comprises two double bedrooms.

The rear garden has vehicular access via its own driveway to the left of the house and could be utilised for off-road parking. There is also a driveway to the right which leads to a single garage.
Location


Cottenham is one of the largest and best-served villages in South Cambridgeshire, situated approximately six miles north of Cambridge. The village enjoys excellent connectivity, with convenient access to the A14 and regular bus services linking Cottenham with Cambridge, Ely and surrounding villages. Cyclists are particularly well catered for, benefiting from largely flat, well-used routes into Cambridge via Histon and established cycle paths.

Cottenham has a thriving and welcoming community, supported by a comprehensive range of local amenities. These include independent shops, cafés, pubs and takeaways, alongside churches, a community centre, library, medical practice, dentist and pharmacy. Leisure facilities are a particular strength, with a sports centre, skate park, recreation grounds and a wide variety of clubs and societies. A full calendar of community events throughout the year contributes to the village’s lively and inclusive atmosphere.

Education provision is a key attraction for families. Cottenham Primary School is well regarded, while Cottenham Village College provides local secondary education and sixth form, and is known for its positive learning environment, strong academic performance and wide-ranging extracurricular opportunities. Additional Post-16 education is served by the nearby Impington Village College Sixth Form, which offers a broad choice of a-level and vocational courses and is easily accessible by bus and cycle routes. These excellent transport links make Cottenham a practical and popular choice for students, families and commuters alike.

EPC Rating: E