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14 OTTERS WAY

PETERBOROUGH, HAMPTON WATER, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH PE7 8TX

5 beds 3 baths 2,508 sq ft Listed 5 May 2026 (-39d)

£1,050,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

233 m²

EPC rating

B

Last sold

£860,000 Dec 2022

Price per m²

£4,506/m²

Local average

£379,999 (+176.3%)

Street crime

151 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • AF1498
  • Impressive Five-Bedroom Layout A spacious, flexible five-bedroom home designed for family living, guests, or lifestyle spaces like a gym or cinema room.
  • Striking Architectural Design Features a vaulted entrance ceiling, gallery landing, and a statement glass and oak staircase, creating a strong sense of light and luxury.
  • Open-Plan Luxury Kitchen & Living Space A central hub combining kitchen, dining, and family areas ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.
  • High-End Kitchen Specification Includes: Bespoke Häcker German kitchen Silestone worktops Siemens integrated appliances Wine fridge & Quooker tap
  • Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living Sliding doors open to a landscaped garden with: Outdoor kitchen & dining area Woodland and lake views
  • Premium Finishes Throughout Porcelanosa tiling, designer sanitaryware, underfloor heating, and luxury carpets elevate the overall finish.
  • Prestigious Gated Location Set within the exclusive Hamlets development in Hampton Water, offering privacy, security, and a high-end community feel.
  • Multiple Bathrooms with Luxury Features Two en-suites with rainfall showers Principal bathroom with freestanding bath
  • Excellent Lifestyle & Connectivity Close to Serpentine Green Shopping Centre Near Nene Park for outdoor living Fast rail links to London (45–50 mins from Peterborough) Easy access to A1(M)

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

AF1498
COMING SOON  - The Douglas Firr at The Hamlets -  Executive Living, Beautifully Refined
Positioned within the exclusive gated setting of The Hamlets in Hampton Water, The Douglas Firr presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished five-bedroom residence overlooking the lake and adjoining country park.
Combining striking architectural design with considered, high-quality finishes throughout, this is a home that offers both presence and warmth perfectly suited to modern executive living.
From the moment you step through the impressive entrance, the home feels both elegant and inviting. The vaulted ceiling creates a wonderful sense of light and space, setting the tone for what follows. To one side, a well-proportioned study with large windows offers  an inspiring environment ideal for working from home or simply enjoying a quieter moment with views across the countryside.
The main living areas are thoughtfully designed to balance comfort with style. The lounge is generous yet welcoming, with sleek sliding doors opening onto a landscaped outdoor turfed rear garden with woodland views a perfect  space for relaxed evenings or hosting friends and family. A striking glass and oak staircase forms a central feature, while a beautifully finished WC with designer sanitaryware and Porcelanosa tiling reflects the home’s attention to detail. A separate utility room ensures practicality is seamlessly integrated into daily living
At the heart of the home is an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area designed to bring people together. 
The specification is exceptional, with Silestone worktops, a bespoke Häcker German kitchen, and a full suite of Siemens integrated appliances, including double oven, combi microwave, wine fridge, and Quooker tap. 
This is a space that works just as well for busy mornings as it does for entertaining. Expansive glazing captures uninterrupted lake views, while sliding doors lead directly to an outdoor kitchen and dining area, extending the living space with ease. Porcelanosa tiling and underfloor heating complements the executive living in the ground floor  living spaces 
Upstairs, the sense of quality and space continues. A gallery landing with luxury carpet  overlooks the vaulted entrance below, enhanced by two statement windows offering views across both woodland and water. Five well-proportioned bedrooms provide flexibility for family life, guests, or additional lifestyle spaces. 
Two feature en-suite bathrooms with rainfall showers and premium finishes, while the principal bathroom offers a calm, luxurious retreat with a freestanding bath and elegant Porcelanosa tiling.
The Douglas Firr is a home that adapts to your needs. Whether creating a private cinema room, a home gym, or a dedicated dressing space, the layout allows for effortless personalisation. 
The double garage and spacious driveway add to the homes welcoming feel, while also offering exciting potential to create a relaced leisure or entertaining space , subject to the necessary permissions.  The garden is a real highlight , enjoying peaceful views over the woodland and already set up for easy outdoor living with its own outdoor Kitchen , Pizza oven and outdoor seating area. There's plenty of scope to make it your own , whether that's adding a swimming pool or simply shaping the space into a private retreat that suits your lifestyle perfectly. 
A Location That Elevates Everyday Living
Beyond the home itself, the setting within Hampton, Peterborough has been carefully designed to support a modern, well-balanced lifestyle making it particularly appealing for buyers relocating from London and Cambridgeshire 
At the heart of the community lies Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, offering a wide selection of shops, cafés, and everyday essentials just moments away. From convenient grocery shopping to relaxed weekend brunches, everything you need is within easy reach.
For those who value outdoor living, Hampton is renowned for its beautifully landscaped surroundings, with lakes, green spaces, and nature reserves woven throughout the area. The nearby Nene Park provides extensive walking and cycling routes, waterside leisure activities, and open parkland perfect for maintaining an active lifestyle or simply unwinding in a natural setting.
Connectivity is another key advantage. Peterborough benefits from direct rail services into London King’s Cross in approximately 45–50 minutes, making it an ideal choice for professionals seeking a more refined lifestyle without sacrificing access to the capital. By road, the A1(M) is easily accessible, offering excellent links to London, Cambridge, and beyond.
Families are equally well catered for, with highly regarded schooling options nearby, including Oundle School, just a 25-minute drive away.

Listed by

East Midlands

exp world uk limited

Reference: 88076589

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: B

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 07/12/2022

Expiry date: 06/12/2032

Current heating cost: £467/year

Potential heating cost: £467/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £4,500

Recommendations

  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 16/12/2022 (3 years ago) £860,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
Same street 2 OTTERS WAY, HAMPTON WATER, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8TX £840,000 30/01/2024 Detached
Same street 5 OTTERS WAY, HAMPTON WATER, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8TX £840,000 24/11/2023 Detached
Same street 4 OTTERS WAY, HAMPTON WATER, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8TX £840,000 01/11/2023 Detached
Same street 6 OTTERS WAY, HAMPTON WATER, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8TX £820,000 08/09/2023 Detached
Same street 9 OTTERS WAY, HAMPTON WATER, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8TX £890,000 13/07/2023 Detached
Same street 12 OTTERS WAY, HAMPTON WATER, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8TX £855,000 07/12/2022 Detached
3 BOUNDARY LANE, HAMPTON WATER, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8SL £800,000 22/03/2022 Detached
6 MAGISTRATES ROAD, HAMPTON VALE, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8EQ £287,500 19/01/2022 Detached
4 MAGISTRATES ROAD, HAMPTON VALE, PETERBOROUGH, CITY OF PETERBOROUGH, PE7 8EQ £372,000 11/08/2021 Detached

Street average: £847,500 (6 sales)

Area average: £486,500 (3 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 22%
10y growth 49%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): East of England. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 2%
5y (index) 13.5%
10y (index) 32.9%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for East of England. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,150/mo
Realistic £1,278/mo
Optimistic £1,406/mo

Based on Postcode area PE → East of England.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Peterborough: £1,047/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Edison Drive 0.4 miles
Bus stop Riley Close 0.5 miles
Shop Tesco Express 0.6 miles
Shop Sue Ryder 0.6 miles
Train station Orton Mere (NVR) 2.4 miles
Train station Overton for Ferry Meadows 2.7 miles
University ARU Peterborough 3.3 miles
University City College Peterborough 3.6 miles
Hospital Peterborough City Hospital 4.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 73
Anti-social behaviour 29
Public order 10
Shoplifting 9
Other theft 7
Criminal damage and arson 6
Drugs 5
Possession of weapons 4
Bicycle theft 2
Other crime 2
Vehicle crime 2
Burglary 1
Theft from the person 1
Total incidents 151

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
St John Henry Newman Catholic VA Primary School Primary 0.5 miles (No rating)
Fourfields Community Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 1 May 2024
Hampton College Other 0.5 miles Good — 20 Sep 2023
Hampton Vale Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Good — 13 Sep 2023
Hampton Gardens Secondary School Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 8 Dec 2021

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 5-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.12%
Max investor price (0.8%) £159,750
Target investor price (1%) £127,800
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).