4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Cornfields, Burwell CB25

Eligibility criteria for successful applicant:

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  A successful applicant will require a local connection to the Parish of Burwell; cascading to Swaffham Prior, Reach, Wicken, Fordham, Exning, or any adjacent parish within East Cambridgeshire. A local connection is classified as someone living or working in the area or who has close family living there (parents, siblings, children).
  
  
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  All applicants must be eligible for the shared ownership scheme. Further information can be found on the government website here. Please ensure that you familiarize yourself with the requirements of the shared ownership scheme.
  
  
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  The RICS valuation values the property at £430,000. You are welcome to advertise the property at your own valuation if you would like. Please let us know the figure that you decide to market at as all applications must pass an affordability assessment so we will need you to confirm the value before the assessment can be completed. The lender will also carry out their own valuation. Please note – if the buyer staircases additional ownership, this will be based on the RICS valuation.
  
  
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  The monthly rent is £738.77 and the monthly service charge is £51.43, totaling £790.20. The next rent review will be in April 2027.
  
  
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  The maximum percentage that someone is able to purchase is 80%. Please ensure that this is clear within your marketing.
  
  
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  There are 118 years remaining on the lease term.
  
  

Description:

A beautifully presented and exceptionally eco-conscious four-bedroom semi-detached home, offering generous and versatile accommodation, a stunning open-plan kitchen/dining space, private rear garden and purpose-built home office. Available on a 40% shared ownership basis.

This impressive family home at 37 Cornfields combines contemporary living with practical family accommodation and a wealth of thoughtful features. Incredibly eco-friendly and extremely well presented throughout, the property offers an enviable combination of space, style and versatility, making it an ideal home for modern family life.

Upon entering, a generous entrance hallway provides an excellent sense of space and access to the principal ground-floor accommodation, together with a useful ground-floor cloakroom/WC The spacious living room features a media wall and attractive feature fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space in which to relax.

The true heart of the home is the stunning open-plan kitchen/dining room, beautifully designed for both everyday family life and entertaining. The space flows naturally through to the rear garden, with cleverly positioned pergola and patio seating area creating an excellent outdoor entertaining space. The property benefits from shutters to all windows, adding both style and practicality.

Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to four generous bedrooms, all offering excellent proportions and an abundance of storage. The principal bedroom benefits from a stylish ensuite, while the remaining bedrooms are served by an immaculate family bathroom

Outside, the property continues to impress. The generous rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and enjoys a wonderful degree of privacy, providing a safe and peaceful environment for families while offering plenty of space for outdoor dining and entertaining. A large driveway provides parking for multiple vehicles and benefits from EV charging, further complementing the property's strong eco credentials.

A particularly valuable addition is the purpose-built outbuilding, currently utilised as a home office. Offering excellent versatility, this could equally provide a creative studio, hobby room, gym or additional workspace depending on the new owner's requirements.

The property is ideally positioned for access to Burwell's excellent village amenities and schooling, while the surrounding area offers a wonderful balance of village living and accessibility.

EPC Rating: B

Location

Why Burwell?
Burwell is a highly sought-after village. Why? Because it offers the best of both worlds: The peace and beauty of rural life alongside easy access to urban amenities. It also has a vibrant community and is a village that offers something for everyone. With a population of around 6,000 residents, Burwell has a rich history stretching back to Roman times. We love a fact, as you know, so here goes: The village’s name derives from Old English, meaning ‘fort by the spring’. It is believed that the Romans established a fort here, likely due to Burwell’s location near the River Cam.

There is a strong sense of community in Burwell, with the local magazine ‘Clunch’ detailing village news and upcoming events (inc. Independent food truck visits, cider festivals, etc). It is undoubtedly a village with a lot going on.

Transport Links
Despite its rural feel, Burwell is well-connected in terms of transport, making it a convenient location for commuting or exploring the region. The village of Burwell is located approximately 11 miles from the university city of Cambridge and 5 miles from the historic horse racing town of Newmarket, with regular bus service to both. For those who work or frequently travel further afield, there is convenient access to the A14, which interconnects the M11 motorway to London and the A11 to the east.

Public transport options are also available, with regular bus services linking Burwell to Cambridge, Newmarket, and Ely. The nearest railway station is in Newmarket, which can be reached in under 10 minutes, offering connections to Cambridge and London. Cambridge railway station provides even more extensive national rail links, including frequent services to London King’s Cross and London Liverpool Street, making Burwell a viable option for commuters to the capital.

Social Scene
The village boasts a well-maintained recreational ground that has a large playing field, tennis courts, children’s play equipment, a skate park, and numerous gym equipment for gym bods to enjoy. The Burwell Community Sports Centre offers a range of recreational activities such as badminton, table tennis, gymnastics, and yoga. For those interested in cricket, Burwell is home to the Burwell and Exning Cricket Club, which is highly regarded in the area and regularly hosts matches and training sessions for both adults and juniors. Maybe it is time to try something new.

For fitness enthusiasts, there are several walking and cycling paths in and around the village, allowing residents to enjoy the surrounding countryside. Burwell Lode, part of the Fens’ extensive waterway system, offers scenic walks and opportunities for birdwatching. Just a short drive away, you will also find Anglesey Abbey National Trust, which is a great day out for the whole family.

Residents of Burwell can also enjoy various local clubs and societies, including gardening, photography, and history groups, each providing opportunities for social engagement and hobbies. But if you prefer to spend time alone, the village library is a quiet space for reading, research, and educational activities.

Schools
If you are moving to Newmarket with children (or hoping to have them) and looking for schools, the village is home to Burwell Village College Primary School. This school has strong links with the local community and nearby secondary schools, ensuring a smooth transition for pupils as they move through their educational journey.

There is no secondary school in the village itself. Still, Burwell lies within the catchment for both Bottisham Village College and Soham Village College secondary schools, the latter rating as outstanding by Ofsted. Additionally, the proximity to Cambridge means that some families opt for private education, with renowned institutions such as The Leys School and The Perse School being just a short commute. There are also several preschool nurseries available to choose from. All in all, the options are pretty good for those looking to settle with a family.

Eateries and Shops
There is no denying that Burwell is one of the best-served villages in Cambridgeshire when it comes to amenities, as it offers an extensive range of facilities for the whole community. Boasting three convenience stores (including a Co-op), three public houses (The Fox, Five Bells and The Anchor – all offering excellent dining options and takeaway), butcher, bakery, post office, doctor’s surgery, pharmacy, dentist, opticians, hairdressers and barber shop, estate agents, petrol station and delightful artisan coffee shop. Sorry, the list is extensive, but we were keen to highlight that most daily necessities can be met within the village itself.

For larger shopping trips, residents can travel to nearby Newmarket, which offers a broader range of shops, supermarkets, and retail outlets. Cambridge is also just a short drive away.

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.

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