HouseHunter December 2013

HouseHunter

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Recipe of the month Cambridge Cookery School treat us to a warming Saffron, Chickpea and Tomato soup recipe.

Toni’s Jacket Potato Co. Swapping scoops for spuds we look at the latest venture from Toni’s Ices.

December 2013 Edition

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Contents 10 Recipe of the month Cambridge Cookery School treat us to a warming Saffron, Chickpea and Tomato soup recipe, perfect comfort food for these cold winter days.

18 Toni’s Jacket Potato Co. Swapping scoops for spuds we look at the latest venture from Toni’s Ices.

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04 Residential Sales A selection of properties we currently have on the sales market, including a charming three bedroom cottage on Rooks Street, Cottenham. (pictured).

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28 Residential Lettings A selection of properties we currently have available to let, including a beautifully finished and presented two bedroom flat on Kingfisher Way, Cambridge, (pictured).

On the cover Our featured cover property is situated on Trinity Lane, Great Shelford. Contact our Great Shelford sales team on 01223 845240 or email shelford@tuckergardner.com. www.facebook.com/ tuckergardner

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

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

We are getting into the Christmas spirit already at TuckerGardner, which started with our Histon office once again supporting Operation Christmas Child, by being a drop-off point for the shoeboxes full of childrens’ toys and gifts. We are always glad to receive them and never cease to be amazed by the generosity and festive goodwill of the local community with nearly 300 boxes received by the end of November.

As mentioned in the last issue, our Ely office is supporting the Ely foodbank with their work in providing Christmas Hampers to foodbank clients over the festive season. They have been asking for donations of traditional, non-perishable, Christmas fayre to be dropped into our branch on the Market Square in Ely. So far they have filled 7 large boxes to the brim with Christmassy treats and with the other offices lending their support there should be more to come.

All that’s left is to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Alex, John & Simon

Residential Sales Jan Gannon, Office Manager Histon Office I have worked in Estate Agency since the mid 80’s, joining TG in 2002. I’ve spent the last 11 years building a solid reputation in Histon – where I live. I have a strong desire to change the generally poor opinion of Agents by providing a service second to none.

In my free time I enjoy playing table tennis, darts and reading (mainly autobiographies).

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

Hills Avenue, Cambridge ÂŁ800,000 An interesting single-storey property built in the style of a Japanese Pavillion and hidden away in a private location with grounds approaching a quarter of an acre.

The property has 4 bedrooms, a family bathroom and en suite shower room, open-plan kitchen/dining/family area, sitting room, a study area, cloakroom and private gardens.

EPC rating: E

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

Meridian Court, Comberton Road, Toft ÂŁ800,000 A fabulous brick and timber barn with planning permission for conversion into a large detached five bedroom house, enjoying a prominent position on the edge of Cambridge Meridian golf course.

The property would have 4/5 bedrooms, 3 possible bathrooms, a living room, family room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, reception hall, two cloakrooms, oil fired central heating, sealed unit double glazing, car parking/garage space plus private gardens and grounds of approximately 0.39 acres.

EPC rating: E

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

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Silver Street, Willingham

ÂŁ375,000

A perfect opportunity to purchase this partially completed renovation project, requiring finishing, yet full of charm and character.

There are 3 bedrooms, a first floor bathroom and ground floor shower room, fitted kitchen, utility room, living room, dining room, family room, an entrance hall, rear entrance porch, double glazing, gas fired central heating, rear garden and off-road parking.

EPC rating: Listed buildings are currently exempt from the requirement to have an EPC. Contact the team on 01223 470099

The Gault, Sutton

ÂŁ249,950

A detached two bedroom older style cottage set on a plot of approximately 1/4 of an acre (STS).

The property has 2 bedrooms, a shower room, entrance hall, lounge, cloakroom, dining room, conservatory, kitchen, utility room, a detached timber garage, timber workshop and shed, 1/4 acre plot (STS) and oil fired central heating. EPC rating: D

Contact the team on 01353 616130

Trinity Lane, Great Shelford ÂŁ2,750,000 A stunning, brand new detached family home built by highly regarded local developers David Reed Homes, enjoying an exclusive private road location and nestling in leafy gardens and grounds of approximately half an acre.

The property has 6 bedrooms (including 5 with en suite facilities and a fabulous master bedroom suite with fitted dressing room) plus 3 further potential bedrooms, a family bathroom (6), living room, dining room, library, study, magnificent open-plan kitchen/ family room, snug, utility room, cloakroom, basement with gymnasium and entertainment room. The property has an LABC warranty, the whole beautifully finished to exacting standards, set in landscaped gardens and grounds of approximately half an acre with a detached double garage.

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

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SHOW HOME OPEN FRIDAY TO MONDAY 10AM - 4PM

Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge ÂŁ400,000 A well-presented, three bedroom, bay-fronted end terrace property, situated within this popular location to the south side of the City.

There are 3 bedrooms, a family bathroom with separate WC, living room, excellent kitchen/dining room, entrance hall, gas central heating, double glazing, a front garden with off-road parking plus a generous rear garden, detached studio with attached store room.

EPC rating: E

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

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Windermere Close, Cherry Hinton

ÂŁ290,000

A significantly extended and improved semi-detached house situated in a popular cul-de-sac with ample off-road parking and a garage.

There are 3 bedrooms, a family bathroom, living room, dining/family room, re-fitted kitchen, covered off-road parking/store, a garage, south-facing garden, gas central heating and double glazing. EPC rating: D Contact the team on 01223 350800

Abbey Street, Cambridge

ÂŁ375,000

A modern townhouse constructed with Victorian-style features located in a developing and popular part of the City.

The property has 3 double bedrooms, an en suite shower room and 3-piece bathroom, a fitted kitchen with appliances, open-plan living/dining room, ground floor cloakroom, an enclosed rear garden, allocated secure parking, gas central heating, double glazing and the property is being offered for sale chain free. EPC rating: B Contact the team on 01223 350800

Littlefield Close, Wilburton ÂŁ275,000 An impressive detached bungalow providing versatile three bedroom accommodation, situated in this pleasant cul-de-sac amongst other similar dwellings.

There are 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, entrance hall, lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, cloakroom, dining room, double glazing, oil central heating and driveway parking.

EPC rating: D

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

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Sutton Close, Milton

ÂŁ399,950

An exceptionally well presented four bedroom detached family home with a stunning kitchen/breakfast room.

There are 4 bedrooms, the master bedroom with an en suite shower room, a family bathroom and ground floor WC, kitchen/ breakfast room, dining room, living room, entrance hall, double glazing, gas fired central heating, front and rear garden, driveway parking, a garage and is offered for sale with no upward chain. EPC rating: TBC Contact the team on 01223 470099

Leopold Walk, Cottenham

ÂŁ425,000

An individually designed brand new detached family home of around 1436 sq ft, conveniently situated in this established residential location within walking distance of the High Street.

The property has 4 bedrooms, an en suite shower room to master bedroom, family bathroom, landing, hall, cloakroom, living room, kitchen/dining room, utility, study, driveway to front providing off-street parking, covered carport, landscaped rear garden, gas fired central heating, underfloor heating to the ground floor, timber double glazed windows, 10 year NHBC warranty. EPC rating: TBC Contact the team on 01223 845240

Church Road, Carlton ÂŁ525,000 A highly individual architect-designed detached house with wonderfully light accommodation set in well-tended gardens of about 0.4 of an acre with far reaching views over open undulating farmland, just 12 miles east of Cambridge.

The property has 4 bedrooms, an en suite, bathroom, recessed porch, reception hall, cloakroom/WC, sitting room, study, family kitchen, conservatory, utility room, garage and driveway, gardens.

EPC rating: C

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

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Church Street, Stapleford ÂŁ375,000 A superb three double bedroom family home, stylishly presented throughout and set right at the heart of the village on Church Street.

The property has 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, hall, cloakroom, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, a garage and driveway, gardens.

EPC rating: C

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

Toni’s Jacket Potato Co. is a new venture from Toni Coppolaro, who heads up the family run business Toni’s Ices. With over 30 years of trading, the Toni’s Ices ice cream carts have become an icon of Cambridge summertime, with a reputation for quality and affordability. This Autumn, with the introduction of Toni’s Jacket Potato Co. they look to do the same with the humble spud.

The kiosk can be found on the corner of Parker’s Piece between the University Arms Hotel and Pizza Hut. With an extensive choice of fillings there should be something for everyone so why not treat yourself - and a friend - to a warming jacket potato on a cold winters day using our 2 for 1 voucher below.

You can choose from any of the fillings below:

Cheese Coleslaw Sweetcorn Tuna Mayo Baked Beans Chilli Con Carne Chicken Curry Cottage Cheese Ratatouille

2 FOR 1

JACKET POTATOES Terms and Conditions: Offer only available from Toni’s Jacket Potato Co. Parker’s Piece location detailed. Offer only available during December 2013 between 11.30am and 3.30pm whilst stocks last and fillings last. Offer cannot be exchanged for cash. Photocopied vouchers will not be accepted.

Milton Road, Cambridge ÂŁ850,000 A detached five bedroom family house with extensive accommodation, detached annexe and large garage/workshop.

There are 5 bedrooms, including the master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a first floor family bathroom, ground and second floor cloakrooms, bay windowed sitting room, dining room with double doors to the large lounge with vaulted ceiling and patio doors to the garden, an impressive kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, entrance hall, a detached one bedroom annexe, extensive driveway parking, large rear garden and 878.2 sq ft garage/workshop.

EPC rating: E

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

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Rooks Street, Cottenham ÂŁ375,000 A truly charming three bedroom detached cottage finished to a high specification, close to the centre of this popular village north of Cambridge.

The cottage has 3 bedrooms, with the master bedroom having an en suite bathroom, a first floor shower and ground floor cloakroom, kitchen/dining room, study, utility cupboard, living room, garden room, entrance hall, some double glazing, gas fired central heating, a front garden and driveway parking.

EPC rating: D

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

Norfolk Road, Ely

ÂŁ245,000

A beautifully presented link-detached home providing three bedroom family accommodation with an excellent conservatory addition.

There are 3 bedrooms, an en suite shower room, family bathroom, entrance hall, cloakroom, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, conservatory, double glazing, gas central heating, a driveway, partially converted garage and an enclosed rear garden. EPC rating: TBC Contact the team on 01353 616130

Bellairs, Sutton

ÂŁ139,950

An immaculate modern terraced property with well proportioned two bedroom accommodation.

There are 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, entrance hall, cloakroom, lounge, kitchen, gas central heating, double glazing, enclosed rear garden and an allocated parking area. EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01353 616130

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Longfields, Ely

ÂŁ245,000

A mature family home occupying a popular city location, providing well presented four bedroom accommodation.

There are 4 bedrooms, a bathroom, entrance porch, lounge, kitchen/dining room, family room/study, cloakroom, a garage, double glazing, gas central heating and a rear garden. EPC rating: C

Contact the team on 01353 616130

Ely Road, Queen Adelaide, Ely

ÂŁ189,950

An established three bedroom semi detached home conveniently situated for access to Ely. The property has 3 bedrooms, a family bathroom, entrance hall, lounge, kitchen/dining room, conservatory, double glazing, oil fired central heating and large parking area. EPC rating: D

Contact the team on 01353 616130

Ermine Way, Arrington

ÂŁ225,500

A Grade II Listed cottage of historical and architectural interest, superbly restored using traditional materials with a pretty garden and parking.

There are 1/2 bedrooms, a shower room, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility/boot room, a garden and parking.

EPC rating: F Contact the team on 01223 845240

Charles Street, Cambridge

ÂŁ335,000

A charming, thoroughly improved, end-of-terrace Victorian house minutes from Cambridge train station.

The property has 2 bedrooms, a first floor bathroom, living and dining rooms, a beautiful kitchen/breakfast room, entrance hall, enclosed rear garden, many character features, is double glazed, has sash-style windows and gas central heating. Offered for sale chain free. EPC rating: D Contact the team on 01223 350800

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High Street, Cottenham ÂŁ425,000 An attractive Grade II Listed, double fronted, four bedroom detached family home with charming original features.

There are 4 bedrooms, a first floor bathroom, separate WC, fitted kitchen, breakfast room, living room, dining room, entrance hall, gas fired central heating, driveway parking and a rear garden.

EPC rating: E

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

London Road, Harston £625,000 A substantial 2019 sq ft individual detached property on a generous 0.25 acre plot, set well back from London Road, one of the village’s most sought-after addresses.

There are 3 first floor bedrooms, a first floor bathroom, ground floor bedroom (4), ground floor shower room, hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast/family room, double garage and driveway, gardens.

EPC rating: TBC

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

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Hauxton Road, Trumpington ÂŁ479,950 This 1920s south City house has traditionally elegant proportions with a lovely, mature 150 ft rear garden and excellent enlargement potential.

There are 4 bedrooms, a bathroom, cloakroom, hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, a garage and driveway, gardens.

EPC rating: E

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

Residential Lettings Alex Preston, Property Manager Cambridge Office I have been working as a Property Manager in the Cambridge Office for seven years now, during which time I have grown to know and love Cambridge and the surrounding area.

No two days are the same here and I love the variety in my role!

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: 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

Application fees - Prices include VAT. Tenancy administration fee, due on application: • One individual £200 (£140 for bedsits)

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• Each individual thereafter £70

• Company Let £300

Kingfisher Way, Cambridge ÂŁ1,700 pcm* A beautifully presented and finished two bedroom fourth floor flat in the acclaimed Accordia development, occupying a corner site with balcony.

The flat has 2 bedrooms, bedroom 1 with built-in wardrobe, access to balcony and en suite wet room, bedroom 2 also has access to balcony. There is also a bathroom, lounge/kitchen with electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is a washer/dryer in the hall cupboard. The flat has underfloor heating, a communal garden and secure undercroft parking. All bills responsibility of tenant, inc water - paid in advance 6 monthly.

EPC rating: B

Contact the team on 01223 350800 or email cambridge@tuckergardner.com *Application fees apply - see page 28 for details.

Beaumont Crescent, Cambridge

£1,900 pcm*

An extremely spacious four bedroom semi-detached family home offering versatile living space, an enclosed rear garden and driveway parking for two cars.

This house benefits on the ground floor from a study, garden room and a good sized living room. Upstairs, as well as the 4 double bedrooms, there is additional landing space for possible use as a study. There is a family bathroom as well as an en suite shower room. The property is close to Addenbrooke’s Hospital and within easy access to city centre. EPC rating: C Contact the team on 01223 350800

Ash Grove, Ely

£650 pcm*

A modern two bedroom terraced property on a popular development in Ely. The property has an entrance porch, kitchen/diner with electric oven and hob, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a fridge/freezer. There is also a lounge, bathroom with three piece white suite and shower over the bath, a double bedroom and a single bedroom. The house also has a rear garden, one allocated parking space and gas central heating. EPC rating: C Contact the team on 01353 616130

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Kimberley Road, Cambridge

£1,995 pcm*

A four bedroom terraced house in this highly sought-after area, close to Midsummer Common and a comfortable scenic walk to the city centre, within the catchment of well regarded primary and secondary schools.

This family home overlooks a terraced paved rear garden with mature shrubs and a large shed, plus a children’s Wendy house, has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and is currently being decorated throughout. EPC rating: D Contact the team on 01223 350800

John Amner Close, Ely

£650 pcm*

A very well presented Q-Type house situated in a quiet cul-de-sac within walking distance of the City centre and Railway Station.

This newly decorated property has a kitchen with electric oven, hob and space for fridge/freezer, lounge with storage cupboard, double bedroom with built-in double wardrobe, single bedroom with built-in wardrobe and newly fitted bathroom with shower over bath. There are newly fitted carpets throughout, electric underfloor heating to the ground floor, night storage heating and electric ceiling heating to first floor and the property has a secluded rear garden, a garage and driveway parking. EPC rating: E Contact the team on 01353 616130 *Application fees apply - see page 28 for details.

CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS LETTINGS Cambridge, Ely, Great Shelford

Tuesday 24 December - 9am to 1pm Wednesday 25 December - Closed Thursday 26 December - Closed Friday 27 December - 9am to 2pm Saturday 28 December - Closed Monday 30 December - 9am to 2pm Tuesday 31 December - 9am to 1pm Wednesday 1 January - Closed

SALES Cambridge, Ely, Great Shelford & Histon

Tuesday 24 December - 9am to 1pm Wednesday 25 December to Wednesday 1 January - Closed

All offices open as usual Thursday 2 January 2014

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for the New Year!