Welcome to The Bower, a three-bedroom semi-detached cottage located in Whittlesey. Full of character and warmth throughout, this unique home enjoys a pleasant position along the Briggate River, providing scenic views and a peaceful setting. The property boasts three double bedrooms, a lounge, dining room, family room, kitchen, family bathroom, office, shower room, utility room, utility area, and a rear porch. Externally, the home benefits from off-road parking and a generously-sized rear garden filled with vibrant plants and greenery, making it ideal for families and outdoor enjoyment. Offered for sale with no forward chain, viewings are highly recommended. Check out the Harrison Rose website to view the full property video tour.
 
Accommodation
As you enter through the front entrance, you are welcomed into the entrance hall, offering space to remove coats and shoes, with storage space available beneath the stairs. The stairs also lead up to the first-floor accommodation. To your left is the dining room, a practical space with room for dining furnishings. A window overlooks the front of the home, while a gas fire adds warmth and charm to the room. A useful storage cupboard is also featured for practicality. A door from the dining room leads into the office, a versatile room ideal for working from home, a hobby space, play room, or another room to suit your needs. The lounge is a cosy and welcoming room featuring a gas coal-effect fire, creating a warm atmosphere for relaxing. This room offers space for comfortable lounge furnishings and also benefits from built-in cupboards. A door leads out to the front of the home, while stairs from this room lead up to bedroom one, adding to the cottage's unique character. The utility room and adjoining utility area provide practical additional space for appliances and storage. A stable-style door with a window hatch leads outside, adding charm and convenience. Nearby is the shower room, featuring a shower, hand-wash basin, and WC. The family room is another comfortable reception space, also benefiting from a gas fire for warmth. This room offers flexibility for family living and relaxing, creating a cosy second sitting area. Leading from the family room is a hall with a double-door storage cupboard, while nearby is the family bathroom. The bathroom is well-appointed and features a bath, separate shower, hand-wash basin, and WC. The kitchen is a modern and practical space, boasting an integrated oven and hob while also offering room for a fridge. Completing the ground-floor is the rear porch, a bright area with a door leading out to the rear garden. The first-floor hosts the three double bedrooms and a bright landing area. Bedroom one is a spacious double room full of character, featuring a brick feature wall and pleasant views overlooking the front and the river beyond. This room also offers space for additional bedroom furnishings and benefits from its own staircase leading down into the lounge. Bedroom two is another double room with a window overlooking the front of the home. A built-in double wardrobe provides useful clothing and storage space, while there is also room for additional bedroom furnishings. Bedroom three completes the accommodation and is also double sized. This room enjoys pleasant river views and benefits from two built-in wardrobes, making it practical for storage needs.
 
Outside
The front of the home enjoys scenic river views, adding to the peaceful and characterful setting of the property. Gates to the side provide both vehicle and pedestrian access through to the rear garden and parking area. The rear garden is a standout feature of the home, offering a generous amount of outdoor space ideal for families, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors. The garden is mainly laid to lawn and is beautifully filled with a variety of trees, flowers, and plants, creating a colourful and vibrant setting. Off-road parking is also located to the rear, while additional features include a pond and a hot tub. The hot tub is being left by the current owners. A summer house is also featured and benefits from being fitted with electrics. The garden offers plenty of room for outdoor furnishings, making it a delightful place to relax and enjoy sunny days and evening sunsets.
 
Whittlesey
Whittlesey is a market town which holds an abundance of local history, traditions and historic buildings. The town is located only a short distance from Peterborough City Centre and is approximately a 15-minute commute. Whittlesey Buttercross is the heart of Whittlesey and hosts many community events such as Whittlesey Festival, Whittlesey Extravaganza, Music on the Square and the Straw Bear Festival. The town boasts a range of shops, eateries, a library, healthcare facilities, and picturesque countryside views. There is a sports centre and additional recreational grounds. Whittlesea train station sits on the Ely to Peterborough line allowing commuting to other major cities.
 
Measurements
Ground Floor
Lounge 5.39m (17'6") max x 4.39m (14'4") max 
Family Room 4.33m (14'2") max x 4.32m (14'2") max 
Kitchen 3.85m (12'6") x 2.14m (7')
Dining Room 4.35m (14'2") max x 4.29m (14'1") max 
Office 1.95m (6'3") x 1.85m (6')
First Floor
Bedroom 1 5.52m (18'1") max x 4.39m (14'4") max
Bedroom 2 4.40m (14'4") max x 4.40m (14'4") max
Bedroom 3 4.42m (14'5") max x 4.39m (14'4") max plus wardrobes

 

Viewing

Please contact our Office on 01733 20 25 25 if you wish to arrange a viewing appointment for this property or require further information.

 

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