152 Eagle way – For Sale – OIEO £325,000 – Couples seeking Comfort, Flexibility and Future Potential

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An introduction to the home

For many couples, buying a home is about finding a property that works well for life now while also supporting the plans they may have for the future.

It may be a first home together, a move from an apartment into a house, or the next step towards having more space for working from home, entertaining, hobbies or starting a family. The right property needs to offer comfortable shared living areas while still providing enough separate space for both people to follow their own routines.

152 Eagle Way offers exactly that kind of balance.

This detached four-bedroom home in Hampton Vale combines a separate lounge and dining room, a well-equipped kitchen with breakfast seating, a main bedroom with an ensuite, flexible additional bedrooms, a low-maintenance garden, private parking and a detached garage.

The layout and living space

Internally, the home is arranged over two floors, with a practical layout that keeps the main living areas connected while still giving each room a clear purpose.

The entrance hallway is bright and welcoming, with white walls, whitewashed wood-effect flooring and glazed panels around the front door. From here, there is access to the lounge, kitchen and ground-floor WC, with stairs rising to the first floor.

The lounge sits at the front of the property and provides a generous separate reception room with pale grey carpet, a front-facing bay window and a white fireplace with black electric fire. It offers a comfortable space for relaxed evenings, entertaining or spending time together, while glazed doors connect it to both the hallway and dining room.

The dining room is positioned to the rear and opens directly onto the covered terrace and garden. Its connection to the lounge and kitchen creates a natural flow through the ground floor, while the room could also be used as a larger home office, second sitting area or flexible hobby space.

The kitchen is fitted with white Shaker-style units, white worktops, brass-effect handles and integrated appliances including an oven, microwave and dishwasher. A gas hob, concealed extractor, stainless steel sink and useful storage complete the layout, while the breakfast bar provides space for informal meals or morning coffee.

Together, the lounge, dining room and kitchen give couples a good balance between shared living and individual space, allowing one person to relax while the other works, cooks or uses the garden.

Upstairs, the landing leads to four bedrooms, the family bathroom and the main bedroom’s ensuite.

The main bedroom is positioned to the rear and includes fitted double cupboards, pale grey carpet and a window overlooking the garden. Its ensuite is fitted with a glazed shower enclosure, vanity basin, WC, heated towel rail and grey stone-effect tiling.

Bedroom two is another well-proportioned double room and would work well as a guest bedroom. Bedrooms three and four sit to the front and offer useful flexibility as home offices, dressing rooms, hobby spaces or future children’s bedrooms. Bedroom three also benefits from fitted cupboards and shelving.

The family bathroom includes a bath with shower over, WC, vanity basin, grey stone-effect tiling and a heated towel rail.

For a couple, the four-bedroom layout provides room for guests, working from home and future plans, while the ensuite and family bathroom make everyday routines more practical.

A home that can grow with you

One of the biggest strengths of 152 Eagle Way is that it does not feel designed for only one stage of life.

For a couple buying together, the four-bedroom layout provides space beyond immediate everyday needs without making the main living areas feel oversized or difficult to manage.

At first, the additional bedrooms could support working from home, overnight visitors, exercise, dressing space or hobbies. Over time, those same rooms could become a nursery, children’s bedrooms or accommodation for relatives.

This makes the property more adaptable than a smaller two-bedroom house. A couple can settle into the home and shape the rooms around their current lifestyle while knowing that the layout can change with them.

The separate reception rooms add to this flexibility. The lounge offers a comfortable shared area for relaxing, while the dining room provides a second social space that could evolve as needs change.

It could begin as a formal dining room, become a playroom later, or provide a larger office if one person eventually works from home full-time.

For couples who want to buy with a longer-term view, this ability to change how the property is used is an important part of its appeal.

Parking and storage practicality

Parking and storage are important practical features for couples, particularly where both people drive or has work equipment, bicycles or outdoor interests.

To the rear of the property, there is a private parking area in front of the detached garage. This provides off-road parking away from the main frontage and creates a convenient route between the car, garden and rear of the home.

For a two-car household, the parking arrangement can reduce reliance on street parking and make arrivals and departures simpler.

The detached single garage measures approximately 5.64m x 2.59m and is accessed through an up-and-over door. It could be used for secure vehicle parking, bicycles, tools, sports equipment, camping gear or general household storage.

For couples who enjoy hobbies or outdoor activities, this additional space helps keep equipment away from the living rooms and bedrooms.

Outdoor space made convenient

The rear garden has been designed to provide an enjoyable outdoor area without requiring the level of maintenance associated with a large traditional lawn.

A paved terrace runs across the rear of the property, with a covered seating area positioned outside the dining room. This creates a useful sheltered place for outdoor dining, morning coffee or sitting outside even when the weather is less predictable.

The main garden is laid with artificial lawn and bordered by raised planted beds, gravelled sections and mature shrubs. Stepping stones lead through the space, while brick walls and timber fencing create an enclosed setting.

For a couple, the garden offers enough room for seating, entertaining and personalisation without feeling difficult to manage around work and other commitments.

The direct access from the dining room and kitchen also makes the outdoor space feel connected to everyday life. Food and drinks can be carried outside easily, while the covered terrace extends the use of the garden beyond only the hottest days.

Gated access leads from the garden to the parking area and garage, giving the outside space a practical link with storage and parking.

We Think You Will Like

Detached four-bedroom home in Hampton Vale
Separate lounge and dining room offering defined living spaces
Kitchen with integrated appliances and breakfast-bar seating
Main bedroom with fitted storage and ensuite shower room
Three additional bedrooms for guests, work or future family plans
Family bathroom and separate ground-floor WC
Low-maintenance rear garden with covered terrace
Private rear parking and detached single garage

Lifestyle in Hampton, Peterborough

Hampton Vale is a popular residential area positioned to the south of Peterborough. The development brings together modern housing, schools, lakes, green spaces, local shops and leisure facilities, allowing many everyday needs to be managed within the wider Hampton community.

For a couple, this can create a useful balance. The area feels residential and established while remaining close to shopping, transport connections and places to exercise, eat or spend time outdoors.

Hampton College is located on Eagle Way and can be reached in approximately five minutes on foot. It provides education across primary, secondary and sixth-form age groups, which may be particularly valuable for couples thinking about future family plans.

Hampton Vale Primary Academy can be reached in approximately five minutes by car, while Hampton Gardens School is around six minutes away by car. This gives the wider Hampton area several education options as children progress through different stages.

Hampton Leisure Centre is positioned beside Hampton College on Clayburn Road and can be reached in approximately seven minutes on foot. Its facilities include a gym, fitness classes, a sports hall and courts for a range of activities. For couples who enjoy keeping active, this provides a convenient option without needing to drive across the city for every gym session or class.

Hampton is also known for its network of lakes, landscaped pathways and open spaces. Local walking routes and green areas can be reached within approximately five to ten minutes on foot, giving residents opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor recreation close to home.

These surroundings can work well for evening walks, weekend exercise or simply spending time outdoors together.

Serpentine Green Shopping Centre can be reached in approximately six minutes by car and offers a wider mix of supermarket shopping, retailers, cafés and amenities allowing couples to manage both smaller errands and larger weekly shopping trips without travelling into Peterborough city centre.

For a couple, this means the home is close enough to enjoy city-centre dining, shopping and entertainment while remaining within a more residential setting.

Travelling around the City

The property is well positioned for access around Hampton, Peterborough city centre and the surrounding road network.

Peterborough city centre can be reached by car in approximately 12 minutes, depending on traffic. This makes the property practical for commuting, shopping, restaurants and city-centre amenities.

The A1 is approximately eight minutes away by car, while the A605 is also within easy reach. These connections provide routes towards Peterborough, Huntingdon, Stamford, Oundle and the wider region.

For couples working in different places, access to both the city and major roads can make the location easier to manage as a shared base.

Connections outside of the City

Peterborough Railway Station can be reached in approximately 13 minutes by car and provides mainline services towards London, Cambridge and destinations across the north of England.

This may suit couples where one person commutes by rail, works between several offices or travels regularly for business.

Road connections via the A1 and A605 also support journeys towards surrounding towns and employment areas, giving the property a practical position for regional travel.

The London connection (station, walk time, trains & costs)

From 152 Eagle way, you can drive or take the train to Peterborough station in around 10-13 minutes depending on the time of day. Fast services to London King’s Cross from Peterborough are frequent: fastest about 47 minutes, average around 54 minutes, with dozens of departures daily (early till late). Thameslink Railway

For costs, Advance singles can start from about £13 if you book ahead; for regular travel, check flexible carnets and season options using the official National Rail season ticket calculator. Trainline+1

At-a-glance: walk to the station → sub-1-hour trains to King’s Cross → options to tailor tickets around hybrid working.

Working from home (broadband that keeps up)

The postcode shows gigabit-capable broadband availability, so streaming, video calls and big uploads aren’t a problem if you split your week between office and home. Always confirm with your chosen provider for package speeds at the address. StreetCheck

Our City

The virtual tour

Our virtual tour allows you to explore the flow from the entrance hallway into the lounge, kitchen and dining room before moving upstairs to the four bedrooms, ensuite and family bathroom. It also gives a clearer sense of the connection between the dining room, covered terrace and rear garden, together with the parking and detached garage.

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Ultimately, 152 Eagle Way is a home that aligns closely with what many couples look for when buying together: comfortable shared spaces, room for independence, outdoor space, parking, storage and flexibility for the future.

The separate lounge and dining room provide defined living areas, while the kitchen breakfast bar creates a more informal place to eat and spend time together. Upstairs, the main bedroom with ensuite gives the couple their own private space, while the three additional bedrooms can support guests, working from home, hobbies or future family plans.

Our take

152 Eagle Way feels particularly well suited to a couple looking for a home they can settle into and adapt over time. The property provides enough space to feel like a meaningful next step without losing the sense of comfort and connection that couples often want from their home. For couples looking to buy in Hampton Vale, this is a home that offers flexibility now and the potential to continue working well as life changes.

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