3 Bed Detached House, Single Let, Cambridge, CB24 4QG £600,000
Property History
Listed for £600,000
July 15, 2025
Floor Plans
Description
- THE OLD COTTAGE is an EXCEPTIONAL 1,595 SQ FT, THREE DOUBLE BEDROOM, THREE BATHROOM ‘ECO HOUSE’ MASTERPIECE, METICULOUSLY CRAFTED by the current owner. +
- NESTLED down a TRANQUIL PRIVATE ROAD shared by just TWO HOMES +
- Included with the property is a 0.50 of an ACRE (sts) PADDOCK which is situated at the entrance to the property +
- PRIVATE SOUTH FACING REAR GARDEN +
- GATED ACCESS into an EXPANSIVE DRIVEWAY with parking available for a vast number of vehicles +
- SUPERIOR INSULATION, AIRTIGHT CONSTRUCTION and HIGH PERFORMANCE WINDOWS ensure MINIMAL ENERGY USE for HEATING and COOLING, maintaining a cozy indoor environment year round +
- Equipped with SOLAR PANELS, an AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP, WOOD BURNER and AIR CONDITIONING, this home is a BEACON of GREEN INNOVATION +
- The nearest guided busway stop to Market Street in Swavesey is the Swavesey Busway stop located a short walk from the property on Station Road, part of the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway +
- Families will appreciate being within walking distance (just under half a mile) of the Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ SWAVESEY VILLAGE COLLEGE +
- Step outside your front door and INTO NATURE – a 4.3 mile CIRCULAR WALK begins at the entrance, meandering through nearby ORCHARDS, a TRANQUIL SPRING FLOWER DELL & looping back along the SERENE +
NESTLED down a TRANQUIL PRIVATE ROAD shared by just TWO HOMES, 'THE OLD COACH HOUSE' is an EXCEPTIONAL THREE DOUBLE BEDROOM, THREE BATHROOM ‘ECO HOUSE’ MASTERPIECE, METICULOUSLY CRAFTED by the current owner. Spanning 1,595 sq ft of thoughtfully designed LIVING SPACE, this HIGHLY ENERGY EFFICIENT home redefines MODERN COUNTRYSIDE LIVING, blending CUTTING EDGE ECO-TECHNOLOGY with TIMELESS CHARM.
DESIGNED to the renowned PASSIVE HOUSE STANDARD in 2000, The Old Coach house prioritises sustainability without compromising comfort. SUPERIOR INSULATION, AIRTIGHT CONSTRUCTION and HIGH PERFORMANCE WINDOWS ensure MINIMAL ENERGY USE for HEATING and COOLING, maintaining a cozy indoor environment year round. Equipped with SOLAR PANELS, an AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP, WOOD BURNER and AIR CONDITIONING, this home is a BEACON of GREEN INNOVATION, offering both environmental responsibility and luxurious practicality.
Included with the property is a 0.50 of an ACRE (sts) PADDOCK which is situated at the entrance to the property. The Old Cottage is enveloped by the BREATHTAKING CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTRYSIDE, offering UNPARALLELED PRIVACY and NATURAL BEAUTY. Step outside and immerse yourself in nature with a scenic 4.3 MILE CIRCULAR WALK starting at your doorstep. Wander through VIBRANT ORCHARDS, PEACEFUL SPRING FLOWER DELL and along the SERENE RIVER GREAT OUSE, making this property a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.
Despite its IDYLLIC RURAL SETTING, The Old Coach house offers EXCELLENT CONNECTIVITY. The SWAVESEY BUS STOP part of the CAMBRIDGESHIRE GUIDED BUSWAY is just a short walk away on Station Road, providing DIRECT and CONVENIENT ACCESS to CAMBRIDGE for COMMUTERS. Families will also benefit from being within SHORT WALKING DISTANCE (under half a mile) of the OFSTED RATED 'OUTSTANDING' SWAVESEY VILLAGE COLLEGE', ensuring TOP TIER EDUCATION is right on your doorstep.
GUIDE PRICE of £600,000 to £625,000
PROPERTY MEASUREMENTS
KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING ROOM - 10.35m x 4.60m
UTILITY ROOM - 3.85m x 2.09m
STUDY/FAMILY ROOM - 4.74m x 2.68m
MASTER BEDROOM - 4.57m x 2.84m
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM - 1.84m x 1.77m
BEDROOM TWO - 3.24m x 3.22m
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM - 2.39m x 1.68m
BEDROOM THREE - 3.33m x 3.08m
BATHROOM - 2.60m x 1.42m
OUTSIDE STORAGE - 2.88m x 2.24m
ABOUT SWAVESEY
Swavesey is a highly sought-after village located approximately 9 miles northwest of Cambridge. Exceptionally well connected, it offers convenient access to the A14 and M11, making it ideal for commuters heading to Cambridge city centre, Addenbrooke’s Hospital Campus, and the region’s major science and business parks.
The Cambridgeshire Guided Busway runs through the village, providing fast and reliable transport links to Cambridge North Station, the city centre, St Ives, and several nearby villages and recreational areas along the route.
Swavesey boasts a strong sense of community and a wide range of local amenities, including village shops, a café, hairdressers, a church, a village hall, and the popular White Horse public house. For families, both the primary school and Swavesey Village College have been consistently rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted.
Nature lovers will appreciate the wealth of countryside walks, including access to the RSPB nature reserve and lakes, offering scenic routes and abundant wildlife right on your doorstep.
PROPERTY DISCLAIMER
To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, HIPLA, who will contact you directly. They will need the full name, date of birth, current address and proof of address through a form of ID and utility bill. There is a nominal charge of £50 including VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lennon James Property. Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.
1. Money Laundering Regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract. The matters referred to in these details should be independently verified by prospective buyers. Neither Lennon James or any of its employees have any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property
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