4 bed detached house for sale

Rutherford Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2

A strikingly refurbished and extended 1950s home, offering light-filled, contemporary living in a highly private and peaceful setting, situated in this desirable no-through road on the south side of the city.

City Centre 1.75 miles, Mainline Railway Station 1.75 miles, M11 (Junction 11) 2 miles, Addenbrooke's Hospital/Biomedical Campus 0.75 of a mile (distances are approximate).

Constructed in 1959,18 Rutherford Road has undergone a substantial and thoughtfully considered programme of restoration and refurbishment, transforming it into a striking, light-filled contemporary home of exceptional quality. Of particular note is the architecturally impressive rear extension, which introduces a bold modern element while remaining sympathetic to the overall design. The result is a beautifully crafted home with a refined, minimalist aesthetic, ideally suited to contemporary living. The layout has been designed to create excellent flow, with flexible and interconnected living spaces centred around a superb open-plan kitchen/breakfast/dining room, an impressive and highly sociable space.

Rutherford Road is a highly regarded residential area on the south side of the city, conveniently located approximately 1.75 miles from Cambridge city centre. The property is particularly well placed for easy access to Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Biomedical Campus, together with a number of highly regarded state and independent schools including The Perse, The Stephen Perse Foundation, St Faith’s and The Leys. Sixth Form Colleges at Hills Road and Long Road are also within easy reach.

There are excellent local amenities within a short walk or cycle, including Hobson’s Square, which provides a range of day-to-day facilities such as a supermarket, pharmacy, medical centre and café. Cambridge Leisure Park and the Hills Road sports facilities are also easily accessible, offering a wide range of recreational options. The nearby guided busway and dedicated cycle paths provide swift and convenient access to Cambridge mainline railway station (and the forthcoming Cambridge South station), as well as the city centre and Botanical Gardens. Cambridge city centre itself is readily accessible by foot, bicycle or bus, while a guided busway stop, approximately 0.25 miles away, offers links across the city and beyond.

For commuters, Cambridge railway station is approximately 1.75 miles away, offering regular services to London King’s Cross and Liverpool Street in approximately 52 and 68 minutes respectively. The M11 (Junction 11) is within about 2 miles, providing straightforward access to Stansted Airport and London.