4 Bedroom Detached House, Oxford Street, Exning, CB8

Presenting an exceptional opportunity to acquire a potentially stunning residence, this 4-bedroom detached house is set in a prime central village location, boasting a plethora of desirable features. The property offers four generously proportioned bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefitting from an ensuite bathroom. The highlight of the home is the large open plan living/dining room adorned with a charming log burning stove, ideal for cosy nights in. The modern country-style kitchen/breakfast room provides ample space for culinary delights.

Further enhancing the property's appeal is a gated private driveway with ample parking and a garage. A generous walled rear garden provides a peaceful retreat, completing the outdoor space. Additionally, the ground floor features a flexible space that can serve as a home office or an additional bedroom.

Benefitting from its proximity to outstanding local schools and an array of local amenities, this residence offers the potential to extend (STPP), making it a rare find for discerning buyers seeking a harmonious blend of comfort and convenience.

Location
Exning is located on the Cambridge/Suffolk border and is just 2 miles away from the historic horse racing town of Newmarket and the thriving village of Burwell. The university city of Cambridge some 13 miles away is easily accessible with excellent access to the A14 which interconnects to the M11 motorway to London and the A11 to the east. The market town of Bury St Edmunds is approximately 15 miles away.

For commuters there is a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London, with Cambridge North Station and the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 35 miles away.

Village Information
Being near Newmarket, the headquarters of horse racing in England, there are many equine connections including several Stud Farms and the National Equine Hospital.

A spring at Exning was named St Wendreda's Well, and a local legend had it that the seventh century Saint Wendreda used its water for healing. Newmarket jockeys used to take horses there to drink before a race. Local lore reputes Exning to have been the capital of the Iceni tribe and therefore home of Queen Boadicea (Boudicca) who defeated the Romans. She appears on the village sign.

The village has several beautiful countryside walks, including one which takes you onto Newmarket Racecourse (allowed from 13:30).

Facilities
The village offers a good range of local amenities including primary school with excellent Ofsted rating, 3 public houses, The White Swann, Wheatsheaf and White Horse offering a range of dining options. There is also a post office, hairdresser's, and other shops. Local doctors surgery and many other facilities are in Burwell, just a 2 minute drive away.

The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a good range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, and leisure facilities including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club. Renowned globally for thoroughbred horses and boasting two separate racetracks with quality horses competing throughout the season.