Milton Road (City End), Cambridge, England

Cambridgeshire. Sleeps up to 10

Milton Road is a remarkable Edwardian house settled in the heart of the bustling city of Cambridge. Positioned moments from the glistening waters of the River Cam and the renowned cattle grazing grounds of Midsummer Common, Milton Road makes an excellent choice for a group looking to experience the delights of Cambridgeshire. Park up at the foot of this striking three-storey house before unloading your bags and making your way inside, where a sitting room greets you just off the hallway, enticing you to put your feet up and unwind in front of the glow of the warming fire following a day of adventure. Follow the corridor through to the open-plan living space, sure to be the heart of the home, where you'll find a well-equipped kitchen, fit with an eye-catching feature range cooker along with a wealth of handy amenities to assist with your self-catering needs. Get to work on rustling up a hearty meal to be enjoyed at the dining table, or make the most of the peaceful greenery of your private garden and indulge in an alfresco affair. The inviting snug provides an idyllic setting to finish off your evening drinks, whilst those looking to escape the excitement can climb the stairs to the first floor and indulge in a blissful soak in the family bathroom. When sleep calls, you'll find the first of five bedrooms settled on the ground floor, ideal for those with limited mobility with access to its own en-suite shower room. Three further double bedrooms can be found on the first floor, whilst there is a twin in the loft. You can spend your day in the renowned city of Cambridge, home to a myriad of events and ancient colleges boasting spectacular architecture. Lounge on beautiful green spaces, such as Jesus Green and Midsummer Common, where cattle often graze and enjoy a quaint picnic. Just moments away is the River Cam with punting facilities and slightly further afield is a punt, which can be hired to explore. Also within walking distance are museums and parks with many seasonal events, Fitzwilliam and Kettles Yard Folk Musuem to soak in the culture and if you time your trip well, you could be attending the annual Folk Festival and beer festivals like Willingham Craft Beer Festival. For your amenities, there are several pubs serving home-cooked meals including the Old Spring, the Boathouse, the Waterman and the Tivoli. Nearer still, the Portland Arms is well known for its live music. Paces away, you will find popular restaurants, a newsagent and two supermarkets, open till late. Be sure to take a dip in the famous open-air swimming pool at Jesus Green! Bike hire, or hiring an e-bike, allows visits to local places of interest, such as the American Cemetery at Madingley or the famed Grantchester. If there is not enough to do in Cambridge, then nearby historic towns such as Ely, Newmarket and St Ives are only a short distance away by car or bus. For all this and more, choose Milton Road.