29 Storey's Way, Cambridge

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1 29 Storey's Way, Cambridge

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3 29 Storey's Way Cambridge, CB3 0DP An extremely rare opportunity to acquire an impressive Georgian style house designed by the highly acclaimed architect, Baillie Scott, occupying a wonderful, secluded position in this prime west city location. City Centre and M11 (Junction 13) 1 mile, Mainline Railway Station (Liverpool Street and King's Cross lines) 2 miles, Stansted Airport 28 miles (distances are approximate). Gross Internal Floor Area: 2,846 sq ft (264 sq m) Ground Floor: Reception Hall, Cloakroom, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Study, Garden Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Separate WC, Boiler Room, Storeroom. First Floor: 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bath/Shower Rooms. Stonecross Trumpington High Street Cambridge CB2 9SU t: e: bidresi@bidwells.co.uk f: bidwells.co.uk Outside: Parking for Several Cars, Detached Single Garage, Summer House, Attractive Gardens to Front and Rear. In all the property comprises 0.35 of an acre (0.143 hectares) Please read Important Notice on the floor plan page

4 Particulars of Sale

5 Particulars of Sale Situation Situated about 1 mile to the west of the heart of the city centre, Storey's Way is one of the most highly regarded roads in Cambridge and characterized by substantial houses in large gardens. It is conveniently placed for many of the colleges and University departments and is within easy walking distance of St John's College School and King's College School in nearby Grange Road and West Road. The city provides an attractive combination of ancient and modern buildings, colleges, winding lanes, excellent shopping facilities and the tree lined River Cam. It has also become a 'hightech' and 'bio-tech' hub with the University Research and Development Laboratories and internationally renowned Cambridge Science Park, within 1 mile and 2.5 miles of the property respectively. Addenbrooke's Hospital/ Biomedical Campus, planned to be one of the largest centres of health, science and medical research in the world, is about 4 miles. London commuters are also well served with a mainline railway station about 2 miles (services to King's Cross and Liverpool Street in about 52 minutes and 67 minutes respectively) and the M11 (Junction 13) is about 1 mile, providing access to Stansted Airport and the M25. Historical Note 29 Storey's Way is Grade II listed being of architectural or historical interest because it was designed by Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott, acclaimed as one of the finest architects of the 'Arts and Crafts' movement, who designed 13 houses in and around Cambridge, 5 of which are in Storey's Way. Built in a Georgian style in 1922, for Reverend Askwith and his family, from whom the present owner purchased it in 1959, it is only the second time the property has been offered for sale on the open market in 94 years and it has been owned by just two families.

6 Particulars of Sale Description This impressive detached house is constructed with buff coloured brick, laid in English cross band and partly painted white elevations under a plain tiled mansard roof. The accommodation, which retains many original features, is typical of the period benefitting from well proportioned rooms with high ceilings and deep glazed windows. It has been carefully maintained by the present owner and has a light and airy feel throughout. Charming Detached Summer House suitable for a variety of uses such as a home/office or studio, etc. Gas fired central heating. Security alarm system. Outside The property occupies a secluded position on the north side of Storey's Way. It is set well back from the road behind a fence, row of established trees and a large expanse of lawn, bordered by well stocked flower and shrub beds. Property highlights:- Oak floors, deep sash windows, fireplaces and panelled doors. Spacious Drawing Room (24' 2" x 15' 11"/7.36m x 4.86m) with French doors to garden and fireplace with timber surround and mantel. Excellent Study with dual aspect, fitted base level cabinets and bookshelves. Superb Garden Room with tiled floor, double glazed windows and French doors to garden. 5 Bedrooms and 2 Bath/Shower Rooms. Bedrooms 1 & 5 and one of the Bathrooms could be used as an excellent Master Bedroom Suite with Dressing Room and En Suite, if required.

7 Particulars of Sale A long driveway leads to a parking area to the rear of the house and a Detached Garage 20' 6" x 10' 6" (6.25m x 3.20m) with remote controlled roller door, power and light. A delightful garden to the rear enjoys a good level of privacy and is a particularly fine feature of the property. Well maintained areas of lawn are interspersed by deep well stocked flower and shrub beds which create a wonderful array of colour. At the far end of the garden is a detached Summer House 19' 6" x 9' 6" (5.94m x 2.89m) of weatherboard clad elevations under a slate roof with power and light. Local Authority Cambridge City Council t: Outgoings Council Tax Band: G Council Tax Payable 2016/17: 2, Services All mains services are connected to the property. Fixtures and Fittings All items normally designated as tenant's fixtures and fittings including fitted carpets, curtains and light fittings, are expressly excluded from the sale. However, certain items may be available by separate negotiation. Tenure and Possession The property is for sale freehold with vacant possession on completion. Viewing By prior telephone appointment with Bidwells t: Enquiries to: Robert Couch Health and Safety In the interest of Health and Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting any property.

8 Ground Floor Plans

9 Ground and First Floor Plans Important Notice: These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements or representatives of fact. Bidwells LLP has no authority to make or give in writing or verbally any representation or warranties in relation to the property. Any areas of measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Bidwells LLP have not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, appliances or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Bidwells LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales (registered number OC344553). Registered head office is Bidwell House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge CB2 9LD, where a list of members is available for inspection.

10 Site and Location Plans The plans below are not to scale and are provided for identification purposes only OS Licence No: ES bi98 Printed by Ravensworth Digital

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