3 Bedroom Detached House, Oxford Street, Exning, CB8

An exciting opportunity to acquire a charming three-bedroom detached cottage in the heart of the sought-after village of Exning, set along Oxford Street, now benefitting from approved planning permission for a substantial two-storey extension.

The approved plans will transform the property into a spacious and modern family home, to include a large kitchen/breakfast room, separate dining room, and utility area to the ground floor, along with a principal bedroom featuring an en suite. Once completed, the first floor will offer three bedrooms and two bathrooms, creating a well-balanced and highly desirable layout.

Full of character and potential, the existing property already provides generous accommodation, comprising a living and dining space, kitchen, bathroom, and a detached utility room. Upstairs, a bright landing leads to three well-proportioned bedrooms. The home is further enhanced by fantastic-size front and rear gardens, offering excellent outdoor space and scope for further improvement.

Ideally suited to families, the property is located close to highly regarded local schools and enjoys a peaceful village setting while remaining well connected.

Offered with no onward chain, the purchase process is expected to be smooth and straightforward.

The property is conveniently positioned for excellent transport links, with nearby train stations in Newmarket and Soham providing access to Cambridge, Ely, Bury St Edmunds, and London. Road connections are also strong, with the A14, A11, and M11 all within easy reach.

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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.