- For Sale With No Onward Chain +
- Two Double Bedrooms +
- Popular Village Location +
- Two Reception Rooms +
- Marketed For Sale For The First Time In 175 Years +
- Dates Back To 17th Century +
- Good Sized Plot +
- Potential To Extend - Subject To Planning Permission +
- Grade II Listed Period Cottage +
- EPC Exempt +
For sale with no onward chain. High Street in Melbourn is a truly unique opportunity to acquire a Grade II listed semi-detached thatched cottage steeped in history and full of character. Believed to date back to the early 17th century and in the same family since around 1850, this charming home is now ready for a new owner to lovingly restore it to its former glory.
Packed with period features including exposed beams and original brickwork, the property comprises two reception rooms on the ground floor, one of which was historically used as a ‘tea room’, and a dining room offering flexible living space. A rear kitchen extension provides access to the bathroom. Upstairs you’ll find two generous double bedrooms, the second of which features a large storage cupboard. The rear garden offers potential for landscaping or extending the property (subject to planning permission), making this a brilliant blank canvas for someone looking to create a truly special home.
Melbourn sits on the border of Hertfordshire and is one of South Cambridgeshire’s sought-after villages, with a long history dating back to Roman times. Today, it offers a perfect balance of rural charm and modern convenience, with a strong community feel. The village has a range of amenities including two pubs, a Co-op, doctors’ surgery, pharmacy, café, and primary and secondary schools. Melbourn Primary School is rated "Good" by Ofsted, while Melbourn Village College is a popular choice for families and part of the well-regarded Cam Academy Trust.
Just 3 miles from the bustling market town of Royston and 10 miles from the world-renowned city of Cambridge, Melbourn is ideally positioned for commuters. Meldreth and Royston train stations are both within easy reach, offering fast connections to London King’s Cross in under an hour and regular services to Cambridge in under 20 minutes.
This property will particularly appeal to developers or buyers with vision who are seeking a rare opportunity to restore a piece of Cambridgeshire’s heritage. Whether you’re looking to sympathetically renovate or extend (STPP), this historic home offers a wealth of potential in a thriving village setting. Don’t miss the chance to make this period home your next project and create something truly special.
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EPC Exempt: Grade II Listed Building
Council Tax Band: D
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