Detached bungalow for sale in The Lanes, Over CB24

This chain-free and deceptively spacious, three-bedroom bungalow is located within a quiet and central, area of this sought-after village. The property is presented in good order throughout and enjoys a wonderfully mature and private rear garden.

The spacious entrance hall includes a built-in cupboard, there are three double bedrooms, the main bedroom is ensuite and includes a range of built-in wardrobes. The second, a particularly good size double, with views over the front garden and the third, also with built-in wardrobes. A four-piece bathroom includes a separate shower.

The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units with some integrated appliances and space for a breakfast table. The rear of the property comprises a large, open-plan sitting room which extends to the dining room. Spanning the width of the property, this fantastic space also features two sets of double doors which offer the perfect view under the pergola, with an impressive Wisteria, and the beautiful garden beyond.

The front garden is laid to lawn with deep, mature shrub borders, and a driveway alongside providing off-road parking for numerous vehicles and leading to the tandem-length garage. A gated path and personal door from the garage to the garden, provide access to the establishment, well tended and generous garden. Laid mainly to lawn with extensive planting to the borders, an attractive pond with a colourful array of water-loving plants, mature trees and a greenhouse.

The popular village of Over lies approximately 10 miles (16.09 kilometres) north-west of the university city of Cambridge, providing easy access to A1 and M11. The nearest stop for the Guided Busway is just a mile away in neighbouring Swavesey; this is a direct route west to the market town of St Ives and south to the city of Cambridge, stopping at the Science Park, Train Station and Addenbrooke’s Hospital. Parallel to the Busway is a cycle path which is also popular for runners and walkers.

The community centre, located next to a sports field and children's play area holds many events such as weddings, parties and sports matches. The village green is the perfect place to watch a cricket match, walk the dog or play football.

There are two preschools, a successful primary school and Over is within the catchment for Swavesey Village College, which was rated as outstanding by Ofsted following their most recent inspection.

Along the High Street is a convenience store, village garage, a pub and hairdressers. A butcher, bakery, farm shop and Co-operative are located in the neighbouring village of Willingham, as well as an antique and new furniture sale hall with tea rooms and an outside eatery.

Wonderful walks can be enjoyed in the outlining countryside including orchards which are open to the public, the picturesque fen or along Chain Road to the River Ouse. A short walk to the rspb Ouse Fen Nature Reserve for bird watching just north of the village with parking and access to the river.

EPC Rating: D