Knights Park, CB3

5th

Ranked 5th out of 20 in Cambridgeshire

By The Hill Group

4.28

(21 reviews)

Knights Park is a multi-award-winning new development of beautifully designed, modern homes in the new district of Eddington - a vision of Cambridge University. From light and airy apartments to luxury large villas, Knights Park is designed for all stages of life and offers a balanced, healthy lifestyle to everyone.  Eddington itself offers a vast range of amenities from the Ofsted-rated 'outstanding' Cambridge University Primary School to Hotels, supermarket, bars, and eateries.

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Latest Reviews

4.28

21 total reviews

Stats

Overall

4.33

Facilities

4.00

Design

4.24

Location

4.62

Value

4.14

Management

3.86

Viewing 1-5 out of 21
Convenient luxury in a quiet, lovely and safe setting!

Nicole K. (Owner)

Verified Resident

Mar 2024

The close proximity of other buildings creates an urban feel to the development, but the advantage of green space (our own large pond and veteran oaks!) makes birdsong and wildflowers omnipresent only a short walk away. The architecture is varied, reflective of the Cambridge vernacular, and very thoughtful of light and seasons. We were attracted to Eddington especially because of the promise to be sustainable and eco friendly; that challenge is ongoing, especially with the solar panels and water systems. The ground landscaping? Different visions are a source of discussion among neighbours and have resulted in an odd mix of contrasting landscaping, in my opinion. Formal clipped hedges and roses? Seasonal wildflowers and grasses? Maintaining a healthy landscaped environment is an ongoing challenge. I believe it will continue to improve and I enjoy learning about what grows well here. The management makes an effort to inform and engage us.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

What has our experience over four years of living in Eddington been like? Safe, serene, convenient and a sense of community. Our neighbours are of all ages and come from many different places, so we feel at home. It's quiet, but there's always activity going on here or in town. We're so close to the colleges and green spaces too. However, Storey's Field Centre has many classes and events, and Dulcedo Social cafe makes Eddington Square a fun place to get together or simply relax over a delicious treat and coffee. More shops will open, and everyone is eager for that to happen soon. In Eddington, cycling is ideal, but the luxurious electric bus is always an option and has numerous convenient stops and friendly drivers; however, we do find that it is less reliable than we'd like. With traffic and fewer buses, that's often the case wherever one lives! Bin collections are superb with the underground system that keeps everything tidy and without smell. That's always been excellent. I think this is a great asset to the community.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Order window coverings as soon as possible. Chat with prospective neighbours. You'll get useful tips and form bonds.

What is the best feature of your home:

The light, thoughtful and beautiful spaces and the high quality of the construction. The high ceilings are wonderful and the solidity of the banisters and walls is remarkable. The house feels well built.

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Facilities

4

Design

5

Location

4

Value

4

Management


Recommended

JV (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mar 2024

I'm quite happy with the building management. Everything is kept in check. There have been no any major issues over the last several years. The hotel nearby isn't a problem and only adds some liveliness, which is otherwise lacking. The design is nice.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Nearby Sainsbury's is great. The hair salon is good. For some reason, it's taking them very long to open more places. The U bus is very good when the traffic is not a problem; it is very unreliable during rush hours.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The bus service is very unreliable, so cycling or a car is much better.

What is the best feature of your home:

It's a pleasure to live in a new building, away from the touristy parts of the town.

3

Facilities

4

Design

4

Location

5

Value

5

Management


Modern condo development in Cambridge

Juan (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mar 2024

The design is very modern, lineal and minimalist. Although it lacks the character of the older architecture of the historical city center, it certainly has a fresh vibe with plenty of young families and students as residents and private tenants. Quiet, peaceful, and respectful neighborhood.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Probably the most modern set of condo buildings in all of Cambridge, spacious, modern, and all the amenities within walking distance. Very clean, minimalist vibe.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

That you have to go the circuitous route to get to either the A14 or M1 from Monday through Friday. It is really annoying that as a resident of the Ash building I can't cut through the school and market in weekdays.

What is the best feature of your home:

Modern and new appliances, under floor heating, noise proof windows.

5

Facilities

5

Design

5

Location

5

Value

5

Management


Cambridge: The best of City and Country

Nicole (Owner)

Verified Resident

Apr 2023

The award-winning design of both the buildings and grounds makes walking and cycling a pleasure. There are a variety of paths to use and this increases the likelihood of meeting a friendly neighbour en route. The development is also thoughtfully designed to accommodate differently abled people with smooth pathways and thresholds to enter buildings. Noteable, too, is the beauty of the architecture in the changing light and the integration of different materials into the overall scheme. There is a harmony of public and private spaces. From our terraces, we feel encouraged to look up and take in the stars. However, we do wish that maintenance fees would be used to better look after the public landscaping. It can look neglected and overgrown; even natural areas need care as the seasons change. Our villas have issues with the solar panels not working as they should, but work is being done to adjust the height and angles to maximize their efficiency. We appreciate the communications we have had regarding this. We would also like some more sheltered or semi-covered areas in the square or nearby to gather. For example, where the large, long tables are situated just beyond the Square near the PostDoc building can be extremely windy at the best of times. We would like to use them more often, but would like a windbreak to help. We are surprised that so few businesses have opened up in Eddington, but I suspect the rent is very high. Can something be done to attract more businesses and offices? Additionally, the birdblind Fata Morgan Teahouse needs to be looked after. Garbage is left behind, small fires are started by kids, and it feels as if nobody checks in periodically. A few minutes of maintenance every couple of weeks would remedy this. Brook Leys is an asset we all enjoy, and is a welcome escape from the city.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

This location has the best of both worlds; we are minutes from downtown Cambridge by bicycle or bus, yet birdsong, trees and ponds surround us. I like the friendly, quiet and very safe neighbourhood feeling with a mix of ages and ethnicities. Indeed, we enjoy meeting our neighbours regularly and know we can ask for help whenever needed. The schools, grocery store and other shops add to the liveliness. Parking is not a problem, especially as Park & Ride is a five minute walk away. The excellent underground bin collection keeps Eddington tidy as well.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Yes, it can take a while, and the pandemic made everything more challenging for all. I am confident that things are improving and that the management has not lost sight of priorities.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Wall to wall carpeting, especially on stairs, is best avoided as it is high maintenance and never as clean as bare floors or rugs that can be shaken out. I do wish the stairs were not carpeted, or had only a runner. Also, do order your curtains or blinds ASAP. Privacy can be an issue once you move in, so you might need folding screens until the curtains are installed!

4

Facilities

4

Design

5

Location

4

Value

3

Management

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Good place

JV (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Apr 2023

Personally I think everything is done and is being managed pretty well. The exterior design is very nice, although the interior is unimpressive. I have had just one complaint/request, which has been fixed only over a year later. The level of cleanliness is pretty good.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Nice Sainsbury's and a hair salon nearby, but still lacking many other things. Convenient bus with a good route, but some serious timetable issues. Very quiet and peaceful. Personally still probably the best place to live in Cambridge.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I asked something in the building to get fixed. Got a response that it would be done soon. It got fixed over a year later.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The bus timetable is very unrealiable, cannot be trusted, especially, at peak hours.

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Knights Park, CB3

5th

Ranked 5th out of 20 in Cambridgeshire

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