1 George Street, Huntingdon
Cambridgeshire, PE29 3AD
A beautifully extended 1920s home in Brampton’s sought-after West End, blending period charm with modern open-plan living — just moments from local amenities and within easy reach of transport links.
Sited in a wonderful location within Brampton, West End is a made of of a mix of different homes creating a non-estate feel, yet still within a 15 minute walk of the High Street and a 1 minute walk to the local shop with post office and banking facilities.
Dating back to 1920, the property has been extended to the rear creating a mix of period charm and modern functionality. Two principal reception rooms are at the front with a wonderful open plan kitchen / dining room to the rear with part vaulted ceiling and plenty of space for socialising, entertaining and family time. There is also a separate ground floor wet room / utility room providing functionality.
On the first floor there are three bedrooms, two large doubles and one small double, one served via an en-suite shower room and further family bathroom.
Externally, the well stocked garden enjoys a southerly facing orientation with a large patio area, plenty of driveway parking and a double garage.
All of the great amenities, schools and shops within Brampton are a short walk away. Huntingdon is just a short car / cycle ride away with Trains into London and easy access to the A14 road network to Cambridge.
The Gross Internal Floor Area is approximately 1320 sq.ft / 122 sq.metres.
Providing access to the two principal reception room and stairs to the first floor.
A cosy living room centred around a comforting log burner creates a warm and inviting atmosphere — the perfect space to relax and unwind. A double glazed window with cafe style shutters to the front elevation allows natural light to stream in, while bespoke fitted shelving to the side provides both stylish display space and practical storage.
Full-height glazed double doors open seamlessly into the kitchen/dining room at the rear, enhancing the sense of space and allowing light to flow beautifully throughout the ground floor.
The second reception room has dual aspect double glazed windows fitted with cafe style shutters, a cosy logburner, bespoke fitted shelves, and a door into the kitchen and breakfast room, and a door into the entrance hall.
An extended and highly sociable kitchen/dining room featuring a part-vaulted ceiling. There is ample room for a large dining table — perfect for socialising, entertaining guests or enjoying family time together.
The room is beautifully flooded with natural light from windows to the rear and side elevations, as well as bi-folding doors opening onto the rear — seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living.
The kitchen itself is thoughtfully and practically fitted with a range of contemporary base mounted cupboard units, complemented by a stylish butcher’s block worktop. Integral appliances include a dishwasher, sink with drainer, and a dual fuel range-style cooker, gas hob with electric ovens and extractor hood over, along with space for a fridge. Further shelving and coat storage is accessed via the kitchen to a walk in area under the stairs.
A functional wet room fitted with a three piece suite comprising inset drainage with an independent shower over, tiled surrounds and rainfall shower head, close coupled WC and a wash hand basin. There is also functional space for a tumble dryer, fridge freezer and plumbing for a washing machine as well as useful fitted cupboards for storage, coat rails and boot storage
Serving the first floor with a stepped recess with a window to the rear. A great snug or small study, equally providing an opportunity to incorporate or create a larger bedroom, subject to requirements.
A dual aspect bedroom enjoying the morning sun and the evening sun through a westerly facing window, feature fireplace with cast iron surround, fitted wardrobe and access to the en suite bathroom. Double glazed windows fitted with shutters.
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising shower cubicle, wash hand basin and close coupled WC with an obscure window to the rear, tiled flooring surrounds and a heated towel rail.
A double bedroom featuring two bespoke built-in wardrobes, double-glazed windows, and beautiful white shutters. The front-facing aspect allows plenty of natural light while maintaining privacy and energy efficiency.
A third double bedroom with large double glazed windows and shutters to the rear.
The bathroom is fitted with a three piece suite comprising panelled bath, close coupled WC and a wash hand basin with an obscure window to the rear. Tiled surrounds, heated towel rail and an airing cupboard housing a hot water tank.
A double garage with roller door to the front, power and lighting, and a side door to the garden. Six bays of metal shelving for storage inside the garage.
The property is approached via a smart block-paved driveway, providing off-road parking for multiple vehicles and benefiting from gated side access through to the rear garden.
The patio area has been thoughtfully modified over the years to incorporate a gently sloping, slabbed pathway leading up to the main garden — ideal for wheelchair users or younger children, while also offering a wonderful space to sit and enjoy the sunshine.
South-facing, the garden enjoys sunlight for the majority of the day and offers a good degree of privacy, enhanced by a screen of mature trees and established planting. Beautifully stocked with a variety of specimen flowers and shrub borders, the garden truly comes to life throughout the spring and summer months.
Brampton is an attractive and popular residential village which has retained significant amounts of original character and, as such, boasts a handy village High Street offering a range of local shops including a bakery, butcher, takeaways, art & gift shops, hairdressers, chemist, a dentists & convenience stores as well as a vetinary.
The village also features other amenities including a garden centre, plant nursery, The Black Bull Public House and Brampton Park Golf Club. Various walking trails and outdoor spaces are accessible throughout the local area, offering a range of activities around the year. Local community clubs & initiatives include the Bram-shed workshop, crafts, allotments, fitness, sport & wellbeing as well as children’s activity groups.
Brampton has excellent access to the A1 and A14 Road Networks and is situated just a mile from Huntingdon Railway Station, which is accessible via a cycle path, and provides a direct service to London Kings Cross in just 45 minutes.
The Property is heated by gas central heating (Boiler installed 2023) and served via mains drainage, water and electricity.
These particulars whilst believed to be correct at time of publishing should be used as a guide only. The measurements taken are approximate and supplied as a general guidance to the dimensions, exact measurements should be taken before any furniture or fixtures are purchased. Please note that Oliver James Property Sales and Lettings has not tested the services or any of the appliances at the property and as such we recommend that any interested parties arrange their own survey prior to completing a purchase.
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