£735,000
(£319/sq. ft)
4 bed detached house for saleMill Lane, Fordham CB7
4 beds
4 baths
2 receptions
2,303 sq. ft
EPC Rating: C
About this property
Four generous double bedrooms, all with ensuite bath/shower rooms
Exceptional architect-designed detached family residence
Individually built by the current owner in 2013 to an outstanding standard
Positioned behind electric gates down a long private driveway
Luxurious principal suite with walk-in dressing room and four-piece ensuite
Stunning contemporary kitchen/dining room with central island and integrated appliances
Spacious living room with inglenook-style fireplace and log-burning stove
Separate utility room, ground floor WC and oversized double garage with electric roller door
Ample off-road parking and private rear garden ideal for entertaining
Excellent village location within walking distance of schools, shops and local amenities
Upon entering, the stylish and sophisticated entrance hallway immediately sets the tone for the quality and finish found throughout the home. The ground floor accommodation has been thoughtfully designed for modern family living and comprises a welcoming living room featuring an impressive inglenook-style fireplace with inset log-burning stove and French doors opening directly onto the private rear garden.
The kitchen truly forms the centerpiece of the home, beautifully appointed with a matching range of modern wall and base units incorporating roll-top work surfaces, integrated appliances and a substantial central island providing additional seating and storage. Further French doors to the rear aspect allow an abundance of natural light whilst creating an ideal indoor-outdoor entertaining space. The ground floor further benefits from a separate utility room, cloakroom/WC and an oversized double garage complete with electric roller door.
The first floor accommodation is equally impressive and uniquely arranged, centered around a spacious landing area currently utilised as an additional family living space for the children. There are four generously proportioned double bedrooms, all enjoying their own ensuite bath or shower facilities. The outstanding principal suite boasts a substantial walk-in dressing room alongside a luxurious four-piece ensuite bathroom complete with colour-changing mood lighting. The remaining three double bedrooms are similarly well-sized and each complemented by stylish matching ensuite shower rooms.
Externally, the property enjoys excellent privacy with ample off-road parking to the front aspect in addition to the double garage with x2 roller doors. The rear garden offers a private and secure setting ideal for families and entertaining alike. Furthermore, the sizeable loft space presents exciting potential for conversion, subject to the relevant planning permissions and building regulations.
Outside, the property is well-maintained, the rear garden is mainly laid to lawn . The driveway offers ample parking arrangements for multiple cars to park off road via electric gates.
A rare opportunity to acquire a truly individual and impeccably presented family home in one of the area’s most sought-after villages.
Location
Fordham is a popular village located between the historic horse racing town of Newmarket just 5 miles, and the cathedral city Ely around 9 miles away. The university city of Cambridge some 17 miles away is easily accessible via the A14 which interconnects to the M11 motorway to London and the A11 to the east. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is just under 18 miles.
Ely benefits from a mainline rail station with connection to Cambridge in approximately 17 minutes, there is also 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 40 minutes away.
Village Information
Fordham is a desirable village with a very active community. The recreation ground has a play area and hosts a range of activities and clubs such as football, tennis, cricket and bowls. There is a splendid Grade I listed church with the earliest parts of the building dating from the 12th century. There are several footpaths within the village and a cycle route which connects with Fordham with Soham. A bus route connects to Ely, Newmarket, Soham and Cambridge with an hourly service Monday to Saturday.
Facilities
Fordham offers a great range of local amenities including highly regarded primary school, Michelin featured restaurant The White Pheasant, Co-op, petrol station, two garden centres, family butchers, church and two public houses, The Crown and The Chequers.
The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a further 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.
Ely, home to a world-famous 900-year-old Cathedral, lies on the River Great Ouse and offers another good range of shopping facilities within the centre including a market which takes place on both Thursdays and Saturdays. There are a number of sporting facilities such as an 18 hole golf course and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool/gymnasium.
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: C
Parking - Double Garage
Parking - Secure Gated
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