4 Bedroom Detached House, 7 The Stables, Rook Street, Cottenham CB248QZ

The entrance hall features stairs rising to a striking double-storey galleried landing and provides access to the ground-floor accommodation, including a generously sized sitting room with dual-aspect windows that allow for plenty of natural light.

A separate dining room offers ample space for a family-sized dining table and chairs, making it ideal for entertaining. The open-plan kitchen/breakfast room provides an excellent space for everyday living and meal preparation, fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units, space for appliances, and room for a breakfast table. French doors open directly onto the private rear garden. In addition, the property benefits from a separate utility room and a convenient ground-floor WC.

The first floor comprises four well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom together with a family bathroom.

Outside and Parking

The property is situated in a quiet and attractive position within this highly sought-after village, just a short walk from the vibrant village centre. Set back from the road behind a small front garden, the home also enjoys an enclosed courtyard-style rear garden. Designed for low maintenance, the paved garden includes established planting that adds colour and greenery.

A gated rear access leads to a private parking space, with an additional allocated space located within a carport that forms part of The Stables development.

LOCATION

Cottenham is one of the largest and best-served villages in South Cambridgeshire, situated approximately six miles north of Cambridge. The village enjoys excellent connectivity, with convenient access to the A14 and regular bus services linking Cottenham with Cambridge, Ely and surrounding villages. Cyclists are particularly well catered for, benefiting from largely flat, well-used routes into Cambridge via Histon and established cycle paths.

Cottenham has a thriving and welcoming community, supported by a comprehensive range of local amenities. These include independent shops, cafés, pubs and takeaways, alongside churches, a community centre, library, medical practice, dentist and pharmacy. Leisure facilities are a particular strength, with a sports centre, skate park, recreation grounds and a wide variety of clubs and societies. A full calendar of community events throughout the year contributes to the village’s lively and inclusive atmosphere.

Education provision is a key attraction for families. Cottenham Primary School is well regarded, while Cottenham Village College provides local secondary education and sixth form, and is known for its positive learning environment, strong academic performance and wide-ranging extracurricular opportunities. Additional Post-16 education is served by the nearby Impington Village College Sixth Form, which offers a broad choice of A-level and vocational courses and is easily accessible by bus and cycle routes. These excellent transport links make Cottenham a practical and popular choice for students, families and commuters alike.