Mill View St. Edmunds Way, Hauxton

Property Insight
A well-presented two-bedroom first-floor apartment, forming part of Mill View, an over-55s retirement development in the popular South Cambridgeshire village of Hauxton. Available on a 75% shared-ownership basis, the apartment is designed for independent living with on-site care and support tailored to individual needs. Bright and comfortable throughout, it offers an open-plan living space, a modern fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, a level-access wet room, and a private south/east-facing balcony overlooking the river cam and woodland, with lift access serving all floors.
The apartment is approached through a secure communal entrance, with lift and stair access to the first floor. A welcoming hallway with wood-effect flooring leads through to the accommodation, with useful built-in storage and doors to the living space, both bedrooms and the wet room. The open-plan lounge and dining room is bright and inviting, with large windows and double French doors opening onto the private balcony — a pleasant spot to sit out over the communal gardens. The adjoining kitchen is finished in a stylish neutral scheme, with sleek white cabinetry, wood-effect worktops and integrated appliances including waist-height oven for easy, comfortable use, a hob with overhead extractor, and a built in dishwasher, fridge freezer, plus washing machine.
Through to the sleeping quarters, the principal bedroom is generously proportioned, with a large window, fitted wardrobe and ample room for further furniture, while the second bedroom is a versatile space suited to a guest room or study. Both rooms are fully carpeted and enjoy plenty of natural light. The level-access wet room is neatly tiled with a walk-in shower, WC and hand wash basin. Beyond the apartment, residents share an excellent range of facilities designed for comfort and companionship, including communal lounges, a restaurant, an on-site shop and hair salon, landscaped gardens and a rooftop terrace, with an on-site scheme manager and a guest suite for visiting family and friends. A rare blend of independence, security and community in a well-connected village setting.
At a Glance
Type: First-floor apartment, 75% shared ownership
Size: 685sqft
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1 — level-access wet room with walk-in shower
Reception Rooms: Open-plan lounge/dining room with French doors to private balcony
Kitchen: White cabinetry, wood-effect worktops, integrated oven, hob, dishwasher and washing machine.
Outside: Private south/east-facing balcony; landscaped communal gardens and rooftop terrace
Agents Notes
Tenure: Shared Ownership (75% share)
Service Charge: £682.04 per month
Rent: Free
The apartment is sold under the extra care scheme, which includes the provision of a cooked three-course daily lunch and easy-access carers where required. Carers can be sourced from any outside approved company or from the current in-house provider, Universal Care, who are approved by Cambridgeshire County Council. The costs of catering and the extra care structure are reflected in the monthly running costs that apply to the scheme.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Checks:
In line with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, we are legally required to carry out identity and AML checks on all buyers. A fee of £25 (inc. VAT) per buyer is payable once an offer has been formally accepted. This fee is mandatory and forms part of our regulatory compliance obligations.
Location – Hauxton
Hauxton is a well-connected village in South Cambridgeshire, approximately 4 miles south of Cambridge and close to the popular villages of Trumpington and Great Shelford. It benefits from excellent road connections via the A10 and M11, making travel to Cambridge, Royston and London straightforward. Shelford railway station provides regular mainline services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge, while Whittlesford Parkway offers fast connections to London Kings Cross. At the heart of the village is St John the Baptist Church, which hosts regular services. Everyday amenities are close at hand in Trumpington and Great Shelford, which provide convenience stores, pharmacies, cafés, pubs and independent retailers, with Cambridge city centre offering more extensive shopping, dining and cultural attractions. The village is surrounded by scenic countryside with bridleways and footpaths linking neighbouring villages, and there is a choice of highly regarded primary schools nearby and both state and independent secondary options in and around Cambridge. Hauxton is barely 5 miles from Cambridge Bio-Medical campus with its two outstanding hospitals, Addenbrokes and Royal Papworth.