3 bed detached bungalow for sale

Mill Close, Exning CB8

A superbly presented three-bedroom detached bungalow, ideally positioned within the highly regarded village of Exning, offering stylish and well-balanced accommodation throughout.

The property is entered via a welcoming entrance hallway, leading through to a generous, partly open-plan living and dining room, providing an excellent space for both relaxation and entertaining. The beautifully appointed kitchen features a sleek white gloss finish, complemented by an extensive range of wall and base units alongside integrated appliances, creating a modern and highly functional space. There is also a separate utility room.

All three bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned to the rear of the property, enjoying delightful views over Exning’s renowned chalk stream (the New River), and the fields beyond. The principal bedroom benefits from a well-presented en-suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a spacious and stylish family bathroom.

Externally, the property continues to impress with a well-maintained rear garden, predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by a generous patio seating area-ideal for outdoor dining and social gatherings. To the front, a driveway providing ample off-road parking and leads to an integral garage. A pretty front garden sets the tone for the rest of the property.

This exceptional bungalow combines modern living with a peaceful setting, making it an ideal home for a range of buyers.

Location

Exning is located on the Cambridge/Suffolk border and is just 2 miles away from the historic horse racing town of Newmarket and the thriving village of Burwell. The university city of Cambridge some 13 miles away is easily accessible with excellent access to the A14 which interconnects to the M11 motorway to London and the A11 to the east. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is approximately 15 miles away.

For commuters there is a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London, with Cambridge North Station and the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 35 miles away.

Village Information

Being near Newmarket, the headquarters of horse racing in England, there are many equine connections including several Stud Farms and the National Equine Hospital.

A spring at Exning was named St Wendreda’s Well, and a local legend had it that the seventh century Saint Wendreda used its water for healing. Newmarket jockeys used to take horses there to drink before a race. Local lore reputes Exning to have been the capital of the Iceni tribe and therefore home of Queen Boadicea (Boudicca) who defeated the Romans. She appears on the village sign.

The village has several beautiful countryside walks, including one which takes you onto Newmarket Racecourse (allowed from 13:30).

Facilities

The village offers a good range of local amenities including primary school with excellent Ofsted rating, 3 public houses, The White Swann, Wheatsheaf and White Horse offering a range of dining options. There is also a post office, hairdresser’s, and other shops. Local doctors surgery and many other facilities are in Burwell, just a 2 minute drive away.

The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a good range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, and leisure facilities including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club. Renowned globally for thoroughbred horses and boasting two separate racetracks with quality horses competing throughout the season.

If you live locally and feel there is any incorrect or missing information in these village guides, then please do contact us as our aim is to keep them as up to date as possible to assist buyers moving into the area.

EPC Rating: D

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