HouseHunter August 2013

HouseHunter

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Recipe of month Cambridge Cookery School provide a recipe for a delicious breakfast parfait, perfect for these warm summer days

Our Staff With our new portrait photos, we put faces to the names of some of the TuckerGardner team

August 2013 Edition

Contents Recipe of month Cambridge Cookery School gives a guide to their chalet chef courses, along with a delicious breakfast parfait recipe.

Our Staff As covered in last month’s edition, our new head shots, courtesy of pro photographer Justin Paget, have now arrived. We have therefore decided to give some an early airing in a new ‘meet the team’ feature on page 18.

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Residential Sales

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Cambridge Cookery School recipe

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Meet some of the TG team

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Residential Lettings

Front Cover Our featured cover property is situated on Spens Avenue, Newnham. Contact our New Homes sales team on 01223 845240 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com.

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Welcome to HouseHunter, our local property & lifestyle magazine...

Welcome to the August edition of our HouseHunter magazine. As ever, you will find a selection of some of the properties available, both for sale and to let, across our network of local offices.

The heat wave seems to be having a positive effect on the Cambridgeshire sales market, with 77 sales agreed in July across our 4 local offices, up approximately 17% on the same period last year.

The City’s appeal, whilst already high, does seem to be growing at an enormous rate with lots of inward migration. Part of this does seem to be our Royal connection and in this regard we would like to offer our congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the arrival of His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge.

So all in all, it is a great time to sell and if you are considering doing so then we will be happy to help with a free, no obligation market appraisal. Just contact your local office.

However, just because the city as a whole is doing very well we should not forget that there are a lot of people in need of help and we have therefore chosen the Cambridge City Foodbank as our summer charity for this year. Staffed by volunteers, they provide 3 days worth of emergency food for adults and families in crisis and desperately need to raise some cash to cover their growing costs. We will be running a number of fund-raising events and see the back cover for details on how you can get involved in helping this very worthy local cause.

John, Simon & Alex

Residential Sales

Our Ely Sales Office window displays TuckerGardner teams care. We listen to each client’s needs and focus solely on what’s best for you.

We have a buddy system in place to make sure that there’s always someone in the office to help.

We don’t trap sellers in a lengthy agency contract or pressure any of our team to meet internal sales targets, because we don’t actually have any. We treat each sale and person as unique to make it easier (even enjoyable) for you to sell or buy your home.

Contact the teams on:

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CAMBRIDGE:

01223 350800 or email cambridge@tuckergardner.com

ELY:

01353 616130 or email ely@tuckergardner.com

GREAT SHELFORD:

01223 845240 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com

HISTON:

01223 470099 or email histon@tuckergardner.com

Harlton Road, Little Eversden ÂŁ735,000

A bright and spacious detached five bedroom family home of around 4500 sq ft set within large, south-facing gardens.

There are 5 bedrooms including master bedroom with dressing room and en suite shower room, family bathroom (2), sun terrace/balcony, drawing room, kitchen/family room, open plan sitting/ living room, music room, ground floor shower room (3), reception hall, utility room and entrance porch. The property has oil fired central heating and double glazing, an integral garage and store, well established garden and grounds of just over one-third of an acre backing on to paddock land.

EPC rating: D Contact the team on 01223 845240 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com

Dock Lane, Horningsea ÂŁ475,000

A delightful four bedroom detached Grade II Listed cottage offering a wealth of charm and character, occupying a peaceful secluded village location.

The property has 4 bedrooms, first floor bathroom and WC, ground floor bathroom with separate shower cubicle and 2nd WC, a fitted kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, boiler room, dining room, living room, garden room, study, dressing room, entrance hall, oil fired central heating, driveway parking and a rear garden.

EPC rating: E

Contact the team on 01223 470099 or email histon@tuckergardner.com

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High Street, Linton

ÂŁ429,950 A four bedroom High Street residence of great character with a well stocked garden and rural views beyond.

There are 4 bedrooms, a family bathroom, WC, entrance lobby, sitting room, dining room, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, boot/boiler room, cellar, parking, a garage and gardens.

EPC rating: E

Contact the team on 01223 845240

Ferry Path, Cambridge

ÂŁ375,000 A beautiful two bedroom Victorian cottage of immense charm and character, positioned in this rarely available location close to the river and Midsummer Common.

The property has 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, studio/dressing room, kitchen, living/dining room, an entrance hall, rear garden, a garage, is located in a traffic free location and offered for sale with no upward chain.

EPC rating: E

Contact the team on 01223 350800

Vine Close, Stapleford

ÂŁ695,000 A fine four bedroom family home with attached one bedroom annexe and double garage in a prominent corner position with sweeping leafy gardens.

The property has 5 bedrooms in total, 2 en suites, a bathroom, sitting room, dining room, conservatory, study, a kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, annexe open plan living space, double garage and gardens.

EPC rating: E

Contact the team on 01223 845240

Brampton Road, Cambridge

ÂŁ275,000 A fine example of an improved and extended terraced house, positioned in a very popular residential area near to Mill Road.

There are 2 double bedrooms, a family bathroom, open plan living/dining room, fitted kitchen, utility room, good sized rear garden, a garage and the property has gas central heating.

EPC rating: D

Contact the team on 01223 350800

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Main Street, Wardy Hill, Ely ÂŁ460,000

A beautifully presented detached character home, modernised and improved throughout with separate annexe/office, situated in the quiet hamlet of Wardy Hill.

There are 5 bedrooms, 2 with en suites, a family bathroom, cloakroom, entrance hallway, sitting room, dining room, family room, kitchen, breakfast room, boot room, utility room, a separate annexe with shower room, garden and parking. The property is offered for sale with no upward chain.

EPC rating: G

Contact the team on 01353 616130 or email ely@tuckergardner.com

Challis Green, Barrington

ÂŁ640,000 A fabulous detached period house, beautifully set in perfectly tended 0.48 acre gardens, backing on to paddocks behind the village green.

The house has 4 bedrooms, a bathroom and shower room, hall, cloakroom, living room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, 2 conservatories, a substantial modern outbuilding and gardens.

EPC rating: Listed buildings are currently exempt from the requirement to have an EPC.

Contact the team on 01223 845240

St Michaels Lane, Longstanton

ÂŁ179,950 A charming, 2 bedroom, mid terrace cottage occupying a beautifully peaceful residential location in the conservation area.

The cottage has 2 bedrooms, a ground floor bathroom with shower and WC, fitted kitchen/breakfast room, living room, gas fired central heating, a private rear garden and has no upward chain.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01223 470099

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High Street, Orwell ÂŁ750,000

A Grade II Listed detached 17th Century former village inn, enlarged to over 2200 sq ft, steeped in character and set in 1.2 acres of gardens and meadow.

There are up to 5 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, an entrance hall, up to four reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, double cart lodge and driveway plus gardens and meadows of about 1.2 acres.

EPC rating: Listed buildings are currently exempt from the requirement to have an EPC.

Contact the team on 01223 845240 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com

Mariners Way, Cambridge ÂŁ500,000

An improved and very nicely presented modern semi-detached house of good proportions, located close to the River Cam, Midsummer Common and city centre on a quiet cul-de-sac.

The property has 4 double bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, a living room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, cloakroom, integral garage, parking spaces, an enclosed rear garden, solar panels and is offered for sale chain free.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01223 350800 or email cambridge@tuckergardner.com

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School Lane, Impington

ÂŁ239,950 A 2 bedroom mid terrace property offering well presented accommodation, with the added benefit of off-road parking.

There are 2 bedrooms, a ground floor bathroom and WC, kitchen/breakfast room, living/dining room, gas fired central heating, double glazing, front and rear garden, off-road parking and no upward chain.

EPC rating: D

Contact the team on 01223 470099

High Street, Foxton

ÂŁ595,000 A beautifully presented detached family home in picturesque surroundings just a few miles south of Cambridge.

The property has 4 bedrooms including the master bedroom with an en suite shower room, family bathroom, living room, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, cloakroom, spacious reception hall, sealed unit double glazing, gas fired central heating, intruder alarm, driveway and car parking and pleasant gardens backing onto open countryside.

EPC rating: C Contact the team on 01223 845240

New Road, Haddenham ÂŁ249,950

A detached four bedroom Chalet style family home, set on a generous plot.

The property has 4 bedrooms, bedroom 1 with an en suite, a lounge/dining room, kitchen, utility room, cloakroom, entrance and rear hallway plus a timber workshop/garage.

EPC rating: G

Contact the team on 01353 616130 or email ely@tuckergardner.com

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Park Close, Coveney

ÂŁ174,950 A newly refurbished three bedroom semi detached property in a charming local village.

The property has 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, lounge, dining room, an entrance hall, private parking, a store and workshop, garden and has no upward chain.

EPC rating: G

Contact the team on 01353 616130

Nightall Road, Soham

ÂŁ129,950 A two bedroom end terrace home situated on an established development.

There are 2 bedrooms, a family bathroom, kitchen, lounge/dining room, conservatory, reception hall, gas central heating, double glazing, garage, off-road parking and a rear garden.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01353 616130

Hannah Khan Assistant Manager Great Shelford Lettings Office

I can’t believe in 2007 I walked into the Cambridge office to hand in my CV, not really knowing where it would lead me.

Now nearly 6 years on I work as part of a close knit team and I have progressed from a Lettings Administrator to Assistant Manager of the Great Shelford Lettings Office, where my role includes dealing with everything from viewings and valuations to gas certificates and rent reviews.

The diverse nature of our work means that we deal with a variety of situations, property and people so nothing really surprises me anymore! No two days are the same and I really look forward to seeing what each day will bring and feel I have found my ideal career!

I was born and raised in the Cambridge area so having a good knowledge and love of the city definitely helps!

I have been working in Estate Agency in Cambridge for nearly 15 years. I started with TG in the administration office creating brochures, adverts, etc. and progressed up to Negotiator/Valuer.

In 2009, after a few years with another local agent, I returned to TG to help build the New Homes Office, which I now head up.

Oliver Hughes

New Homes Sales Manager Great Shelford Office

Meet TuckerG

My job involves land valuations, site appraisal, advice on property styles/ design, site branding and property specification, brochure design, marketing, viewings, client advice‌ the list goes on! We act for local and national developers alike, offering a tailored service to all sizes of developers and developments depending on their personal requirements.

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I live with my wife, daughter and our two dogs in Swaffham Prior.

For years I told people that I didn’t know what I wanted to be when I grew up, which continued well into my 30s. Then, by chance, I joined TuckerGardner as a Property Manager and found my place. That was in 2006 and it’s a great company to work for - so they’ll be wheeling me out in a box.

Four years ago I changed roles and I am now the Valuer for the Cambridge Lettings office with shared responsibility for managing the Cambridge team of Property Managers.

I was born and raised in Cambridge centre, educated locally and I know the area well, to say the least. I raised two children here and now live in Romsey with my husband and our new addition, a puppy called Laughing Gravy.

Mary Crofts

Valuer Cambridge Lettings Office

Trumpington Place, Trumpington from ÂŁ480,000

*Show Home open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 4pm* Trumpington Place is a brand new select development of only 13 contemporary style town houses offering spacious living accommodation set over 3 floors and all enjoying their own private gardens.

Each property is built and fitted out to the highest specifications with enclosed gardens. The developer is anticipating the properties being ready for occupation around the end of October 2013.

EPC rating: TBC Contact the team on 01223 845240 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com

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Newton Court, Kingsley Walk ÂŁ275,000

An outstanding first floor apartment located within the stunning Cambridge Riverside development, completed to a very high standard which has an allocated undercroft parking space.

The property has a double bedroom, a beautiful bathroom suite, open-plan living/dining room, high specification kitchen, sunny west facing balcony, residents gym, concierge service and undercroft parking.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01223 350800 or email cambridge@tuckergardner.com

St Neots Road, Hardwick ÂŁ600,000

An exceptional contemporary single-storey home of about 2153 sq.ft tucked away in a pretty plot of around one-third of an acre, down a 160 ft private drive.

The property has 5 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms (two en suites), an entrance hall, sitting room, study area, family room, kitchen/dining room, a utility room, double garage and gardens.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01223 845240 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com

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London Road, Harston ÂŁ735,000

A handsome village residence sympathetically restored to a high standard, offering contemporary family accommodation with generous gardens.

There are 4 bedrooms, a family bathroom, en suite shower, WC, entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, breakfast room, garden room, a kitchen/family room, parking and gardens.

EPC rating: D

Contact the team on 01223 845240 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com

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Leckhampton Gardens offers a rare opportunity to enjoy contemporary living at its finest. Located in the sought-after village of Newnham, this exciting development comprises only four 5 bedroom three storey houses situated at the end of a leafy cul-desac, just a short distance from Cambridge’s city centre.

Every little detail throughout the development has been carefully considered - from the stunning open plan and light filled interiors featuring sleek, stylish, kitchens and luxurious living rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms - through to the enclosed rear gardens with stone patios and lush lawns surrounded by a variety of established trees.

Prices from ÂŁ1.295 million

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Froment Way, Milton ÂŁ385,000

An extended, exceptionally well presented, 4 bedroom detached home within easy reach of the A14/M11 road networks, Cambridge City Centre and the Science Park, also within close proximity of the highly regarded Primary School in Milton.

The property has 4 bedrooms with the master bedroom benefiting from an en suite shower room and WC, there is a first floor bathroom with shower and second WC, ground floor third WC, kitchen/ breakfast room, dining room, living room, entrance hall, gas fired central heating, double glazing, front and rear gardens, driveway parking and a garage.

EPC rating: E Contact the team on 01223 470099 or email histon@tuckergardner.com

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Church Street, Haslingfield

ÂŁ585,000 An impressive, contemporary village property, with an open plan living space built around a central chimney stack, with an attractive garden to the rear.

There are 4 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, a cloakroom, open plan living space, study, entrance hall, utility room, double garage, parking and gardens.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01223 845240

York Street, Cambridge

ÂŁ395,000 An opportunity to acquire this modern, three bedroom, terraced home that is conveniently positioned for access into the City Centre and the train station, with the added benefit of no upward chain.

The property has 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, en suite, cloakroom, an entrance hall, kitchen, living/dining room, rear courtyard garden, garage, double glazing and gas central heating.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01223 350800

High Street, Haddenham ÂŁ445,000

A beautifully presented five bedroom character home, formerly the village school, located in the heart of the village.

The property has 5 bedrooms, 3 with en suites, a family bathroom, large reception room, sitting room, dining room, lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, utility room, oil fuelled heating, 2 double garages, off-road parking and front and rear gardens.

EPC rating: G

Contact the team on 01353 616130 or email ely@tuckergardner.com

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Twentypence Road, Wilburton ÂŁ339,950

An individual detached four bedroom bungalow set within large mature gardens with easy access to Cambridge.

There are 4 bedrooms, the master with an en suite shower room, a family bathroom,reception hall, inner hall, lounge opening to dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, double garage, double glazing, oil fuelled heating, a studio and mature gardens.

EPC rating: E

Contact the team on 01353 616130 or email ely@tuckergardner.com

Residential Lettings

Cambridge Office reception All of our lettings teams work on the core principle of mutual respect and of trying to do our very best by landlords and tenants alike. The landlord is our client so we must endeavour to look after their interests, recognising that we are custodians of their property and of their money. By the same token, we also have a duty of care to our tenant customers and we must always remember, and respect, the fact that the property is their home for the duration of the tenancy.

In each office you will find experienced, friendly individuals who will be happy to help.

Contact the teams on:

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CAMBRIDGE:

01223 350800 or email cambridge@tuckergardner.com

ELY:

01353 616130 or email ely@tuckergardner.com

GREAT SHELFORD:

01223 576826 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com

Parkside Place, Cambridge ÂŁ1,950 pcm

A brand new two bedroom 5th floor flat, with wonderful views over Parkers Piece and Cambridge rooftops, in this prestigious new development in central Cambridge.

The flat has a living room with wood floors, dual aspect windows and patio doors to balcony with views of Parkers Piece. The kitchen area has white handle-free units, a built-in fridge/freezer, microwave, electric hob and oven and dishwasher (washer/dryer in hall cupboard). There are 2 bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes and 1 with an en suite shower room. The bathroom has a shower over bath. There is underfloor heating, double glazing and a communal internal courtyard garden. Virtual concierge available. Porter service. 1 underground parking space. Bicycle store.

EPC rating: C Contact the team on 01223 576826 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com

Thornton Road, Girton

ÂŁ1,650 pcm A well presented and skillfully extended four bedroom detached family house in quiet residential area.

There is a sitting room with gas fire, an open-plan living area overlooking the garden and opening to the kitchen, which has a gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher and fridge/ freezer. There is also a utility area with washing machine. There are 4 bedrooms, a bathroom with shower over bath, an en suite bathroom, plus a downstairs WC. There is gas central heating, double glazing, a large south west facing garden with shed and offroad parking for 2 cars.

EPC rating: D Contact the team on 01223 576826

North Street, Wicken

ÂŁ750 pcm A neutrally decorated three bedroom cottage with easy access to the A10.

The property comprises of an entrance hall, beautifully fitted kitchen/ breakfast room with built-in oven, hob, microwave and dishwasher.

There is a good sized lounge, utility room and downstairs WC. The master bedroom has built-in wardrobes and a large en suite shower room, there are 2 further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The rear courtyard garden has views over the countryside. Electric central heating.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01353 616130

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Lower Road, Stuntney

ÂŁ1,400 pcm A neutrally decorated four bedroom detached house located within the village of Stuntney, providing easy access to Ely and Newmarket.

The property has an entrance hall, kitchen/breakfast room with hob and oven, dining room, lounge and a living room leading to the conservatory.

There are 3 double bedrooms and a single bedroom, plus a family bathroom with a bath and separate shower cubicle. There is a large rear garden and a brick outbuilding which provides parking for the property. Gas central heating.

EPC rating: E Contact the team on 01353 616130

Gresham Place, Cambridge

ÂŁ1,750 pcm A delightful two bedroom, recently built, first floor flat in a unique courtyard development overlooking Parkers Piece in central Cambridge.

The property has a sitting room with views over Parkers Piece, a kitchen area with electric hob and oven, fridge and freezer, built-in dishwasher and washer/dryer. Bedroom 1 has built in wardrobes and bedroom 2 has an en suite shower room. There is also a bathroom with bath only. The flat has underfloor heating, double glazing, a communal courtyard garden, 1 offroad allocated parking space and a bike shed.

EPC rating: TBC Contact the team on 01223 576826

Abbey Walk, Cambridge ÂŁ1,250 pcm

A beautifully presented two bedroom Victorian terraced home located on a quiet side road in this extremely popular area close to the Grafton Centre and walking distance to the city centre.

The house has 2 bedrooms, a bathroom with white bath, basin and WC with separate shower cubicle. There is a living/dining room with storage under the stairs, the kitchen has underfloor heating, 5-ring gas hob, double electric oven, washing machine, dishwasher and fridge. The property has wooden floors, new double glazing throughout and gas central heating. There is a landscaped rear garden with rear access and a small pond. Parking is on street.

EPC rating: D

Contact the team on 01223 350800 or email cambridge@tuckergardner.com

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Halifax Road, Cambridge

ÂŁ1,650 pcm A delightful, well decorated, four bedroom property with spacious family accommodation ...Excellent access to the City Centre and A14.

There are 4 bedrooms, the master with a built-in wardrobe, Juliet balcony and en suite shower, there are fireplaces in the other 3 bedrooms.

The bathroom has a white suite with shower over, the lounge has a gas fire and bay window. The kitchen/diner has a fitted gas hob/electric oven and French doors to rear garden. There is gas central heating, a small front garden and good size rear garden with shed and on street parking.

EPC rating: D Contact the team on 01223 350800

Auckland Road, Cambridge - LET

ÂŁ1,395 pcm A completely refurbished 2nd floor duplex apartment in an excellent location between the Grafton Centre and River.

The property has 3/4 bedrooms, the master with an en suite bathroom with power shower over the bath, WC and basin. There is a further bathroom, a lounge and kitchen with ash units, electric cooker, fridge/ freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher.

New carpets and blinds, communal garden, 1 carport space, intercom door entry to the apartment.

EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01223 350800

TuckerGardner Summer Charity At TuckerGardner we are always keen to support local events and good causes.

This year’s summer charity is Cambridge City Foodbank

Cambridge City

Cambridge City Foodbank currently runs five distribution centres across Cambridge, which provide families and adults in crisis with enough food for three days.

In 2012 alone they provided emergency food for 2,461 adults and children, double the number during 2011.

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In Cambridge 12% of the population and 17% of children are living in poverty

Please visit cambridgecity.foodbank.org.uk to make a donation or for ideas on how you can get involved in helping this great cause.