6 bed detached house for sale

Waterside, Isleham CB7

Nestled within the heart of the ever-popular village of Isleham, this substantial and well presented family home offers versatile and spacious accommodation throughout, perfectly suited for modern family life and ideal for multi-generational living. Occupying a beautifully private plot with far reaching views over countryside offering the most spectacular sunsets. Positioned within easy reach of highly regarded schooling, local amenities and picturesque countryside walks, 51 Waterside combines village charm with exceptional practicality. The property offers over 1500sqft of internal accommodation.

Set behind a gated driveway, the property immediately impresses with a generous parking for multiple vehicles, creating both privacy and convenience. Internally, the home has been thoughtfully arranged to offer flexible living space across two floors, with well-proportioned rooms and an abundance of natural light throughout.

The ground floor features a welcoming entrance hall leading to a spacious living room, ideal for both relaxing evenings and entertaining guests. A well-appointed kitchen sits at the heart of the home, complemented by a conservatory overlooking the rear garden, creating an excellent additional reception space perfect for year-round enjoyment. Three ground floor bedrooms and a family bathroom provide exceptional versatility, whether for growing families, visiting relatives, or those seeking annexe-style accommodation.

The first floor offers further impressive accommodation, including an additional kitchen/living area, three further bedrooms and a bathroom, allowing the property to effortlessly cater for extended family living, independent living arrangements or guest accommodation.

Externally, the property continues to impress with a beautifully established and private rear garden, offering a peaceful outdoor retreat with mature planting, lawned areas and plenty of space for outdoor dining, children’s play and summer entertaining.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a spacious and adaptable family home in a desirable village setting, offering excellent flexibility, privacy and generous accommodation throughout.

Location

Isleham is conveniently positioned close to A11/A14, ideal for those commuters travelling towards Bury, Cambridge City Centre and London.

Nearby Ely benefits from a mainline rail station with connection to Cambridge in approximately 17 minutes, there is also a branch line connection from Newmarket to Cambridge and Ipswich. Cambridge and Whittlesford Parkway offer direct rail lines into London, with Cambridge North Station and the fastest trains taking under one hour. Stansted International Airport is approximately 45 minutes away.

Town Information

Isleham is an attractive village of around 2,200 residents surrounded by open countryside with great local facilities and a splendid community.

Facilities

The village has a Co-op, Post Office, three churches, three public houses, a pre-school, primary school, fine dining restaurant, plus playparks for children, and a large community centre. The picturesque River Lark sits on the outskirts of the village and is popular for boating and kayaking.

The nearby horseracing town of Newmarket provides a further range of amenities including schools, shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, and leisure facilities, including health clubs, a swimming pool and golf club. Renowned globally for thoroughbred horses and boasting two separate racetracks with quality horses competing throughout the season.

Ely, home to a world-famous 900-year-old Cathedral, lies on the River Great Ouse and offers another good range of shopping facilities within the centre including a market which takes place on both Thursdays and Saturdays. There are a number of sporting facilities such as an 18 hole golf course and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool/gymnasium.

If you live locally and feel there is any incorrect or missing information in these village guides, then please do contact us as our aim is to keep them as up to date as possible to assist buyers moving into the area.

EPC Rating: E

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