- Ample off road parking +
- Single garage +
- Three double sized bedrooms +
- Situated Within Walking Distance Of Schools & Amenities +
- Potential To Extend (STPP) +
- Enclosed Gardens Backing On To The Jockey Club's Private Land With Direct Access During Permitted Hours +
- Privately enclosed rear garden +
- Updating Required Throughout +
Hockeys are pleased to offer for sale this three-bedroom semi-detached home, perfectly situated in the highly desirable town of Newmarket. Ideally positioned within walking distance of local amenities, the property enjoys a superb outlook backing onto the Jockey Club’s private training track, with permitted access during designated hours. Offering excellent potential to add value, the home features an open-plan lounge/dining room, a separate kitchen, three bedrooms, a family bathroom, a generous rear garden, garage, and secure driveway parking for multiple vehicles. While some modernisation is required, there is significant scope to improve and extend (STPP).
The property benefits from a pleasant frontage with a well-maintained lawn, bordered by mature hedgerows and trees, providing privacy and kerb appeal, as well as convenient access to the garage and off-road parking.
Inside, the hallway is bright and welcoming, featuring built-in storage and stairs leading to the first floor. Doors provide access to the main living areas.
The kitchen is a good size with dual-aspect natural light from a window and door. It is fitted with a range of base and wall units, laminate worktops, and tiled flooring, with space for essential appliances such as an oven, washing machine, and fridge/freezer. This room could easily be redesigned or opened up into a contemporary open-plan layout.
The open-plan lounge/dining room is spacious and inviting, with dual-aspect windows and French doors opening onto the garden. Neutral décor creates a versatile living space suitable for both relaxing and entertaining.
Upstairs, the property comprises three bedrooms, all offering good storage, and a family bathroom with a bath and shower attachment, WC, and hand wash basin.
The rear garden is fully enclosed and mainly laid to lawn, with a paved patio area ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Mature planting, an established tree, and rear access to the garage enhance the space, with excellent potential for landscaping or extension (STPP).
Location
Newmarket is a small yet thriving market town, rich in heritage and world-renowned as the historic home of British horseracing. Nestled within the picturesque Suffolk countryside, just 12 miles northeast of Cambridge, this charming town has been at the heart of equestrian excellence since the reign of King James I in the early 17th century — earning it the title
For history enthusiasts, the first recorded race meeting took place here in 1622, firmly establishing Newmarket’s place in sporting history.
Perfectly positioned between Cambridge and Bury St Edmunds, the town enjoys excellent transport connections across the region. The nearby A14, A11 and M11 provide easy access to Cambridge, Norwich and London, while Newmarket railway station offers regular services to Cambridge, Ely and Bury St Edmunds, with onward connections to London King’s Cross and Liverpool Street. Local bus routes link surrounding towns and villages, with shuttle services operating to the racecourses on major event days.
For international travel, London Stansted Airport is approximately 30 miles away (around 45 minutes by road), offering flights to destinations across Europe and beyond.
Steeped in tradition yet full of modern energy, Newmarket remains a vibrant hub for the equestrian world. It is home to over 3,500 racehorses, more than 60 training stables, and two iconic racecourses — the Rowley Mile and the July Course. The town also houses the Jockey Club, National Stud, and National Horseracing Museum, celebrating centuries of sporting heritage and attracting visitors from around the globe.
Beyond racing, Newmarket offers a strong sense of community and a lively social calendar. Residents enjoy a variety of music events, festivals, and local celebrations throughout the year, all set against a backdrop of elegant Georgian and Victorian architecture, including numerous Grade II listed buildings. The town perfectly blends history, culture, and contemporary living — making it a truly unique place to call home.
Newmarket provides an excellent range of amenities and leisure options. The town centre features a wide choice of shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants, and hotels, alongside everyday conveniences and services.
For recreation, residents can enjoy The Severals, a popular open green space ideal for families, dog walkers and runners, as well as Newmarket Leisure Centre, which offers a swimming pool, gym and sports facilities. There is also a well-regarded golf club, catering for those who prefer spending weekends on the fairway. The Kings Theatre hosts an exciting mix of live music, theatre and community performances, adding to the town’s vibrant cultural scene.
Families benefit from a selection of highly regarded state and independent schools in and around the town, offering excellent education options for all ages.