The Lodge, Tyrell's Hall, Shepreth, SG8

PROPERTY INSIGHT
Ensum Brown are delighted to offer for sale this stunning detached Grade II listed period cottage, located just a five-minute walk from the train station, in the desirable village of Shepreth. This beautiful home has been renovated by the current owners to an award-winning standard, successfully combining historic charm with the comforts of modern living. A notable benefit is the completely new water reed thatch roof (expected life 50-80 years), which offers superior durability and natural fire-retardancy compared with traditional straw alternatives.

This charming home is set back from the road and surrounded by pretty, mature cottage gardens on a generous plot of about a third of an acre, all set within beautiful tranquil parkland. The property offers further potential to extend, subject to the relevant permissions. The location is ideal for professionals, with Shepreth mainline station providing easy access to London and Cambridge, while convenient road links allow for easy commuting to Addenbrookes Hospital, the Wellcome Genome Campus, and the AstraZeneca Discovery Centre.

The accommodation comprises two well-proportioned bedrooms with glorious views, two sunny dual-aspect reception rooms, a separate kitchen, and a useful pantry-cum-lobby area. The bathroom, also located on the ground floor, features a freestanding Victorian roll-top bath and a separate shower cubicle. To the rear, a large, heated utility and hobby room houses a new boiler (warrantied until 2034) along with a Belfast-style sink and plumbing for appliances.

Upon stepping inside, the kitchen feels bright and welcoming, showcasing lovely period features, attractive old brick-paved flooring, and exposed beams. The dual-aspect dining room offers ample space for entertaining, with stairs leading to the first floor, while the lounge provides a comfortable retreat featuring an exposed brick fireplace and views over the garden and parkland. Upstairs, the cottage continues to impress with two double bedrooms featuring beautiful original elm floorboards. The master bedroom includes a stunning bespoke elm wardrobe, and both rooms enjoy elevated views over the surrounding parkland.

Outside, the generous established gardens provide a wonderful space to sit and enjoy the sunshine. Fully enclosed by mature trees and native species hedgerows, the gardens feature lawns and a paved patio area perfect for entertaining. There are mature shrubberies and flower beds, four large, raised vegetable beds, an attractive herb garden, a wildlife pond with rockery and bog pool, a pretty greenhouse, and a large timber shed for additional storage. There is ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles to the side of the property.

Contact Ensum Brown today to arrange your private viewing appointment.

LOCATION - SHEPRETH
Shepreth is a peaceful civil parish village in South Cambridgeshire, located just off the A10 between Cambridge (8 miles) and Royston (5½ miles).

Transport links are excellent: Shepreth railway station, 5 mins walk from the property, provides mainline services to London (Kings Cross) and Cambridge. By road, the M11 is about five miles to the east (12 min); the A505 is 3 miles to the South; and the A1(M) about 15 miles to the south-west (18 min). London Stansted (35 min) and Luton (45 min) Airports are within easy reach.

Whilst small, the highly desirable village of Shepreth offers many attractive benefits, including a large garden centre with associated retail outlets and cafe, and two well-regarded pubs offering brilliant food, beers, music, and a lively atmosphere.  The village is also home to Shepreth Wildlife Park, a famous local attraction working to conserve all manner of creatures from hedgehogs to owls, meerkats to lynx. A mile away is Cambridge Wildlife Trust’s Shepreth L-moor reserve.  Docwra’s Manor Garden, in the village centre, is open regularly.   Shepreth’s All Saints Church is a historic 12th Century building in regular use with a small but active congregation. There are many clubs and organisations to join, as well as fitness classes to attend. There are also recreation grounds, and a village hall which is available for hire.   

Amenities in nearby Melbourn and Royston include a more extensive range of shops, doctors’ and dentists’ surgeries, sports and golf clubs, leisure centres, and schools for all ages.  The sports centre and indoor swimming pool in Melbourn have been recently refurbished and ready for the public to visit offering the perfect setting for training and leisure. There is a popular farm shop with restaurant in neighbouring Meldreth, while Cambridge offers a very comprehensive range of cultural, shopping and recreation facilities as well as further excellent independent schools.

To truly appreciate what this lovely village has to offer, we invite all potential buyers to visit and explore the local area. You won't be disappointed!